Well, my journey with Steemit starts with, Ops! I have lost my password. Yeah right, you got to be kidding me. No, I’m not!
A while back, I created a Steemit account while browsing the internet searching for anything “crypto”.
Maybe I could blame it on my ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) or even the “bunny”, but frankly, I did not READ THE RULES!.
Fortunately for me, I discovered that I used Safari browser on my MacBook Pro and it was clever enough to remember it, voila! I had access to my account again.
Hard lesson to learn when starting off on a new platform like Steemit. While search round to find a “hack” to recover my account, I found some interesting video’s on YouTube, one, in particular, was a 28-day boot camp for Steemit. If I had only see theses video before forgetting my password it would have saved some blood, sweat & tears.
Enterprising
I have been working in the ICT industry for the last 36 years, from Telecom technician to Mobility Device Management Consultant in a large multi-national consulting company up until 2016.
Suddenly the carpet was ripped out under my feet & I find myself balancing on a dreadful word: RETRENCHMENT!
Two years down the road still, no signs of finding employment, with our savings reaching zero and uncertainty on our lips, my wife and I decided to relocation to another town, closer to the family. That in itself was a rough road to walk.
During this hardship, we joined a local church and re-committed our lives to God and renewed our faith after relocating.
Fortunately, in the second month after moving home, I managed to get some contract work for four months, then once again unemployed.
Four months later, in early 2018, I got a call from Personel Company, who said that the company that gave me the four-month contract would like to offer me a permanent position. This offer entailed working night shift doing remote computer, systems and desktop support.
Forward-Thinking
After having a four-month contract and they back in the position of employment I started an entrepreneurial venture to manage and maintain WordPress websites.
I had been doing WordPress websites for three years prior and have gained invaluable experience. I named the venture DeltaSyntax (changing the code). Changing the code of my journey to make a path forward and provide an income for my wife & I.
Recently I start dabbling in IoT, tinkering with Raspberry Pi and accessories.
Creative
I have had a strong passion for Photography from an early age, doing black & white 35mm film in our school's darkroom.
This passion exploded into me doing a diploma in Photography & now focusing on stock images, wildlife, nature, landscape and LIGHTNING.
Storm chasing the South African version is not as hectic as those hurricane Harry’s, but nevertheless still nail-biting and extremely rewarding to capture that perfect image.
Me, myself & I
With me being a classic example of an introvert, spreading my wings into the world of blogging and social platforms like Steemit is both challenging and exciting for myself.
I thank you for your time in reading this introduction and trust that any new content published will interest many.
I would like to give a big thumbs up to the creators of the video I have used to start this journey; @jerrybanfiled & @joeparys
welcome to steem it and have fun!
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@steemsociety thanks for the tips, great to be part of this new venture. Appreciate the advice!
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@cris02 thanks for the advice, will check it out!
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@reseller thanks for your vote, will check the video as suggested.
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Welcome Marc
to the great community of Steemit
You are a new Steemian now! Even When introvert!
I saw your #introduceyourself and its nice to meet you. You Will do fine,photography is a big tag here
Blogging, building and uplifting eachother is what this platform is all about and what its all about on this blockchain. The best part is that you could earn money too.💴💸💰
I never blogged before I just write.
But be carefull with all your passwords, Never give those up !!
For safety tips visit https://steemit.com/steem/@verhp11/safety-first-first-aid-kit-for-steemians-who-are-just-beginning-this-great-journey from Our fellow steemy @verhp11.
The Steemify App I use is great, it is available in the Appstore and free, go cheque it out. I wish you good luck with steeming and I Will See you around🍀
Your value and input is appreciated!
Good luck with your journey and may you find what you are looking for.
Just remember that all good things come in good time and never giving up is they key to big succes on Steemit.
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Greetings from Brittandjosie from the Netherlands
Hi @brittandjose thanks for your reply to my intro. I have taken the necessary precautions for my passwords and love the tip about Steemify and the encouragement too! Stay well!
Ok great Lets keep in touch
Hi, Welcome to Steemit!!!
@anaviteko thanks nice to meet you!
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@joeyarnoldvn thanks for the info, I have subsequently deleted the password for safari and put it in safe keeping.
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@postpromoter @reseller thanks a lot for the upvote. Will check out the information you provided.
Welcome to Steemit! Hope we can learn from each other!
@forinnov nice to meet you, learning can be fun!
Hello and welcome to Steemit! :)
If you are also into cryptocurrencies then you are more than welcome to visit my channel, as I have made the commitment to share everything with others.
Let me know if need any help.
Best of luck to you!
@heigovannik thanks for your comment and information on crypto, I'll vist your channel soon!
Welcome here, Marc!!! Steemit is really a cozy community full of interesting people to know ^_^
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@partiko thanks for your comment, I have download and installed the app! Looks great!
Welcome! I wish you good luck!
@kurtringimages Awesome, thanks a lot!
@jerrybanfield my humble apologies, I commented & thanked you for your video's for the Steemit Boot Camp and have realised I made a type with your username. Sorry! Jerry!