Thanksgiving week is a perfect time for a launch!
So today is the overdue but official launch of the Keith Burtis Consulting website. I am really, really proud of the site. After having been blogging for years I thought it was time to create a business specific presence! So I am not going to bore you with all of the details and sell you on all of the really awesome services I provide because it is not my style. Instead I am going to share with you how grateful I am to have a chance to be here and some of the people that were instrumental in supporting me.
Family
My Wife – My wife is by far my strongest and most valuable friend. In a world of often uncertain times she has put up with my shenanigans for years and I love her for that!
My Mother and Father – For without them I would not be here. My parents always taught me values and to treat others as I would want to be treated. I carry that over into all of my personal and business relationships. Mom and Dad, I love you and you are a source of inspiration and motivation to be the best I can.
My Daughter – I was only 18 years old and in high school when Sara was blessed upon me. She has been the apple of my eye ever since and a massive source of inspiration.
My Family – Heck, what do you have without family? My brothers and sisters have always tried to keep me in check on some of my hair-brained ideas, and I love them for that Of course I rarely listened but we all work in our own way.
Business & Social Media
Mitch Cantor – Wow. What can I say about Mitch? He is a kick butt web developer who has literally reached down into the hole I was in and pulled me out! If you ever need a very reliable and professional contact Mitch!
Sue Murphy – Sue, you have been a beacon. We have shared information, tips and tears together. Sue is a partner at Jester Creative. Her team is one of the best on the web! I am very grateful to call Sue a close friend, mentor and colleague.
Ryan Knapp – Ryan has been an invaluable friend and colleague for the past few months. He has unselfishly offered to help in growing Keith Burtis Consulting and I am grateful for that! Ryan is now my General manager Feel free to contact him with any problems Hhaahhahahah Love ya buddy.
CC Chapman – CC has been a mentor of mine for years now and I could never thank him enough for helping me get the ball rolling and being a constant source of information and inspiration.
John Meadows John Piercy and Steve Saylor – Just flat out three of the best friends a guy could have!
Chris Brogan – I met Chris a few years back and he too has inspired and supported me any time I needed help! His blog, newsletter and friendship have educated me through the years.
Lynn + Jill at Blumenfeld + Fleming – These great gals have been a pain in my backside and a huge blessing all at the same time. They know I say that lovingly. Lynn loves to correct my grammar and it has only made me better. Thank you both for all you have done. Lynn and Jill have a great little boutique agency in Montauk NY. I can’t wait to visit and take a walk on the pristine beaches there.
Olivier Blanchard – This guy has done more for my brain expansion than any other person. Olivier is the consummate professional and friend. We are both busy and don’t get to talk enough but we plan to fight it out for the crown in the very near future. 
Go fry your brain at Olivier’s blog.
My trusted network – I find myself getting very emotional as I write this post! It would be nearly impossible to thank everyone and share with you all of the people I am grateful for. If you are reading this I have no doubt that you deserve to be on the list. You know who you are and as I glance at my twitter stream I see many of you right there in front of me. Thank you for making me a better person and more valuable professional.
What are you most grateful for? Please share in the comments! If you are here because you are a colleague or friend then welcome. If you are here for more information about what we do at Keith Burtis Consulting please feel free to email or call!
Keith Burtis
keith (at) keithburtis (dot) com
716.464.8938
November 24th, 2009 at 4:12 pm
You rock, man. Thank you for having included me in this post. I am flattered beyond words.
Have a fantastic Thanksgiving, brother.
November 24th, 2009 at 4:47 pm
November 24th, 2009 at 4:46 pm
Congratulations on your launch, Keith. Guess we were in the ‘beta’ zone because you’re already hired! . We are also grateful to your parents, because you’re right, they did teach you to treat people beautifully. They say leadership is humility with resolve or focus – and you’ve got it! Happy Thanksgiving, Keith – both Jill and I are grateful to you!
November 24th, 2009 at 4:53 pm
Olivier, Jill and Lynn, it takes great people to keep the word spinning on the correct axis. You all keep it true and on course.
November 24th, 2009 at 5:10 pm
Nicely done, Keith. Congratulations on the site launch. I think your timing is great and I love the thankful theme of this message.
November 24th, 2009 at 5:53 pm
Way to go Keith! Thanks for the mention, and may this site help drive a lot of success your way!
November 24th, 2009 at 5:57 pm
Oh great, make me weep in the middle of my class! It’s okay my students are used to seeing me cry – LOL.
Keith, you’ve been an inspiration to me over the past year or so that I’ve known you. You are one of the few people who are out there actually DOING social media (instead of just talking about it), and you are excelling at helping others to be successful.
I wish you only the best as you take on the world, my friend. I’m honoured to know you.
Hugs!
Suze
November 24th, 2009 at 6:09 pm
Congrats on the new site, Keith. Looks great! Keep truckin’!
@arikhanson
November 24th, 2009 at 6:12 pm
Big congrats to you, Keith! Really great to see your consulting site up and running. We’ll have to catch up again via Skype once time permits, but you know I admire your hard work and what you do in this space. Cheers
November 24th, 2009 at 6:33 pm
John, Sue, Arik, Sonny
Thank you all so much for ge great response! I am grateful.
November 24th, 2009 at 7:00 pm
Keith,
You’ve been a big inspiration and help to me – and it thrills me beyond belief that you are striking out on your own (officially).
You’re just the kind of man that starts out with a thank you – and that speaks loudly to who you are.
Thank you!
@debworks
November 24th, 2009 at 7:09 pm
Keith,
I am so thrilled for you I can barely stand it. So much to be excited about and grateful for!
Cannot wait to see what 2010 holds for you!
Jen
November 24th, 2009 at 7:11 pm
Congratulations, Keith, awesome move. I wish you all the best.
November 24th, 2009 at 7:45 pm
Deb, Jen, Joel. Again, thank you so much for the constant support. It’s truly amazing how we all rally to support each other!
November 24th, 2009 at 8:05 pm
Keith – great to see the new launch and how great you’re doing – congrats!
Brian
November 24th, 2009 at 8:18 pm
Hey Keith , Congrats on a very successful year
Getting married , getting out to all the important Web Conferences
Starting a new Consulting Site ,,
It’s great that you recognize all the people that have supported you in your endeavors
Happy Thanksgiving Keith and Michelle
Best Wishes
John Piercy
November 24th, 2009 at 8:42 pm
Great big congrats to you Keith! I’ve benefited greatly from talking with you about social media, community and the world of brands and business. Many thanks to you for that and the best of luck in this new adventure!
Sukhjit
November 25th, 2009 at 1:09 pm
Congratulations Keith on your new business. It’s amazing how 140 characters can inspire others. Remember – those who risk, win!
November 25th, 2009 at 1:17 pm
Hey Keith,
Great list of people there. I am thankful for a few of them as well and will be sure to check out the ones I don’t know.
You are definitely one person that I’m very grateful for. You’ve been a great friend and mentor since the first time I met you online. So glad we finally got to meet and hang out this year. Thank you for all you have done and as I commented on your blog, I know you’ll do great things with your consultancy.
Best of luck.
David
Community Manager, Scribnia.com
@DavidSpinks
PS Site looks great!
November 25th, 2009 at 1:53 pm
Wow! You are all amazing. Thanks so much for all of the comments. I am very grateful!
November 25th, 2009 at 1:54 pm
I’m very happy for you! I am fan.
December 4th, 2009 at 5:50 pm
Fantastic news Keith. Congratulations and … not sure any of us were really all that surprised. It’s in your DNA!
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