I don’t know what it is, but there have been a ton of things in my life over the last several weeks that have begun to change my perspectives and refine my focus. Everything from fatherhood, to my Christian walk, to my presence in new media. There have been realizations of things that I had failed to notice in the past, advice, validations of years of effort, and unexpected encouragements. In all of the new and unexpected slaps to the face, I’ve been renewed and my purpose has been refined.

With all of us, there are various times when these perspectives change. Once in a while, it’s something small: A word from a friend, a truth spoken to you, or another person’s perspective about something you are involved in. More often than not it’s those times of struggle that clears away the other junk in our lives so we can clearly see direction. I can point to specific times in my life where times of struggle has pointed to new perspectives and direction.

No matter what the circumstance is that brings you new perspective YOU have the opportunity to make a change. You can use these new realizations and truths and run with them, or maintain your status quo. Hindsight is 20/20, and so often we realize we have lost opportunities to grow if we choose not to act. The next time you are faced with a new perspective, does this new knowledge prompt you to action?
In the coming weeks, there are two huge events in Podcasting and New Media: The Podcast and New Media Expo, and Podcamp Boston 2. Each event will likely draw close to if not more than 1000 people. I have the incredible fortune of being able to attend both events. I know many of you that read this blog will be attending one or both of these events as well. It will be a time of learning, networking, and perspective changing. When the knowledge transfer, face-to-face networking, and good times are over, what will YOU do?