I've very much enjoyed engaging with my LinkedIn network over the past few weeks. Words of wisdom, support and encouragement seem to permeate most of my interactions. And I am grateful for each and every one of those connections.
Normally I would have expected my enthusiasm for these re-connections to wane over time. This has certainly been my unwitting M.O. on many occasions - spurred into action by an initial shot of social adrenaline, only for it to eventually wear off and, with it, many of my online conversations. However this time it's been different. I continue to be compelled to connect, to seek out many of my friends and colleagues with whom I shared at least some of my life during working hours. And of course, as is my want, I can't help but ask myself, what's the difference? What is it about the current situation that energises me to reach out?
there are two basic drivers
Having reflected on my own interactions I believe there are two basic drivers compelling me to continue my engagement with this supportive network. And wading through many LinkedIn posts and comments, I wonder if it's the same for some of you: Utility and Relevance.
However you might define these terms, I'd like to think my connecting with you is both useful and relevant. I don't want it to be just a transaction. In fact, there's little that unsettles me more than thinking the way I have chosen to practice my skills and expertise, as I shape a career, is either useless or irrelevant. That possibility strikes at the very heart of some very deep existential fears of mine.
There has never been a better time than now to interrogate my intentions and shape my connections. And it is critical for me that each conversation I have on this platform, and beyond, is both useful and relevant. That's what keeps me connected.
And thank you all for that connection.
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