I’m in an entrepreneur class this semester and we visit local entrepreneurs and hear their story. During class on Monday we heard this quote
“The function of innovation is a step function, output is not proportional to input, but steady input is required to get to the next step” –Jeff Bohanan.
That’s not the real quote but it has the same meaning.
A step function is a function in math where the output values will be constant for a while and then they will all of a sudden jump to the next value. (graph in the picture above)
So innovation (and really business) comes in bulks, not a steady flow. I think this same idea can be applied to social media and Internet fame.
No one gets famous overnight and those that do lose their fame overnight. It’s a tough road to gain a following. With my experience attention comes in steps, just like the function described. Four new followers one day and none for the rest of the week.
Sound familiar?
The key is in the end of the quote, “steady input is required to get to the next step.”
Keep going and you’ll get there.
I am writing this post as much for me as for you. I sometimes get down because I don’t see too much activity on this blog or my twitter. I also sometimes forget that input is required for output.
Keep posting and making friends! Remember rewards come in steps.
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