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Communication in the Digital Age
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1:14:37 - 1:23:53 (09:15)

This conversation explores how the rise of social media and internet culture has transformed communication and how we interact with one another, often prioritizing friendliness and extroversion over authenticity.

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The dynamics of communication in the age of social media and the internet can be complicated, as people try to balance being friendly and informative with not being seen as seeking status or ingratiating themselves too much.
1:14:37 - 1:18:42 (04:04)
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Social Media
Summary

The dynamics of communication in the age of social media and the internet can be complicated, as people try to balance being friendly and informative with not being seen as seeking status or ingratiating themselves too much. This can lead to misunderstandings and complications when trying to connect with others online.

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Communication in the Digital Age
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#292 - Rob Henderson - Signalling: Why You Do The Things You Do
Podcast
Modern Wisdom
People tend to feel more authentic when they behave in line with who they want to be, which is usually someone who's friendly, outgoing, extroverted, which is sort of the cultural ideal.
1:18:42 - 1:21:51 (03:08)
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Authenticity
Summary

People tend to feel more authentic when they behave in line with who they want to be, which is usually someone who's friendly, outgoing, extroverted, which is sort of the cultural ideal. People tend to feel more authentic after they have behaved in a more extroverted fashion, regardless of their actual personality.

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Communication in the Digital Age
Episode
#292 - Rob Henderson - Signalling: Why You Do The Things You Do
Podcast
Modern Wisdom
With remote work, social cues like dress code and the surroundings of people’s workspaces have become more visible, leading to interesting conversations and opportunities to connect with colleagues from a different perspective.
1:21:51 - 1:23:53 (02:01)
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Remote Work
Summary

With remote work, social cues like dress code and the surroundings of people’s workspaces have become more visible, leading to interesting conversations and opportunities to connect with colleagues from a different perspective. This shift highlights how work has changed from being based only on hierarchy and status to fostering individuality and authenticity.

Chapter
Communication in the Digital Age
Episode
#292 - Rob Henderson - Signalling: Why You Do The Things You Do
Podcast
Modern Wisdom