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Building Your tribe... One Teepee at a Time. I read a thought-provoking post by Seth Godin today. The Guru blogger (along with my favorite cup of Joe) have a way of getting my creative juices flowing. 
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42 Comments on Building Your Tribe... One Teepee at a Time!
Dr. Seuss Brian is back! I can always count on you for some pearls of wisdom ;)))
Tricky indeed... Andrea! I must echo something the Apostle Paul said... I am Chief of sinners ;)))
It's true, we have the freedom to express ourselves anytime/anywhere... Wil, but there's wisdom in considering the power and impact of our words on others ;)
Yes Kevin... even I have my moments of madness ;))) Thank you for sticking around even when I slip up ;)
I'd want you in my tribe any day... dear sweet Ellie!!! Nice to see ya sista!
Larry ~ I wish I had a good excuse (like yours)... perhaps I can blame it on my Irish/Scottish roots ;)))
It's good to be human... Tom ;)))
I dig life's lessons... and we're never too old to learn Gary!
He does indeed Alexandra... here's to wishing you a fab day too my friend!
Your wife is a very wise woman... cherish her dearly... Larry!
I've had a few slips and falls... Susan, but I always get back up ;)
I must've gotten an extra dose of the 'responsibility gene' Michelle... hee, hee. Thanks for your comment, it made me smile :)))
Mel - I can't imagine you ever intentionally hurting anyone - ever! However, we all say things that can be misconstrued or don't consider how words can effect another person. I love the way you own it and were receptive to listening to the person who felt hurt by something you wrote. You are a class act! I can't wait to give you a big ole hug..........soon, less than 3 weeks away. I finally get to meet the person I so admire and I'm so excited!
Mel: We all "slip into it" once in awhile. Sometimes by accident, sometimes when we're tired, sometimes when we're mad, and sometimes just out of plain ol' stupidity. I think you approached your "moment" wisely, learned from it, and moved on. It's all we can do .. and sounds like the very best course. Thank you wise mom!
Gene
WEll. Once in print...and on the internet..it is with us for eternity.
Those things are not with us for eternity. They are deleted and then it's the end of the story. And good for you that you deleted whatever it was that somebody got their knickers in a twist about. Really probably not worth the bother . . .
This happened to me somewhat a few months ago, but I was resolved much the same way. And so live goes on. :)
Love and light,
Laura
So smart to be picking your battles, Mel! You can sure make enemies by sparing words in public... not just with the person you may have offended but also others reading the post/comments. There is a person in our industry who is always picking on/criticizing others on public posts and many have asked that this person stop posting (including me since they often start the offending dialogue on my posts). Many have lost a lot of respect for this person even when they have some viable points.
Oh Kris... you're chicken soup for the soul ;))) Can't wait to see you girls at FHL... counting the days!
I love your philosophy Joy... and it fits your name perfectly ;)
You are one wise man... Gene! To be honest, I was definitely 'tired' when I made my comment... but that's not an excuse.
A scary thought indeed, and a sobering one to boot... Ginger!
Hey Kiddo (Carla), I can just imagine sitting across from you, having a glass of wine, and talking about all the things we get our knickers in a twist about ;))) Thanks for the visual, my friend!
Love and Light... I love it Laura!
Hi Beth! You would think that individual would have more to do than troll blogs and post negative thoughts. If I don't like someone, or something, I vote with my feet and don't go back. Sparring requires energy, and I like to spend my energy on things I enjoy ;)))
Mel - Choose your battles is something I've learned with my kids. You can't fight everybody all the time.
Good reminder - Let it roll off your back and you went the extra mile to apologize!
How nice that the offended person contacted you off-site to address the issue, and you responded in kind.
Good post, Mel and a good way to get it resolved. One point that has not been made is that maybe the person who is offended has a distorted way of seeing things. Probably not good to argue about it but to apologize, fix it as best you can and walk away.
Good morning Mel - Thanks for sharing the wise words of your mother. In a business that's all about relationships, we've got to get along with those we don't agree with.
Very well written Mel. I've been involved in a few verbal battles before. They aren't worth it at all. Thanks for sharing this with us.
How did I miss this one?
I have to agree with Alexandra, who agreed with Brian. He said it so well...( can't wait to see you).
Mel,
I like that the individual contacted you privately and confronted you on the issue. I think that's the way life should be, if you have a problem with someone, you confront them and make amends.
It took courage for you to write this blog. I admire you for your courage. I find that it's best to always do the right thing, admit when you're wrong, deal with people one-on-one and move on. Life is too short to worry about the small stuff. Feelings are the invisible forces that creates friction.
You did the right thing. Peace!
Yes ... sometimes STUFF HAPPENS and we slip.....the hard thing is to get back up and admit our mistake....that shows Character! Great Job!!