DISQUS

Social Media Explorer: The Power of New

  • chilliefalls · 5 months ago
    Good luck with the new venture. As always, you make me proud.

    dad
  • amazingaaron · 5 months ago
    Sounds like a lot of fun, and work!
    Best wishes!
  • Chuck Hemann · 5 months ago
    Congrats, Jason! Best of luck to you in the new venture.
  • KBodnar32 · 5 months ago
    Good Luck Jason. Please let me know if I can do anything to help you! You have already done to much for me, would love to return the favor.
  • Michelle_Jones · 5 months ago
    Mazel tov my friend. I can't wait to watch you succeed in this new endeavor.
  • elizabethsosnow · 5 months ago
    Jason, I'm excited to see what you do next. Thanks for your continued inspiration.

    There's nothing better than a big leap off the diving board. Enjoy it!

    @ElizabethSosnow
  • David Alston · 5 months ago
    You're gonna rock it in your new gig my friend. Congrats eh.
  • bethharte · 5 months ago
    Jason, Congratulations!!! This is what I admire and respect most about you...your ability to move in a direction that keeps you on top of the communications game as a thought leader, truth seeker and solution provider. Your clients will come to love the no BS factor you bring along to every challenge. ;-)

    And on a selfish note, I am glad that I now have another great consultant to add to my reference list...the well was starting to run dry.
  • Andre Natta · 5 months ago
    Congratulations! Looking forward to the ongoing conversations... Looking forward to seeing you next month too.
  • jaygarmon · 5 months ago
    You'll be the first guy I recommend, chief.
  • Tom Martin · 5 months ago
    Congrats on stepping out. I'm sure companies will be beating a path to your new door.
  • annhandley · 5 months ago
    Sincere congrats, Jason! Great news, and great things to come, I'm sure.

    Echoing what Beth said here... I'm likewise thrilled that I have you to recommend to companies looking for expertise (and there are a lot of them).
  • aaron whitaker · 5 months ago
    From one ex-Doer to another, congratulations. Doe is indeed losing one of their best men. But with the freedoms of being your own boss and running your own company, I see great things and unlimited possibilities in your future. You're a valuable asset to the social media world and I look forward to seeing how you advance and improve this great industry of "influencing". Congrats man!

    @aawhitaker
  • David Breznau · 5 months ago
    Jason - It's about time. More SME-TV. Global affiliates. Your "consultancy" won't allow time for much else. I'm here for your throw aways. Best of luck.
  • Peter Kim · 5 months ago
    Go big and good luck, Jason!
  • janequigley · 5 months ago
    Congrats and good luck, Jason. I'm excited to see what's next for you...
  • Ken Burbary · 5 months ago
    Good luck with your new endeavor Jason!
  • Jon Burg · 5 months ago
    Congrats on the new move, and lots of luck! Looking forward to seeing and hearing great work and perspectives.
  • kellykearney · 5 months ago
    How exciting! Best of luck Jason.
  • Daniel · 5 months ago
    Jason - You gave me my first public speaking opportunity, and in the year since I feel we've grown into friends.

    You have my eternal support and I wish you the best of luck. You're smart, talented and good looking. (Err...at least you're smart and talented.) You'll do fine.
  • Len Kendall · 5 months ago
    Congrats! Best of luck and looking forward to your upcoming explorations.
  • Adam Sherk · 5 months ago
    Big move, congrats Jason! Best of luck
  • clearcast · 5 months ago
    Good on you, JF! Looking forward to seeing you out here in Consultant Land.
  • randelaw · 5 months ago
    As the founder of the Chicago Plan said, "Make no little plans. They have no magic to stir men's blood and probably will not themselves be realized."

    You will realize yours - best of luck!
  • Michael Schnuerle · 5 months ago
    Exciting news Mr. Falls. I know that this is the right choice for you, and that you will succeed. Congrats!
  • whitneymathews · 5 months ago
    Good luck on your new journey!
  • Scott Hepburn · 5 months ago
    I couldn't be more excited for you, man. As your clients no doubt realize, you're one of the hardest working and most talented strategists in the business. There are big things ahead for Social Media Explorer, LLC -- I'm sure of it!
  • lesliearnold · 5 months ago
    WHAT...are you kidding me, this is how you tell your team that you are leaving us? I can believe it!

    Just kidding, You know me, I like to sir the pot. The team here wants to let you know that the next person comming in here has some really big shoes to fill. Congrats, kick butt, and we hope to see you around. Raising the Bull Horns in your honor!
  • craig · 5 months ago
    Congrats. Is this a one man operation right now or do you plan on expanding?
  • Will · 5 months ago
    Hi Jason, I can't get the Kate French link to work. Good Luck in your new adventure!
    -Will
  • KatFrench · 5 months ago
    The correct link is www.internet-bard.com.

    Apparently, Jason was so overcome with emotion at the prospect of leaving us, he was unable to type the correct URL. :-P

    Good luck, man.
  • Maikel Van De Mortel · 5 months ago
    Congratulations on your new business venture Jason. Exciting times are ahead of you. With your knowledge, insights and smarts, SME will be very successful!
  • seanwilliams · 5 months ago
    Jason, welcome to the world of small business! Best of luck.
    Sean

    @commammo
  • Sonny Gill · 5 months ago
    Great news, Jason - congrats and best of luck!
  • margaretfrancis · 5 months ago
    Go Jason! We should talk soon. I know some people (the paying kind) that could use your help. Very excited about this new venture!
  • secretsushi · 5 months ago
    Was bound to happen. Very exciting.
  • JoeMescher · 5 months ago
    Huzzahs all around!

    Congratulations Jason, you're doing great and the LLC will no doubt flourish.

    Rock on Social Media Brother!
  • David Sharpe · 5 months ago
    Congratulations and best of luck to you.
  • mattdickman · 5 months ago
    Congrats, Jason. Best of luck!
  • Vedo · 5 months ago
    Jason, congratulations and good luck on your new venture. I have been exceedingly impressed with your writing, topics, discussions, and features. I look forward to watching how this develops for you and I wish you well.

    Thank you for keeping your readers informed.

    Richie Escovedo
    @vedo
  • Mike Street · 5 months ago
    Hi Jason! Congats! It's been such a wonder to have worked with you over the past 2 years! Please keep in touch and of couse I'll be following you on very social site out there.

    Be blessed and good luck!
  • Ike Pigott · 5 months ago
    Congratulations!

    (Don't think for a moment this means that I will have to buy your unemployed butt a beer in Birmingham. Not that I wouldn't have anyway, but this won't play a factor in it...)
  • Ryan Anderson · 5 months ago
    Congratulations, Jason! I have no doubt that you'll be wildly successful.
  • Mark Dykeman · 5 months ago
    Congratulations and good luck with the new gig, Mr. Principal!
  • Pamela Weir · 5 months ago
    Congratulations! Can't wait to see what you have planned for SME LLC. I wish you all the best!
  • Shawn Morton · 5 months ago
    Congratulations, Jason! Let me know if there is any way I can help.
  • griffey · 5 months ago
    Congrats, Jason! I love saying "I knew you when..." :-)
  • Michael A. Stelzner · 5 months ago
    Jason - Congrats on the BIG move my friend! - Mike
  • amymengel · 5 months ago
    Best of luck, Jason! Excited to see what you do next.
  • Tamar Weinberg · 5 months ago
    Congratulations Jason! Wishing you the best and looking forward to following your steps in this wonderful space!
  • JasonFalls · 5 months ago
    WOW. What can I say folks? Thank you all so very much for the compliments, congratulations and support. It's great to have that kind of encouragement and I'm honored you all stopped by to share it. Very humbling.

    Thanks for reading my stuff and encouraging my work. You all mean the world to me.
  • Marcia Hansen · 5 months ago
    Jason, How exciting! Good luck to you!
  • David Mullen · 5 months ago
    That's some big news! Congrats on stepping out and venturing forward. I would say "best of luck," but you don't need luck. You've got ridiculous skills.

    Looking forward to hearing great things about the move.
  • Kami Watson Huyse · 5 months ago
    And there you are! So you are joining the rest of us plebes? I am excited about your news. Welcome, the water is fine. Congrats on taking the plunge, if you need anything, let me know.
  • Mack Collier · 5 months ago
    I am likely the last person to see this, but a BIG congrats to you Jason! The volume of congrats here is a testament to your standing in this community, and I only hope your future clients understand how lucky they will be to be working with you!
  • David Spinks · 5 months ago
    Truly inspiring Jason, way to take that leap. You'll continue to do great things. Let me know if you're hiring ;)

    Best of luck with everything.
  • whatsnext · 5 months ago
    Wonderful news! Timing couldn't be better. I hope our paths cross soon.
  • Jennifer Berk · 5 months ago
    Jason, this is so exciting - bet you'll enjoy (at least most of the time) a steeper curve. I hope you'll blog not only about the new challenges you're taking on for clients but also about the experience of starting and marketing your new venture!
  • markwilliamschaefer · 5 months ago
    Way to go for it man! You know I'm here to help and support. I'm sure we will find ways to work together in the near future. Best of luck!
  • BillSledzik · 4 months ago
    Best of luck, Jason. Been down the entrepreneur road, and might still be there if the classroom hadn't called me. Best part: You can reject the clients who are real jerks. Worst part: Your new boss is a pain in the neck! Looking forward to following your progress.
  • Karl Foxley · 4 months ago
    Good luck on the NEW venture.

    I've just added the three blogs you've recommended to my iGoogle.
  • Paul May · 4 months ago
    Very exciting! Congrats on the big move, Jason. I think you're going to find operating on your own to be incredibly rewarding (albeit scary at times).... and I have no doubt that Social Media Explorer, LLC will be kicking ass in no time.
  • Puja Madan · 4 months ago
    Ah life would be dull if everything and everyone continued on the same path. I'm so happy and inspired to hear about your decision to move into the new, Jason. Just the kind of refreshing news I needed on a Monday morning. Enjoy the new (ad)venture! :)
  • chelpixie · 4 months ago
    Congratulations and best of luck to you Jason!
  • Tonja · 4 months ago
    That's great news, Jason. Perfect time to make the leap.
  • Paul Chaney · 4 months ago
    Let me add my congratulations Jason. I'm not surprised at all by this news and celebrate this move with you. Did that myself a number of years ago and it was a career-maker for me. I wish you much success!
  • Joseph S Lima · 4 months ago
    Great news and best of luck in your new venture!
  • iFroggy · 4 months ago
    Hey Jason,

    Congrats on striking out on your own. Good luck with what's next.

    Patrick
  • Brandon Eley · 4 months ago
    Congratulations Jason! It's exciting to strike out on your own. Can't wait to see all the changes here at SME in the coming days/weeks!
  • Dan Schawbel · 4 months ago
    Jason, congrats to you. I enjoy your perspective in this space and look forward to hearing more about your successes.

    Be well,

    Dan
  • richardwong · 4 months ago
    I wish you the best of luck Jason. Going out on your own and living your goals is the best feeling someone can have. You're a good guy and I have no doubt you will do well.
  • Roundpeg · 4 months ago
    Congratualations on the change. I look forward to hearing more about it when you are here in Indy for BlogIndiana next week
  • facebook-570540406 · 4 months ago
    Hey Jason, sorry I must have missed this one in my feeds the first time around. As someone who made the exact same leap about a year and a half ago, I can tell you that about three things will happen:

    1. You're going to learn a lot about insurance
    2. You're going to work with some amazing clients
    3. You're going to have to hire some people that are really smart

    Buckle in, and make sure you have coffee delivery set up.