An interesting video for those of you, like me, who are interested to anticipate the future, and dream about new products and services that will shape our future. This reminds me a series of books I read a couple of years ago called "Popcorn report" if I remember correctly...
Actualy while writing this post, I spent 2 minutes google-ling "popcorn report", I found out Faith Popcorn is still active... no new publication (as far as I can see), but a website: http://www.faithpopcorn.com/
Hi Folks,
Some people have asked me about a comment I posted on Linkedin about this book re why this book has been a revelation for me... So here is my explanation:
This book has helped realizing how much flat the world has became in terms of potential activity outsourcing, and how much this pattern is and will reshape how we do business at the macro and micro level in one hand.
In addition, it has helped me better understand my personal ecosystem and future (present to be honest) personal challenges... Now working and competing globally have became a must not only at the corporate level but at the personal level as well.
In conclusion, a revelation of new threats and opportunities in this new era...
By the way, I've started reading the next volume from Friedman: "Hot, Flat, and crowded"...
Stay tuned!
Yohan
Pardon me for the size the video that doesn't perfectly fit in my blog layout, but I believe the below video from MIT WORLD may be valuable for some of you:
Hello All, I've listened to a interesting podcast from manager-tool last week about a new trend in hiring.
This cast describes how to increase your chances of re-hiring someone who has left your organization. They’re called Boomerangs!
There really IS a war for talent going on today. Demographics are in many ways working against us, reducing the labor pool, as well as changing the nature of work and the relationships “employees” have with their “employers”. Frankly, it’s harder than ever - and will KEEP GETTING HARDER - to find and hire high caliber associates.
One effective technique is hiring former employees, or “Boomerangs”. 20 or 30 years ago, it was unheard of. The reasons then seemed to make sense … but now?
This cast will tell you what to do with Boomerangs.
Enjoy it! This is an excellent opportunity for me to thank Mike and Mark on their incredible work.
