Lore Oxford – Ask me Anything: Social Learning in an Antisocial World
“Through others we become ourselves, we learn, we grow and acquire knowledge”. As society becomes increasingly digital, people become more socially awkward. But, learning through interactions with other human beings is an essential part of life. So how can we learn from each other when there are less opportunities to meet in person? According to Lore Oxford, the answer lies in community building. Reddit provides a platform for people to come together and discuss topics of common interest. Whether it’s taking advice from other dog owners or discussing personal finance with people who have the same level of knowledge, the platform offers a safe space to share and learn. Drawing from her experience in community management at Reddit, she offers three main strategies that brands and employers can adopt to enable social learning: normalising openness, defining boundaries, and integrating perspectives. Listen and learn!
