hello my sweet circle -
just a little scoop from me to you. there is a new audio only social media app called clubhouse, that is in its invite only beta stage. to me, it is like an interactive podcast of sorts. I wanted to share some of my initial reflections, reactions and insights and how you may use it to connect with others worldwide.
first I would like to share, that you need an ios device (not on android yet). you can use your iPhone or iPad to use the platform, that supports ios13. if your interest is peaked in what is new and what is next, I would download the app and reserve your user name. secretly, I have found that this creates a “go around” and if you are in the contacts of a member who is in, they may get pinged and open the “digital door” to welcome you. each member gets an invite and can extend it to invite in a user/friend. and then you invite a friend…and so on and so on, to grow the community organically.
this all seemed very esoteric to me, until I hopped in and listened. and to me, listening is a lost art. while we all need to be seen and heard - the intimacy of voice has reminded me how deep a connection is created through voice.
ok, so come on in. imagine if you will, a phone call with leaders of industry. in some rooms a power-filled council on stage. you are represented with a tiny icon that includes the photo of your choice (and can be easily changed), your handle emblazoned below and a mic. in rooms from grief and loss, to try outs for musicals, discussions on current events, help with marketing from pros and influencers-it is all inside. you just have to find your tribe. so many are talks we would likely pay to attend, and perhaps not ever have access to. you can raise your hand and have your questions answered, or hang back and listen.
you can pop around from room to room and find a space that works for you (rooms are shared in what has been coined “the hallway”). the more folks you follow, the more your hallway will reflect your interests. each member has a bio, accessed by a click on their icon, which allows you to get a glimpse of their background and link to their twitter, instagram and in turn direct access to their direct messages.
I have been inspired to start The Memory Circle on Clubhouse and share everything from chats, to writing classes, discussions about The Artist’s Way and Morning Pages, open to share grief stories and made a lot of meaningful connections that I took off-line.
best practices:
choose a photo that captures attention in a crowd, one that is memorable , stands out
the first three lines of your bio are optimized (the most searchable!) so use those words
wisely and economically — so people can find you for what you’re known for.
raise your hand in a room where you can share value to the room and support the moderator.
be inclusive, kind and open — and try on your vulnerability.
be sure to link your social - twitter and instagram so far, optimize that as it is the only way to message right now.
be sure your social media “house” is tidy before you invite guests.
hop into rooms where you find your tribe and feel their vibe
listen more than you speak. speak with integrity and discernment.
start rooms and open discussions that matter and make a difference
show up as your most authentic self. say what you mean, not what you think others want to hear.
the more people you follow, the more your hallway populates the magic
be creative. hook up your music, live outside events…think how it can work best for you
just a friendly share
x, @barri
