is face to face communication the same...

(WK3)

I couldn't think of something to write about for today relating to class. So I decided to browse for a blog on Google and try and relate it to class.

Here is the blog:

Communicating with People You Haven’t Met

By Pearl • August 12, 2007

I found Pearl's response to communication very interesting. Though there was one point in the blog I didn't really agree with. She says, "I believe its all about communication. Communication is at the heart of building relationships and I believe blogging, as a means electronic communication, should be no different than face-to-face conversations. With every sentence we write, we are building a quiet relationship with our readers. So it is of utmost importance that each and every post is written with the purpose of engaging our readers."

It is easier to talk to someone face to face, with co-workers, friends, family, and even the person you meet at the library. However I do not agree with her comment, “blogging is no different than face to face interactions".

It is so much easier to have a conversation online or on Facebook without knowing who the people are verse face-to-face conversations. I say this because I experience this on an almost daily basis with people. It is so easy to pretend you are someone you aren’t because people do not know the difference if they have never met you. Of course everyone wants to be friendly and polite when on Facebook but in person it can sometimes be different. I love to meet new people and get to know them.

It is easy to write down your thoughts in a blog or online, but would people be that interested and do the same in person to someone they just met? I think not. I think these are both very different concepts and most people don't feel the same in those situations. I have heard from friends that every time they talk to someone online it's not the same vibe or energy they get in person. I think most people prefer face-to-face communication. I know I do. (349)