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To One of the Weird Ones
So your streams are probably filled with Steve Jobs links today. For repeating some of it here I apologize in advance. Seth Godin wrote a short eulogy to Steve Jobs yesterday. He spoke about the devices he created. I think...
My Negative Outlook
It has been pointed out that I tend to have a negative outlook. I don't know how fair that statement is but I'll give you my view of the world. I'm an American. This is the greatest country in the...
Not a Political Piece
This isn't meant to be political but more like here are some thoughts for digestion. This first is from FCC Commish Copps (thanks to Benton Foundation): "I think most of you understand how important the Internet and access to high-speed...
Cricket Brought Dave
Tonight starting at 10:30 PM Cricket streamed the Mile High Music Festival. 2.5 hours later, Dave Matthews Band is still jamming with a mix of crowd favorites (like Two Step, Ants Marching and Jimi Things) and songs that they don't...
Brain Drain and TBTF
This is about tech in general and very specific to my current location. Kind of a rant.There was an article in the St. Pete Times about the Tampa Bay Technology Forum working on a state-wide initiative. State-wide? What about a...
A Message from the Fellows
I attended the University of Tampa Fellows Forum this morning. Verizon was the presenting sponsor so I got to listen to Michelle Robinson, President, Southeast Region, Verizon, gush about how wonderful VZ is. Point of order, Michhelle. You said that...
What Matters Now
Seth Godin released a free e-book titled What Matters Now. It is a collection of thoughts from many folks. Rich and I didn't get tagged to submit, but I'm following Seth's advice to add my thoughts here.Seth begins by writing:"When...
Two Big Problems in DC
Arnold Schwarzenegger was on ABC's Sunday morning news with George. he had the best analogy I have heard: As a patient, when the oncology team diagnoses you with cancer, you want a unified solution, not a bunch of doctors arguing...
Job Hunting
As unemployment rises (along with layoffs) and fewer jobs are being created, people need help job hunting. I get hit up for help all the time. Success Secret #4: Build It Before You Need It. Create a LinkedIn profile -...
