How Much Are You Worth?

When the idea to write this article came, I was very angry. And like I used to do when I get ideas, I wanted to put it to writing at that instant.But I somehow chilled. i don't know how, but i did.

This Was The Reason For My Anger:

Last month, two business blogs sent me couple of emails on how they want me to contribute on their blog... For FREE. I replied to tell them I wasn't interested in the offer.

Two weeks ago, another one(blog) contacted me, still on the same terms and conditions... "Write for FREE". They even still had the guts to tell me that my content has to be exclusive to their blog.

I know I am not making sense yet with this article, just chill (like I did) and read on.

If I got those emails three years ago, I would scream for joy! In 2012 I was literally rolling on the floor, begging blogs to write for free and many declined my request. I needed to write for free so I could get people (traffic) on my blog and improve on my writing skills.

I wrote for a few and my style of writing has improved. In fact, I created my own style of writing *scratch that* and now have a tribe I lead *adjusts crown*.

I am not Seth Godin or Tim Ferris, but I can not write for free for any blog if it is not on my terms. I am not looking to increase my (or my blog's) popularity neither am I looking for avenues to increase my writing skills.

Here Is My fucking Reason 

I may not be as popular as Robert Kiyosaki or Seth Godin (I have mentioned Seth's name twice. He is that awesome) but I know my self worth. I know how much I am worth. I am already writing for free on my own blog (which is very hard especially when you are sharing quality content).

I have a lot of projects I am working on- my radio show, my book, speaking engagements, my blog, 3 start-ups. If I would have to write for even the New York times, I'd definitely have to make certain sacrifices. So writing for free is out of it (except if it has to be on my own terms).

Letting people know your self worth doesn't portray arrogance or pride. It is just a way of letting people know the level of shit you can take.

How long are you going to keep working for FREE all in the name of self development? There is no standard for self development. We learn and grow everyday.

Set high standards for yourself and don't sell yourself cheap.

How much are you worth? If you don't have the answer to that question (or if your answer is I'm always available... For FREE) then you need serious help.

PS: If you need marketing ideas for your startup or small business (how to get more and reach more people), I am offering FREE consultation for the first 15 people that sends me an email: sadiqdaniel@gmail.com

Sadiq Daniel is a  Serial Entrepreneur and Teens Coach that blogs on business, Self- development, Life lessons and Ideas that challenges the status quo... You can pursue him for a speaking engagements on Twitter: @sadiqspeaks LinkedIn: Sadiq Daniel and Email:Sadiqdaniel@gmail.com

Seth Speaks: I am 'anti-business', you might be too

I have been busy having sex   creating something that matters and It has not been so easy for me these past few days. I don't think I would  be as consistent as I was with this blog but I'd try my best to put up at least two articles every week pending the time I orgasm  free up my schedule.

But here is one quality article from Seth Godin that you should read- It's a little bit focused on business and entrepreneurship but it also resonates with our everyday live.....

I am 'anti-business', You might be too 

A hundred and fifty years ago, when people finally began organizing to eliminate child labor in American factories, they were called anti-business. There was no way, the owners complained, that they could make a living if they couldn’t employ ultra-cheap labor. In retrospect, I think businesses are glad that kids go to school--educated workers make better consumers (and citizens).

Fifty years ago, when people realized how much damage was being done by factories poisoning our rivers, those supporting the regulations to clean up the water supply were called anti-business. Companies argued that they’d never be able to efficiently produce while reducing their effluent. Today, I think most capitalists would agree that the benefits of having clean air and water more than make up for what it costs to create a place people want to live—the places that haven't cleaned up are rushing to catch up, because what destroys health also destroys productivity and markets. (And it's a good idea).

When the bars and restaurants went non-smoking in New York a decade ago, angry trade organizations predicted the death knell of their industry. It turns out the opposite happened.

The term anti-business actually seems to mean, “against short-term waste, harmful side effects and selfish shortcuts.” Direct marketers were aghast when people started speaking out against spam, but of course, in the long run, ethical direct marketers came out ahead. 

If anti-business means supporting a structure that builds a foundation where more people can flourish over time, then sign me up.

A more interesting conversation, given how thoroughly intertwined business and social issues are, is whether someone is short-term or long-term. Not all long-term ideas are good ones, not all of them work, but it makes no sense to confuse them with the label of anti-business.

Successful businesses tend to be in favor of the status quo (they are, after all, successful and change is a threat) perhaps with a few fewer regulations just for kicks. But almost no serious businessperson is suggesting that we roll back the 'anti-business' improvements to the status quo of 1890.

It often seems like standing up for dignity, humanity and respect for those without as much power is called anti-business. And yet it turns out that the long-term benefit for businesses is that they are able to operate in a more stable, civilized, sophisticated marketplace.

It’s pretty easy to go back to a completely self-regulated, selfishly focused, Ayn-Randian cut-throat short-term world. But I don’t think you’d want to live there.

You may check out seth's blog here

Book I'm Reading At The Moment:

The Magic by Rhonda Byrne

Music I'm Listening To At The Moment:

The Album About Nothing - Wale

Quote That Has Been Doing It For Me:

"If You Don't Like Where You Are... MOVE, You Are Not A TREE!" - Sadiq Daniel.

PS: Thanks to Victory, Chine, Maryln, Moka and Phil for your emails. And Veronica that actually CALLED me on my phone - That is the awesomest thing that has happened to me this month. You guys inspire me to keep creating work that matters.

Sadiq Daniel is a certified Crazy Writer and Teens Coach that blogs on business, Self- development, Life lessons and Ideas that challenges the status quo... You can pursue him on Twitter: @sadiqspeaks LinkedIn: Sadiq Daniel and Email:Sadiqdaniel@gmail.com

3 Great Blogs You Should Follow In 2015

I really want to make this article a very short one. Out of the blogs I followed last year, these 3 stood out... They really changed the way I see things and I thought it wise to share them here.

Here they are (in no order whatsoever) and what I love about them:

Seth Godin: I learnt a lot about how the process of doing things is the most important thing from this man. He shares marketing and business ideas and how ideas can be spread effectively. Seth Godin

Seth Godin

His articles are the shortest I've ever seen in the world but the content is crazily helpful. I have read two out his many books out there and I loved them.: Idea Virus, Linchpin.... Check out his blog here:


A Learning A Day: I actually got a link to this blog from seth's blog. Rohan shares his story and picks out lessons from them.A Learning A Day

Rohan

He is good. He makes mistakes and not afraid to admit to these mistakes. His articles are pretty long most times but they are worth your time. You should check the blog out -


Ofili Speaks: I must confess, I have been following this guys blog for over 3 years now and he has improved a lot. I love the way he writes and he is super creative.

Okechukwu Ofili

The way he uses sarcasm to deliver his messages is phenomenal. You should check him out - Ofili Speaks

FINAL NOTE: One mutual trait I discovered in these guys is that they are consistent and not afraid to make shit happen.

PS: I'd love to follow more blogs this year. You may share your blog link and other blogs you think are worth checking out.



Sadiq Daniel is a certified Crazy Writer and Teens Coach that blogs on business, Self- development, Life lessons and Ideas that challenges the status quo... You can pursue him on Twitter: @sadiqspeaks LinkedIn: Sadiq Daniel and Email: Sadiqdaniel@gmail.com