Bulgaria, Sweden, Thail
and, Canada, Australia, Romania, France, Costa Rica, Lebanon, Hong Kong – these are the countries and regions most on my radar each day I tweet, open a blog post, write a blog post, retweet from Triberr, and comment in others’ houses.
The world is becoming smaller every day.
Which countries are on your radar? Have you developed the sweet relationships I have with peeps in each of these locations? Do you think you’d go visit that country and want to ensure you meet for an espresso or cup of tea?
I have to say, honestly, I have and I would. My tweeps notwithstanding from the U.S., the richness of culture and excitement I receive from these relationships I’ve developed are worthy of continuing on this path and this growth journey. Let me share a slice of my world with you and encourage yo u to put these tweeps on your global radar:
** Petya Georgieva, in Bulgaria, has invited my comment about PR and again today in a guest post. (Funny how I selected a similar topic today, eh?)
** A podcast I did with Jon Buscall of Jontus Media in Sweden about social media anything and everything via Skype was my second experience with this medium. I love doing these, and Jon is a master podcaster (and his accent is very sexy, but don’t tell him). Jon shares that our first session was his most popular with listeners from all over the world. (That #RocksHot – did you know I engraved by iPad2 with “Soulati Media Rocks Hot.”)
** On occasion Robert Dempsey and I Skype (he’s in Thailand), and I see him on blogs everywhere in the States, too. Robert #RocksHot in SEO and is ahead of the curve with social media SEO – the new buzz.
** My best pal in Ho ng Kong, Roy Grubb of WikIT and Topicscape is a mind-map wizard. He found me first and early on my blogging pathway. (In fact, he’s my “agent” and supports me all over Twitter).
** Have you met Leon Noone yet? He’s my favorite Aussie curmudgeon. I love that man to pieces with his wit and dry humor. He’s got experience beyond anyone I know, so make sure you put him on your radar.
** And, Kaarina D illabough is a lovely Canadian who writes with amazing thought, warmth and coaching style on her blog.
** Stan Faryna, writing from Romania, will take you on a wild ride with his emotional and inspirational writing. He keeps you guessing always and yet is so totally engaging and sweet.
** The Falchetto’s, John and Ameena, each write their own blogs Expat Life Coach and Mummy in Provence. Each is respected and inspiring for their life works.
I could give you more examples of others who are in my Globe Spotting Tribe on Triberr, but for starters, these are wonderful peeps who sit with me on the down low…or the QT… as they say. If you want to gain influence and enhance your brand in another country, then go to a blogger’s house who works in another country. Simple. Develop relationship with that person and their community, and you’ll begin to get invites to participate.
Who might you add here, please? We’re always interested in learning more about peeps around the world who are rockin’ it.
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Jayme is an intelligent and caring blogger – my favorite kind of blogger. But she’s not just a blogger, she’s an online community builder. Check out her past blog posts and the comments – you’ll see what I mean.
Wow. You’re so generous. The funny thing is, Stan, this is such an organic path. I have no idea; unplanned, serendipity. That’s what I love about this; the surprises are genuine. Thanks for becoming a friend!
Thanks for sharing Jayme. Always appreciate your recommendations. In A/E/C and FM we see a lot of SM activity from the UK, these folks provide an interesting, sometimes different and sometimes very much the same industry perspective despite their geographic distance.
Isn’t it odd my UK presence is missing, isn’t it?! If you have someone you engage with, please share here, Patty? Thanks!
I have connected with Stan in Romania and love his blog posts. I am going to check out each blogger you recommend and connect with them as I keep Stan in high regard. Thanks you for putting together this list. I am confident they feel the same way about you 🙂
Hi, Dorien! Thank you so much and wonderful seeing you here. Stan The Man, as @billDorman:disqus calls him…is quite the engaging character…I do agree!
Jayme, thanks for including me in such great company:) You are a gem! There’s only one person on your list that I haven’t yet connected with, so I will be doing so.
I think it’s great to be in contact with wonderful people from around the world. I get teased a bit about my “Canadian spelling” eh? Like colour for color, and flavour for flavor…I’m starting to leave out all those “u’s”, haha!
And I agree with @faryna:disqus :you are indeed a fab community builder, and a wonderful friend. And when you come to “my place”, I’ll serve you espresso or tea…or more likely, Tim Hortons coffee and maple syrup…not necessarily in that order!
Thanks again for including me on your list: I’m honoured (note spelling:) Cheers! Kaarina
Hey, Girlie…how can I do a global list and not include my fave Canadienne?
Merci, merci:)
I’m still just getting around the globeblog (yes, I coined it, yes, it’s an almost palindrome, yes, I think I shall use it again!). You mentioned many of the global folks I know (and have met through you, actually). Many of my visits have been to the British Isles when I look across the Atlantic. Tom Albrighton (@tomcopy) is a fellow copywriter who’s very reflective about his work and offers great story-style tips. I don’t get over there as often as I’d like.
Such a nice way to highlight your community, Jayme!
If you can invite Tom to stop in and give us the link to his blog, that would be awesome! Thanks, Shakirah!
Aww thanks Jayme! I was so pleasantly surprised when I got the pingback this afternoon! Thanks for the shout out 🙂 Love the list – some people I know, some I don’t … great stuff and thanks again!
Great group and I know most of them………………I know, imagine that……………..the world truly is flat and that is what I enjoy about the relationships I have made. I will also include @berget my Norwegian friend as someone to check out at well. Thanks for showcasing a great group of people who also happen to be online.
What…you know someone? I didn’t know dat. Please share @berget link to his blog, Bill? I want to complete my Scandinavian reach! Thanks!
Check out @berget at https://slymarketing.com/ He’s a great guy.
I think he’s going to pop in! He’s traveling from Italy…what a life.
The vacation in Italy was fantastic. What a country, and the people, they were so friendly… I want to move to Italy. I’ve been there for 14 days and the weather was just amazing, and the food, and the history… I’m out of words 🙂
Thank you Bill. You’re awesome. I just got home from Italy, and I find that you’ve been supporting me all the way while I’ve been eating pizza and getting a tan… THANK YOU!!
I love your enthusiasm and passion Jayme. You are an absolute star xxxx
She is! And so are you Jon.
I concur with Jen, Jon! There’s a comma in there. XOXO to both of you dudes.
G’Day Jayme,
Thanks for the “Leg up” You’re very kind. I wont say that I really enjoy your blog too. That would sound gratuitous. But clearly you display excellent professional judgement!
Make sure you have fun
Regards
Leon
Dear Leon…expect all my peeps to come to your house and see what you’re doing in Aussieland. Behave. (Yeah, right.) And, treat them courteously with a glass of that incredible Shiraz (my hometown in Iran).
Love,
Jayme
What a lineup here Jayme. Thank you for making me a part of it. Frankly I don’t know where we’d be without the Internet today. Our ability to connect with people everywhere in the world is fantastic. We’re just in the beginning of the massive global cultural shift that is occurring as a result of these connections.
Thanks for being a friend and helping me connect with many more.
I’ve enjoyed the start of our journey, Robert! Your intelligent content draws me in to an area I must master. Thank you.
Well hello there Jayme.
What a nice surprise to get that little Ping from ya today :). Thank you very much for thinking of me and placing me with such great company. It’s pretty incredible how tiny this world actually is – well…thanks to the internet at least. I guess in a way – it makes us all “digital globe trotters” eh? lol
There’s just so many people in all 7 continents (well – maybe not Antarctica yet lol) that I’ve been blessed to meet because of our life and friends online.
Besides Petya – who I’m definitely gonna take the time to get to familiarize myself with a little more – I’ve come in contact and befriended a few of these wonderful peeps you mentioned here. I would love nothing more than to do a little tour of the world to meet all my favorite “bloggapals” who have brought so much to my life. Hopefully one day – I will get that chance.
Thank you for your friendship and continuous support my friend. I hope I get to say that to you in person one of these days over a nice hot cup of cocoa or better yet – let’s make that a cold alcoholic beverage ;).
Have a great Friday.
Thanks again for the kind mention.
Cheers
Oh, yeah. A “coldie” would be fab, Griddy. With falafel, of course! Hope all is well on your end; I see you’ve been dormant (that’s not Dorman) for longer than most…good?
I really like this idea. Excellent post and well chosen list. This resource is invaluable to anyone interested in greatness.
Hi, there, Adam! Finally getting to a hardwired PC to answer my comments; so sorry I couldn’t figure out the new tech device to get you right away. Thanks for stopping in. Glad you liked this global roundup; these peeps have become some of my neatest Tweeps, and thanks to Twitter for that. Share your blog here? Would love to stop in, too.
I don’t exactly have a blog per say, I try to structure my site to have guides as well as cover question and answer topics as opposed to the usual blog style. I do focus as best I can on supporting others and networking with those who love to learn and help others. Not too long ago I started accepting guest posts to help authors get a little more online exposure. I am always happy to share my experience and knowledge of the online world with others too. I am Canadian and love connecting with people around the world. So I would be happy if you shared my “blog” here too. 🙂
Consider it done! Please comment here any time and encourage everyone to stop in to your “house” Adam. Thank you. And you have given me an idea for today’s post. Come see a bit later!
I have given you an idea!? I can’t wait to see what it is. Feel free to tweet me when you post it @dittoeffect and I will retweet it. 🙂
Adam! Stop in today, “Share Your Blog Here.” I give you a shout out for inspiring this post! Thanks!