What are the jobs of the future? The demographics of an aging population suggests health care will be big, say some. Data science is scheduled to explode , suggest others, or maybe anything computer-related is a solid bet. But let’s be honest, predicting exact job titles set to soar or the fates of specific sectors is nearly impossible. MORE >>

As a followup from my week facilitating Change11 , the amazing Valerie blew my mind with her video summary and synthesis of the week. No, it was much more than that. Take a look if you are interested in this idea of the social artist. Valerie, you ROCK! facilitation change11 social artist MORE >>

I think one of the most valuable aspects of our newly-launched book Getting Results From Crowds is the analysis of Crowd Business Models. We have created a framework that identifies 7 fundamental crowd business models (plus non-profits), and done an analysis of the monetization mechanisms and success factors behind each one. MORE >>

Financial market sentiment around Jive’s growth prospects will now play an increasingly important role in the broader space they have come from. The big leagues are crowded and finding space to grow as a platform will be challenging but possible MORE >>

This week, #change11 is being hosted by Jan Herrington (who I had the pleasure of meeting in West Australia many years ago; highly recommended). She’s talking about authentic learning , and has a nice matrix separating task type and setting to help characterize her approach. saw five of the teams present, and it was fascinating.  I MORE >>