More from last week's The Next Web conference. David Shing is AOL's Digital Prophet, originally from Australia, now living in New York. May be I should spell that "Digital Profit", since the content Shingy is talking about the evolution of engaging advertising copy rather than imparting information.
Update (30/4); Several readers pointed out to me an article in ValleyWag, refering to the stupid titles that seem to be plaguing the tech industry. I must admit that the title "xxxxx in residence" is wearing thin rather quickly. It's really a new name for what we used to call a manager or head of something. The best understand their job is to listen, coach and inspire more than barking orders.
I note in the article that in the comments, some added "anyone who calls themselves a futurist". There I disagree. Depends on who you are talking about.
Enjoyed the talk by telecoms futurist David Wood in London a few weeks back. He was speaking on the "Predictions, good, bad, and ugly: roadblocks en route to 2025" at the London Futurists Anticipating 2025 event. Some useful comments when you get past the introduction. I see he also found the same article and the comments on futurist.
I don't believe that David is sharing a story. More like a digital blast at the audience. Where is David taking us - and do we really want to go? I believe there are different, less scary paths. Especially if you want to share an idea rather than sell something to someone who doesn't really have a use for your brilliant product.
Update (30/4); Several readers pointed out to me an article in ValleyWag, refering to the stupid titles that seem to be plaguing the tech industry. I must admit that the title "xxxxx in residence" is wearing thin rather quickly. It's really a new name for what we used to call a manager or head of something. The best understand their job is to listen, coach and inspire more than barking orders.
I note in the article that in the comments, some added "anyone who calls themselves a futurist". There I disagree. Depends on who you are talking about.
Enjoyed the talk by telecoms futurist David Wood in London a few weeks back. He was speaking on the "Predictions, good, bad, and ugly: roadblocks en route to 2025" at the London Futurists Anticipating 2025 event. Some useful comments when you get past the introduction. I see he also found the same article and the comments on futurist.
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