The BlueBlanketBlog - Chris Fleek: Recent Comments

Comment on R stands for Requirement

Guy Strong — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 11:11:11 GMT

This is a great blog. Keep the great work and information.

Comment on Why blog?

Jennifer Songstad — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 05:13:45 GMT

A friend of mine started blogging last year just to try it out. She didn't tell anyone about it, and was almost embarrassed about her desire to share with the world and be accepted by readers - she asked herself "who would want to read THIS?" and didn't put her whole heart into it - even though she desperately wanted the outlet. Fast forward a year, and she is a 'successful' blogger! By successful, I mean she blogs for herself - with passion and enthusiasm - and doesn't judge the quality of what she is submitting to the world by what other people leave as comments. At first, she was shocked that over 100 people had visited, but only a few had left comments. Then she reminded herself that she wasn't blogging for their approval, and if the other 97 people had taken part of her words with them into their lives, then she felt successful. She has poured herself into her blog, and her following and comments have greatly increased. She is exhilarated by people linking to her and mentioning her in their blogs - blogs she follows (and sometimes doesn't comment on!), but not dependent upon it. It has given her an outlet for her thoughts and creativity that she didn't know existed inside of her. I tell you this because when I read this post of yours, it made me think of her - she re-adjusted her reasons for blogging and then it just opened up for her like a river. I just want to extend kudos for putting yourself out there...you never know when someone like me will need some advice and be searching for something like this. :)

Comment on The Importance of Personal Connection

Jennifer Songstad — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 05:00:14 GMT

This spoke to me, Chris! It IS important to remember that most people still are impressed by the human connection. Not impressed as in 'wowed', but that it actually makes an impression internally, just like you said. While I have never been faced with losing a parent, I have been other situations where I've been 'in control' of my emotions until someone touched me. So very, very true.

Comment on Tips for Job Seekers: Find the Job Search Advocates All Around You

Jennifer Songstad — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 04:41:11 GMT

Great post! Thanks for reminding me that my audience is not my adversary, but my advocate. I like how you injected that most managers have a strong dislike for interviewing, too.

Comment on The Importance of Personal Connection

Chris Fleek — Sun, 05 Dec 2010 22:31:12 GMT

Thank you Noel - I appreciate your feedback.

Comment on The Importance of Personal Connection

Noel — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 20:14:43 GMT

This is so important to remember, especially this time of year!!

Comment on Tips for Job Seekers: Find the Job Search Advocates All Around You

Chris Fleek — Fri, 22 Oct 2010 22:51:22 GMT

Thank you for the comment Sarah. I appreciate you visiting my blog.

Comment on Tips for Job Seekers: Find the Job Search Advocates All Around You

Sarah Johnson — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 21:55:49 GMT

I thought this was an interesting point of view, although I wonder at those who would be influenced or intimidated so much by what others think and not follow their own heart. The real secret is not expecting others to cheer you on but to have confidence in your own abilities and dreams. More along the lines of "The Little Engine that Could", "I think I can, I think I can..."

Comment on The Importance of Personal Connection

Katherine — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 17:34:28 GMT

These are excellent reminders for our work and our lives. In our world of rapid advances and what I call our "screen" world - iTouch, texting, IM, computer games, computers, TV, etc., it's easy to forget to pick up the phone at work or have a personal conversation with a colleague or candidate. The personal touch still IS important - thank you for highlighting the reasons why.

Comment on What's the Score?

Kim Tuminello — Tue, 25 May 2010 17:45:30 GMT

Nice job, Fleek!