Whatsapp is a very popular messaging platform. It’s a lifeline for many. Many people measure their social circle by the number of whatsapp groups they are part of (clearly quantity means more than quality!)
Let’s have some fun by stereotyping (I know stereotyping may attract some trolls!) but it’s all in good jest. Here’s a list of categories –
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Trend setters – One person wishes in the whatsapp group and suddenly there’s pressure on everyone else to wish. In family whatsapp groups, some actually monitor and check the time of wishing. “Why did you wish so-and-so at the end of the day? Where were you busy?” Some even remind if you miss to convey your wishes. The quality of message and number of words used are essential too. Everyone is striving to write the best message for the day. In friend’s whatsapp groups, even if you call the person to wish they would insist you type a whatsapp message on group as well!
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Informants – Some treat it their duty to forward everything they come across without verifying the source. These turn out mostly to be fake messages.
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Well-wishers –It’s their duty to pass “Good morning” messages to start the day. They feel those messages are essential in order to have a ‘good’ day.
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Controller – The most powerful person in the group is the group admin who manages everything and is in full control! They can take on any of the other roles any time they want, much like a queen in the game of chess!
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Over enthusiasts –These members respond to everything that’s shared on the group whether of their interest or not. They are the reason why my whatsapp groups stay on mute!
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Observer – There’s always a quiet person who is perpetually on mute. You sometimes wonder if he’s still alive! They never reply or voice their opinion. Zero participation from them. But some of them might just be aware of everything that is happening in the group and be updated even if they don’t mention anything.
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Therapist – There are many times when a person is too willing to offer their expertise on what people should do with their lives. They have their very own whatsapp university going on and dole out free advice.
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Planner – This one is constantly making plans to meet following up with others. He’s the primary reason we get out of the world of whatsapp chats and meet or get on calls!
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Introverts – The ones who respond only with single words or emojis. I expect them to be super busy or disinterested.
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Genius – The one who shares quizzes and tests to keep you on your toes. They want to make sure you are making productive use of your time on whatsapp. It also helps in establishing that they are genuises and the rest of the group should admire them for it.
I don different roles in different groups. I’m clearly the planner in my friends and cousins group, introvert in family group and observer in many other groups!
What kind are you primarily? And which of these have you come across in your whatsapp groups? I would love to know in comments below.
This blog post is part of the blog challenge ‘Blogaberry Dazzle’ hosted by Cindy D’Silva and Noor Anand Chawla, and happily SPONSORED BY RRE Studios and SHOWCASE Events.
I am an observer for many groups n a great planner in my groups where I get an opportunity to lead. WhatsApp has helped in connecting with different batches of people. The best part is that I don’t leave the group if someone adds me. I feel that it is a disrespect from my side to quit the group,I m talking about the personal n friendly approach not of business account. In business account, I m quite alert. Enjoyed reading Prerna
Ila, I am glad you enjoyed reading this post.
Honest to God never knew there are so many types of WhatsUp users. I simply use it to exchange information between friends and family. Now on I shall look carefully and remember your post. A nice post.
Honest to God never knew there are so many types of WhatsUp users. I simply use it to exchange information between friends and family. Now on I shall look carefully and remember your post.
Thanks Abhijit. Yes we do come across most of these kinds in our large whatsapp groups.
I like your observation and the terms you used for categorizing. Not sure which category I belong to. I use whatspp to stay in touch with my friends. I do not completely depend on WhatsApp. Well, big groups or where there is too much of talking is going on, it makes me feel overwhelmed. I rather like to be in touch on one on one basis with my dear one’s.
I know what you mean. There’s nothing like the personal connection!
This is really interesting and I am amazed with your observation about different people’s reaction on whatsapp group. yes, I had seen that kind of behavior too, with my personal observation. I am more on introvert side, and reach according to situation.
That’s interesting Surbhi. Glad to note.
Enjoyed reading this post and can relate to all kinds of people described by you, in fact can visualize people while reading.
Haha I’m glad you enjoyed it!
Fantastic observation, Prerna! I can’t believe I am in contact with every kind of person in my different group at the same time, I myself am a person with different roles in different groups. Loved it!
I’m glad you enjoyed this post Archana!
I feel these days whats app is being misused. Instead of calling people on their birthday they just msg a birthday wish. It is impersonal i feel.
That’s right – we have stopped calling people as a result now!
Such a delightful post! I am the introvert the group and most of the time I feel too disinterested to participate in the group and normally do so on birthdays or anniversaries.
I know the pressure to wish is a bit too much esp in family groups!
So relatable and a fun post. I would say I am observer as I am always silent in groups. I am not in too many groups but often mute notifications during my kids exams. Also can say I am not much active on WhatsApp. Enjoyed the post.
I’m glad you liked it Sonia.
Wow, Prerna, you have got quite a list I must say. I am mostly an introvert…
Thanks for reading and sharing your type.
There are few others too – like ones whose sole purpose is crack jokes, spread only religious or political messages, share only their achievements but never wish any others etc. 🙂
I too don different roles in different groups. Some groups I would love to quit but have to stay out of a sense of obligation.
Aah good ones. I should expand this post and add them to my list too!
Yeah, well said. I fall into the silent observers category in most of the whats app groups.
Good to note that Suhasini.
This was such a fun read, Prerna. The “trendsetters” seem like the micro managers 🙂 I have been guilty of being an “observer” since I mute most of my chats.
I know what you mean dear!
That was a lost list Reading about every category made me think of people who fit in. That’s true, a funny and interesting take on WhatsApp groups and people.
I’m glad you thought so!
Oh my my..how well you have analysed and segregated each and every facet of a whatsapper 🙂 I am smiling widely while reading. Your own statement of planner and mute in family groups is what I am like also. The well wishers who perpetually send Good morning wishes..s much gyaan they share..sometimes I want to ask..”Do you even read what you are sharing? Why don’t you practice what you preach”
Hahaha Good one Harjeet. I wonder the same!
I am the introvert in most groups and the therapist in few ??. Nice and fun read.
That’s an interesting combination dear
That’s a perfect observation of kind of people on WhatsApp group. I am an observer in most of my groups.
Thanks Abha – glad you liked it!
I fall under observer and introverts. Nice post! Liked the simple explanation which is so real. I went on to think who is who on my groups:)
Srishti – glad you enjoyed this post. Feel free to share it in your whatsapp groups.
Wow this is so interesting . I am mostly introvert in family group and observer in many other groups.
I would’ve guessed that for you given your personality.
Now this is an interesting interpretation of the whatsapp users. While I am more of a observer in the huge family group of mine, I am extremely active – over enthusiasts kind in my friends/bookish groups.
I can so relate to that – much like me!
WhatsApp is good, but some people are not using it properly and spreading fake news and forward message without reading.
I know what you mean – it’s super irritating!
This post is super cool and idea to catch such different people with amazing mindsets, i just loved it.
Thanks dear – so what kind are you?
Wohoo, What a fun post. Loved the classification of the kinds of people, each one is so accurate. Am a mix between an Observer and an Enthusiast, depending on the group I am in. 🙂
Haha – I can so relate to that!
Hahahaha! I’m the admin of many groups and less active now a days. I try to forward extremely funny memes or jokes that i come across. Otherwise, I’m a silent observer mostly!
Aah Cindy. Good to note that!