Solis and “Lifescale” received prominent mention among other high-profile presenters at SXSW 2019 in a CMSWire article by Brian Wallace about how LinkedIn dominated the event this year. After launching the piece discussing the popularity of The LinkedIn Studio, the author writes: “Among the presenters were analyst Brian Solis, social media strategist Goldie Chan and actress and producer Mindy Kaling. Chan, who is known on LinkedIn for her brand management insights, talked about managing your brand’s online reputation. Solis, who…
Brian Solis Is Mentioned In A Forbes Article on the ROBO (Research Online, Buy Offline) Economy
Solis received a mention in a Forbes article by contributor Jia Wertz entitled, “Authentic Salesmanship Is Key to Success in the Research Online, Buy Offline (ROBO) Economy. The ROBO economy is a trend in consumer purchasing behavior where they research online reviews prior to making any in-store purchases. 56% of online shoppers read online reviews before buying. Towards the end of a section of the article called “Access to Information,” Wertz writes, “Swiping or tapping to the nearest competitor…
Attention is a Currency: When it Comes to Digital Distractions, We are Spending More Than We can Afford
“Our attention is traded as a commodity. The more of it we spend on any given platform or vice, the more hosts can sell it for.” 🤳 This was a hard message to take to a massive event rooted in the very platforms at the center of so much disruption. But, the more we know (and embrace) the devastating effects of the dark side (and underbelly) of social media and digital distractions, the more we can take control. We can then…
BRIAN SOLIS BECOMES A VOICE IN AWAKENING
In addition to ending the stress and burnout epidemic in America’s corporate culture, one of Thrive Global’s missions is to create a healthier relationship with technology. To that end, Solis was interviewed about Lifescale for the platform by David Hoffmeister, a modern day mystic, teacher of “A Course in Miracles” and author of “This Moment is Your Miracle.” In the piece, Solis shares the key message that we’re all susceptible to productivity-crushing digital distraction. He also offers three top lessons…
Brian Solis’ SXSW 2019 Lifescale Launch Party Praised on NICKSAV Film & Music Show Podcast
Solis’ launch party for Lifescale at SXSW 2019 was singled out for special praise on podcaster Nick Savides’ NICKSAV Film & Music Show (nicksav.show) covering the festival. On an episode called “Notable, Films Music and Experiences,” Savides says that Solis’ earnest presentation helped him center himself and be present amidst an even that can be full of chaos, distractions and the feeling of having to rush off to the next event. The host was impressed by Solis’ philosophy of taking…
How To Avoid Distractions as Marketer
Social Media Examiner, known as the world’s largest social media marketing resource, interviewed Solis upon the release of Lifescale: How to Live a More Creative, Productive and Happy Life. Writer Michael Stelzner poses these essential questions to start the comprehensive piece about how our life of distractions and social media addictions plays into digital marketing: Does social media distract you from work and life? Wondering how to stay focused despite online interruptions? The topics he and Solis explore include: Understanding…
TopRank Marketing Highlights Points from Solis’ Session at Social Media Marketing World 2019.
TopRank Marketing, a first-choice digital marketing agency for major brands, shared a point by point summary of Solis’ thoughts on digital distraction and business from his session at Social Media Marketing World 2019. Key points: Solis isn’t suggesting that we stop using technology, he’s just suggesting we use it in a different way – for creativity rather than simply productivity. Getting over our digital distractions boils down to one thing – awareness. If we’re aware of…
The Past, Present and Future of Social Media – How We Fell to the Dark Side and Why the Force is with Us
It was 2017 when I failed to deliver what would have been my eighth book. At the time, I was approaching the two year anniversary of the release of my previous work, X: The Experience When Business Meets Design. I was feeling the pressure to deliver. At the same time, my goal was to amplify my reach as an author, speaker and also as an authentic voice in a sea rife with other brilliant minds and more so, exceptional marketers. But,…
Brian Solis Gets Two Key Mentions in WebProNews “5 Takeaways From SXSW 2019” Article
Solis merited two important mentions in WebProNews summary coverage of SXSW 2019. In an article by Brian Wallace entitled “5 Takeaways from SXSW 2019,” he is mentioned first in the #1 section, “LinkedIn went way bigger than last year.” Wallace writes, “There were multiple stations for a series of creator speeches that included Brian Solis and his new book Lifescale…” Solis is also referred to in the #4 section entitled “The Mercedes TechSet Lounge is SXSW’s best kept secret. Wallace…
Grin Names Solis One of Nine Leading Speakers Who Can Help You Boost Your Influencer Network
In an article about the art of public speaking, Brandon Brown, CEO of Grin, chose Solis as one of nine public speakers from the digital marketing domain “who make public speaking seem like an easy task.” The goal of the curated list is to help people understand how these experts can boost their influencer network. Solis is described in his entry as “a leading keynote speaker for digital marketing events globally. He speaks at conferences, summits and corporate events.”…
