Even though the term is inextricably linked with web3, the popular virtual worlds often referenced today are closer to web2 in operation and business models than they are to a decentralized platform. Roblox, Fortnite, World of Warcraft, Meta (formerly Facebook) Horizon Worlds, Second Life, Decentraland, are all in their own way example of an evolving metaverse. The original term was coined by Neal Stephenson in his 1992 science fiction novel, “Snow Crash.” In it, he envisioned a place where humans,…
Innovative Leadership vs. Management
“Innovation is about shifting from a culture of management to a culture of leadership.” via The Economic Times
Podcast: The Future of Global Retail
In this episode, Retail Doctor Group welcomes Brian Solis, a global innovation evangelist from Salesforce, from the US to discuss the changes in the global retail sector, particularly shoppers’ behaviours, that are accelerated by the pandemic. Brian Solis and our CEO Brian Walker will together explore emerging concepts such as “Shopping at the edge” and how retailers can apply new technology and insights to maximize engagement at all touchpoints on the customer journey. We hope you enjoy the session.
MarketingFacts – Brian Solis (Salesforce): “Marketing kan zich heruitvinden als Customer Experience discipline”
While in Brussels, I had a very welcome opportunity to speak with Matthijs van den Broek, MarketingFacts: Innovative in Marketing, after all of these years. What a pleasure! Source: MarketingFacts In aanloop naar The Next Web 2022 (vandaag en gisteren) sprak ik met Brian Solis, keynote speaker, onderzoeker, ex-Altimeter. Een mooi weerzien, na een jaar of 12. De carrière van Solis is tot nu toe best indrukwekkend, niet alleen gezien waar hij nu staat (high-end adviseur van Marc Benioff bij…
ANA: How Do Marketers Express Digital Empathy?
via ANA Champions of Growth podcast, Matthew Schwart, host Empathy-based marketing has become a growing part of the conversation among brands and organizations looking to engage their audiences more effectively and strengthen relationships. But with an online-first marketing strategy how do companies practice so-called digital empathy? And how do you see the world through another person’s eyes via an algorithm? Brian Solis, VP-global innovation evangelist at Salesforce, refers to digital empathy as the “love language.” It’s the subject line in…
Frankwatching: 5 tech-trends met directe impact op je leven (& hoe je er gezond mee omgaat)
via Kim Pot, Frankwatching De ontwikkelingen in tech-land gaan sneller dan we kunnen bijhouden. Dat is heel spannend, want het brengt ons letterlijk verder dan ooit, en dat is niet alleen de ruimte in. Tech dringt ook onze levens, en zelfs lichamen, binnen. Het maakt het leven veelal makkelijker, productiever en creatiever, maar het is belangrijk te blijven letten op de ongezonde kanten. We moeten als mens balans zien te vinden in de omgang met tech, want voor je het…
CRYPTOGLOBE: Beyond Money-Motivated Projects – The State and Promise of web3
via Siamak Masnavi of CRYPTOGLOBE On Monday (June 13), American serial entrepreneur and technology investor Kevin Rose commented on Ethereum, Web3, and the current crypto market conditions. Rose currently works as a partner at True Ventures, where he is focused on “blockchain (NFTs, cryptocurrency, DeFi), consumer internet, and health/wellness.” He also hosts the “PROOF” and “Modern Finance” podcasts. Some of Rose’s angel investments are Twitter, Square, Foursquare, Nextdoor, Blue Bottle Coffee, and Facebook. On Monday, Rose told his over 1.6…
Social is more about sociology and psychology than it is technology
A quote I originally published circa 2007 was recently shared on Caso Cerrado on by the one and only Dra. Ana María Polo. “Social is more about sociology and psychology than it is technology.” Muchísimas gracias, Ana! 🙏
The Importance of Digital Wellness, Self-Care, and New Skills in a Hybrid World
This is a time for new leadership… In March 2020, we became a digital-first world. We didn’t really have a choice otherwise. Everything changed overnight. We had to figure out how to keep up. We had to learn how to adapt. We’re still learning. We’re still trying to figure out what new role we’re supposed to play in this new future. As leaders, it’s not just about leading the accelerated digital transformation for our companies. It’s also about understanding and…
INFOSECURITY Magazine: Solving the Gen-N Security Dilemma
Via Infosecurity – Simon Wilson CTO, UK and Ireland, Aruba Networks No matter the industry you’re in, hybrid work is the talk of the town. How do you enable it? What considerations do you need to make for employees? There are a range of questions to ask, but perhaps one thing that is glanced over is how the behaviors of employees drive your hybrid strategy. Cast your mind back a year and a half; likely you were working remotely. This…
