Tales Of Revolution And A Sense Of Community

Posted April 21, 2011 at 5:29 PM by Ben Nadel

Tags: ColdFusion, Relationships, Life

Today, I am shocked, elated, and deeply touched to find out that I have been selected to appear in Seth Godin's latest book, "Tales of the Revolution: True Stories of People who are Poking the Box and Making a Difference." This wonderful news is entirely due to the awesome Paul Carney - business entrepreneur and fellow ColdFusion developer. A few weeks ago, Paul submitted the story, "A Community Builder Who Brought Us Together With A Picture," to The Domino Project - a Seth Godin initiative. Of the over 200 stories submitted, Paul's was one of a handful selected for publication.


 
 
 

 
Tales of the Revolution: True Stories of People who are Poking the Box and Making a Difference from Seth Godin.  
 
 
 

Right now, I have so many wonderful thoughts running through my head and I don't know quite how to put them into words. I do what I do because I absolutely love what I do. Part of that passion is, in no doubt, fueled by the wonderful people around me and the strong sense of community that we have in the ColdFusion world. I spend more time talking to you guys over blog, email, Twitter, and IM than I do talking to anyone else; and, I couldn't be happier about that. Our community is like a family and I, for one, am thrilled to be part of it.

To read more about this, including the story that Paul wrote, check out Paul Carney's blog.


 
 
 

 
From left to right: Colleen  
 
 
 

From left to right: Colleen "Amazing Smile" Lanham, Demian Holmberg, Robert Dix, Ben Nadel (that's me), Paul Carney, and Eric Pfleckl.



Reader Comments

Apr 21, 2011 at 6:04 PM // reply »
39 Comments

That's cause Ben Nadel has brought sexy back.


Apr 21, 2011 at 6:20 PM // reply »
20 Comments

Wow that's truly awesome Ben. I've been a long time reader and lurker and I always appreciate all of the effort you put into helping your fellow coders.

Downloading the book to my iPad right now as I type. Can't wait to check it out!


Apr 21, 2011 at 6:42 PM // reply »
66 Comments

Major congratulations, Ben! And well-deserved.


Apr 21, 2011 at 7:02 PM // reply »
28 Comments

Awesome dude! You deserve it.


Apr 21, 2011 at 8:07 PM // reply »
2 Comments

That is awesome Ben - congrats!!!


Apr 21, 2011 at 8:09 PM // reply »
211 Comments

Congrats on 'poking' the box. :D


Apr 21, 2011 at 8:22 PM // reply »
4 Comments

Completely awesome!!!You deserve it Ben!! ;)


Apr 21, 2011 at 9:01 PM // reply »
56 Comments

Congratulations Ben! Very well deserved for all the hard work you put in and all the selfless help you provide through your blogs and interactions. This is just the beginning of many more recognitions to come your way. Keep it up!


Apr 21, 2011 at 9:55 PM // reply »
9 Comments

Many Congratulations Ben! You Completely deserve it!


Apr 21, 2011 at 10:49 PM // reply »
11,238 Comments

Thanks guys!! :D


Apr 21, 2011 at 11:17 PM // reply »
1 Comments

Just read it Ben, great stuff. Keep up the good work.


Apr 22, 2011 at 12:07 AM // reply »
1 Comments

Congratulations Ben! You are a major reason why the CF community is so great. Your passion definitely shines through. I'm thrilled you were picked for the book!


Apr 22, 2011 at 12:19 AM // reply »
12 Comments

Wow that's huge Ben! I'm a big fan of both you and Seth, you guys rock!

Additionally, I'd like to point out that although I don't work in web development anymore, I still follow your blog because your posts are always so interesting and enlightening.

Keep up the good work!


Apr 22, 2011 at 7:41 AM // reply »
148 Comments

Keep up the work and give me more stuff to feel overwhelmed about! ;-)


Apr 22, 2011 at 9:01 AM // reply »
22 Comments

Congratulations! It is a well-deserved honor.


Apr 22, 2011 at 9:20 AM // reply »
1 Comments

Congrats Ben! Paul's write-up was great and you certainly had my vote. It's just some good Karma coming your way for all the things you do for the CF community. Cheers!


Apr 22, 2011 at 9:30 AM // reply »
5 Comments

Congratulations on your inclusion in this book.


Apr 22, 2011 at 9:54 AM // reply »
1 Comments

another long time lurker (rss) -- congrats and keep up the good work!


Apr 22, 2011 at 11:30 AM // reply »
28 Comments

That's badass


Apr 22, 2011 at 12:42 PM // reply »
25 Comments

Amazing Ben, congratulations! You are on your way to international stardom (beyond the tech world!).


Apr 23, 2011 at 11:08 AM // reply »
1 Comments

Cool, Congratulations!! your web site is a must-read reference for our Coldfusion developers in Colombia, same way is Seth's Books for our iMarketing Deparment.


Apr 25, 2011 at 4:51 PM // reply »
369 Comments

Congratulations, Ben! Very well-deserved, indeed! :-)


Apr 27, 2011 at 7:48 PM // reply »
12 Comments

I know they got one right!



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