The “Job” of a Lifetime!
It isn’t often in life that we are presented with an opportunity to do something and not only get paid for it, but also be able to get incredible satisfaction and more fulfillment than we ever thought possible. I was fortunate enough to have been given this opportunity just recently.
A few days ago I received an invitation to connect with a woman named Sylvia Ramsey on Linkedin who indicated that we worked together at The American Bladder Cancer Society. Now, I know that my memory is not as good as it used to be but I knew I would remember if I had worked there and I didn’t 
The email right below that one was the explanation. (I really shouldn’t read my emails from the top down anymore LOL). Sylvia wrote a book called “Traveling a Rocky Road with Love, Faith and Guts” (to be published in the very near future) and was looking for someone to create the video trailer for it. Aha, so now it made sense. I reached out to her and she hired me. This is rather interesting in that my Linkedin profile does not indicate that I actually do create videos for inspiration and other more personal messaging. Instead it focuses on business videos, however, that did not stop Sylvia from contacting me. We both find this interesting and she said she really doesn’t know why but she felt compelled to reach out to me.
Lesson number one here is use Linkedin. It is a great professional resource/networking site!
I was able to get a sneak preview of her book and read it in total amazement of how a woman, having gone through tragedy and hardship one after the other, over and over again, could not only be as uplifting and positive as she is, but also has dedicated her life to helping others with bladder cancer. I have met a woman who has truly inspired me and feel honored to have been able to create her book video trailer.
AND, she liked the video so much, she will be sharing my services with her HUGE network of authors who have already talked about needing a video book trailer. How’s that for Karma?
Hi there, I have a similar story to this. I was contacted by someone out of nowhere and he asked me if I was bilingual. I have now been hired by him to do the editing and proofreading of one of his children books. Forget about the monetary side, I am quite happy to be part of a project which will actually bring a smile to a child. Keep up the good work.
Hi Gerard, Isn’t it a rewarding experience when we can do something to help others? It sort of makes up for – at least in my situation – things in my life that are VERY close to me that I can’t do a darn thing about or help no matter how hard I try! Bringing a smile to a child’s face is priceless! Thanks for sharing your story and stopping by my blog.
I should read this book soon. Do you have any idea about the selling price? Thanks for the book review. Nice one!
-Roella
Hi Roella, I am going to assume the book price is along the same lines as her other books which you can see here: http://www.amazon.com/Sylvia-L.-Ramsey/e/B002BMJ5NI/ref=ntt_athr_dp_pel_pop_1/182-9459381-4486360
I guess this is really valuable book. I might check it out, thanks for the link Julie.
I love to spent my free reading different kind of books. And i will definitely read this book. Thanks for the review and for the link you have shared with us. Keep up the good work Julie.
What a wonderful story and email video Julie! Love it.
Video is becoming increasingly important for instance when it comes to newspapers. With videos they can increase their online revenues. Had a look at the options, using the NYT as an example and thought of you as I was doing the research.
Hi Catarina. Thanks so much. I am honored to have been able to create that video for Sylvia – she is an amazing woman! I will check out your post. Newspapers have to find other ways to generate revenue as their offline subscriptions have gone way down – video is a great way, as you say, to increase their revenue online!
Inspiring video and I like reading on it..Thank you for sharing this to us..I know this kind of book is valuable..
Hello! I lover the title of this book. I’ll bet this is one of the best book that I should read. In life we really need Love, the faith in God, and the Guts which can help us face the challenges along the way.
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Great story, Julie! as you describe in your post, just do the right thing and you will be rewarded
I love to spent my time reading these kind of inspiring books. I enjoy reading!
That’s a wonderful review of the book. I would love to read this book real soon.
Thanks.
-Robbie
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Great sharing of book..I should buy this book..Sounds good to read I love reading novel books..Keep on sharing..
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Hi Julie…I am really thankful to read and know about this post…Thanks a lot!
Love what you have done here Julie! What a win win!
Appreciate that you used the word “karma” as a great reminder that the nobility that we put in to anything does come back to us. Sometimes it takes a while, but it does come back!
Thanks Keyuri. I love it too
Do you happen to know anyone with position and power and the ear of the public? That is who we are trying to reach! This is a rewarding (and frustrating when there is no response) experience!
Great job Julie! I hope you can continue to inspire a lot of people..
I’m looking forwards to have these kind of book, Such inspiring ones. Thanks for the lovable blog.
Hi Julie…I hope you can continue to post more of this…Thanks a lot!
Hello Julie…I want to get a copy of this book…Thanks a lot for this idea…
This one seems to be a really nice read! I think I’m going to purchase the book as soon as possible! Thanks for the idea, I had been searching for my next read since I ended my last book, when I came to your blog:)
Love to have this book. Continue to inspire other people Julie, thanks for the review.
This is a fantastic story Julie… I agree linkedin is a great place to stay connected with professional and business colleagues. I just got a copy of the book from Amazon and will start to read it soon…
This books is really awesome and I want to have a copy of this…
I’m so excited to read this kind… I know that it’s really valuable..
Reading is my passion, and collection is my glory… This kind of lovely creation must define my self, looking forward to have it all….
thanks for sharing its a great story which u have posted and its a great book i like it..! and i hope that will post more.
Julie – really awesome story and video! thanks for the share
I really think I should be reading this book, I would like to thank you for the review though.
I guess its time I should try out this book… getting some good vibes from it….
I have been trying to get some good news and fortunately i cam across this…. I am not sure whether I should try this out or not….. Please suggest…
this is inspirational, and I take it as my wake up call to get to work on LinkedIn. I am just nervous because I heard their network got hacked into last week