Communications iPod Style

I was reading Reeves' blog again, and I was focused on the iPod navigation click system. In particular, I noticed the clock-based configuration of the buttons, namely Pause, Forward, Rewind, and Play. Just four purposeful buttons that pretty much holds the fabric of micro-technology together.

I was reminded also of conversations where players led their dialogue with words like 'let's rewind', 'fast forward', 'play that back' and 'let pause for a while'. I sensed that these words refer to our internal clock (chronological as well as circadian timing), frameworks of time/place, and pacing.

Now, how can we apply this 'buttons' and navigate with primed purpose our conversations of worth?

Fast Forward: When considering the future, imagination, strategy and outcomes. Use the 'as if' frame to orientate others to their future. 'As if you could relive this pleasant experience again, what would you do to ensure this?' 'What would your future look like when everything goes well and smooth?'

Rewind: Going back in our time, allows us to recall and remember. It allows us to reflect and genuflect what we have done. Looking inside our past, we can gather useful information that we can use to reconfigure our present. We can gain insights and the wisdom of hindsight. Celebration is about rewinding to happy moments and the journey to our achievements.

Pause: Have a break. Stop and take stock. Get your bearings right. Check your map once in a while. There is no harm pinpointing your exact location, within your relationship with others and in the stages of the conversation. Pausing allows us to enjoy the moment, immerse in the experience and let it wash over us.

Play: This is what life is about. This is about allowing things to keep going. When things are in play, it is more exciting to watch or participate. Sports is more fun when the game is in play. Let things continue and create is own momentum. Success generates its own momentum.

Give these buttons a click.