In today's episode, we delve into the profound importance of connection as the ultimate metric in our lives. This past week wasn't marked by a 90% increase in sales, improved conversion rates, higher average tickets, or achieving our annual budget. Instead, it was special because I added a new metric to my personal dashboard: the number of genuine connections I've made.
Reflecting on the iconic slogan from a great company I once worked for—"Connecting People" by Nokia—we revisit how this tech pioneer emphasized bringing people closer together. What once seemed trivial or even ridiculous ("Why do we need a device to talk when we can meet at the bar?") has become indispensable in our lives.
A recent enlightening conversation with Jesús Mazo at EADA Business School reminded me that beyond all data and possible metrics, it's the people with eyes, faces, names, and stories who truly matter. Discussing LinkedIn, Jesús shared his personal and professional growth over the past year. He introduced a metric he's looking to patent and perhaps sell to LinkedIn: the number of real contacts—those involving conversations longer than five minutes or meetings to chat—that you've had within your network.
As Jesús aptly puts it, this is about people, relationships, building together, and helping one another. This powerful idea has been simmering in my mind, and I'm eager to give it momentum.
It's no surprise to say that Jesús is a true Nokia—a connector of people, a source of good vibes, and above all, energy! Embracing my role as an eternal learner, I join him in prioritizing the personal and human aspects of our network.
Naturally, there are collateral effects (inevitable), and this week has been about discovering more wonderful and enriching people who will now fill more hours reading posts, articles, or content. But these are the best kinds of collateral effects! Let's mention names because, after all, this is about people: Isabel Zapata Llena and Isabel Abelleira, it was a pleasure meeting you and crossing paths. Victor Camon, congratulations on the idea of #DUOPOST (which also needs to be patented).
Join us as we explore the true value of genuine connections in both our personal and professional lives, and why making connecting our top metric can lead to more meaningful and fulfilling experiences.
#ConnectingPeople #Networking #Relationships #PersonalGrowth #LinkedIn #LetsTalkAbout 🎙️✨
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