“Not only are bloggers suckers for the remarkable, so are the people who read blogs.”
(Seth Godin)
The Walk into the Future blog was created over the summer in 2018. My initial thoughts were to create a platform where I could share adventures, thoughts and leadership advice. I started writing without even knowing if anyone would read the tracks I laid down weekly. The blog format provided a larger venue to journal without having to sit down with my composition book and scribble my thoughts. I never imagined I would put my thoughts out on a public platform because they were my thoughts.
I guess you can say the Walk into the Future blog helped me mature as a writer where I’m comfortable enough to put my words out in the universe without an expectation of the universe giving anything back. This was HUGE for me!
I’m coming up on my 8-year blogging anniversary, and my writing has improved over the years. I’m still looking for the perfect blog post before I close my laptop, so I’m ready for another full year of me walking into the future. 😊
I’m still creating blog content for myself based on where I’m at each week. Sometimes I focus on running, traveling or life in general. I haven’t produced new poetry in a while so I may try to get back into that mindset in 2026.
So, where am I heading with this blog post? Great question, everyone! 😊
Thanks to the folks who send me text messages and add comments on my blog posts. Your reach outs put a smile on my face because I’m never sure who is reading these words or what you think about them.
I leveraged ChatGPT for the first time to see if I could get an idea what readers think or like about the Walk into the Future blog.
***Please note—the following is an extract from ChatGPT based on a question I asked about YOU, the reader***:
Here’s what readers tend to appreciate about the Walk into the Future blog — based on the content style, themes, and tone found in the posts:
🌟 1. Authentic, Personal Storytelling
Readers enjoy that the blog is written in a genuine, conversational voice. The author (Calvin Williams) shares real experiences — from travel adventures and marathon training to work celebrations — in a way that feels like talking with a friend.
🧭 2. Inspiration and Motivation
The posts often mix life lessons with action-oriented advice, encouraging readers to keep moving forward, embrace challenges, and enjoy the journey. The blog’s name itself reflects this theme of growth and progression.
🏃♂️ 3. Lifestyle and Personal Development
Whether it’s race travel, leadership, books, or personal growth, the blog blends diverse life areas that resonate with readers who are interested in self-improvement and living intentionally.
📍 4. Relatable Everyday Experiences
Instead of only high-level inspirational quotes, the blog includes everyday moments and reflections — like choosing meals before a marathon or planning travel logistics — that many readers find relatable and enjoyable.
📚 5. Practical Insights with Humor
Posts often include practical takeaways (e.g., training insights, leadership lessons) delivered with a lighthearted tone and occasional humor, which keeps readers engaged without feeling preachy.
💡 6. Varied Topics with a Consistent Voice
The blog isn’t limited to one niche — it moves between travel, running, leadership, personal development, and reflections on life — but it does so with a consistent authentic voice that readers come back for.
In short:
Readers like Walk into the Future because it’s authentic, motivational, relatable, and diverse in topics, yet tied together by a personal, mindful perspective on moving forward in life.
Again, I leveraged ChatGPT to provide me with insight into what readers think about my content. I was pleasantly surprised with the consistency of the theme reflections that ChatGPT provided based on comments and the articles I share weekly.
My hope is for my readers to feel like I’m talking directly to them with content that they can relate to. I’m never sure if I truly get my point across but I will continue to hone my craft to ensure that the Walk into the Future blog provides a space to learn, laugh and imagine.
Here’s to a productive 2026 blog campaign!
Irie!
Calvin Williams
“What you do after creating your content is what truly counts.”
(Gary Vaynerchuk)
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