Measuring Success as Technology Evangelist

I remember Apple introduced a role called the technology evangelist when the Mac was introduced. Later, we collaborated with a technology evangelist from Microsoft who helped us better understand the transition to dot Net development. This non-traditional role has had about 10-20 years to incubate and develop. Here's some insight into the modern-day role. ...

... "Success metrics: Met 7,000 customers in person; Attended nearly 200 conferences (30 per year); Picked up 3,000 followers on Twitter; Maintains regular, personalized contact with about 1,000 people; " ...

Via Church of the Customer: Evangelist

Internet Evolution

An opportunity to learn about the internet and technology evolution from the source ...

Technology Evangelist: Leadership Role Understood

Are technology evangelists engaging and empathetic? This survey thinks so. Understand what makes these folks tick. ...

... "Technology evangelism requires a commitment to the product or service being sold, as well as to the company and its management. A technology evangelist is attached to a cause that embodies a vision, makes people feel better, generates impressive effects, initiates selfless actions, and polarizes people to act positively. Evangelism also requires specific attitudes, strategies, and techniques that are quite distinct from those found within sales or marketing environments. " ...

Via Growth Resources, Guy Kawasaki: Technology Evangelists: A Leadership Survey (PDF) ...