Every so
Supercharge and optimize your contacts list
Every So keeps you connected to the ones who matter,
because in every relationship, every second is priceless.
For those that matter
We often forget to stay in contact with those who matter. Whether the relationship is a permanent fixture such as a family member, or as transient as a sales opportunity, staying in contact matters. Even if it's just to say "hi" Every So often.
Privacy first
Every So does not store or transmit your data in any way. Reminders, dates, and how often a reminder occurs are stored entirely in your contacts.
Your data moves with you
As long as your contacts are synced to your various devices, so will your reminders. Every So uses your contact cards to store and read data.
step 1:
Categorize
Categorization helps you stay in touch with those you care about, keep your contact list clean of strangers, and understand the purpose of each contact. Swipe through your contacts list and categorize each of them based on your relationship with that contact. No more "when did I add this person?" or "what did this person do again?"
Step 2:
Setup Reminders
Create reminders to periodically catchup with important relationships, wish your contacts happy birthday or happy holidays, or create touchpoints with collaborators.
Examples:
| Name | Contact Type | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Catchup | Relationship | Once a week on Monday at 2:00pm |
| Birthday | Acquaintance | Every year on March 22 at 8:00am |
| Goal Check-in | Collaborator | Every other Friday at 10:00am |
step 3:
Prune
Just like a beautiful tree, your personal network must be pruned to continue to grow in an optimal manner. Use Every So to efficiently remove strangers and adversaries from your contact list to reduce clutter and optimize finding the right contact when you need it.
Learn the Categories
Relationship
Relationships are those that mean the most to you. You enjoy reaching out to them because they mean something to you. They could be a significant other, a family member, or a close friend.
dependent
A dependent relies on you for some aspect of their life. Whether they are a student, a child, somebody you are caring for, or a protégé, it is important to not forget about your dependents, as one day you might need them more than they need you.
collaborator
Collaborators come and go as your professional life and aspirations change. Collaborators are those you work with to accomplish a goal or move a project forward. It is important to setup regular touchpoints with your collaborators to ensure objectives are met.
Mentor
Mentors are the opposite of dependents, where you are the one who depends on them. A good mentor is one of the biggest assets you will acquire in life. Treat them well, don't just reach out to them when you need help, and the dividends will pay immensely.
Acquaintance
Acquaintances are cordial fleeting relationships you have in life. You might wish them happy birthday once a year, and pass each other in the hallway, or be in the same circle of friends. Acquaintances are a sort of transient contact, where eventually they will graduate to a relationship, or maybe drift away as a stranger.
Community
A community contact could be a neighbor, a fellow organization member, a participant in a group sport, or a member in the same religious body. Community contacts are great to have as a resource when you need information about an event, or inform about upcoming gatherings.
Resource
Resources are contacts where engagements with them are purely transactional. This is a contact where you reach out to them, and in exchange for value, they provide you with a service or goods. Examples of resources include shops, restaurants, electricians, plumbers, or HVAC technicians. A quiver of strong resources, especially where there is mutual respect, can go a long way in life.
Stranger
As life goes on and people change, so do your contacts. A best friend in elementary might be a distant memory of the past, and a new flame may be somebody you have never met before. Learn to prune your contacts list to keep your network as efficient as possible.
Adversary
Life will present you with challenges you must overcome, and sometimes those challenges are presented as individuals or groups. True adversaries that go against your way of life, spread hate, or berate you for little to no reason should be pruned swiftly from your network. However, don't conflate the concept of a critic and an adversary!
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Why did I build this?
I am on a mission to use technology to make myself more human. Every So is my first attempt at doing so. There are many relationships that I have accidentally let fade away with the excuse that "life got the best of me." Social networks are the equivalent of shouting into a room full of people, where most of the people in that room don't care what you have to say. Every So encourages you to reach out to the people that DO care at an individual and meaningful level, so that your relationship with them doesn't become weakened by time.