MY FIRST FACEBOOK BIRTHDAY

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I never realized the consequences of including my birthday when I filled out my profile on Facebook.

 I celebrated a birthday this past week and without a doubt it was the best birthday I’ve ever had.  It was great for a number of reasons but one of those reasons was definitely Facebook.

 The day before my birthday I started getting Facebook postings with messages like, “Tomorrow is your birthday, I hope you have a great day,”  “David, I know tomorrow is your birthday, be sure and eat lots of cake.”

 But I was never prepared for the plethora (I’ve always wanted to use that word) of wall postings I received on the big day.  They started early, came all day long and into the night…and even continued the next day.

You may be saying, what’s the big deal?  But it was a big deal because each of these friends and relatives has a special meaning to me.  I heard from an old high school friend, a college buddy, nieces and nephews, my daughter-in-laws Mom, coworkers, clients, prospects, people I serve on boards with; my wife’s friends, and many people who I would have lost contact if it wasn’t for Facebook. 

 Each one reminded me of what a rich life I am living.

 I’m reminded about an activity we played with our employees a number of years ago.  At our employee meetings each month we would select one individual.  Then everyone in the room was required to write something nice about that person on a slip of paper.  The individual would read out all the positive comments about themselves and it made them feel great.

 That’s exactly how I felt receiving so many positive comments and well wishes.  Thank you everyone.  My relationships are much closer with you because of social media.

This is David Sher, your eNetworking guy, saying it’s not what you know, but whoo you know.