Comments on: 8 Blogs I read when I'm stressed about funding my company

By: Jeffrey

Jeffrey — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 15:15:34 +0000

I just stumbled upon this blog a couple of weeks ago and have been quite – but I love your writing style – wonderful – I am also a fan of copyblogger :)

By: eneralme

eneralme — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 21:40:04 +0000

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By: Will

Will — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 05:24:41 +0000

What about your buddy Tim F's blog??

By: WatAppovaveva

WatAppovaveva — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 21:14:32 +0000

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By: Yvette

Yvette — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 02:44:56 +0000

I read your blog, weekly or so, usually when I'm feeling the need for "a reality check." I'm finance analyst, and spend almost all of my work hours alone (with some teamwork). I'm also parenting, and caring for an older spouse. Being part of the sandwich generation (among other labels) I often wonder how I'm doing, in my life goals (if I even know what they are these days, having achieved many and still creating new ones) and in comparison to my peers, not as a competitive thing, just because I like to know I'm not alone. Most of my colleagues are off in their own worlds and we just work together, no socializing, not much in common after hours. We do work hard, keep busy with multiple on-going projects, and are an educated bunch that like to keep on top of the news. Still I find I'm lonely and reading your blog, for some crazy reason, makes me feel more normal! I've tried your spin off web-site (with all the kids) and it just isn't the same. I guess I'm too old to be amazed that work is work, or jaded to believe it isn't, and yes I already know that finding my dream job was a job itself. I'm generally happy with my choices (I did the MBA, no regrets though it was damn expensive and took years to pay off, and I'm on my third major career change, so I figure I'll have at least one more). I'm looking forward to my child growing up and going to college and making her own life. I get a lot from this blog, about how to describe the modern world to my daughter in a no-nonsense way, and I've learned that learning is lifelong (and no college isn't necessary, but it would be nice, if we can afford it for her). I get a kick out of the personal stories (the farmer, divorce, dating again, and 9/11) and I am always more impressed by the career advice, because even though I'm not looking for a new job at the moment, my resume is always up to date and I'm looking for the next big thing. (I have some ideas.) I've commented before, and very much enjoy reading the comments on this web-site. I think this blog attracts an intelligent community and certainly readers are encouraged to write too, which is way cool. I was always amused by the complaints too, marveling that people would even bother. Here are my two other favorite web-sites to read when I'm feeling the need for a reality check. Best wishes, to all, and all you folks in Wisconsin I do hope are staying warm!

By: Michelle

Michelle — Sun, 01 Feb 2009 22:13:32 +0000

I just come here for the great advice on sex. THANK YOU. ;)

By: Anna

Anna — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 12:23:02 +0000

Well, I don't comment much as I feel lost in the crowd, but I'm more motivated to do it when I disagree with you that when what you write seems true and obvious.

By: bilbo

bilbo — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 04:32:13 +0000

I've seen your picture. The amount of money you make will have very little to do with how much oral sex you get. You'll be able to get as much as you want.

I'm still interested in the Blackberry job.

By: NWGuy

NWGuy — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 03:02:14 +0000

Great post for some eclectic reading and it's good to see you blogging again. BTW, Seth and you are on the same track with advice to Sharon – http://sethgodin.typepad.com/seths_blog/2009/01/what-are-you-good-at.html – process over domain knowledge; what used to be called the intangibles.

BTW, maybe your next challenge could be answering your tweets?

By: Sharon

Sharon — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 20:58:38 +0000

Actually it did help. A lot. Your comment about domain knowledge and "brushing off" when people react negatively to my lack of knowledge was especially helpful.

When you've become an expert in your field on a domain level but then become management in another, it's tough to be called out for not really "getting it." But having a thick skin would be a huge advantage, and I'll work at growing mine.

Also the transition from non-management to middle management without really developed management skills (hey, I'm a MFA not an MBA) takes a lot of getting used to.

Maybe you could do another column on skills new managers need that you didn't touch on yet in your "management" section? Such as how to manage people you used to befriend, how to know what really is on the QT and what you can share with colleagues, and how to make friends when there are fewer women at your level (and the guys will wonder if you just want to sleep with them). No doubt you've faced and conquered all of these!

I did wonder if now that you're divorced that you actually found it less stressful than a promotion? I've been both and wonder about the people who dreaded the promotion more…who are they?

And your comment about not being fired yet made me laugh. Yeah, maybe I am doing okay.

Thanks for replying!