It truly is the little things. It’s the little things we say, do and write that set off ripples that turn into waves. Waves turn to flooding. Flooding turns to destruction. More specifically, destruction of this blog.
I was close to letting this be the last blog entry on WTTO. All because of two things that were said to me, by two different people. It wasn’t the usual, “your blog sucks” comment. The comments were more philosophical and quizzical. I, in turn questioned myself, has it all been said? Not just by me, but by everyone?
I ponder the dialogue I witness about work on the blogosphere. How far is the reach? Who is this helping? Why keep writing if it’s not reaching anyone? Then again, why speak, do or write about anything at all?
The answer I decided was we speak, do and write because of the little things. It’s the little things that get under our skin that annoy us: like noisy neighbors, people who say they’ll call but don’t; and rude customer service. It’s also the little things that make you glad to be alive: a smile from someone you love; kittens on YouTube; and Chocolate Fudge Pop Tarts.
The answer I decided was we speak, do and write because of the little things. It’s the little things that get under our skin that annoy us: like noisy neighbors, people who say they’ll call but don’t; and rude customer service. It’s also the little things that make you glad to be alive: a smile from someone you love; kittens on YouTube; and Chocolate Fudge Pop Tarts.
Doing, talking about, and writing about these little things keep us going, to push and pull our way through life. This is why we still speak to our neighbors in hopes they’ll be more understanding. It's why we choose local diners instead of expensive restaurants, because the diner workers don’t act like they hate their jobs (and you for coming in today). It's why we write about what is wrong in the workplace.
All of us are speaking and writing about the little things. As humans it's our job to do so. It's not always fun. But it's not always bad. It most likely will leave you with some dirt under your fingernails. Either because you encountered something disgusting. Or because you dug in and truly accomplished something.
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Hello there!
You should be very proud of the work you do on your blog. I love reading about it. I am adding you to my blogroll as well. It was so nice to have met you and I look forward to more conversations offline.
Have a great week:-)
Shennee
i certainly ponder the same questions some days, which i think is as it should be. i'm happy you decided not to pitch it. WTTO is a good read and connecting with many. and if it also serves as a gratifying, intellectual pursuit for you? that's pretty cool too.
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I don't know the secret to success but I do know the key to failure, trying to please everyone ~ Bill Cosby
One of my favorite quotes that speaks volumes. Keep bringing what you bring man!
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I don't know if it's all been said before, but I'm pretty sure it hasn't. Are many of us talking about the same things? Yes. But I read several different blogs - and many do write about the same topics - but I enjoy the different perspectives. We may both write about the same topic, but your experience, your place in life and your thoughts about it are likely different than mine. It's the diversity of the blogosphere that I enjoy - and the relationships I've been able to develop through it. So please keep writing! Your voice is unique even if the topic may not be sometimes.
Shenee-Thanks for being a dedicated reader.
Ben-Thanks for commenting. I like the quote quite a bit. I'm sure I'll use it someday.
Jennifer-My thoughts exactly on the different perspectives. The dialogue on the HR blogosphere may seem too similar at times. But its the difference of the participants which make it a dynamic experience.
Fran-I love how you & I think alike: I think it's important to reevaluate the blog from time to time.
something tells me this is one of those phases most bloggers go through...i recently had a similar experience and others have validated it. ultimately I realized that I'm not writing for them; i'm writing for me. me me me. don't go anywhere, paul, we'll track you down...
Paul, your blog sucks. LOL..man, I just can't imagine people who have that kind of gall. You are the real deal, and I'm glad you listened to your inner voice to keep going. We read you...and like what you say. Keep saying it, man. What I always say when people want to get on their inner critic: "F*%k 'em if they can't take a joke."
I always say if you haven't been told your blog sucks, you aren't writing about the right things.
If you think you have doubts about your blog, look at the other people who have posted comments here. Does the world need a 415th post from me or is 414 more than enough?
Philosophically speaking, I don't think it has all been said. The world changes faster then we can document it. Millions of moments are lost every minute.
We remember little things like you said. Last weekend when I was visiting my mom, she was telling me about the wallpaper in the delivery room when she had me. Who remembers that stuff? It brings us context and meaning.
I doubt that it's all been said, but even if it has, we aren't all going to find or receive it in the same ways. Information is exploding, and requires a variety of communication channels to reach the audience. I found your blog. I like your style. How and what you write resonates with me. You make me think, laugh, and want to read more. You offer insight on all that HR-y stuff *AND* you have excellent taste in music. Please, keep blogging!
And I’m NOT an HR pro – just someone trying to grow in the ways I manage, mentor, and interact with other people. Thanks for helping.
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