Teaching young people to sell is a priceless gift.
Listen to your fear but don't obey it.
The secret of leadership is simple: Do what you believe in. Paint a picture of the future. Go there. People will follow.
Once you free yourself from the need for perfect acceptance, it's a lot easier to launch work that matters.
You don't launch a popular blog, you build one.
Writing a book is a tremendous experience. It pays off intellectually. It clarifies your thinking. It builds credibility. It is a living engine of marketing and idea spreading, working every day to deliver your message with authority. You should write one.