About Me

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I guess this is the section where I’m supposed to talk about myself. So here it goes…

Allow me to introduce myself. I’m Steve Scott and this is my site. Hence the name “Steve Scott Site.”

Clever, right?

Future Lifestyle Designer with Older Brother and Cousin

In this little corner of the Internet I’m going to focus on three major areas:

#1 – Lifestyle Design

Lifestyle design will be the primary focus of this site. Yes, it is possible to make your own hours and work from any spot in the world.

A lot of people think they need a 9 to 5 job. With this site, I’m going to show how it’s possible to never work for a company again. Here you’ll discover a lot of information about how to break away from the corporate environment and live your life on your terms.

And to give you a kick in the ass, I’m going to chronicle my adventures as I travel the world. (This will also give me that extra push to actually do stuff instead of just talking about it.)

#2 – Internet Marketing

How do I pay for my dream lifestyle?

Enjoying a Costa Rica Sunset

This is the first question people have when they hear about lifestyle design. Hopefully this site will provide a few answers to that question.

The truth is you can make money from home off the Internet. I’m living proof that it’s possible. Now I’m not going to blow smoke up your ass…It does require effort. That means I won’t be talking about B.S. “get rich quick” scams.

In Front of Volcan Arenal in Costa Rica

Instead I’m going to reveal everything I know about Internet Marketing. I won’t claim to be an expert in this area. But I figure if I can support my dumb ass then I must know something.

#3 – Personal Growth

My friends ridicule me because I always have my nose in a book. Most of the time it’s on a topic about “success” or personal development. I can’t help it. I love reading about this stuff.

So…the third and final focus of this site will be on personal growth. I’m going to dedicate a lot of time to discussing the stuff that’s helped me in life. Little lessons I’ve learned from the million mistakes I’ve made.

Plus I’ll also cover different habits and personal growth techniques that I’m currently exploring.

A New Friend I Made in Cozumel Mexico

Specifically I’ll be spending a lot of time on what I call the 30 Day Success Habit Series. Here you’ll get a first person perspective on what it’s like to develop different habits. Maybe you’ll get a laugh or two as I fumble through these attempts at self-improvement.

Who is Steve?

Now that you know a little bit about this site, let me give you a little background on me:

First off I have to confess something… Steve Scott isn’t my real name.

A year ago I decided to remove my identity from the Internet.

It’s a long story…The short version is I decided to go with a pen name after I had a crazy person show up on my doorstep.

Whitewater Rafting with Friends

After gently persuading him to go away, I made a decision that day. I decided to take my home address off the Internet and go with a pseudonym. I’m sure you would do the same thing.

Anywho, moving on…

I currently live on the Jersey Shore. Believe me, it’s nothing like what they portray on that awful MTV show. It’s actually full of really cool people who don’t use tons of hair gel and steroids. I’m proud of where I live and shudder to think that the rest of the world thinks we’re anything like those morons.

Running in the New York City Marathon, November 2009

I’m really into doing physical challenging hobbies. I’ve completed seven marathons. Plus I enjoy a number of outdoor activities including hiking, kayaking, whitewater rafting, surfing, camping, and biking. This winter I’m going to try skiing. (It’s not going to be pretty)

As you can see from the pictures on this page, I like to travel. One of the greatest things about having an online business is I can see the world and generate an income at the same time. In 2010, I plan on spending the majority of my time traveling. So you’re going to see a lot of pictures and videos from my adventures.

Finally, like most people I enjoy spending a lot of time with the people who really matter to me. I have great parents, a wonderful family, and close-knit group of friends.

Spending Time with Friends in Hoboken NJ

One of the points I try to emphasize about lifestyle design is you don’t have to travel the world to find fulfillment. Sometimes the greatest moments are spent with the people closest to you.

Anyway enough with the sentimental crap…

Am I a Guru?

I’m a little nervous about starting a website about lifestyle design and personal growth.

I worry that people might actually listen to me.

I’m definitely not a guru on these subjects. In fact, I would consider myself to be an anti-guru. This isn’t going to be one of those slick, over-hyped sites which make you feel bad about your life. You won’t see me in a three-piece suit telling you what to do.

The one thing you’re going to get is honesty. Like you, I’m an average person who wants something more out of life. This site is simply my podium to discuss the things I love talking about. Maybe you’ll get something out of it as well.

Well, that’s about it. Thank you for stopping by…Don’t be a stranger.

By Steve Scott February 4, 2010

19 Comments to “About Me”

By Jazz Salinger, February 28, 2010 @ 2:02 am

Hi Steve,

This is my first visit here and I just wanted to say I really liked learning a little about you. It was a great post to read first up.

I’m looking forward to seeing how you go developing some new habits. I might even join you.

Have a great day,
Jazz

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By Steve Scott, March 2, 2010 @ 11:44 am

Thanks Jazz! Hope you found this section useful for getting to know what this site’s about. Feel free to poke around and take a look at other stuff you might find interesting…

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By Craig James, March 14, 2010 @ 11:30 am

Go for it! We’re starting to go down a very similar path. Thanks fir the Twitter follow. Looking forwad to staying in touch.

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By Craig James, March 14, 2010 @ 11:32 am

Pardon the type-o’s. I’ll blame my thumbs..

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By Steve Scott, March 15, 2010 @ 8:35 am

Thanks Craig! After I finished responding to some of these comments, I’ll pop over and check out your site

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By David Black, March 30, 2010 @ 7:52 pm

Read some of your articles, and love em so far. Looking forward to reading more.

BTW dude, FYI the pic of you running is 8.8Mb!! That’s huge and is probably killing your bandwidth. Resize and reap the benefits

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By Darva Cheyne, April 8, 2010 @ 11:43 am

Hey Steve..thanks for the follow. Came to check out your site and really liked what I saw and read. I too am into lifestyle and self help..seems a life long journey of mine. I know I have the answers within, just need a little assistance now and then to find it. I enjoyed The Secret, just no all the hype around it. I don’t have a blog yet..guess that will be next. I am just begining and already the ride has been great! I love the outdoors and especially sunsets..so thanks for sharing

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- By Steve Scott, April 9, 2010 @ 8:24 am
  
  Thanks for the comment and for stopping by Darva! Sounds like we do have many of the same interests.
  
  Anyway, give me a shout if you need help with anything.
  
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By Brandon Connell, May 26, 2010 @ 10:49 am

Nice concept and I plan on stickin around for awhile.

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- By Steve Scott, May 26, 2010 @ 2:42 pm
  
  Thanks Brandon! Hope you find my posts to be useful to what’s going on in your life.
  
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By Don Ketterhagen, June 8, 2010 @ 8:22 am

Really enjoy reading you posts and have been intrigued with how the thousands of people on twitter are making any money referring themselves round and round selling the same training systems or similar systems.
Have been successful in network marketing with the largest company still in business, but can’t stand their comp plan. Keep writing and sharing. Have fun in Italy.

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- By Steve Scott, June 8, 2010 @ 4:19 pm
  
  Thanks Don! Glad you found my posts to be useful. Feel free to stop on by anytime.
  
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By Kathy, June 17, 2010 @ 5:22 am

Hey, “Steve” – Be still my heart! I grew up on the Jersey shore – from Cape May up to Ocean Grove and loved every minute of it.

You can NEVER take the shore out of the girl … or guy.

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- By Steve Scott, June 17, 2010 @ 9:18 am
  
  Awesome! OG is right down the road from me…actually I do a lot my runs through that town. As I’m traveling around right now, I definitely miss the summertime there.
  
  Definitely agree you can’t take the JS part away from a person
  
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By Olympe, June 19, 2010 @ 10:21 am

Hey Steve..thanks for the follow. Came to check out your site and really liked what I saw and read. I too am into lifestyle and self help..seems a life long journey of mine. I know I have the answers within, just need a little assistance now and then to find it. I enjoyed The Secret, just no all the hype around it. I don’t have a blog yet..guess that will be next. I am just begining and already the ride has been great! I love the outdoors and especially sunsets..so thanks for sharing
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- By Steve Scott, June 25, 2010 @ 5:07 am
  
  My pleasure Olympe! Glad to see you stopping by… I did read that book, and I’m still trying to figure out how I feel about it. Some of the concepts are interesting, but I feel some people get lazy waiting around for “the universe” to provide stuff.
  
  Anyway, let me know if you need help getting your blog started. (I’m actually currently writing a series of posts to help people with this)
  
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By Chase, August 13, 2010 @ 9:06 pm

Steve,

Great posts

I have only fairly recently started following what you write but I really enjoy your writing and the crystal clear clarity you present in your writings. I have not yet started my own blog but I will soon. Thanks for all the great info.

Chase

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