Readers and Commenters Rule

As part of my effort to put the focus where it belongs, on my readers, audience, clients and customers who visit here often, this is the first in a series of posts dedicated to recognizing those readers who contribute most to the conversation.

The following readers often comment and encourage discussion here by participating as commenters. Because blogs exist to share and to converse, commenters are a vital source and resource for furthering the mission. Although nothing is more important than you readers, commenters take blogging to the next level and deserve special recognition.

In recognition of their contributions, I honor and encourage you to visit the following readers and their blogs or web sites. I also offer this space to them anytime they want to post here. Thank you for furthering and adding to the conversation.

• Roger von Oech, Creative Think
• Mario Vellandi, Melodies in Marketing
• Jim Rudnick, KKT Interactive
• Roger Anderson, Modern Magellans
• Cam Beck, ChaosScenario
• Karen Hegmann, Narrative Assets
• Geoff Livingston, The Buzz Bin
• Becky Carroll, Customers Rock
• Camusjoy Bai, a loyal reader from China