The outbreak of Covid-19 in the world has caused a pandemic forcing many people to long for human interaction. Most of us miss the days when we could shake hands with a person upon meeting them or simply communicate with a stranger without wearing a mask. Those days are no longer upon us, and people have to make the most of social media if they wish to expand their social circles. Chris Bivins has created a variety of accounts on social media platforms including Myspace, Facebook, twitter, Tumblr, and Instagram; however, he never would have expected the benefit he has received from using the Clubhouse app. As a producer for BET, Chris Bivins has many contacts for prominent individuals in the entertainment industry. Regardless, Bivins does not deny that some of these reputable people he is connected with are merely acquaintances whom he never has had a significant conversation with. Clubhouse has completely changed those circumstances for Bivins.

Chris Bivins explains that he has been able to meet with highly effective people in their respective fields via Clubhouse. For example, Bivins mentions that he has always had a crush on singer Tinashe, and Clubhouse gave him the opportunity to finally get to know a little more about her outside of an industry event. As an r&b artist himself, Bivins has always had an admiration for Ray J, another celebrity that Bivins spoke to and even plans on transacting some  business with. A few other notable individuals that Bivins has met on Clubhouse include Karen Civil, Grant Cardone, Tai Lopez, and Raz-B.

Despite his own personal benefit, Bivins explains that Clubhouse serves another purpose aside from growing one’s network. Speaking in large rooms on Clubhouse aids those who may have a fear of public speaking. It is not uncommon to become anxious when speaking to a crowd of unknown individuals, and doing so on Clubhouse is not nearly as overwhelming because the audience isn’t staring back at you. There is no need to imagine that all of the audience members are naked because you cannot actually see them.