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#NerdsUnite: They’re talking nerdy baby (From Creative Quirk to Content Superpower Ft. Jen Friel) 

JenFriel
August 24, 2022 2 Mins Read
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Alrite, this is the true meaning of #NerdsUnite … here’s a really honest conversation with two very very dear and long time friends, Mark and Adam.

Adam, I met first, as I ousted him as Mayor of Foursquare for his own building. Adam then introduced me to Mark, who then BRILLIANTLY starred in the Talk Nerdy To Me™ stage show.

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Mark is in the furry vest.

This is me in the furry hat (aka spirithood) with Adam at the Wired Cafe Comic Con hang.

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To say we go back is an understatement, they both have a very special place in my heart.

Here are our hearts (and brains) chatting to each other:

And for those who prefer the written word … here are the highlights from our chat:

  • Jen was diagnosed with Synesthesia, which explains why her GIF game is unmatched.
  • Discovering her diagnosis (including being on the spectrum) helped her understand her differences and develop her strengths.
  • The challenge in modern work culture is that it’s hard to understand yourself and be confident enough to discuss it with your team.
  • Whether a traditional employee or self-employed, you must communicate your needs and non-negotiables to function in your role.
  • If someone can’t respect your needs (non-negotiables), you’re in the wrong environment.
  • Transparency in the workplace is heading in the right direction, especially around salaries; it’s eye-opening and leads to better conversations in the professional realm.
  • Creatives experienced levels of freedom for years (think artists and producers) the rest of the organization didn’t witness until remote work.
  • Creative work naturally aligns with results-driven work versus timed work.
  • We have started to build workspaces where everyone is themselves and happy. Working from home helps people develop their vibe. The corporate latter is long gone.
  • Managers can create an environment where creatives can “work weird” if they wish; delivering on their promises and responsibilities is most important.
  • Have you thought about using social media as a utility? For example, focus less on followers and more on ‘how can I get what you want?’
  • Everything starts in the margins and becomes mainstream; think “blog” or “influencer.”
  • TikTok induces a robust sensory response for people, more so than any other platform.
  • The big question: Do you spend more time on the “Following” tab or the “for you” tab on TikTok?
  • You can use TikTok for many things: to entertain, educate, ask questions, deliver news, etc.
  • If TikTok feels overwhelming, try “training” the algorithm for your content-viewing pleasure; spend time watching what you like and swipe past the stuff you don’t.

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