Proud Or Embarrassed?

It's something I think we've all dealt with at one time or another.  So embarrassed by something we've done or shared, that we hide our heads in shame (barely wanting to tell anyone about it).

On the other hand, we're sometimes incredibly proud to represent something that shows who we really are. Something we'd love nothing more than to tell the world about what we have. What we've done.  And feel nothing better than to boast out loud to everyone we know (and don't know), about how great things are going in our life.

I've recently experienced that with the first live workshop I've put on.  As you can see here on my Facebook Fan Page, it went quite well.  In fact, I capped it out at only 25 attendees and within just a week of writing and posting the copy for it, it was filled to capacity – with a few additional people on a weight list.

I guess what was even crazier were the accolades afterwards.  People left kind notes on the events page that said:

"Thanks for the great session on Copywriting today, Jared. Well done!"

"Thank you Jared. Was well worth the drive."

"Great workshop today Jared!! So now I know what a copywriter is (vs. a copyright) and furthermore, the difference between a truly 'kick-ass' copywriter (you) & the hundreds of others out there who write copy."

"Great style, it work's! Thanks for the event. Time well spent."

"Thanks for a great workshop, Jared! It was really helpful to have you share with us some of the basic principles behind good writing. Of course we will never be the amazingly creative copywriter that you are!

"Also, appreciated you looking at our website and sending some of your pearls of wisdom our way!"

I guess what I'm trying to say here, is that I was really proud of myself.  If you asked me about a year ago that I would've spoken in front of a group of people, and that it would turn out so well, I would've thought you were nuts!  Really.

Because to tell you the truth, public speaking was one of the biggest fears I've ever had to overcome.  And much like you, I've avoided doing it for so long because I honestly thought I'd be embarrassed if I flopped. Embarrassed over the fact that if I couldn't get people to the event (even if it was for free), I'd be looked at as a failure.

So what's my point with all of this?

At some point we all just have to say, "screw it!"  Despite our fears.  Despite how stupid we think we'll be perceived. And go make something happen.  Make something that's useful for other people and not be so embarrassed over what some may or may not say about the products or services we offer.

Stand proud!

QUESTION: Do you love your business, but know you shouldn't be the one writing for it?  Or perhaps you may even feel you could ruin the reputation you've spent so long in building?  Heck… maybe you're just way too embarrassed to even share it with anyone because you know deep down inside that whatever you write, doesn't accurately represent who you are (and what your business is about)?

If any of that sounds familiar, click here .  Let's talk!