Introducing Diggy & the 1000 reader challenge!

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Today marks the day of my very first video post!

I’ve been planning on creating some really cool videos when I go to Amsterdam with Glen, and decided I need to start playing around with videos and editing and getting some practice,so I took the oppertunity to make an official introduction of myself so you can get an idea of who I am.

I have also been challenged. Yes, challenged to a duel.

The challenger is Bud from Aboundlessworld.com, a similar blog to UpgradeReality, about self improvement and inspiration. Aboundlessworld had almost exactly the same amount of subscribers as UpgradeReality, and Bud is a really cool guy, so I accepted the challenge of reaching 1000 subscribed readers by 31 Dec 09.

I can see another blog post in this, something along the lines of ‘Get someone who is on the same level as you and challenge them to a hard but reachable goal’. It is very true that this makes you push harder. Instead of kicking back and wasting time, you are aware of the challenge and you go that extra mile to make extra good content, or interesting posts, or rent that space suit with a banner saying ‘Read my Blog’ and walk around a shopping mall.I think it’s beneficial to everyone, the two challengers who help each other grow AND the readers, who get that extra quality added.

I’ve hardly blogged about blogging, or about stats, or readers, and that is not my main intention. I want to keep writing the same for 10 000 people as I would for 10 people. However, what I do want, is that if my posts and content are genuinely good and inspirational, that I can get it out to as many people as possible. One of my goals is to make UpgradeReality a wildly popular self improvement blog, with a happy and active community of readers who help each other reach their dreams.

Here you go:



Thanks for the support everyone!
You’re all awesome!

I hope in the not too distant future to be able to show you some really cool, high quality videos, I’m going to be playing around a lot with video editing software over the next few months!

Have a Rockin’ day
Diggy





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  • http://www.healthmoneysuccess.com Vincent

    Hey Diggy,

    Good luck with your challenge and I am really interested to see how things turn out.

    Cheers,
    Vincent
    .-= Vincent´s last blog ..Download Your Free Copy Of Unleash Your Maximum Potential Now =-.

    • Diggy – UpgradeReality.com

      Heya Vincent!

      Thanks bro, I will keep the readers updated how I am making progress, and If I succeed in reaching the goal by the deadline, I will share exactly what I did and what methods I used to achieve it :)

      Cheers!

  • http://www.pluginid.com Glen Allsopp

    Good luck biatch, and props on the vid! Most people are too scared to show themselves online.
    .-= Glen Allsopp´s last blog ..Breaking Free: Challenge Update #1 =-.

    • Diggy – UpgradeReality.com

      Hehe :) Thanks man.

      First video, totally unedited, and it took me like 20 attempts to get it to a point where I found it acceptable.

      Curious to see the response :)
      Cheers bud!

    • http://www.freestylemind.com/ Oscar – freestyle mind

      I’m one of those! I’ve tried but my english was too scary :D . I hope to fix that soon.

      Diggy, congratulations for your challenge!
      .-= Oscar – freestyle mind´s last blog ..How to Find Motivation – A Simple Guide =-.

      • Diggy – UpgradeReality.com

        Thanks Oscar:)
        I appreciate the support and friendship :)

  • http://www.lifestyledesign4U.com Gordie Rogers

    What a bummer I can’t see the video. Was it on YouTube? YouTube is blocked in China. Any chance of putting future videos up on Viddler.com too in future so those of us in China can watch them? Cheers.
    .-= Gordie Rogers´s last blog ..Lifestyle Designers Should Set Financial Goals. =-.

    • Diggy – UpgradeReality.com

      Heya Gordie!

      That sucks, yes it is on youtube. Hmm, I’ll have a look and register with viddler and see if I can upload to them too :)

      Thanks for letting me know!

  • http://heroicnature.com/ Ron – Heroic Nature

    Good luck with the challenge Diggy. I feel you on the world travel thing, it’s one of my goals as well. “To travel, explore, read, and write extensively” as I put it.

    Wish you much success. Kick Ass!
    .-= Ron – Heroic Nature´s last blog ..Begin Living Vicariously Through Yourself =-.

    • Diggy – UpgradeReality.com

      Hey Ron!
      Thanks for stopping by man! Those are the goals :)

      Have an awesome weekend !

  • http://valeriemondesir.com Valerie M

    Ah, boys will be boys. Always got to be competing, eh? 10,000 subscribers… for you Diggy, will be a piece of cake. ;-) Guess how I know? Cause if you lose, you’ll have to answer to me! :-P LOL, I kid.

    I wish you the best of luck of course, let me know what I can do to help. I have a few ideas.

    By the way, I can’t watch the video at the moment, but I will be back to see it.
    .-= Valerie M´s last blog ..How to be more aware of omens and connect with your intuition =-.

    • Diggy – UpgradeReality.com

      Heya Valerie!
      Haha, yeah some friendly competition is never out of the question, it’s good!

      I have to answer to YOU???What does that include ? :)

      Thanks for stopping by!

      • http://valeriemondesir.com/ Valerie M

        Okay finally watched your video, wicked accent you got there. ;) Almost sounds Caribbean. (YouTube works just fine for me btw).

        Answering to me implies me daring you to something outrageous that I haven’t decided yet. Oh, and you buying me a virtual drink! LOL.
        .-= Valerie M´s last blog ..How to be more aware of omens and connect with your intuition =-.

  • Diggy – UpgradeReality.com

    Hm, it seems as if a few of you are having problems viewing the video. I never realized that Youtube gave so many problems.

    I will follow Glens suggestion and use Vimeo :)

  • http://www.thewaythatyouwander.com Nate

    It was cool to see the video! It adds a whole other aspect to your blog. Very cool. Good luck with the challenge, and I’ll do what I can to help you out.
    .-= Nate´s last blog ..Finally made the to-do list =-.

    • Diggy – UpgradeReality.com

      Heya Nate :)

      Yeah I kinda like the idea of including videos every now and then! Thanks for the support!

      Have an awesome day!

  • http://www.momsmaterial.com Cammie (MomsMaterial)

    Enjoyed the video, you definitely makes a connection with readers. First question, did you say you were almost 20!?! If so, you are an inspiration.

    I have been working on a presentation to educate parents on technology and keeping our kids safe online. One of the things I talk about is your online reputation. Your online reputation can have a positive or negative impact on your future. It can result in devastating consequences when inappropriate stuff is shared. But it can also have positive results and lead to great opportunities when you share useful and inspirational material. You are creating a positive reputation that is inspiring to others.

    I will do what I can to help you with your goal.

    And I am looking forward to you traveling and sharing your adventures since I have not traveled much.

    I just signed up for vimeo so I am glad to see it is recommended here. I would also recommend http://www.whrrl.com for sharing a photo storybook. It is easy and I have used it on my site. A great way to share pictures and add text. It is very easy.

    I am looking forward to seeing how your site evolves over the next year.

    • Diggy – UpgradeReality.com

      Cammie!

      No, almost 23 :) hehe, 20 would be nice, but I’ve passed those years!

      Thanks so much for the kind words and thanks for the site recs. Will check it out. I saw Glen has a video up on Vimeo, and it looks pretty cool.

      Have an awesome weekend Cammie!

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  • http://www.aboundlessworld.com Bud Hennekes

    Props man! I’ll have a video up of myself by the end of next week!

    I’m uber excited for this!

    Gordon: Where in China do you live? My family is Shanghai.. I know how you feel with regards to youtube being blocked ha!

    Diggy stop calling Glen Bud.. it gets me confused ;)
    .-= Bud Hennekes´s last blog ..It’s On: A Race To 1,000 Subscribers =-.

    • Diggy – UpgradeReality.com

      Heeeey Bud :)
      Haha, yeah I’ll have to be careful with calling my friend bud.

      Thanks for stopping by man and good luck with your blog and race to 1000!

      Cheers!

  • http://www.aboundlessworld.com Bud Hennekes

    @Valerie: No help for me? That hurts :(
    .-= Bud Hennekes´s last blog ..It’s On: A Race To 1,000 Subscribers =-.

    • http://valeriemondesir.com/ Valerie M

      LOL, you guys are dragging me down with you now! :-P You know what, in my eyes, let the man with the best content win. I already subscribe to both of your blogs, so.. we’ll see, eh?
      .-= Valerie M´s last blog ..How to be more aware of omens and connect with your intuition =-.

  • http://relativestrengthadvantage.com/ Yavor

    Haha! The South African accent is cool! Keep hustling man!

    • Diggy – UpgradeReality.com

      Hehe, sweet bro :)
      Peace!

  • http://findyourselflost.com Kristin

    Hey Diggy!

    Bummed I couldn’t see the video either, but I look forward to the next one on vimeo! Good luck with the challenge, I think you’re off to a terrific start!
    .-= Kristin´s last blog ..this post is a cop out =-.

    • Diggy – UpgradeReality.com

      Hey Kristin!

      Will def put the next one on vimeo so everyone can see! Thanks for the great support :)

      Have a wonderful weekend!

  • http://www.reachourdreams.com Jen

    My broadband is abit choppy but I could see most of it! All the best to you and Bud, two great blogs, I’ll pass the word on too. :-)

    • Diggy – UpgradeReality.com

      Heya Jen!

      Thanks for the support! Im sure you’ll reach your goal of 50 subscribers this month! I’ll send word out on twitter every now and then :)

      Cheers!

  • http://exilelifestyle.com Colin Wright

    Good stuff, Diggy! I love the idea of a friendly competition with a similar blogger…might have to find someone to do that with, myself.

    Great to finally see a video, too. It’s funny how we can get to know each others’ voices through our writings, but you never really know what the person looks and sounds like until you meet in real life or they post a video!

    Good luck in the duel!
    .-= Colin Wright´s last blog ..You’ll Never Be Philosophically Fulfilled (and That’s Okay) =-.

    • http://www.upgradereality.com Diggy – Upgradereality.com

      Hey Colin!

      Thanks man :) maybe you should do something similar with JD from WSR, I think you two are about on the same level, and it’ll keep you inspired to keep bringing out good content and keep working hard :)

      Have an awesome weekend!

  • http://www.aboundlessworld.com Bud Hennekes

    Colin Wright: Glad to hear you’re wanting to do something similar. Learning to leverage competitiveness is essential to success. :)
    .-= Bud Hennekes´s last blog ..It’s On: A Race To 1,000 Subscribers =-.

  • http://www.cheerupnation.com brian papa

    Diggy, I felt bad people couldn’t see your video, so I did a special screening at my house. It was 1,000 girls, and they LOVED it! :)

    Keep the videos coming. I know Bud, and he’s a good guy.

    p.s. You know Valerie answers to me, right? ;)
    .-= brian papa´s last blog ..PAPA reveals his Surprise Package =-.

    • http://www.upgradereality.com Diggy – Upgradereality.com

      Haha papa :) Glad you are helping me become famous!

      Thanks for being awesome!

      • http://www.unleashreality.com alex – unleash reality

        is that like… the REAL papa?!?!

        that mofo emailed me to say he’s delaying the workshop to december.

        prick.
        :)
        .-= alex – unleash reality´s last blog ..Dancing Stories and Real Life =-.

  • http://www.thelifething.com JONNY | thelifething.com

    Nice Vidoe Post. First take? or take 139?

    • http://www.upgradereality.com Diggy – Upgradereality.com

      Haha! Take 21 :)

  • Kristen

    I love the video! :) You’re one reader closer to your goal now ;) I agree with a previous comment, though, where she said it will be a piece of cake for you to accomplish!
    Peace and good vibes =)

    • Diggy – UpgradeReality.com

      Heya Kristen!

      Welcome to Upgradereality :)
      Thanks so much for the kind words and subscribing ! Hope you’ll enjoy my future posts!

      Cheers!

  • Tania

    Hi Diggy,

    You seem sincere, objective and a person with values. Even you wanna go far you apreciatte the simple beautiful things around you! I liked very much the video. And is reality, because it is my perception of reality. :)

    It would be intersting if you’ll talk about the difference between Amesterdam and South Africa. When do you go to the Netherlands?

    You’re making me share something about my life too. It’s nice!

    You have my friendship since now.

    Kiss
    Tania

    • Diggy – UpgradeReality.com

      Heya Tania!

      Welcome to Upgradereality! Super to have you here! :)

      I’m leaving beginning december, and am definitely planning on sharing what life in amsterdam is like. You’ve given me an idea to make a sort of documentary about south africa and cape town, but i know that will probably take months to complete :)

      Thanks for stopping by!
      Have an awesome day!

    • http://www.pluginid.com Glen Allsopp

      That was a beautiful comment Tania, it made me smile.

      Like this >> :D
      .-= Glen Allsopp´s last blog ..Breaking Free: Challenge Update #1 =-.

  • http://blogonlinebiz.com Jimi Jones

    Nice first vid, Diggy. Good luck to you and Bud in the race to 1K, there will be no loser as you both create a buzz for one another.
    .-= Jimi Jones´s last blog ..Using Gmail for Backups =-.

    • Diggy – UpgradeReality.com

      Jimi!

      Thanks for stopping by and welcome to UpgradeReality :)

      I totally agree, there is no winner or loser, it is just to bring out the best in each other and help each other push ourselves further than we normally would :)

  • http://www.dreaminthelife.com Karen

    Wow…. you really are South African! Congrats on your first video… I’ve seen a few of my blogging friends post their first videos recently, and I think it’s an awesome way for readers to really relate to you as a “real” person! I might just find the balls to post my own one of these days. :)

    Love the idea of the challenge… if I weren’t already sub’ed to you I would! :)
    Karen
    .-= Karen´s last blog ..How to Simplify Your Book Collection in 5 Easy Steps =-.

    • Diggy – UpgradeReality.com

      Karen!! :)

      Haha, well not totally, I prefer to stay Dutch but I have been influenced by living in South Africa all these years :)

      Thanks for watching the vid, hopefully the next ones are going to be a lot more exciting.

      Thanks for being you!
      Have a lovely day! :)

  • http://davewitwicki.com Dave Witwicki

    Hey Diggy,

    Great video! It’s amazing what a difference it makes seeing a person in “live action”. It drives home the point that there’s a real person behind the words. I look forward to more videos!
    .-= Dave Witwicki´s last blog ..Take a Timeout and Reset your Growth =-.

    • Diggy – UpgradeReality.com

      Hiya Dave!!

      Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed it. i was honestly a bit nervous putting the video up, but I got a lot of friendly and supportive responses so I am definitely looking forward to making the next ones :)

  • http://theprincedom.wordpress.com bretthimself

    Diggy,

    Loved the video – you seem like a pretty affable guy. And you’re South African too! Awesome. Count me in as one of those 1,000 subscribers.

    Brett
    .-= bretthimself´s last blog ..The Love of Life =-.

    • Diggy – UpgradeReality.com

      Heya Brett!
      Welcome to Upgradereality!

      Thanks so much, really appreciate the kind words and that you subscribed! Feel free to holla at me anytime :)

      Cheers!

  • http://www.thrillingheroics.com Cody McKibben

    Wow holy crap Diggy, you got a lot of comments on here! Just wanted to say, great first video man, and best of luck on your 1000 readers challenge before December.
    .-= Cody McKibben´s last blog ..My Secret Recipe for 100% Guaranteed Happiness =-.

    • Diggy – UpgradeReality.com

      Heya Cody!

      Yeah man, I’m totally surprised at the amount of people leaving comments lately, really awesome and I appreciate every one of them :)

      Thanks for stopping by!
      Have an awesome week Sir!

  • http://ivancampuzano.com Ivan

    Nice post Diggy, nice seeing you in video…Bud is also my friend :) so I wish both you guys the best of luck…you can add one more subscriber to your count…don’t worry Bud I am subscribed to your blog as well :) …cheers….
    .-= Ivan´s last blog ..How To Deal With Being Lost In Translation =-.

    • Diggy – UpgradeReality.com

      Heya Ivan!

      Thanks for stopping by and subscribing:)
      Will do my best to come up with awesome posts!

      Have a great day! :)

  • Sunil

    Hi,

    Nice to see your first online video. Really like it.

    I am 23 myself, and just quit my day job to follow my dreams and travel around the world.

    Good luck

    Have a nice day

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