It's Been One Year

It was a year ago today that I joined IBN. I visited the site many times prior to joining, looking at the activity, checking out what was going on. I'd look at the membership costs and benefits and kept wondering - was it worth it. Finially I decided to make the committment. So, how has the last year been? Here are just some of the highlights.

I am no longer an icon (or the square of people). I am a real face with a real name. I realize that part of what people want when they purchase from small businesses is a connection with a real person. How can that happen if I hide?
I had my first cyber jewelry party on Cyber Monday.
I now have a newsletter. Previously it was on the "someday" list.
My blog content is better. It is more focused on my targeted reader.
My blog is hosted by me. My blog URL points to my domain. When I post, it adds content to my domain.
I learned about media leads. I made my first pitch and was selected for a post on a prominent blog.
I learned that the media is me - that I can create the same types of content that much larger businesses can.
I've learned from all of you, I've enjoyed your blog posts, enjoyed participating in discussions, and I hope I've contributed and given back where I could.

I'm looking forward to an even better second year and am proud and honored to be a member here.

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Comment by IBN Member Charlene Sevier on November 3, 2010 at 7:31am: Same here, Tamara. Let's try to set a date. It's been way too long.

Comment by Tamara Lee Little on November 2, 2010 at 10:05pm: Thank you Charlene for sharing, I'm so happy for your growth with your business. I love your website and
blog and the way you present your product. I can't wait until we can get together.
Tamara

Comment by Laureen L. Falco on July 30, 2010 at 12:49pm: Charlene,
Congratulations!

Laureen

Comment by Melissa Rivera on July 28, 2010 at 4:03pm: Charlene, that is fantastic!! Congratulations and continued success!!

Comment by IBN Member Lisa Kasper on July 27, 2010 at 11:43pm: I'm looking forward to continued friendship and watching your business grow! Congratulations Charlene! <3

Comment by dM, CEO on July 27, 2010 at 8:17pm: Charlene,

Wow! This is amazing! How incredible to see all the great things you've done in the past year. Congratulations on all of your progress. I am so glad to know and be inspired by you! Thank you for sharing this!

dM

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