A goodbye post.

[S-B]

After 3 years, I think it might finally be time to take a step back from the domain industry. I will be liquidating most of my portfolio in the coming weeks. I would be willing to make myself available for some individual consultations but I will largely be focusing on other projects.

There are 2 things that I think are worth emphasizing before I go:

1. This industry needs to change. There are too many leaches. Everyone is trying to sell something that you don't need. Realize that free isn't free and most paid products are not needed. Some tools are worth the subscription fee but most domainer to domainer services and products are crap.
2. There are too many domain "gods." Sure, they have made some money but look deep enough and you'll quickly learn that most know only a little more than you. They are just good at gift wrapping crap. Stop following and start leading.

So if you want a free piece of advice or would like to know about my hopes, dreams, and aspirations... post below. I'm an open book.

Otherwise, it's been fun.

 

[Dnbolt]

Just closed it down. Refunding those who were currently subscribed. Try to close out as quickly as possible, which also means selling off a bunch of names.

Is it a Bachelors in Business related field that you would be completing this year?

 

[S-B]

Sad to know you are saying goodbye to domain business. Was it the recent slump in domain market that made you to take the decision to quit?. I wish you all the best in your future endeavors.

Thanks. I've been in a slump but it has more to do with losing my passion. You have to love what you do!

 

[S-B]

Is it a Bachelors in Business related field that you would be completing this year?

Bachelor's in communication and starting a master's in organizational communication.

 

[Atta]

Stop following and start leading.

This is what I believe. All the best for your future

 

[Dnbolt]

Bachelor's in communication and starting a master's in organizational communication.

Nice, one of the essentials

 

[S-B]

This is what I believe. All the best for your future

Thanks, pal.

 

[Rick Ace]

This industry needs to change. There are too many leaches. Everyone is trying to sell something that you don't need. Realize that free isn't free and most paid products are not needed. Some tools are worth the subscription fee but most domainer to domainer services and products are crap.

This is a problem with every investment-based industry. It's not just limited to domaining. I don't think that should be anyone's sole reason for leaving, but I understand you have several reasons.

Your presence will certainly be missed on this forum.

 

[S-B]

This is a problem with every investment-based industry. It's not just limited to domaining. I don't think that should be anyone's sole reason for leaving, but I understand you have several reasons.

Your presence will certainly be missed on this forum.

It's definitely not my only reason but I'm more interested in finding a life-long path. Otherwise, I feel like I'm wasting my time.

 

[Rick Ace]

Well, I'm glad to hear that you're taking the time out to finding something you enjoy. That's not easy after having gained so much in domaining. But do come back and keep us updated on things. :D

 

[S-B]

Well, I'm glad to hear that you're taking the time out to finding something you enjoy. That's not easy after having gained so much in domaining. But do come back and keep us updated on things. :D

Definitely! I will do my best to help people in my free time. Have to pay it forward.

 

[GoKaizen]

Understand completely Shane.

Appreciate everything you've shared specifically the Adam Dicker scandal. That is something everyone should be aware of.

Will the branding business include you helping companies acquire premium domains?

 

[S-B]

Understand completely Shane.

Appreciate everything you've shared specifically the Adam Dicker scandal. That is something everyone should be aware of.

Will the branding business include you helping companies acquire premium domains?

Much appreciated. I will offer acquisition services but it will be a value-added proposition. Plus, it gives me good reason to stick around here a bit.

 

[equity78]

Best of luck to you Shane, domaining will probably pull you back in again.

 

[GoKaizen]

Much appreciated. I will offer acquisition services but it will be a value-added proposition. Plus, it gives me good reason to stick around here a bit.

So you won't charge for brokering? You realize 90% of it is explaining why a client isn't offering enough money for a domain name? And explaining Escrow.

 

[S-B]

Best of luck to you Shane, domaining will probably pull you back in again.

Thanks

Truthfully, it might. At the very least I will get a nice vacation.

So you won't charge for brokering? You realize 90% of it is explaining why a client isn't offering enough money for a domain name? And explaining Escrow.

Nope. I can't charge the seller if I'm representing the buyer. Plus I'll be working on other parts of their business, which ultimately evens it all out.

 

[NameAgency]

Sad news. Best of luck.
Hope to read you again soon.

 

[GoKaizen]

Thanks

Truthfully, it might. At the very least I will get a nice vacation.



Nope. I can't charge the seller if I'm representing the buyer. Plus I'll be working on other parts of their business, which ultimately evens it all out.

Unsure what you will charge for branding and naming services. Had same mentality but brokering is too time consuming to offer free.

My advice is to charge a small fee. Buyer, your client, pays commission.

 

[DaveX]

Domaining is like a favorite tee shirt. You might fold it up and put it away for a while. Who knows how long. But you will see it and remember, you will smile, you will think about putting it back on, and just might. Then one day, you'll either throw it away for good or put it back on.

Either way, you'll never forget it! Good Luck.

 

[S-B]

Sad news. Best of luck.
Hope to read you again soon.

Thanks!

Unsure what you will charge for branding and naming services. Had same mentality but brokering is too time consuming to offer free.

My advice is to charge a small fee. Buyer, your client, pays commission.

Maybe. I would be a buyer's broker though. It's much easier.

 

[S-B]

Domaining is like a favorite tee shirt. You might fold it up and put it away for a while. Who knows how long. But you will see it and remember, you will smile, you will think about putting it back on, and just might. Then one day, you'll either throw it away for good or put it back on.

Either way, you'll never forget it! Good Luck.

Thanks. You're definitely right. It's become a part of me.