I was sitting here today thinking of a way to give thanks to all the people who have in some way or another touched me with my journey since I’ve started NewBizBlogger 8+ months ago. One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned is that running an online business needs to the support of a community and I am so grateful to many for providing that support.
There have been so many people who have supported me; old friendships and newly created ones. This is my way of saying THANK YOU to all of you!
DiTesco from IBlogZone.com – Francisco and I connected at the very beginning of my journey and it was an immediate connection. He has provided undeniable support and friendship and I know my life and business are richer for it. Thank you Francisco for continuing to be the awesome person and entrepreneur that you are! You make a difference in people lives and in mine! Follow on Twitter: @ditesco
John Soares from ProductiveWriters.com – Another lovely person whom I connected with since the beginning. John has been a continued supportor and friend. I’ve learned a lot from John. He is a true entrepreneur; always on the search for excellence. Thank you John for just being the person that you are! Follow on Twitter: @TheJohnSoares
Ryan Biddulph from CashWithATrueConscience.com – Ryan has been such amazing source of positivity. His positive outlook and upbeat energy has been a constant reminder that you can truly be successful in life and in business if you put yourself in the right state of mind. Ryan, you have truly been a Godsend! Thank you for your support and continue to stay true to who you are! Follow on Twitter: @RyanBiddulph
Onibalusi Bamidele from YoungPrePro.com - Onibalusi has been such an inspiration to myself as well as many others. His dedication and drive is a prime example of what’s possible in life if you put your heart and soul into what you love. This 16 year old has taught me a lot and it goes to show you that you can always learn something from someone, no matter what age! Oni you are a gift to others; you are changing lives. Keep up the great work! Follow on Twitter: @youngprepro
Ileane Smith from BasicBlogTips.com – Ileane and I connected some time ago but it wasn’t until fairly recent that we’ve really connected as true supporters of each other. She is a role model that with hard work, persistence and being a stand for other peoples success that what you want in life is absolutely achievable. She’s a complete joy and anyone who comes in contact with her is richer for it. Ileane, thank you for being an amazing person and entrepreneur and for your continued support. You have made a difference in more ways than you know! Follow on Twitter: @Ileane
David Risley from DavidRisley.com – I recently joined David’s Inner Circle and I have to say, in a short period of time he has made a huge impact! He is an outstanding entrepreneur with a lot to offer others. Thanks David for your support and sharing your knowledge! Follow on Twitter: @davidrisley
John from ExtremeJohn.com – John and I connected not too long ago and what an absolute pleasure it’s been. His zest and passion in life is contagious and any one who comes in contact, look out. He always puts a smile to my face when we connect and I am very thankful for it. John, you are are true entrepreneur with a heart of gold. Thanks for continuing to be a ray of light! Follow on Twitter: @extremejohno
Lye Kuek Hin from FindMyBlogWay.com – Lye is one of those people who very quietly makes an entrance but leaves a HUGE impact. We connected some time ago and his true nature to help others and at the same time be a success for himself is awesome. He is a fighter and everyone loves a fighter! Thanks Lye for being a role model for having the life and business you desire! Follow on Twitter: @Findmyblogway
Benin Brown from BeninBrown.com – Benin commented on my site some time ago and he was like a freight train… coming in fast with a powerful punch. He is committed to living an extraordinary life and changing the world, one amazing post at a time. Benin you are a power-puncher and a force to be reckoned with. Keep up the great work and thanks for connecting; it has made all the difference with me. Follow on Twitter: @Benin
Fred Leo from SoloBizCoach.com – A partner in crime in the world of coaching and committed to making a difference in the lives others, Fred is a true entrepreneur and rightfully deserved. Another blogger who comes in quietly but lands a powerful punch. He is taking on the world and I’m glad to be in it because of it. Thanks Fred for your continued commitment to other peoples success! Follow on Twitter: @SoloBizCoach
Keith Bloemendaal from HotBlogTips.com – Ever meet one of those people who you always saw around your circle of friends and then one day you got to talking and an immediate connection was made? And then wondered, “why didn’t we do this before”? That was my experience with Keith. One simple tweet turned into a friendship. I’ve only know Keith for a very short time, but I know it’s going to be great to peel the onion in getting know him. Thanks Keith for your authenticity and your commitment! Follow on Twitter: @kbloemendaal
John Komatsoulis from LearnAboutUs.com – John is a true friend and mentor. I met him at the very beginning when he approached me about writing an article for him. He’s been a friend and associate ever since. Thanks John for your continued support and guidance. Follow on Twitter: @JohnKomatsoulis
Alex Whalley from AlexWhalley.com – This Keyword King is a true genius at what he does and I respect and value him for that. I always learn something new whenever we connect and it’s so refreshing. Thanks Alex for being unique, awesome and true to you! Follow on Twitter: @alexwhalley23
Marie Forleo from MarieForleo.com – I’ve been following Marie’s blog for some time ago and all I have to say it look out! She is a powerhouse, an amazing speaker and motivator. She is authentic, true to herself and committed to other people having their lives work for them. I was very fortunate to meet her in person recently and she changed the game for me. Thanks Marie for being the awesome, passionate, beautiful person you are! Follow on Twitter: @marieforleo
Here are some more people I would like to give a shout out to:
- Ann Smarty from MyBlogGuest.com; Follow on Twitter: @myblogguest
- Hesham Zebida from FamousBloggers.net; Follow on Twitter: @FamousBloggers
- Gail Gardner from GrowMap.com; Follow on Twitter: @GrowMap
- Brittani Gonzalez from BrittaniPhotography.com; Follow on Twitter: @brittaniabigail
- Rhinda Piche from WiseCoffee.ca; Follow on Twitter: @WiseCoffee
- Justin Germino from DragonBlogger.com; Follow on Twitter: @dragonblogger
- Thu Nguyen from Bloggingfor.info; Follow on Twitter: @thublogger
- Kim Castleberry at Just-Ask-Kim.com; Follow on Twitter: @AskKim
- Sourav from TechnBlogging.com; Follow on Twitter: @titan7585
- Ingrid Abboud from NittyGriddy.com; Follow on Twitter: @nittyGriddyBlog
- Daniel Snyder from InfoCarnivore.com; Follow on Twitter: @danielsnyder1
- John Paul from JohnPaulAguiar.com; Follow on Twitter: @JohnAguiar
- Peter J from IdeasBubble.com; Follow on Twitter: @ideasbubble
- Daniel Sharkov from Reviewz’n'Tips.com; Follow on Twitter: @DanielSharkov
- Dan Lew from DanLew.com; Follow on Twitter: @danlew
- Bertram Heath Sr from VideoMarketingForNewbies.com
- Melinda from SimpleHomeOrganization.com; Follow on Twitter: @SimpleHomeOrg
- Dev from Blokube.com and TechnShare.com; Follow on Twitter: @tnsblog
- Tristan Higbee from BloggingBookshelf.com; Follow on Twitter: @TristanHigbee
- Sushant Risodkar from SmartBloggerz.com; Follow on Twitter: @smartbloggerz
- Kunal from TechHogger.com; Follow on Twitter: @techhogger
- Joseph from VertStudios.com
- Peter Garety from Blogging Mechanics
- Mike Nguyen from EBlogCamp.com; Follow on Twitter: @eblogcamp
- Barbara Ling from BarbaraLing.com; Follow on Twitter: @barbaraling
Special Thanks: To my clients, Donna McGovern, Isha O’Grady, Mike Kroboth, Shawn Rohde, David Curtis, Elizabeth Natal & Olga Tipple; without you I wouldn’t have a business. 
Thanks for the continued support and your dedication and commitment to having a truly successful business!
If I left you out, I truly apologize! Feel free to give yourself a shout out in the comment area. Would love to hear from you!
Have a Happy & Healthy Holiday everyone!
Wow Michelle, and thankyou!
I have not been on the blog hopping trial for a while now, and today I decided to get back out there, so you are one of the first I visited of course.
Found this post and thought (this is honestly what I thought) “hmmm, I would love to be included in this list, but I think since I have not connected with Michele in so long I have been superseeded” but NO!
I would have accepted that, I mean there are SOOO many bloggers out there coming and going and helpping out along the way, so for me to make the list still only shows the connection we have is genuine!
Now I need to get out there and share some love back I think – starting HERE
This is a fantastic post, well written, and must have taken you AGES.
Respect
Even if you do only have one L
BTW: You’re not so bad yourself love
Hey Alex,
Us Michele’s with one L have to do what we have to do (said in an accent
). How can I NOT include you? You’ve been so awesome. You know Alex, ever have those people that come in and out of your life but you always seem to pick up where you left off like you spoke yesterday. Well… there you have it!
Great hearing from you as always! All the best!
P.S. It did take me a LONG time to write and mind you I was going to write a blurb about everyone. Three+ hours later decided I just didn’t have the energy.
PS: Check out the stumble review
Gail is so awesome!
Michele , this is a big success after only 8 month of blogging! It also seems that you have create a great relationships with bloggers in our community.
Many thanks for the shout out, and my wishes for more success!
Thanks so much Hesham… I truly appreciate you taking the time out to stop in and comment. It’s people like you who make all the difference!
Great hearing from you!
Thanks for including me in the list Michele – and best of luck with your online domination too
LOL…touche! Always a pleasure to hear from you.
Hi Michele
Thu tweeted this so had to come see what she was going on about
She & Alex made a list I did too. Great list there and I’m glad to say know many of them myself.
I did a similar post saying thanks to all those who have been there with and for me since I started seriously blogging a few months ago. Amazing how popular that post has become! We all like to be appreciated and it’s great to see you giving shout out to so many wonderful people.
Patricia Perth Australia
Hi Patricia,
It really makes you realize how fortunate you are when you are surrounded by awesome, supportive people. It only feels right to acknowledge that.
Thanks for stopping in… hope to see you again soon.
Thanks so much Michele for the shout out! I also will be reaching my 8th month not too long.
However, in the short time, you have done lots. I’m just starting my mailing list and here you are already ahead of the game.
Am a subscriber and also a big fan! Keep up the great work. You inspire lots so keep ‘em coming.
Cheers!
Thu
Thanks so much Thu! You are quite a powerhouse and I’ve become a huge fan of yours. Keep up the good work yourself!
Hey Michele, thanks for the shout! Really appreciate it, and connecting with you as well.
Any time Daniel! Your blog transformation has been quite something by the way. Keep up the great work and keep your eye on the prize!
Hi Michele,
Thanks for putting me up there. It is a great honor for me to be in that list, rubbing shoulders with all the great bloggers you have met.
Though our connection is not too long away but the awesome support that i have been getting from you is tremendous. You are one of the nicest gals around and meeting you is just going to enhance my blogging journey.
Have a wonderful holiday and best wishes to you on your blogging success.
Lye
Reading your words is like music to my ears.
Thanks for the wonderful words Lye.
All the best!
P.S. You’ve enhanced my journey too!
I am touched and kinda lit up with this incredible initiative. What can I say but thank you too for being there for me, and you know what I am talking about. You should know that all these great people have something in common, and I think I can speak for everyone, we all appreciate and “love” you Michele for who you are and for what you have been for us. Life is a learning curve and you have been very valuable vy offering your experience and thoughts for the community. You rock and I thank you for being part of this.
That was soooo awesome DiTesco. Hearing stuff like that just gets me more pumped up… you don’t know.
Stay amazing as always! 
Hey Michele,
I am truly honored to know you and I look forward to our continued friendship!
Thank you!
Me too Keith! Let’s blow this joint! LOL
Hey Michele,
Awesome !! Great success with in 8 months. Awesome work michele.
Thanks for including me. Much Appreciated.
Keep Rocking.
My pleasure Dev! Thanks for reaching out … I’m a better blogger for it.
Wow talk about making connections and appreciating them. Awesome way to thank your connections!
Thank you so much for the kind words and even including me in this list I appreciate it.
My pleasure John! It is always great to hear from you. BTW, you always have the best headlines!!
Michele, thank you so much for your kind words! They really made my Thanksgiving morning.
I’ve really enjoyed our interactions, and I truly appreciate you.
Keep being your beautiful self and doing your thing!
Some of the fellow bloggers I network with on a daily or weekly basis and others I have not had the pleasure to work or partner with yet. I will have to make a point to connect with some people on your list.
You definitely should Justin. They are all fantastic people! Thanks for stopping in.
Michele, what an awesome post and I’m so honored to be listed alongside these great bloggers. I know most of these guys and I totally agree with your picks. Thanks, you made my day!
My pleasure Ileane and thank you! Stay awesome girlfriend!
Well done Mitchel ! 8 months is not really long time for blogging but you really was having the good and big community’s blogger. Hope now i can be one of your group friend blogger as well. Keep it up ! Good luck to you.
Hi Ryan,
You can never have too many friends.
Very nice to meet you. Thanks for stopping by and saying hi. 
Helluva list, must have taken serious time. Ill need to sift to find some nuggets myself.
Hi Dennis,
Yup, took a LOT of time.
But worth it. Had to give props to a lot of people.
Great to hear from you!
I am honored to be included in this list of entrepreneurs.
While most people would be taking a break for Thanksgiving, here you are Michele working hard and helping build others.
I said it before and I will say it again, you are an inspiration to me. Keep it up !!
Hi John,
Should of seen me, typing with one hand, and prepping food and drinking wine with the other…lol.
Thanks for the lovely words John. It’s always an absolute pleasure to hear from you!
@Michele, The pleasure is all mine Michele.
Food for thought:
Consider writing a blog post about getting your picture/gravatar on this comment systems. I’ve tried to fix it, but yet my beautiful smile is not coming up. I wonder if it’s a chrome issue or something else?
Any suggestions?
Hi John,
Well I don’t think it’s a Chrome issue as I don’t see your gravatar in any browser. Have you confirmed that the email address you are using to comment is linked to a profile image in Gravatar? If that doesn’t solve the issue, let me know and I will look more into it.
Thanks so much for the kind mention Michelle!
I appreciate your positive energy and super marketing insight. It is no coincidence that my home based opportunity began to grow when I subscribed to your blog.
Have a powerful day!
Ryan
Wow Ryan! What an amazing thing to say!! Seriously, you are a ray of light that continues to grow brighter every day.
As always, love hearing from you… thanks for the beautiful comment.
Thanks!
You’re welcome Brittani! Thanks for stopping in.
Hey Michele,
Thanks for mentioning me.
You always bring a smile to my face whenever I come to your blog or you come to mine. You are among few blogger who has developed beautiful relation with other blogger and your readers. I appreciate your hard work and amazing writing skill ( as I said you already I’m now fan of your writing)
My pleasure Kunal. Keep up the great work… I expect great things from you.
Hope I stands to everyone’s expectation, yours too
Hi Michelle,
I know it would be a lot of work, but if you had Twitter usernames linked from this list it would make a great #followfriday Tweet.
That’s an awesome idea Gail! I will add them for this Fridays FF’s.
Thanks for the suggestion!
@Michele,
That is great. I’ll go ahead and schedule this post for a #followfriday Tweet tomorrow.