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I’m So Important I Prob’ly Think This Post Is About Me

by Ruth Ann Harnisch on 02/28/10 at 1:55 am

Day 58

Back on Day 14,  I mentioned that my coach, Renee Freedman, does not promise to get back to people immediately.  She lets her correspondents and callers know that she will respond within two business days. 

I have been known for Instant Response, but I gave that up during sabbatical year.  And maybe forever.

Thanks to Renee, I no longer feel guilty when I don’t get right back to people.  Thanks to Chris Brogan, I have something to send to anyone who thinks I’m not responsive enough.

If I haven’t gotten back to you quickly enough, I’m sorry, but, well, here, read this.

When I posted that link on Twitter and Facebook yesterday, Gregory Fisher commented that in days gone by, only the elite could be reached any time. They were the ones who had access to beepers, cell phones, and other tech luxuries that kept them connected.  Today, he notes, even the poorest people have cell phones and can be reached any time. Now, the more important the person, the harder it is to connect with them quickly. 

That’s true, isn’t it?  So when I take my sweet time answering email, it’s not because I’m lazy, distracted, or on sabbatical (although I’m all of those!).  It’s because I’m important.  To myself.