Don’t Tell Me What to Do!

I was always one of those kids who hated being told what to do…which of course, only led to trouble. I now realize it’s not so much that I hate being told what to do – I pretty much got over that in the 6^th grade when I got sick of getting grounded – but more that I can’t stand others dictating the right or wrong ways of doing things. I have seen quite a few dos and don’ts out there lately and it’s getting old pretty damn quick.

I get it…you have done it longer, better, faster, more efficiently, and you know more than I do…. or do you? Even if that is the case, why does that give you the right police how others use social media? Those who really get it, understand that there is no universal right or wrong way to go about it – that every situation requires a sound assessment and a unique solution – and every individual is different. Just because you were successful in your approach doesn’t mean I can, or should, go about things the same way.

So what if you don’t like the way I play in pond? That’s the beauty of social media… there are many waters to dip our toes in. No one is forcing you to read their blog, friend them on Facebook or follow them on Twitter.

There are so many ways to navigate this digitally social world, many of which have yet to be discovered. There are far better ways of helping others understand and succeed in this space than to dictate a whole bunch of rights and wrongs. Why not offer up a solution, share your experience, or better yet, lead by example.

So please, just stop telling me what to do!