To Flickr or Not to Flickr

Setting up the account was the easy part. I found Flickr not as simple as some other sites I've during this course. However, I did manage to get some pictures posted.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/sugarcube456/

As for using Flickr as a learning tool, I can't see it being beneficial within our company from a learning perspective. However, I do see value in using it as a social tool. Not only are our learners spread across the country, but so is the Training and Development team. While I have had the opportunity to visit another office and meet some individuals from the team, there are still a lot more that I have not. We tried a "Getting to Know You" activity last year and while this did provide some info on each person, it did not provide the whole picture. I'd love to see what the other offices look like (most have quite different set-ups) and maybe even a few pictures from around town.

Being able to picture who you are talking to (and even where they may be sitting) plays a big role in being able to relate to others. I can attest to having built a stronger relationship with those that I have either met once or seen a picture of.