There is a stone in the forest across the waters, the Straight of Juan de Fuca, from where I live. Its a small stone. I haven’t seen it, though apparently, when I locate it, I will hear what ‘quiet’ sounds like. The quiet results from the interaction of many connected things, extending far from that […]
Public Good: It starts with seeing the big picture in small things
November 19, 2014 by · Leave a Comment
Virtual Collaboration e-course helps you make a difference
November 5, 2014 by · Leave a Comment
I’m feeling ok. My e-course, Virtual Collaboration: Effective Communications, Strategies and Tools for Working Together from a Distance, is ready and shipped. Get it here. Ever since I first read Stafford Beer’s ‘Designing Freedom’ (created for 1973 CBC Massey Lectures) over 30 years ago, I have taken a cup half full view on technology. Sure, technology frustrates, infuriates, […]
The Price of Convenience: Loss of Connection and Relationship
September 18, 2014 by · Leave a Comment
With a few keyboard strokes, you have it; whatever it is. A book, groceries, someone to clean your home… And, at such a convenient price,too! What’s the rub? How about loss of connection and relationship? From a Washington Post article last week about Homejoy (h/t to Jarche for the link), a cleaning services web start-up. …That’s the […]
