Can you build "real" relationships through social media?

A great example of a real human relationship brought about by technology. Please pass along my best wishes to Clint. Thanks for sharing this very poignant post.

Many don't know Clint, yet they have compassion and will pray for his recovery and for the millions of others that are afflicted and struggling. Every medium has its positives and negatives regardless if it's Facebook or any other social media forum, yet if you're comfortable with them, then why not and why not use it to the max.

Jay, I don't know you but not only do you have some real brass between your legs you've got heart. You're one guy I would love to get to know. So from now on you're stuck with me. Iive just subscribed to your post and I'm going to add you as an associate. 

Hi Jay,

What a story! If that doesn’t bring tears to your eyes nothing will.

As far as the title of the post, I say yes, because even if you’re hiding behind a computer screen and a keyboard you still have to show your true colors when creating a web presence, otherwise, people will sniff you out. If anything I believe when one is interacting on line they have to be more to the point and true/honest than when they are just shooting the $h.. in the grocery store parking lot, check out line, cars and coffee, the bar or wherever else people gather in “person”.

Thanks for the post.

I'm all over this.  I was skeptical myself, at first....but I will tell you that social media will never have a relationship, but it can maintain, create and nurture them.!  Great post!

Thanks for the post, Jay. Peace to Clint and his family.

Jay, I think a lot of us are with you in that video. We care for the Millers, we wish we could do something to help. Shit, I've never talked to them on the phone or met them in real life, but they've touched me more than most people I've actually known.

Hi Jay,  I think whether you can build relationships depends on the other person.  It will work in some cases but not most.

I'm saddened by his passing.. .prayers for his family and you are a true friend Jay

Jay--I have formed fabulous relationships over the years via social media. I am so sorry for the loss of your very good friend Clint. He was an awesome person!

I think we've witnessed this here recently with the Caulk family. I have not met any of the AR people. Yet, I feel a kinship with them. We feel it when they suffer. Just as you've demonstrated in your video.

Jay~Great post and a nice video to Clint! Social media in it's many avenues is only going to get better!

Here's to a great 2012!

Real relationships can certainly be built through social media. Has anyone seen the movie "CATFISH"?

I watched it for the first time last week and it freaked me out.

Check it out, should be on netflix, and redbox by now.

Where can you see Catfish? 

I'm referring to a movie that was referrenced on this thread somewhere.

Great post and video and it definitely proves your point, we are a face-to-face world, but real connections can be made in any arena when we engage with others.

Jay: Great to see you this last week in Santa Ana. Regarding Clint, I agree. I get beyond choked up everytime someone talks about him. Not that I'm stuffing it, it's just taking me time to process. Clint was a major force and I've had a lot of fun with him online like many have... As you say, he leaves a legacy second to none. Bless Clint, Angela, and their children... And, yes you can build real relationships online.

Thought of him yesterday with your return to Zillow.  He'd be happy and proud of you, Jay.  Have a great weekend Buddy.  Love ya.