The Most Impacting Aspects of 2009 (Pt 4)

The Most Impacting Technology for me in 2009

Mac – I finally made the switch from PC to Mac this year.  I have to say that I love it and can’t imagine myself ever wanting to switch back.  I have always been a PC guy, but I can’t look away from the pure ease and sheer fun of using my Macbook.  This has influenced me by making my use of technology more integrated with my daily life.

Toodledo – Granted, it’s a stupid name, but it’s a killer to-do manager that is full-featured, web-based and highly customizable.  This has influenced my life by helping me to stay better organized and on top of my responsibilities.

Facebook – I actually started using it in earnest this year.  At first, it seemed that all people were using it for was nonsense like Farmville (sorry).  So I didn’t participate a whole lot.  Until I started to see people using it to share their lives – in status updates, pictures, and notes.  This influenced my life by opening me up to new avenues of relational connection with people I care about.

Twitter – I started to grow relationships with thought leaders and influencers from around the globe.  I began to get a front row seat into the lives of some amazing people, and have an instant opportunity to be part of the conversation.  This influenced me by helping to expand me to expand both my mind and my potential for impact within a larger community.

Blogging – I know this is not new, but it was new for me.  I had looked at blogs before, but it was in 2009 that I started using Bloglines to stay current on my favorite bloggers. It was also this year that I launched my own blog.  This has helped me by increasing my awareness of fresh new thinking in multiple disciplines and given me an outlet to share some of my own.

What technology has most influenced you in 2009?

I wish you and yours a Happy New Year!

2010, bring it!!