Parting Is Such Sweet Sorrow – Saying GoodBye to The KnowMoreMedia Network
July 28, 2008 by Bridget Wright
Filed under Business
Recently, some peers of mine and I learned that another blog network that I (we)write for, Know More Media, will be ceasing operations effective August 1, 2008. While I can’t say that I am too terribly surprised at the turn of events, I am saddened by it as I have made blogging friends at that network, I have enjoyed writing on the topic that I had and the editorial team there was/is super professional, top-notch people! I realize that in business these things happen, but these realities just don’t make it easier when it happens.
A few other blogger friends of mine and I blogged there (Susan, Laura, Suzanne and Yvonne) who also blog here for b5media, so I still get to “see” them at work everyday and interact with them. Although I am glad I’ll get to see my blog buddies, the KnowMoreMedia network will be sorely missed in the blogosphere.
The editorial team there gave us a very detailed and professional explanation on why this business decision was being made. While it was not agreeable to most all of the bloggers, overall it was totally understood why this decision was made and we were even offered alternative options of continuing to do business with our sites. To each his (or her) own since only each blogger knows what they feel comfortable doing. But this turn of events started me wondering about the stability in doing business of any kind, be it virtual or brick-and-mortar. As women in business, do you have systems in place to guard against your business suffering setbacks, economic downturns or just falling prey to “life” in general? In other words, if something happened to you today, what would happen to your business or to your position in your company?
As a freelancer, I have no other business recourse in the unlikely event of something happening to me or a family emergency. I am a sole worker, no staff, no tech department, nothing. Some days that’s great, but in times like these unexpected changes, it gives pause to make you wonder what your next step should be. All we can do is plan as best we can and hope for a positive outcome. Is that enough?
I’d be interested to hear what your plan of action would be if something happened to your business today. How would you survive? What would you do differently? What can you do now to avoid potential problems from closing your doors? How would you handle business adversities?
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Copyright 2008 – Bridget Wright
Bridget, I’m glad we got to interact at Know More Media. I’m sad KMM is shutting its virtual doors and I hope we can remain friends and stay in touch. And of course I wish you every success going forward!
Great questions. Everyone ought to have at least a Plan B. Plans C through Z are also great to have. I am losing my full-time job on Friday, so these questions really hit home. Thank heavens I started several months ago to create my own business.
I remember standing on a street corner with a co-worker years ago. An appointment had failed us. We had not planned well for an alternative. We stood there. I still recall that sickening feeling in my gut. “Ugh … what now?” How much better it felt afterwards, when we resolved that we would ALWAYS have a backup plan. In the moment of crisis, if you have a predetermined way to respond, life becomes so much simpler and smoother and easier.
Easton, you bet we will remain friends AND keep in touch. I just sent you a glowing recommendation on LinkedIn. You deserve it!
If you ever need me, you can find me here at Biz Chicks Rule or one of my other blogs. I’m certain we’ll be seeing you around the blogosphere. Take care!
(blushing) Thanks Bridget! I’ve returned the favor. :)
I, for one, will certainly miss the network. I liked their interesting, all news, approach to blogging.
Like you, I’m glad that saying good-bye to the network doesn’t mean saying good-bye to the great folks that I met when I blogged there.