Without question, the relationships I have forged in my life are one of my strongest assets. I’m going to reengage with each of them, personally.
Today, I have:
1,393 Contacts in my phone
1,046 Facebook Friends
96 Twitter Followers
326 Linkedin Connections
Granted, I may not have personally met with each of them. Some of those contacts are friends of friends or leads that never resulted in a larger relationship, but I believe I’ll be able to connect on some level with every one.
I am not sure how many I can do a day or how long it will take, but I suppose we’ll see. I am also unclear on how best to manage my connecting with folks. Perhaps a note in their file within gmail contacts, but I’m not completely sure. More on that as I move forward.
I am curious as to how I might be able to serve, create, and discuss with each of them. What will come of it? What opportunity is poised to be set free? What if I am reminded I never returned the salad bowl and have to ante up?
I’m excited!
The format will be simple:
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Hey {first name}! Remember that time {unique, personal thought or life intersection}?? I hope all is well :)
AD
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The connection might be longer, but not shorter.
Stay close.
This is an inspiring idea, Aaron. Are you mostly an extrovert or an introvert? Extroverts get their energy from being around people. Introverts get their energy from being alone. Extroverts tend to prefer many light relationships. Introverts tend to enjoy just a few very deep ones. Takes both kinds to have a complete world. Which one are you, do you think?
(Like many people, I’m both — with a bit of an emphasis on introvert.0
~Dane
Thanks for the nod, Dane! I really appreciate it!
I am an extrovert all the way, however I working very much on making my existing relationships more healthy and and robust. More than anything, I am just trying to listen more to people…what they are saying and what they aren’t :)
It was good to see you the other day. Hope to cross paths again soon.
I’m an extrovert in an introvert body. I can extend my hand to almost anyone with a big smile and engage and yet, in social situations, far more content to stand off to the side and watch the show.
Ha! That’s a great mix, in my book :)