My 15 minutes of fame - Blog articles and experiences that were meaningful to me
I don't write for fame. At the same time, I regularly check my numbers on Umami (my GDPR-compliant tracking tool). If the dashboard shows spikes, I'm happy—hello, dopamine trap. The same goes for responses to my newsletter or LinkedIn impressions. So, am I writing for fame after all?
Of course, feedback influences me. Impressions, visit numbers, dwell time, and all those wonderful statistics are feedback. I collect the input and enjoy it with a cup of hot coffee. These numbers don't influence what I write or how I write. There's much more important feedback with a greater impact!
I feel honoured when the author of a book leaves a comment on my article, as happened with Terraform Practical Handbook by Yevgeniy Brikman. This motivates me to continue writing book reviews and to put in the effort.
I get goosebumps when I read in a WhatsApp message that a friend has started journaling thanks to my articles (this one and this one) about her positive experiences with the Bullet Journal. And she convinces other people. In other words, she's completely enthusiastic about it. This qualified feedback encourages me to keep writing, regardless of the number of page views.
I perceive the world more consciously because my perspective and attention have changed. My blog isn't the only thing contributing to this; there are other factors at play. The Bullet Journal and discussions with friends are part of it. However, since the blog was launched, the intensity with which I think about things has shifted. The glory lies in the good feeling I get from the meaningful conversations.
I'm proud of my newsletter. The extensive content enables me to share my perspective on the world. I can compose the wisdom that has helped me move forward and, in some cases, still motivates me, in a kind of letter. And occasionally, I receive responses from readers, such as a few days ago. Two words that make me smile: »Great content 👏«
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