A FACEBOOK SUPER HERO

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I walked to my mail box, thumbed through my mail, and noticed an envelope from Dona Bonnett.  I had worked with Dona when she was a healthcare consultant, but a few years ago she decided to open a photography business in her hometown of Decatur called A Digital Reflection.

I opened up the envelope and there was a sympathy card that read, “Dear David, So sorry to hear about the loss of your Aunt Gladys.  My aunts were very special to me and I’m sure Aunt Gladys was a very special person in your life.  It’s never easy to say goodbye.  May God speak to you during this time, Sincerely Dona.”

My first thought was, how did Dona even know about my Aunt Gladys?  And then it dawned on me, I had posted it on Facebook.

I don’t know if you appreciate the kindness and brilliance of sending this personal card, but Dona really understands how to use social media and how to build relationships.

First of all, these days, who sends personal notes or cards?  It’s just too easy to post a response on Facebook or send an e-mail.

And secondly, many people think that social media is all about themselves.  They are so busy posting stuff about things that are of interest to them or pushing information on others, that they forget the very basics of social media is to try to help others.

I will always remember this kind gesture.  My Aunt Gladys was very important to me and to have a friend acknowledge my feelings at a difficult time won’t go unappreciated.  Dona understands the most important rule of human relations.  If you want others to be interested in you, then be interested in them first.

This is David Sher, your WeMentor guy, saying it’s now what you know, but Whoo you know.