Why community is important?
Anyone can cycle alone on the road? Why do you think BDCyclist group has more that 10,000 members and every Friday morning hundreds of them cycle together? Because of community - cycling together with like minded people who share the same passion is fun.
Humans are social animals. Our lives depend on other humans. Human infants are born unable to transport or care for themselves. Their survival depends on another human's efforts. We develop and learn about the world around us through the filter of other people. Our connections to others are key to not only our survival, but also to our happiness and the success of our careers.
One way to grow your social network, especially benefiting your career, is to join a community. Once you do, you must decide how to utilize that membership to gain the greatest value. Being an active member in a community can be a game-changing event for anyone. It can also:
Working from an office can often make someone feel cut off from the world. Renting a co-working space allows workers to work independently either in an open or private office surrounded with like minded groups and individuals collaborating with each other.
So, are you ready for the “game-changer?” If you are we encourage you to start or join this community. For many of us this maybe a big step, but it will make a world of difference. But do whatever it takes in your schedule to get out of your cubicle or home and get connected with some other people. It’ll revolutionize your life.
Humans are social animals. Our lives depend on other humans. Human infants are born unable to transport or care for themselves. Their survival depends on another human's efforts. We develop and learn about the world around us through the filter of other people. Our connections to others are key to not only our survival, but also to our happiness and the success of our careers.
One way to grow your social network, especially benefiting your career, is to join a community. Once you do, you must decide how to utilize that membership to gain the greatest value. Being an active member in a community can be a game-changing event for anyone. It can also:
- Open doors to new opportunities
- Connect you with like-minded individuals
- Connect you with respected colleagues holding differing opinions or perspectives
- Provide a venue to share solutions
- Land you your next job
- Even set you apart as a thought leader
Working from an office can often make someone feel cut off from the world. Renting a co-working space allows workers to work independently either in an open or private office surrounded with like minded groups and individuals collaborating with each other.
So, are you ready for the “game-changer?” If you are we encourage you to start or join this community. For many of us this maybe a big step, but it will make a world of difference. But do whatever it takes in your schedule to get out of your cubicle or home and get connected with some other people. It’ll revolutionize your life.
