I’ve always resisted becoming a blogger. I know it’s a popular thing to do and although there are many blogs I do follow, I don’t like the fact that our business and social culture seems to be transitioning rapidly towards the idea that speaking is more important than listening. Recently as we have evaluated our communication methods, it has become clear to me that starting a blog doesn’t necessarily require the level of self-assigned importance that I assumed. At Greystone we are constantly pushing each other and ourselves to listen and then listen more and by starting this blog we want to continue to develop our listening skills, share about what we are hearing, and create a venue for discussion with our clients, associates, and peers.
The name of this site: Technology with a Purpose, is a core value that we hold as a company. We provide technology related services, but the true value to our clients is the purpose that technology provides within their company. We work internally to continually refine our understanding of this. With the blog we are aiming to give a clearer view of Greystone from angles that many don’t have the opportunity to see. Every Friday morning our staff gets together to discuss a wide variety of topics. We use this time to discuss technical and non-technical obstacles we have encountered, to improve our customer service practices by discussing positive and negative real-world examples we have experienced, and to remind ourselves and each other that there is a lot more to what we do than just working with computers. Each meeting takes a shape of its own.
Our blog entries will follow similar threads. Each staff member will take time every month to share thoughts they feel are valuable to our clients, associates, and those interested in our world. Many of the entries will share tips regarding technology that we think are beneficial. Other entries will share our opinions on the current trends in technology and how business can get the most value. Some entries will have nothing to do with technology. We might not be the most polished writers or the best storytellers, but hopefully our blog will show what we are – sincere people striving to be better in all aspects of work and life.
We look forward to sharing what we are learning and getting feedback from those around us. We are excited about everything that is going on with Greystone and we invite you to be a part of it.
Thank you for stopping by.
Peter