You probably are the best judge of the talents that
you offer to the internet challenge. I like to write. I have a background in radio
and t-v which involved writing and production of commercials. I enjoy using whatever
skills I have as a writer in developing online newsletters, e-mail advertisements
and website text. My skills in graphics, website design and all the technical
aspects of site development are much more limited. I'm struggling with html and
use a WYSIWYG program to put up a new site.
I'm working on developing better
skills in these areas, but I frequently have to ask for help from those who know
what they are doing in their area of expertise. Discovering the many opportunities
for using your talents will take some time.
Each day I discover new things
about the net. Don't you? After the daily promotion of my online business offerings
including my business newsletter, I frequently see offers and information so interesting
and tempting that I have to chase-off to read the details and investigate the
possibilities. I always learn something new.
Whatever your particular
talent is, I believe there is an obligation we have as individuals to share our
skill with others. It isn't a legal requirement. No internet police is going to
enforce it.
I'm suggesting that it is more of a moral and humanistic
obligation to provide help, suggestions and assistance to those who are newer
to the internet world than we are. I believe that by helping others we always
gain more than we give. That is one of the main reasons I offer a free newsletter
with tips and helpful articles.
Do you remember how it was when you
first entered the online maze? Was there someone who offered to point you in the
right direction with developing your website and promoting it? I'll bet there
was!
In fact there were probably numerous persons who provided help to
you. I know I found my share of them! I certainly would not now be where I am
on the internet without their assistance. I would still be lost in "cyber-space."
There are lots of good websites that offer free help to beginners without
any strings or obligation. They are the ones that I give serious consideration
to when looking for a product, service or information.
I like the idea of
doing business with someone on the internet that knows how to give as well as
receive. So discover your niche on the net and then offer some help to others.
It's a simple formula for success on the internet.
The author, Larry
Johnson, is a webmaster and editor with four years experience surfing the internet.
He has a background in radio and TV writing and producing commercials and has
developed promotional newsletters. Additional work experience includes sales and
counseling. He currently authors Biz Frontpage, http://www.sitesubmit.net, a free
weekly business newsletter.
