The document discusses how relationships have changed in the digital age and importance of building relationships online. It argues that we are inherently social beings and that strong relationships are built through responsiveness, trustworthiness and service. Maintaining diverse online connections can lead to unexpected help and opportunities. To be effective online, one needs to listen, connect people, and act as a catalyst by bringing bits of information together and weaving networks.

2. We are inherently social animals

4. Recent past – Tribe moves away Photo by misterbisson http://www.flickr.com/photos/maisonbisson/89704297/

5. phone, email, god, more email??!! No more email

9. But are these relationships “real”?

15. You never know which of your online contacts will impact you when and how

17. When you weave, cool shit happens http://www.flickr.com/photos/eyefruit/179553810/

20. Thanks, btw So get out there and relate it’s in your nature!