Promises made at #ASW09

The funny thing about conferences is that sometimes you make the connections; set up an agenda and fail to follow through…We’ve all been guilty of it at one point or another. I think that is what the conference bags end up being, a collection of cards, brochures and promises we end up sticking in a closet and dispose of in following months.

This Affiliate Summit, I had some of the most intense and interesting conversations of my professional life. The topics were of integrity, best practices, dealing with stress, mentoring with a conscious, cross promoting and general support of each other with common goals. I want to name each person I spoke with and make this a long love letter, but it would be endless. You know who you are…I love you!!

My huge highlight of this conference was having my website critiqued by some of our industry’s finest young minds. (Scott Polk, Eric Lander, Carolyn Shelby and David Snyder) What a thrill!! When I thanked them profusely, they kept on suggesting more things to me. Their generosity was a lesson within itself. It was a humbling experience I am very grateful for. I am looking forward to making all the changes they suggested.

The mentoring program was also a wonderful experience thanks to Jen Goode. (Yes, having a young and handsome mentee was nice. I’ve heard it!) Having a talented, profound and interesting person I could introduce to the affiliate industry was very rewarding. It was my chance to give back the generosity and nurturing my mentor (Andy Rodriguez) had given me years ago. I hope what I shared will impact Peter Doyle as much as sharing impacted me.

My hope is that I can live up to my promises and truly practice what I preach. This is a fascinating time to be alive and when how we live matters more than ever. After so many abuses in our society, economy and policies have been committed; values are paramount. This is the perfect time for real talent and proven strategies to take form and lead the path for others.

Thank you Missy Ward and Shawn Collins for providing such an amazing ride!!