Extract from Sam Bock’s article “How to Stay on Top of Tech Trends if You’re Not a Technologist”
Regular use of technology is so deeply embedded in the way we knowledge workers live that it’s simply assumed we all use, enjoy, and find interest in the latest tech. “What do you think about [this new iPhone feature]?” is almost as common in small talk as commentary on the weather—although I’m an Android user, myself. (See what I mean?)
Ten years ago, when I started working at Relativity, many of the job descriptions for our open roles in non-technical departments like sales and marketing included requirements like “passionate about technology.” But today, I’ve noticed the phrase is largely absent—perhaps because by now, that passion is assumed.
Like you, I use and enjoy technology on a daily basis. But I was an English major in college. If asked about my personal interests, I might talk about literature or geology or religion—but the word “technology” probably wouldn’t come to mind.
I do, however, work for a technology company. And I love what I do! I am surrounded by super smart technologists who are always teaching me something new and fascinating. I’m editor of The Relativity Blog, which I’m proud to say offers important and interesting insights on legal and compliance technology, innovation, and how those super smart people are moving the needle.
