Comments on: Yep! I look ridiculous. It’s on purpose — And why you must be weird.

By: Adam Kayce

Adam Kayce — Fri, 12 Jun 2015 15:19:54 +0000

I see what you’re saying… inauthenticity rubs most of us the wrong way. But, I feel like Derek is saying to simply be more revealing about your individuality, not to manufacture a false image of yourself to get attention (which is peacocking, totally).

Most people hide their uniqueness for fear of being thought of as weird… but it’s the unique that gets remembered. Should it be authentic? Absolutely.

By: Rachael

Rachael — Thu, 11 Jun 2015 20:36:40 +0000

I made the mistake of trying to fit in when I started my business. I chose the most generic name for my company (NW Clinical Massage) because I wanted to sound professional. I used stock photos for my website.

After learning more about personal branding, I’ve been shifting everything to be more personal and memorable, but it’s not something that comes naturally to me as an introvert. So it’s a work in progress and the finished result has not yet been achieved. Learning step by step. Thanks for the boost!

By: Prabhu Tharmarajan

Prabhu Tharmarajan — Sat, 30 May 2015 15:25:50 +0000

Being different causes you to stand out. And in industries where you want to stand out, even if it’s a crazy/weird/totally not in the norm approach you have, as long as it gets you nearer to your goal, that’s a definite win! Great post mate!

By: Derek

Derek — Fri, 22 May 2015 00:51:06 +0000

This is attraction marketing at it finest! I am loving this site 25k to build was well worth it.
show em the real you, if they dont like it they can “CLICK off”
Do your thing Man.

Great Name too. We will have to collaborate when I get my Sh** rolling in the Authority online world.

By: Vnaessa

Vnaessa — Thu, 07 May 2015 15:03:40 +0000

I seriously want that notebook now. I will admit to also rubbing my face on soft paper. Any chance you tell me where I can buy one?

I often use the fact that I have screws in my hips to make me stand out. It’s surprising because I am only 26 and I got them when I was 12. I’ll tell people this and follow it up with “and no, I don’t beep when I go through metal detectors, they’re titanium.” I also love to reference sci-fi shows and when I find someone who gets it I never forget that person so I am sure it goes both ways.

By: Shanika

Shanika — Tue, 05 May 2015 20:23:06 +0000

Basically be a OPENLY professional weirdo. Gotcha.

By: Leo

Leo — Mon, 04 May 2015 06:11:21 +0000

This post is something my co-workers should read. Its really interesting and for me looking weird is being unique and being unique is being a risk taker. I work in a SEO and content writing job and I really don’t just conform with the standards I try to be better.

By: Melissa Semra

Melissa Semra — Sun, 03 May 2015 03:50:46 +0000

I can’t think of any beneficial ways of being weird other than that people will remember you better.
You could say it is an easy way of converting website hoppers, who rarely remember any of the sites they visit, to regulars, who can’t get enough of your crazyness!

By: Simon

Simon — Sun, 03 May 2015 03:42:58 +0000

Thanks so much for your lovely reply Fiona. The simple fact that you took the time out of your day to share your thoughts with me, let alone leave such an encouraging and understanding message, means the world to me.

It’s not possible to go through the journey I have without losing a sense of self-worth and esteem along the way, so any messages of support really help with my confidence. Part of my life now is trying to work out who I’m comfortable being, and what I want to share with the world and part of that involves asking people like yourself and Derek for advice.

I really do want to help others who may have followed a similar path, and also to help educate the public by breaking down the negative stereotypes associated with addicts. There’s so much I can share that I feel would be of benefit. It’s a big decision though so it’s one that I need to give some serious thought and make sure I work through all the ramifications of sharing something so huge on the Internet.

I think I may approach this initially by blogging under a pseudonym, and then if I feel like the idea has legs and that’s it’s something worth pursing, that might be better time to expose my identity. If I do so right out of the gate, and the site doesn’t flesh out into anything worthwhile, then I may just be hurting myself and others without any gain.

Anyway there’s naturally lots more to say on this topic, but this certainly isn’t the right forum to do so. However I really just wanted to say thanks so much for voicing your support. It meant the world to me and who knows – you may even have helped kick-start my blog by giving me the confidence to pursue it 🙂

By: Rocco

Rocco — Sat, 02 May 2015 19:37:42 +0000

love the video. I’m the guy that thinks about thinking and asks people to think about that! Well…that sounded better in my head. 😉