Don't blame technology
New advances make life, work better
Syed Gilani
Time has become a scarce commodity as we struggle, trying to meet economic and social goals.
The rising cost of living is pushing most of us to work harder than ever before. Exercising daily, taking vacations, spending more time with family and friends, and eating well are becoming a luxury for many of us.
How can laptop and blackberry driven life styles be turned into a harmonious marriage between technology and our health?
Surprisingly, the technology component of our lifestyle can help balance our lives.
More Productivity through the Internet
The internet based business world has given new dimension to today’s entrepreneurs and employees. Home based business and jobs concepts, powered by current internet technology, are helping us find ways to earn more from the comfort of our homes.
Organizations are saving costs by having more home based jobs, and employees are also benefiting from less travel related costs and spending more time with their families. It is also improving our environment by reduced noise and air pollution. The eBay phenomenon has brought hope to millions around the world by providing a source for meeting financial goals without going to an “office.”’
Information Highway for Informed Decisions
No longer do we have little information about the products we consume and important facets of our everyday decision making. Now there is an ocean of information at our fingertips. We are able to make informed decisions about our every day life by reading and sharing views with others. The internet works with us as the best available resource of all time - at all times.
Staying in Touch
Communication technology enables us to stay in touch with our loved ones more conveniently. The traditional forms of communication like writing a letter has been replaced with emails and web cams and digital cameras. Many of these internet based features are now available on cell phones which have brought more flexibility and power to our communication.
Promotion of Healthy Ideas
Internet technology has generated unprecedented support for ideas, which has improved our living standards. Discussions about environmental problems, healthy diets, and other lifestyle issues have spread across the world. Rapid sharing of scientific information has promoted the common human good.
Many of us blame technology for our increased dependence on it. Although moderation is the key, it is hard to ignore the fact that it is because of the integration of technology in all disciplines of our lives that we are able to move forward into the 21st century and enjoy all its possibilities.
Syed Gilani is president BIZVI LLC, a Virgin Islands’ marketing, technology, training and research company. He holds masters degrees in business administration, and in economics and management.
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