75 products left, but today Clay
Hi friend π,
So far, it's been 25 days. I expected it to be more difficult, but to be honest, it was easier than I expected. It's wonderful to have something to give to others. However, this journey has two actors. Here I am, writing these articles, attempting to share interesting products with you every day, and wondering if I'm being too obvious or cheesy. In addition to you, who is taking in these words. Today, I need more. Subscriber numbers are expanding slowly but steadily, and open rates have never dropped; these are positive signs. But still, I need a bit more. The reactions, not the figures. How has it gone thus far? Did you come upon anything interesting? What did you think of what you read? Am I going on too long? Or is it too little? Getting feedback from you, in the form of comments, reactions, or even just sharing, would be fantastic. Let us do this together.
If we haven't already, it would be fantastic to get to know you. You know how to reach me, right? We've all mastered how to form authentic relationships. Everyone's birthday is remembered, and no life update is missed... We all know what to share with others and what we have previously shared. We recall every detail about the folks we've met. No?
Today, Clay is our product.
Clay is a fascinating tool since it allows you to map out and manage your business and personal networks. After signing up for the platform and linking your social media accounts and contacts, you can start using it right away. You will have an excellent individual index (I'd rather not use the term "CRM"). You have the option to make notes and set reminders regarding the people. It also notifies you whenever there is a change to their social media profiles.
And it looks fabulous. I was blown away by the copy, onboarding flow, and design consistency. Check out their About page and learn the backstory before signing up for the platform. You will not be disappointed.
It makes me feel a little opportunistic and like I'm objectifying relationships, but we have to play by the rules. Still, I have the sense that it's preferable to give presents when there is no birthday, to show appreciation when there is no performance assessment, to talk when you donβt have to, to keep the silence when you hear it. But if we wish to achieve what the world considers success, we have no choice but to play by the defined norms. Setting aside any romanticism, it's a fantastic tool, and I devote a lot of time to using it. Try it out, and please don't skip the first paragraph!
Weβll talk again tomorrow.