Being a Google Local Guide 🌟 My 10 Awesome Takeaways

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Being a Google Local Guide: My 10 Awesome Takeaways :glowing_star:

People thought I was crazy for working with Google for free, but I knew the benefits went beyond any monetary benefits or rewards. As a proud Google Local Guide, I’ve discovered:

:one: New Hobby Alert! :camera_with_flash: I’m making the most of my phone time, exploring and capturing the world around me.

:two: Improved Writing Skills :memo: Contributing to Google Maps has helped me refine my writing and communication skills.

:three: Presence Of Mind :folded_hands: As a Local Guide, I’m more mindful and present in the moment, observing details that others might miss.

:four: Giving Back :rainbow: I’m passionate about highlighting accessibility features :wheelchair_symbol:, making the world a more inclusive place.

:five: Photography and Videography Skills :video_camera: Capturing high-quality photos and videos has become a fun and creative outlet.

:six: Cultural Immersion :globe_showing_europe_africa: I’m learning about new cultures, festivals, and traditions, broadening my perspective and understanding.

:seven: Community Connections :handshake: I’ve built meaningful friendships with fellow Local Guides through meetups and online activities.

:eight: Travel Etiquette :world_map: I’ve refined my travel skills, learning how to respectfully navigate new places and interact with locals.

:nine: Boosted Energy Levels :high_voltage: The points, perks, challenges, and contests keep me motivated and engaged.

:one::zero: Educating and earning respect :books: I’m helping businesses understand the importance of accurate mapping and Google Business profiles, earning respect and recognition from the community.

Now it’s your turn! :thinking: Share your takeaways as an active Google Local Guide! :speech_balloon:

#GoogleLocalGuide #LocalGuideLife #CommunityFirst #TravelWithPurpose #GoogleMaps #AccessibilityMatters #CulturalImmersion #TravelEtiquette #SupportSmallBusiness

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My biggest takeaway is adding the friends like you, @MathanVibranarayan . God bless you!!

Cheers!

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Couldn’t agree more, dear @MathanVibranarayan :+1:
All points are spot on :bullseye:

And I’d like to add that besides the virtual interactions, the meetups are the best way to cultivate and enjoy these benefits of being a local guide :handshake:

For me, being a local guide has broadened my horizons. For example, previously, I was loosely aware of accessibility and my knowledge was confined to a wheelchair.
After getting involved in the LG program, I came across more related stuff about accessibility.

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Very interesting Sharing @MathanVibranarayan.
I am found of knowing new culture, tradition, festival, history and places.
:sparkles::dizzy:

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Well said @MathanVibranarayan. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. You have beautifully mentioned about what we receive here. If you see my photo album which I have given the link in my 100th post, one can understand what it means.

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I’m so much impressed with your well explained the benefits a local guide receives. @MathanVibranarayan

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Wow that’s an amazing. A beautiful journey. Thanks for sharing :clap:@MathanVibranarayan :confetti_ball:

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Pegman A Prestigious Gift/Reward dear @MathanVibranarayan congrets :handshake:

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You hit the nail on the head (this expression always makes me laugh :grinning_face_with_smiling_eyes:) dear @MathanVibranarayan , I totally identify with what you reported in your post. If I really have to add another point, it is that my way of presenting myself when I go on a trips has also changed: before I “expected” only pleasant things from my trip, everything had to be perfect and up to my expectations. Now instead I don’t have “this rush and demands” and the fact of immersing myself more like a common local and not like an avid tourist makes me see a very different and much more satisfying reality in the places I visit.

Thanks fot this post and have a great day,
David

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Another master stroke from you dear @MathanVibranarayan. Your writing style shows that you are a pure soul and possess the attitude of gratitude. Please keep this maintained. My best wishes with you always.

And, yes, let me also admit that I too got connected with like minded people like you by virtue of being a Local Guide. Thank you for your companionship. God bless!

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Ich kann dem nur zustimmen :+1: in allen Punkten beschrieben @MathanVibranarayan
Für mich sind es besonders die vielen unterschiedlichen Kulturen und Menschen :two_hearts:

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Well said sir. It’s also impact in professional work or life. @MathanVibranarayan

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Hi @MathanVibranarayan
Ingaging Post

My biggest takeaway is " Photography and Videography Skills and Meeting New People’s/Friends

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I completely agree @MathanVibranarayan There are so many takeaways from being an Active member of this platform. Thank you for sharing, points are well described.

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Great list there @MathanVibranarayan !! Completely agree with them all and like others have mentioned too, the great friendships that we create on Connect and through the Local Guides program is just amazing!!

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Dear @MathanVibranarayan
The Local Guides program would feel more rewarding if Google offered exclusive features or perks, rather than solely emphasizing its voluntary nature. It can sometimes feel like our contributions aren’t adequately recognized. @Infinity @Kumaarsantosh

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Dear @Aslamcop,

I respect your feelings about contributions to Google Maps should be more rewarding in terms of Google offering exclusive features or perks, rather than solely a voluntary contributions.

Nobody wants to waste their time and/or skills just like that. There should be some Tangible or Intangible benefits. I completely concur with your feelings.

However, we contribute the high-quality contents to Google Maps with the objective of helping the community. Also, we take pride sharing our experience here so that others can be benefitted.

Some of us including myself is very passionate about these contributions which make others life easier. This gives us the internal satisfaction, a feel of contentment and great happiness.

I consider these as intangible benefits which drive us to contribute. Badges, Perks, Rewards are the by-product of the whole process and those are not the driving factors.

Having said that, I would suggest you to go through the post Why be a Local Guide? for better clarification.

Keep building a well-informed community stronger :flexed_biceps: together.

JAI HO!!!

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@Kumaarsantosh I second you sir :+1:

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