Of course I love you. Now get me a beer! (GCBF 2007)
Nowadays when you ask someone to define “Social Networking” it usually brings out a string of words like “Twitter”, “Facebook”, “MySpace”, “YouTube” and the list goes on. To me social networking doesn’t happen when you’re sitting at a desk behind a computer or on the train with your cell-phone. This happens when you’re out – far away from the desk and anything to do with technology, social media and the like and enjoying time with friends or colleagues.
For me this is when we hoist a cold frothy brew and toast each other’s health and the good times we’re about to have. Spending time with those who matter and enjoying life is what Social Networking is to me. I’ve made more business connections and met more friends over a beer than fishing for contacts on Facebook or LinkedIn.
Think about that next time someone asks what Social Networking is. My answer is – let’s go grab a pint and talk about it!
Cheers.
