The following thread ensued.any #goc have vpn access and can check something on publiservice for me?
— Nicholas Charney (@nickcharney) January 4, 2012
data-in-reply-to="154371555126808576"> @nickcharney If needed I can seriously be to the office and back in less than 10 minutes. #nojoke #islandlife
— Rod Gallant (@Rod_Gallant) January 4, 2012
data-in-reply-to="154372215289290752"> @nickcharney it's not a big deal, seriously. I'll be back soon. Just DM me what you need.
— Rod Gallant (@Rod_Gallant) January 4, 2012
Before puck drop I was able to get to the office, grab my laptop, get back home, find and send Nick what he needed.
Shortly after Nick send this out (and my response).
style="font-family: Calibri;"> data-in-reply-to="154383940826828800"> @nickcharney Glad to help Nick....Not just the NHL that can do 24/7!!! #w2p
— Rod Gallant (@Rod_Gallant) January 4, 2012
This interaction speaks volumes for the community that has been built on twitter by government employees. I have no vested interest in what Nick was working on and didn't even know what it was. But because of my previous interactions with him it was a no-brainer for me to jump in and help out as he's done for so many others, including me, in the past.
The beauty is that this type of interaction isn't unique. Day after day I see examples of government employees helping each other out. Social media tools have allowed for the ability to connect day or night and it isn't because we have to but because we want to, which is a big difference. This is also what I believe will sustain this community and allow it to continue to grow and become stronger.
We all contribute in our own way, make sure you find a way to help out. You'll be glad you did.
