Pick Up The Phone

Pick Up The Phone

It is Saturday morning and I check my emails. There is one from my husband. My immediate reaction is to write back – even if I am upstairs in the bedroom and he is downstairs in the kitchen.

How bizarre is that?

Digitization has had a big impact on the world – both in business and in our private lives . Everything is so instantaneous. We click a button to reply to an SMS or an email, and communicate with friends via

social media.

Sure, this is practical. But perhaps we are missing out on the value of talking and meeting more often.

Last week I decided to change my behavior. Instead of simply communicating via written email, I picked up the phone and talked to people. Not only was it efficient, it was pleasant.

I was able to communicate far more effectively, plus the two way dialogue was appreciated – both by me and the recipient of my call.

Next challenge – actually meet people more often.

I am interested in feedback. Given a choice of email or the personal touch – do you find using the phone more efficient and friendly? What about meeting people?

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