Yakezie.com - Topic: Should I remove the Yakezie badge?

Kevin McKee on Should I remove the Yakezie badge?

Sat, 09 Apr 2011 07:35:10 +0000

Let me throw a different perspective in here.

I can't imagine Sam wanting you to remove the badge (especially with all the support you are getting from the community), but who am I to speak for our fearless leader.

I think you should probably ask him directly.

youngandthrifty on Should I remove the Yakezie badge?

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 21:10:41 +0000

Sorry I'm late on commenting :( Yeah, I would say not to remove the badge and take it easy. I used to post 3 posts a week and found myself getting really burnt out. Then I cut it back to two posts and one round up post, which I find a bit more manageable.

It's better that you're cutting down than leaving completely, I get so sad when some great PF blogger friends leave without a real goodbye or not keeping in touch. I'm glad that you're here to stay, and if there's anything I can do to guarantee you stick around let me know :)

SavingMentor on Should I remove the Yakezie badge?

Sat, 02 Apr 2011 20:10:05 +0000

I'm really not planning on going anywhere as I love having the site. I just wish I could give it the time it deserves.

Oh well, having a happy less stressed life is definitely worth the much slower growth I'm bound to realize by cutting back.

Thanks for all the advice guys. For some reason I like to do most of the contribution to the site myself, probably because I'm anal, but I might consider staff writers in the future.

As a last resort, I would consider selling it at a later date as opposed to just letting it die. I would definitely contact Crystal first if that were to come about :)

I'll keep the badge unless Sam tells me to remove it or if I think that there is no possible way for me to complete the challenge in the future.

Invest It Wisely on Should I remove the Yakezie badge?

Sat, 02 Apr 2011 09:47:46 +0000

In my view the badge is about the "spirit" of being part of the Yakezie challenge. I would leave the badge up so long as you want to be a part of it even if you need to scale things back somewhat.

Money Reasons on Should I remove the Yakezie badge?

Sat, 02 Apr 2011 09:08:33 +0000

I would keep your badge, you time tightness might be tempory (we all get overwhelmed even now and then).

I really would consider using Crystal's services, or having more guest writers, or bring in a partner if it's a long term thing.

That said, if it's only going to be a month to 2 of less posts, I would ride it out.

Either way, good luck!

My Personal Finance Journey on Should I remove the Yakezie badge?

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 20:09:20 +0000

I definitely would not remove the badge. I'm sorry to hear about getting burnt out on the blog. For me, it's important to step back and take a look at priorities...Write down your goals for blogging and decide where efforts should be split.

For me personally, contributing to Yakezie definitely takes away from my posting schedule. But, I don't let that bother me at all, as being active in the blogging community carries significant currency "weight" in my mind.

Sunil from The Extra Money Blog on Should I remove the Yakezie badge?

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 16:15:31 +0000

respectable decision and one that many make. the beauty of it is that you can come back anytime! all the best to you and i hope you find this move rewarding

Budgeting in the Fun Stuff on Should I remove the Yakezie badge?

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 15:39:55 +0000

The Single Saver said:

Good point, Sustainable PF. I know Crystal is looking to add to her blog empire by managing blogs for people.

Sustainable PF said:

SavingMentor said:

I hope this step back will allow me to refocus my efforts and still continue going forward and that this isn't the beginning of the end of HowToSaveMoney.ca.

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Don't let this happen without contacting people here first. Someone may be able to take over - your site is easily one of my favourites and I point people to it all the time.

Yep, willing and able! Webmaster Crystal at anybody's service! :-)

The Single Saver on Should I remove the Yakezie badge?

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 11:15:44 +0000

Good point, Sustainable PF. I know Crystal is looking to add to her blog empire by managing blogs for people.

Sustainable PF said:

SavingMentor said:

I hope this step back will allow me to refocus my efforts and still continue going forward and that this isn't the beginning of the end of HowToSaveMoney.ca.

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Don't let this happen without contacting people here first. Someone may be able to take over - your site is easily one of my favourites and I point people to it all the time.

Sustainable PF on Should I remove the Yakezie badge?

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 11:06:49 +0000

SavingMentor said:

I hope this step back will allow me to refocus my efforts and still continue going forward and that this isn't the beginning of the end of HowToSaveMoney.ca.

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Don't let this happen without contacting people here first. Someone may be able to take over - your site is easily one of my favourites and I point people to it all the time.

SavingMentor on Should I remove the Yakezie badge?

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 10:54:26 +0000

Thanks for all the support guys. I'll leave the badge up and hopefully get back to completing the challenge sooner or later!

I hope this step back will allow me to refocus my efforts and still continue going forward and that this isn't the beginning of the end of HowToSaveMoney.ca.

I just want it to be fun and to have enough extra time on my hands to still enjoy life and family instead of constantly working myself into the ground. That's no way to live!

retireby40 on Should I remove the Yakezie badge?

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 10:49:05 +0000

Keep the badge! :)

It has been really crazy with us too with a new baby, but I'm taking some time off work so that should really help.

Cutting back is perfectly OK. Hopefully, you'll come back stronger than ever after a bit of rest. Everyone needs some R&R.

Derek@LifeAndMyFinances on Should I remove the Yakezie badge?

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 09:11:26 +0000

I'm with everyone else on this one. Keep the badge, and pursue the challenge when you are able. Sorry to hear that you are cutting back. Completing the challenge really is rewarding, both personally, and monetarily! Keep up with us in the forums though! :)

Khaleef @ KNS Financial on Should I remove the Yakezie badge?

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 08:37:11 +0000

I agree with Crystal. I think it's great that you are still going to try and support others - that's the whole point of this group! I know what you mean about life - I think I'm in the same position as you.

Let us know if we can do anything to help out.

Glen Craig on Should I remove the Yakezie badge?

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 04:53:35 +0000

I can't tell you how many times I've had to cut back because life demanded it. It happens. Do what you need to to take care of you family and work. Your site will be there waiting.

I'd say keep the badge so people know if they visit. Like Crystal said above, it just might take a little longer.