In an age where there are so many blogs, often repeating the same information, it can be a real challenge to find blogs with content that’s worth shouting about. So, when I find one that consistently delivers the goods, I like to recommend it to you.
In the past, I have recommended blogs by; Seth Godin, Robert Scoble, The BBC and Leo Laporte. Today, it’s the turn of PR professional, Social Media maverick and fund raiser extraordinaire; Danny Brown – From dannybrown.me.
First off, you do not need to be interested in PR to really enjoy Danny’s blog. His writing style is engaging, refreshing and original. Danny opts for a bullshit-free approach to blogging, with the occasional use of strong(ish) language; as is often the case when passionate people speak.
Did you notice that I used the word ‘speak‘ in the previous sentence and not ‘write‘? That’s because Danny’s writing style reads as if he were having a chat with you face to face. I’ve never spoken with Danny myself, but I feel like I know him. That’s a skill that very few bloggers possess. In fact, one of the main reasons I am recommending Danny Brown’s blog to you, is that many of my readers are students of great copy writing and Danny’s copy writing is superb.
The 12for12k challenge
Danny is also a passionate fund raiser for good causes all over the world, which he assists via the 12for12k challenge. The challenge is a BIG one; to raise $12,000, for each of 12 different charities, over a 12 month period.
You can find out more about the 12for12k challenge by visiting their site.
So, why not take a look at Danny’s blog and see what all the fuss is about?
Hey Jim – you and Danny are both two of my favorite people on the planet. You guys are doing social media right and always deliver valuable information and insight. Thanks for all you do!
Thanks Mark. Always nice to know that people find the information here useful.
Hey there Mark,
Thanks for being one of the first people “active” on my blog when you took part in the “Discussing Social Media with…” series. I really appreciated that, and continue to be honoured to call you a friend many months later.
Cheers bud!
PS – Indeed, Jim’s blogs – whether it’s this one, the Idea one or the Tech one – all rock. Need to speak to him to ask about project management tips!
Just discovered Dannys blog, thanks to you. Its superb. Thanks for sharing Jim!
My pleasure Alyson. Thanks for the comment.
Thanks Alyson, for stopping by and for the kind words too!
Checking his blog right now over a coffee. Thanks man
Heck, mate, how can I say thank you without sounding lame? Oh well, here goes…
THANK YOU!
Seriously, touched to know you enjoy the blog enough to share with your own readers – really appreciate fella, and who knows, perhaps we can meet up at last when I’m back over your way next year?
Cheers again, fella, much appreciated.
Hey Danny. As you know, I’ve been reading your blog for ages and the consistently excellent posts makes it a must-read. As a few people have already said, it’s important to share ‘the good stuff.’
By the way, someone else has already written a blog post, about me writing a blog post, about you.
The power of blogging eh? Thanks for a great blog Danny!
Right on Jim. Danny’s blog is right up there with yours that has been teaching me since day one. Danny’s blog is amazing not just for his writing, or his “speaking” as you put it well, but also because of its great focus on the community around it. His blog is filled with people who would help Danny out at the drop of a hat because they know he’d do the same for them.
Great post, great people (=
David
Scribnia.com
Hey there David,
You know what I think of you and your talents, mate, so to hear you say that makes my day and means I must be doing something right. Here’s to me not messing it up – thanks bud
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