Somewhere along the way, we got distracted. As much as we multitask, love our devices and feel like we’re in control, deep down we know that something is off. Shortened attention spans, declines in critical thinking, lack of sleep, self-doubt and decreased creativity are just some of the effects coming to light in an age of digital distraction. It’s time to reclaim our lives. It’s time to take control. We are the first generation to deal with tech overload. All…
Rewired for Distractions
Why do we reach for our phone continually, and why do we buy online the things we do? Brian Solis is a digital anthropologist and he joined Meeting Minds to discuss what it means to be “rewired for distractions”. The interview is also available on Apple Podcasts.
Brian Solis Lauded for Bringing Fresh Insight as Keynote Leadership and Innovation Speaker
“Finding the right speaker can make or break the success of your event,” noted ReadWrite’s Brad Anderson in a piece on the Connected World and IoT media platform profiling popular keynote speakers who are leading their industries. “Consider choosing a speaker specific to your industry for a personalized experience that will resonate with your audience,” Anderson notes in a list that named Brian Solis among 7 Keynote Leadership Speakers Bringing Fresh Insight to Their Industries. Brian Solis Brian Solis has…
Not Every Voice Deserves an Audience; But You’re not Just Another Voice
My friend Damian Corbet just released a new book, “Social CEO, The: How Social Media Can Make You A Stronger Leader.” As he was developing the manuscript, he reached out to ask if I’d write the foreword. After reading his work, the answer was, “absolutely!” I asked if I could share the foreword with you here…. Not Every Voice Deserves an Audience; But You’re not Just Another Voice If you’re reading this I’m going to make a series of assumptions…
5G Wireless Technology Holds ‘Possibilities No One Has Imagined,’ Solis Tells Inc.
Digital analyst Brian Solis put his forecasting skills to use for Inc.’s Kimberly Weisul in a piece on the future of 5G technology titled 5 Ways to Find the Next Billion-Dollar Business Idea on the Order of a Google or Netflix. “There are possibilities no one has imagined.” Solis told Inc. “The new killer apps will build upon that,” he says, mixing elements of virtual and augmented reality in what’s known as mixed reality. On the subject of the supercharged…
How Distractions and the Multitasking Myth Hurt Employee Productivity and Focus
Dear managers and HR professionals, today’s global health disruption is accelerating another pandemic, a digital pandemic… Work collaboration tools were supposed to help us reduce time spent on unnecessary emails. However, studies show that employees still spend an average of 209 minutes – three and a half hours – each day checking email. While that’s down from 256 minutes in 2016, it seems that collaborative apps aren’t replacing email, but simply adding yet another layer of distraction during our workday….
Brian Solis Keynote on the Novel Economy and the Rise of Generation-N a Hit at Hotwire Rewired Global Event
Brian Solis’ global keynote at Hotwire’s Bootcamp in July 2020 was a big hit. Hotwire U.S. president Barbara Bates shared the following with Brian following the event… Thank you so much for providing the Tech Keynote at Hotwire’s Bootcamp. It was an absolute hit! Many of us are still talking about the perspective you gave on the novel economy and how refreshing your insights are. We’ve already seen our team start to integrate your language and terminology into their own…
The Ultimate Disruption: The COVID-19 pandemic led to a seismic shift in consumer behavior
The first issue of CORE Magazine published by Epsilon features new research by Brian Solis on disruption, the Novel Economy and new consumerism. The Ultimate Disruption As the virus swept the globe, brands changed how they inter- acted with customers due to social distancing and stay-at- home orders. Consumer perspectives about making purchases also shifted with fluctuations in the stock market, skyrocket- ing unemployment and supply chain issues. As many people lost their jobs and those still earning a paycheck…
The COVID-19 pandemic led to a seismic shift in consumer behavior and the future of brand
The first issue of CORE Magazine published by Epsilon features some of my new research on disruption, the Novel Economy and new consumerism. I’d like to share it with you below… The Ultimate Disruption: The COVID-19 pandemic led to a seismic shift in consumer behavior As the virus swept the globe, brands changed how they inter- acted with customers due to social distancing and stay-at- home orders. Consumer perspectives about making purchases also shifted with fluctuations in the stock market, skyrocket-…
Digital Branding Institute Names Brian Solis One of Nine Digital Thought Leaders to Follow in 2020
Is your organization ready for the future as technology and consumer tastes continue to change? Writing for the Digital Branding Institute, digital strategist Juntae DeLane asserts that keeping up with his list of Digital Thought Leaders to Follow in 2020 can provide daily inspiration to remain 10 steps ahead of the pack. Among the nine powerhouse thought leaders on the list is digital anthropologist Brian Solis, who DeLane lauds for his work studying disruptive technology and its effect on business,…
