[ Networks ]

Networks are complicated things.  Whether we’re talking about electrical networks, sewer or pipeline networks, or people networks, they are complicated.

Networks are more than one-to-one, of course.  One-to-one is not a network.  A network has many nodes, many connections, and, conversely, the possibility of many points of failure.

Networks need to be nurtured.  The pipelines, the wiring, the cables need maintenance.  Our personal and professional networks also need nurturing.  I’m not sure what it will look like in the new normal of choice around workplaces, travel restrictions and online meetings.  We’ll need to learn some new networking skills this year.