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I was tagged by Tiffany. People rarely tag me for these things so, let’s see how it goes…

Rules

• Link to the person who tagged you.
• Post six things that make you happy along with these rules.
• Then tag six others (letting them know, of course)
• Let the person who tagged you know when your entry is complete.

My 6 things

1. Overcoming demons. Sure it’s scary. But I’m getting better at facing my demons, allowing me to become a better me (cryptic, I know but you’ll be okay).
2. Music. All day, all night (although, I’ve been slacking recently).
3. Being appreciated. So many people wished me “Happpy Birthday” yesterday. It was overwhelming and made me feel special. A little thing but a big thing. Work-wise, a sincere “thank you” can make all the difference.
4. Film. I love watching movies. Independent, sci-fi, and any well-acted, character-driven story are my favorites.
5. Good food with great service. I love trying new restaurants (probably due to my years as a restaurant PR/marketing professional). I’ve taken a break but Atlanta has a crop of new spots I need to visit. Join me?
6. Sleep. Sleep is elusive and erratic for me. When I can grab it, I do so with fervor.

I tag:

1. Tiye
2. Patricia
3. George
4. Lynne
5. Karsh
6. Twanna

So while I wasn’t paying attention, I was added to a list of 100 Web Designers to follow on Twitter by the Design and Marketing Blog. Apparently, the article was “Dugg” as well. This has resulted in an influx of new, Twitter follower requests and eyes on this particular blog which – ironically – is just experimental and not focused on design at all.

Trippy.

Many of the people included in the list are at the top of their game; published speakers, and the like. That’s an aspiration of mine. Sure, I spend my days (and nights) buried in code and Photoshop, consulting with clients, test-driving new social networks, and putting out CSS fires. But there isn’t a heck of a lot of my work online. I don’t link to my work from my Twitter account or draw a lot of attention to the design/development work I do.

I just do the work.

But It seems I’m just a little too comfortable working my magic out of the spotlight. If I want to command the type of clients and income of industry leaders on a consistent basis (and I do – I really do), I’ll need to change my modus operandi with the quickness!

I have already begun. I created a new Twitter account last month to focus mostly on web design/development, social media, etc. I haven’t begun using it yet. But once the redesign is done on my design/development site, I’ll write/interact more under that persona and link like crazy.

That’s the plan, anyway. And with SXSW 2009 only four months away, I’ve got to get crackin’!

Oh, and welcome.