Ah blognation. I can honestly say that I’ve had a great time writing for blognation. I’ve met fantastic people from around the world. There have been some fantastic tech debates behind the scenes in our group chats that proved that Sam brought together some of the best minds in the business. I’ve also been able to get access to early looks at new technology like being able to attend Apple’s launch of the new iPod. It’s all been thanks to Sam Sethi and blognation.
However, as Sam has posted today, things at blognation are changing and moving on–and so must I.
I’m putting it out there that I’m looking for a new full time gig. So, what am I looking for? First off, full time work. Sure I’ll keep blogging here regardless, but I want to focus my time, energy and skills on one company. Ideally I’d like to be a community manager or something social media related, however ebiz, marketing, product management, writing for a blog network–all these things are interesting to me. I don’t have a problem speaking in public, on the radio, or on TV. Media, well I just love it. Social Media is where I’d like to hang my hat. Lots of ways that can be done, of course. Frankly, just ask if you’re wondering if I’d be interested in something. One last thing, I’m based in Victoria BC and don’t really want to move away from here. Telecommuting? That’s not a problem. Will I consider a contract position? Sure.
If you know of someone who is looking for a writer, blogger, techie, geek, etc. have them drop me a line, tris.hussey AT gmail DOT com will work great.
Many of you might be wondering if I have any regrets about the past few months. It’s a good and fair question. I’ve thought a lot about regret and mistakes and have decided that it’s better to look at the lessons learned than regret. Regret is like fear, anger, hate, or holding a grudge-they aren’t positive for you. They drag you down.
What have I learned? Hard work pays off. Humility. I’ve learned how and when to be humble. How to ask for and accept help from others. Good lessons. Sometimes hard lessons. Life lessons, nonetheless.
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If you want a temporary gig at Gear Live (doesn’t pay a full-time salary – it’s a rev share) while you find your next job, let me know
If you want a temporary gig at Gear Live (doesn’t pay a full-time salary – it’s a rev share) while you find your next job, let me know
All the best to you, Tris. You’ll do a great job for the company smart enough / lucky enough to land your services.
All the best to you, Tris. You’ll do a great job for the company smart enough / lucky enough to land your services.
Thanks for the inspiring and gracious messages in this post. Time for your generosity and support for others, your great knowledge, diverse skills and unstoppable enthusiasm to be appropriately engaged and rewarded. There’s some company out there that will shift up the gears very fast when they are smart enough to collar your services.
Tris, I am amazed at the way you quit blognation. It speaks volumes about your integrity. Good luck with the job search.
Thanks for the inspiring and gracious messages in this post. Time for your generosity and support for others, your great knowledge, diverse skills and unstoppable enthusiasm to be appropriately engaged and rewarded. There’s some company out there that will shift up the gears very fast when they are smart enough to collar your services.
Tris, I am amazed at the way you quit blognation. It speaks volumes about your integrity. Good luck with the job search.
Thank you all. I really appreciate the support. Hopefully I’ll be announcing a new gig in short order!
Thank you all. I really appreciate the support. Hopefully I’ll be announcing a new gig in short order!
What about BloggersForHire.com and OneByOneMedia.com? (Not that I need a public answer; just curious.)
On Blognation: I posted [some numbers](http://blog.blogcosm.com/2007/12/13/blognation-auction-what-2076-month-worth/) — and advice to potential acquirers.
What about BloggersForHire.com and OneByOneMedia.com? (Not that I need a public answer; just curious.)
On Blognation: I posted [some numbers](http://blog.blogcosm.com/2007/12/13/blognation-auction-what-2076-month-worth/) — and advice to potential acquirers.
Just read your post Scott. Having been in the biz of pro-blogging for a while, yeah it’s no easy row to hoe. As for B4H and OBO, I still am involved and help Jim. It’s actually getting pretty busy. I work to help to keep the lights on, but I like other stuff too.
Just read your post Scott. Having been in the biz of pro-blogging for a while, yeah it’s no easy row to hoe. As for B4H and OBO, I still am involved and help Jim. It’s actually getting pretty busy. I work to help to keep the lights on, but I like other stuff too.
Sorry to hear about the implosion. I thought it was a good idea.
Good luck with the search.
Sorry to hear about the implosion. I thought it was a good idea.
Good luck with the search.
Tris, I wish you the best of luck. You’re incredibly talented, and I hope you find a position that makes the most of your skills. And I’d echo Krish…you’ve definitely taken the high road during the last few weeks and handled yourself with class.
Tris, I wish you the best of luck. You’re incredibly talented, and I hope you find a position that makes the most of your skills. And I’d echo Krish…you’ve definitely taken the high road during the last few weeks and handled yourself with class.
Pleh. Let me dig around somewhat, and ping you with stuff that might work.
Pleh. Let me dig around somewhat, and ping you with stuff that might work.
Best of luck, Tris. And Happy Holidays!
Best of luck, Tris. And Happy Holidays!
Tris,
Any company would be lucky to get you. I just wish it could be us.
You are quite the enthusiastic geek with a speaking style to match and a very big heart.
Good luck.
Jonathan
Tris,
Any company would be lucky to get you. I just wish it could be us.
You are quite the enthusiastic geek with a speaking style to match and a very big heart.
Good luck.
Jonathan
You’ve bowed out gracefully, which speaks volumes about your character and integrity.
Best of luck to you, Tris.
You’ve bowed out gracefully, which speaks volumes about your character and integrity.
Best of luck to you, Tris.
You will land on your feet Tris. Just keep working hard and being you and everything will work out.
You will land on your feet Tris. Just keep working hard and being you and everything will work out.
Just heard about this. Sorry to hear you’re in the market again. Good luck in your search and I’m glad to hear that you’re going to be staying in Victoria.
Just heard about this. Sorry to hear you’re in the market again. Good luck in your search and I’m glad to hear that you’re going to be staying in Victoria.
Yeah, I second the people above. I’ve just caught up with all the BN / sethi / Starr / Arrington stuff after coming back from LW 3, and kudos to you for taking the high road. Life lessons are always useful.
Yeah, I second the people above. I’ve just caught up with all the BN / sethi / Starr / Arrington stuff after coming back from LW 3, and kudos to you for taking the high road. Life lessons are always useful.
Wow. So we are in the same boat in away because I am looking for something different to. I work in the diversified food industry overseeing some contracts in this industry on an institutional level but your skills are definitely needed in other industries! You have so much unlimited potential! I will keep my eyes open for you!
Wow. So we are in the same boat in away because I am looking for something different to. I work in the diversified food industry overseeing some contracts in this industry on an institutional level but your skills are definitely needed in other industries! You have so much unlimited potential! I will keep my eyes open for you!