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August 22, 2008

SOB Business Cafe 08-22-08

ME Liz Strauss wrote this at 8:25 am

SB Cafe

Welcome to the SOB Cafe

We offer the best in thinking–articles on the business of blogging written by the Successful and Outstanding Bloggers of Successful Blog. Click on the titles to enjoy each selection.

The Specials this Week are

Technosailor sees the gaps.
Gap Marketing is the idea that, when you’ve done everything you can to cover the large target audiences, there are still small gaps to fill.

The Psychology of Gap Marketing

Leadership Ramblings sees how leaders changes their view of leadership.
I started out on my young career wanting to be a manager, wanting to lead a team. My main motivation was that “being a manager” would look good on my resume. It would look good in the eyes of others. It would look good professionally, and it felt good personally. Essentially, I was in “lust” with leadership.

Lustful Leadership

Beth’s Blog sees a distinction between starting a conversation and starting a community.
A critical factor for success in both is having an engagement strategy. An engagement strategy can help your organization attract more traffic, loyal supporters, more content, more links, and other values. But it requires investing the time to build relationships with people (yes, even one-on-one interaction) or “network weaving skills.”

The distinction between enabling conversations and an online community. How do engagement strategies and skills differ or are similar?

Global Neighbourhoods sees the personal side of personal branding.
In social media, it seems like the people who give the most valuable or interesting information establish the strongest brands. They become trusted sources. The trust of others builds influence. Your personal brand may or may not help your employer. But what makes it personal is that it moves around with you wherever you go.

My thoughts on Chris Brogan & Personal Branding

leah in chicago sees the value of being with people in person. Her cat might disagree . . .
It must be working, because now people say to me, “you go out every night, don’t you?”
My knee jerk reaction to that is to say, “No, I’m a total homebody, I never go out.” But then I go home and my cat yells at me, “Where have you been all week? I need some attention and a treat!”

Doing Stuff Offline

BawldGuy sees the need for a little perspective.
At a family dinner tonight we had three generations at the table. We were at one of our favorite places, and were enjoying several appetizers. Grandma came up in the conversation as we were talkin’ about the Great Depression. The usual stories were told, but then my daughter asked me to tell her favorite Grandma story.

Here’s some perspective against which you can evaluate our current economic challenges.

Hard Times? How ‘Bout A Little Perspective?

Related ala carte selections include

David Bullock sees you on the Olympic track running against yourself.
It is you, your track shoes and your opponent seems to be the rest of the field.

Getting Out of Your Own Way - Leading The Field In Business

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Sit back. Enjoy your read. Nachos and drinks will be right over. Stay as long as you like. No tips required. Comments appreciated.

–ME “Liz” Strauss





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9 Comments to “SOB Business Cafe 08-22-08”

  1. August 22nd, 2008 at 8:45 am
    Eric Peterson said

    Liz,
    Thank you for putting me in such great company in your SOB Cafe. The other specials are truly delightful! It’s such an honor to have anything of mine featured on your site, and I’m truly appreciative. I’m grateful to have so many “blog idols” like yourself and Tim Johnson to look up to. Thank you for the daily inspiration and wisdom you provide to me and many others!

    PS - I’ve been missing out on too many Open Comment Nights. I’ll try to stop by more often!!

  2. August 22nd, 2008 at 9:13 am
    BawldGuy Talking said

    Thanks so much, Liz. I can’t wait to see you in Las Vegas and hear what you and the other heavyweights have to say.

  3. August 23rd, 2008 at 2:03 am
    Cath Lawson said

    Hi Liz - These were great. I really loved BawldGuy’s story. It makes us realise how easy life is now doesn’t it? It’s a great name for a blog too.

  4. August 23rd, 2008 at 11:28 pm
    Lani Anglin-Rosales said

    I started reading all the articles then realized my buddy Jeff (@BawldGuy) was on the list and I got more than distracted. Jeff often takes positions that may not be the most popular, but he is a wonderful example of honesty in blogging and his bank account would argue that it has done him well. Great great pick, Liz!!!

    regardless of my friendship with Jeff, this really is my pick for this week’s best item on the menu.

  5. August 25th, 2008 at 12:35 pm
    ME Liz Strauss said

    Hi Eric!
    You belong here as much as everyone else. Thanks for considering it special. Enjoy!

  6. August 25th, 2008 at 12:36 pm
    ME Liz Strauss said

    Hey Bawldguy!
    Can’t wait either! It will be great to see you!

    Meanwhile, look at the comments after yours. Seems you’re no lightweight yourself. :)

  7. August 25th, 2008 at 12:39 pm
    ME Liz Strauss said

    Hi Cath!
    BawldGuy is one of the best storytellers on the web. Can’t help but listen when he talks. I’m sure it has something to do with why he’s successful . . . that and the fact that he’s brilliant. :)

  8. August 25th, 2008 at 12:41 pm
    ME Liz Strauss said

    Lani
    In a million years, I’d never think you’d you’d recommend something you didn’t believe in — friend or not. That’s a part of your outstanding appeal. :)

  9. August 25th, 2008 at 12:43 pm
    BawldGuy Talking said

    Lani’s in your class, Liz. I don’t mess with her either. :)

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