DISQUS

David Risley: Why I Have a Man Crush On Chris Brogan

  • Nathan Hangen · 2 months ago
    Awesome post Dave...Chris is the real deal it seems. I'm hoping to run into him at Blogworld Expo. Trust Agents is taking me some time to get through because I keep stopping to take notes.
  • Dave Doolin · 2 months ago
    Chris has been a big influence on me, and a number of my friends, who aren't even in the blogging or tech world. I even print out some of his blog posts and put them in a 3-ring binder so I can find them again and take notes.
  • Kevin D. Lyons · 2 months ago
    Completely agree on Chris's character. Could he be the "Zig Ziglar" of social media? It would not surprise me. I also appreciate Chris's comments on his family's veto power on his travel decisions. That shows his priorities are in check.
  • @omarrcantu · 2 months ago
    Awesome post! I cant agree more! Chris Brogan is the freakin man!
  • TwtrCoach · 2 months ago
    I think I have to get that book. Chris was one of the best key note speakers at #izeafest. And if he provide the same great info in his book, that will be a must have...

    Cheers... Are
  • Sarge · 2 months ago
    I spend most of my time on twitter at the moment and really hate all the automated posts and messages. Also emails where its just plain obvious it's just all about sales, no back story, no connection pretty much just 'buy this it will help you'.

    Those 4 'takeaways' you mentioned I feel I really try to use when using twitter and communicating with my readers.

    Great title btw hehe ;)
  • Ashwin / Thoughts Unlimited · 2 months ago
    Nice one Dave! I will sure like to hang out with both of your guys (!!), for you both rock!
  • ellie88 · 2 months ago
    As a computer USER since they were called "data processors", I enjoy learning about computing matters; I have subscribed to many, at a price I can afford. Some have abruptly stopped - others have become mostly ads for computer oriented purchases. Yours strikes a nice balance. Do you have a SENIOR rate for those of us on fixed (another word for LOW) incomes? If not, would you consider one? Thanks, Grandma Ellie
  • jeffshuey · 2 months ago
    Yep, I too had the chance to chat with Chris at #Gnomedex in Seattle a few weeks ago. He's the real deal. I can see why you'd have a man crush on him. To your last point it reminds me of Maya Angelou's quote about the way people make you feel has a lasting impact.

    Here is the quote in its entirety:
    “I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” ~Maya Angelou
  • David Risley · 2 months ago
    How was Gnomedex? I attended the prior two years, but this year decided to skip it. Chris was one speaker I would have liked to see, which made it nice I got to see him in Orlando.
  • AshleyIZEA · 2 months ago
    I think above all else--above being smart, being "real" and having great insight and advice--the thing like about Chris is he's genuine...and nice.

    I've had the pleasure of working with him a few times over the past year, and every interaction has been sincere. (Also, it doesn't hurt that he calls me "good lookin'"!)
  • BenSpark · 2 months ago
    David,
    Nice meeting you at IZEAFest, my bad thinking that you were on the speaker panel. Must have been hearing your name in connection with IZEA on Twitter a lot. I like you have a man-crush on Brogan. The gy rocks and my experience with him was also positive. My daughter also love him She even gave him a fist bump at IZEAFest. Will you be at Blog World Expo? See you there if so.
  • David Risley · 2 months ago
    Yah dude. I'm flying into Vegas on Wednesday. Look forward to seeing you again.

    Your daughter is a cutie. :)
  • Kim ONeil · 2 months ago
    you guys look like real bro's...I love u both, nice post...
  • CharlesSeymourJr · 2 months ago
    Chris Brogan is a really good guy. Met him at Podcamp Boston 4 (he was one of the founders) before he went on his whirlwind tour promoting his new book, "Trust Agents" which he wrote with Julien Smith (which is now part of my library).

    He's the real deal. Glad you were able to spend some more time with him.

    Charlie Seymour Jr
    http://twitter.com/AllFromMyKids
  • adab · 2 months ago
    I shared the last two paragraphs with my office. We are a service provider as well, and our company has been operating on these principles for over 3 decades now. After an 8 year employee became prideful and self-important he left abruptly at a very busy time, quoting your message was a great reminder and morale booster as we are working 12+ hour days to meet our deadlines