To Connect.
To connect, interface, interact, socialize, be in contact, identify with. What do all these terms really mean in todays world of digital products? I realize that this subject is not new, but the start of this year has got me pondering the question. One of my “new years resolutions” for this year is to build some solid relationships with people in the design community, and not relationships based on a follow, or becoming a fan. Something much more concrete, and real.
I have started the year off with looking through my Linkedin contacts. I soon realized that my poor excuse for a contact list was void of individuals that I actually would like to be included. So, I made a promise to myself. That I would create more meaningful, and solid relationships with people in my industry (Advertising and Design). Let me set something straight. Linkedin isn’t the end all by any means, but it definitely helps to connect you with people in ways that other sites/services simply cannot.
Being connected with people is a great thing, and not for the sake of getting ahead in life, but to genuinely enjoy others as individuals. To be inspired by the ability, and special skills someone may obtain.
I have a few people in mind, that I would love to meet (in real life) someday. Ben Malbon (@malbonnington), Darrell Whitelaw (@darrellwhitelaw), Paul Schlacter (@paulschlacter), Aubrey Johnson (@aubreyjohnson), Seth Weisfeld (@seth_weisfeld), and David Pache (@helveticbrands) to name a few ;)
I am making it a goal to try to at least meet 1 of these people this year. We will see how everything unfolds, but that is the goal for now.
Charles
