I am quite certain we don’t really understand social media yet.
I’ve taken a few pop up workshops and courses from people who are doing well with social media – and I’m pretty sure the mainstream doesn’t fully understand it.
Some people think it’s a safe place to put a voice to their ignorant and negative comments.
Other people consume it selfishly.
Other people use it for bragging.
Some people use it to try to gain attention.
But when it’s used well, it is a game changer.
You have to have social skills.
You have to know how to be friendly.
You need to be brave.
You need to be kind.
You need to be ridiculously interested in other people.
You need to show up.
You need to be classy.
You can not rely on pretty looks to make friends.
You can not rely voice inflections to pass off your inappropriate conversation.
Social media is all about social skills.
Some people think that it’s ruining our connection.
But I am learning that when it’s used properly and with intention, it’s actually forcing us to be better humans.