A few weeks ago I wrote about Aaron Strout moving from Boston to Auston (or #bostontoaustin, as Bryan Person tagged on Twitter).
In that post, I compared Boston’s social media scene to a sports team, with superstars, utility players, and rookies. One thing I didn’t do was tell you where I see myself within with these descriptions.
I’m no rookie.
I’ve been involved in social applications on the internet since before the term social media was created. From my beginning participating in, then moderating, and finally running auto-enthusiast forum communities, to creating DesignBoston over two years ago, to SM4SC, maneuvering social media isn’t new to me.
Nor am I a grizzled veteran.
Sure, I’ve been involved in social media in one form or another for years. But by no means do I consider myself a veteran in this field. Every day, I’m excited by new developments in this field. New applications. New forms of communication. We’re still in the infant stage of this industry, and I’m ready to be a part of this for years to come.
I’m not a superstar, either.
Both of my blogs get decent traffic, but not enough to brag about. I don’t have a huge following on Twitter. I’ve only recently started doing public speaking. I know my stuff, but I’m by no means a star.
I’m a utility player.
I have experience, but also the enthusiasm of a rookie. I’m confident about my skills, and I’m willing to share what I know with those that don’t. When a big name player leaves our ranks, I do what I can to bring myself up and help fill the void.
What about you? Where do you see yourself in the social media lineup?
