Barber Productions

For the first few years after I went out on my own, I wasn’t making the kinds of connections I needed to make. (I was – and still am – working on the creation of  a radio program and online community dedicated to “sharing stuff you should know”.) Then, in the Spring of 2009, a wonderful woman (and beloved Connecticut television news anchor) named Ann Nyberg formed a group called “Navigating Change“.

Connecting

Ann saw what was happening in the media business and took action, building a network of passionate, creative, and wonderfully supportive people.

Through the group I’ve met Suzi Craig (who finally explained Twitter to me), Brent Robertson, (he created my logo, above), and Gary Choronzy, who redesigned this site, and is currently working on “The Real Life Survival Guide”.

Without a connection to this talented group, I don’t know where I’d be right now.

The Lesson

Whether you’re just starting out, or in a job and contemplating a move, know this: it’s hard to go it alone. That makes it vitally important to get access to a network of helpful, like minded people.

…and if the network doesn’t exist, I’d consider getting your “Nyberg on” and building one.