Digital Relationship Context

http://streamsofhope.blogspot.com/ Bryna

Nate! Firstly, I’m so excited to be included in your clique (or community as you might also call it). It’s awesome that we’ve been able to learn from each other in this forum, because it’s true: without twitter, we never would’ve met. You genuinely add value to my online/work life. I’ve always enjoyed your blog, so it’s cool to be featured in it

It’s so interesting that you should touch on this subject, because it seems to be a theme this week in the SM world. I know Danny Brown and Chris Brogan both blogged about community. But I think your definition of DRC might be the most succinct.

I also read a fantastic post by @ScottMcKain yesterday in which he describes a similar feeling of cennectedness with all the “Friends he has yet to meet.” (See his blog post at http://www.mckainviewpoint.com.) As I commented on his blog, it’s hard to explain to those who don’t have the SM presence, that you can form real relationships with people in these platforms.

But I agree with you. Despite the fact we haven’t met, we’ve formed a real community/clique/inner circle. I think it’s amazing that these technologies have been such a unifying force. I can’t wait to get to know you better, and to continue to develop these relationships with others.

P.S. When we do meet in real life (and like you said, we will) we’re going for a run! Lol.

http://streamsofhope.blogspot.com Bryna

Nate! Firstly, I’m so excited to be included in your clique (or community as you might also call it). It’s awesome that we’ve been able to learn from each other in this forum, because it’s true: without twitter, we never would’ve met. You genuinely add value to my online/work life. I’ve always enjoyed your blog, so it’s cool to be featured in it

It’s so interesting that you should touch on this subject, because it seems to be a theme this week in the SM world. I know Danny Brown and Chris Brogan both blogged about community. But I think your definition of DRC might be the most succinct.

I also read a fantastic post by @ScottMcKain yesterday in which he describes a similar feeling of cennectedness with all the “Friends he has yet to meet.” (See his blog post at http://www.mckainviewpoint.com.) As I commented on his blog, it’s hard to explain to those who don’t have the SM presence, that you can form real relationships with people in these platforms.

But I agree with you. Despite the fact we haven’t met, we’ve formed a real community/clique/inner circle. I think it’s amazing that these technologies have been such a unifying force. I can’t wait to get to know you better, and to continue to develop these relationships with others.

P.S. When we do meet in real life (and like you said, we will) we’re going for a run! Lol.

http://beingcheryl.com/ Cheryl

Love this post, Nate. Social media is certainly game changing for the way we form relationships.

http://beingcheryl.com Cheryl

Love this post, Nate. Social media is certainly game changing for the way we form relationships.

Dan Harris

I am experiencing the same thing in Central Ohio and now across the country as I train others to become captains for Tastescasting. We may not meet in person, but how we meet on social media and then how we interact using technology is also very interesting. The relationship grows stronger the more we communicate and in some cases what we use to communicate. Twitter takes you so, far, then you read their blog, next thing you know you’re on the phone and then engaged in a GoTo Meeting sharing ideas. In one case so far I drove to Pittsburgh to be a part of the Pittsburgh TasteCasting event and because of the connection, context, and content I felt like I knew these people and we started off immediately as good friends. I like Alvin @Wyliemac become involved at Startup Weekend two years ago. It was the best investment in a weekend that changed my life and opened up opportunities that I could not have imagined.

Dan Harris

I am experiencing the same thing in Central Ohio and now across the country as I train others to become captains for Tastescasting. We may not meet in person, but how we meet on social media and then how we interact using technology is also very interesting. The relationship grows stronger the more we communicate and in some cases what we use to communicate. Twitter takes you so, far, then you read their blog, next thing you know you’re on the phone and then engaged in a GoTo Meeting sharing ideas. In one case so far I drove to Pittsburgh to be a part of the Pittsburgh TasteCasting event and because of the connection, context, and content I felt like I knew these people and we started off immediately as good friends. I like Alvin @Wyliemac become involved at Startup Weekend two years ago. It was the best investment in a weekend that changed my life and opened up opportunities that I could not have imagined.

http://www.thecentralohionetwork.com/ Rocky VanBrimmer

Nate, very nice post, however I would reccomend laying off the coffee at 3 am! Just kidding.

Spheres of influence are essential to social media capital, with out them, one is dead in the water.

http://www.thecentralohionetwork.com Rocky VanBrimmer

Nate, very nice post, however I would reccomend laying off the coffee at 3 am! Just kidding.

Spheres of influence are essential to social media capital, with out them, one is dead in the water.

http://www.agent-seo.com/ Jacob Stoops

Great post. Social media and digital relationships offer you such a great opportunity to create meet people that you wouldn’t otherwise have a chance to meet. As @Cheryl says, it’s truly a game-changer in the way we form relationships!

http://www.agent-seo.com Jacob Stoops

Great post. Social media and digital relationships offer you such a great opportunity to create meet people that you wouldn’t otherwise have a chance to meet. As @Cheryl says, it’s truly a game-changer in the way we form relationships!

http://thelifeofjimmer.blogspot.com/ Jim Brochowski

My online content is all about peeling the onion. I work from a perspective of “True Intent.” This is my theory that if we all just took the time to determine what someone’s true intent is in our interactions we would get along that much better. My true intent with my online interactions is to let people know the real me so that we can share common experiences and help each other find, well whatever we need to find – solutions, answers, or maybe even just solace. Social Media for me has been life changing. I feel so fortunate to have this avenue for sharing, but most especially for the relationships I’ve been able to build, and the great people I’ve been able to meet and share with – like you.

I really like this post!

http://thelifeofjimmer.blogspot.com Jim Brochowski

My online content is all about peeling the onion. I work from a perspective of “True Intent.” This is my theory that if we all just took the time to determine what someone’s true intent is in our interactions we would get along that much better. My true intent with my online interactions is to let people know the real me so that we can share common experiences and help each other find, well whatever we need to find – solutions, answers, or maybe even just solace. Social Media for me has been life changing. I feel so fortunate to have this avenue for sharing, but most especially for the relationships I’ve been able to build, and the great people I’ve been able to meet and share with – like you.

I really like this post!