16 People You Can Learn From
During tough economic times, many of us look for guidance. Sometimes we also tire of being leaders constantly. One of the reasons I took up Karate 7 years ago was to be a follower. There is always something that is so enjoyable about learning from others.
I am not into lists, but I have felt so supported this year that I was compelled to start one. What is so interesting is that many of these people I have never met in person (IRL).
Here are 16 people that I have learned from this year (in no particular order):
@ChrisBrogan You can’t help but learn from his daily blog post about how to build relationships with people and your business. If was on a desert island and had only one RSS feed, it would be to Chris’ blog.
@LizStrauss Liz is the person that started to teach me about social media. She is the master connector- all she does is give, give, give. If you can only attend one conference next year, I recommend SOBCON.
@LizMarshall Another Liz I met through @michaelport. She knows how to bring the best book ideas out to all of us. She is constantly bring big thinkers together so we can all learn.
@MichaelPort A fellow Wiley author, he has always encouraged me to Think Big! When he says it is an honor to serve you, he really means it.
@Gail Blanke One of the finest authors and speakers I know- You must read “Between Trapezes” and “Throw Out 50 Things”
@BeckyMcCray Who is teaching me about what its means to be a small town entrepreneur since I travel and speak at so many of these citites.
@PenelopeTrunk I never know quite what will come from her keyboard. She always says what is on her mind no matter what. She is unafraid to call people out. A must read.
@skydiver Peter Shankman defines networking. Ask for help in HARO and you get 500 replies in a day.
@MattWilsonTV Matt is the Gen Y entrepreneur. His passion and drive are models for me on why I support young entrepreneurs.
@EdScanlan and @KevinChern Shows every entrepreneur how you can have a business that can thrive in a tough economy. They have built an impressive company in the Great Recession.
@MissDestructo One of the most original and creative thinkers in the webosphere especially when it comes to Yams, MJ and Swine Flu. Tune her in.
@SimaSays Pure energy and a delightly person. The ideal marketer to support you and your business.
@AmberCadabra I have only met Amber briefly IRL, but her blog Brand Box blog teaches me everyday how I can apply social media to my business.
@scottevest I have followed Scott Jordan’s success for many years. He is one of the most creative entrepreneurs I know and defines methods to deliver outstanding customer service.
@dmscott His bestselling book, The New Rules of Marketing and PR will change the way you look at marketing forever.
@robmcnealy Always there to help even though 100,000 people follow him on Twitter- no matter how small or stupid my questions are.
Who have you learned from this year?
Barry, thank you. It’s a pleasure to get to know you. That Liz Strauss, she’s always connecting people in wonderful ways.
@beckymccray Yes, Liz is the best!
Great list, B! I’ve met some of the people on your list, and they all strike me to be extremely smart, humble, and giving.
A couple of my favs are: @thebrandbuilder (Olivier Blanchard) and @davidalston (Radian 6)
And of course me @owengreaves :0
Thanks for your additions. I follow @thebrandbuilder.. I will check the others out!
Thanks Alexandra- who would be on your list?
Another solid guy is Scott Stratten @unmarketing
Thanks Barry. I am honored to be included in such esteemed company.
David
I follow a lot of awesome people. I like your selections a lot Barry. I follow a lot of them, and you too.
3 of my favorites:
Brad Shorr @ http://wordsellinc.com – All about writing for the web. SUPER helpful guy! Check out his LinkedIn group too for even more tips.
Rosa Say @ http://www.sayleadershipcoaching.com/talkingstory – A powerful leader who inspires me with nearly every post.
Scott Ginsberg @ http://hellomynameisscott.blogspot.com – Scott always has something to say, and his lists of stuff always leave me scratching my head, wondering why I’m not doing what he says more.
Great list, I have learned a great deal about marketing/pr/social media from @tompick and @ScottMonty
-www.webmarketcentral.blogspot.com/
-www.scottmonty.com/
@Bret and @ Phil- thanks for the additions
Barry, great social media strategy here. Great followfriday type post!
Thanks for including me, I look forward to learning from everyone on this list.
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