In this article, Alex Sharpe uses the Coronavirus as an example to explain why a period of disruption offers a great opportunity to pivot. The CORONA Virus is rocking our worlds – no doubt. It is a scary time with lots of uncertainty. Fortunately, times like this cause a disruption which also means opportunity. For many of us that is not easy to hear as we watch businesses struggle and industries change. It is even harder as we hear about…

  Alex Sharpe shares a post from the archives that illustrates the pertinence and importance of social media as critical infrastructure.  “If you can spy on a network, you can manipulate it. It is already included. The only thing you need is an active will.”Michael Hayden, Former Director, NSA and Former Director, CIA. Social Media is getting lots of attention especially with the upcoming election. There is good reason, but Social Media is not only an election issue. Social Media…

  Alex Sharpe takes a look at where we are, where we’re going, and why history can help us identify possible opportunities. The CORONA Virus is rocking our worlds – no doubt. It is a scary time with lots of uncertainty. Fortunately, times like this cause a disruption which also means opportunity. For many of us that is not easy to hear as we watch businesses struggle and industries change. It is even harder as we hear about the loss…