Dec 15th 09
Posted by Arnold in Blogs, etc., Webby
I have downloaded today marketing guru and “great thinker of the simplified” Seth Godin new e-book “What Matters Now”. A book with collaboration with great thinkers, it’s a great way to start a new year. Download yours, like right now!
Now, more than ever, we need to shake things up.
Now, more than ever, we need a different way of thinking, a useful way to focus and the energy to turn the game around. I hope a new ebook I’ve organized will get you started on that path. It took months, but I think you’ll find it worth the effort. (Downloadhere).
Here are more than seventy big thinkers, each sharing an idea for you to think about as we head into the new year. From bestselling author Elizabeth Gilbert to brilliant tech thinker Kevin Kelly, from publisher Tim O’Reilly to radio host Dave Ramsey, there are some important people riffing about important ideas here. The ebook includes Tom Peters, Jackie Huba and Jason Fried, along with Gina Trapani, Bill Taylor and Alan Webber.
Sep 30th 09
Posted by Arnold in Too Personal, Webby
Months ago, I had a long post about the subject of authenticity on the internet. This topic has once again become relevant.
- an OFW allegedly posted an insensitive post on Facebook in the midst of the Ondoy tragedy. Out of anger, “she” was mugged virtually. It was just alright, I guess, if Jacqueline Bermejo is not a real person. But she is. And the issue tainted her dignity. Here’s her official statement.
- this one is on the other side of the spectrum. Mickey Arroyo, son of the president, was allegedly “caught on cam” to have been buying alcohol in the middle of the typhoon. Very insensitive they said. But he denied that that that picture was taken during that time. So, the “poor guy”, being feasted on Facebook, wants to censor the use of these social networks altogether as if we’re China or Afganistan. I’d like to see him head the censorship group and see how he accomplishes that.
- because of the tragedy, a lot has reportedly using fake “donation centers” and asking for Paypal donations. Will you believe these right away out of your genuine compassion?
The internet can either make you or break you. Be wise. Be useful.
DON’T believe everything you see on the internet. Rule no. 1.
May 15th 09
Posted by Arnold in Webby
First of all, let me state where I am as a Filipino on this issue: Martin Nievera did really well in singing our National Anthem during the Paquiao-Hatton fight in Las Vegas, Nevada. As a Filipino, seeing him sing the anthem with class, with passion and with energy — it makes me proud.
The guy is under tremendous pressure right now as some think he did our anthem injustice when he created an arrangement that is, according them, against what the law prescribed.
Well, it’s just me, but I simply think that we all need to grow up.
Now, having said that, I don’t think Martin needs to make an alibi for doing his choice of arrangement. But in today’s column at Philippine Star, he does seem to make one. This time, he said, it was Robin, his eldest son’s mistake. Or something like that. Oh, well, not really blaming his kid. Nonetheless, I don’t think it’s really needed.
In my opinion, let’s just leave the guy alone. He kicked Sir Tom Jones’ ass during that night. It’s enough for me.
Apr 22nd 09
Posted by Arnold in All in a days work, Webby
While conceptualizing for a message I will deliver at Grace Place on May 17 for our “In the Grip of Grace” series, I reviewed a pinoy hip hop song “Gusto kong bumaet” by hip hop group Death Threat. I’m not the hip hop type, but because of it’s popularity, the song does ring in my head.
I’m amazed with the profoundness of the lyrics. These guys are theologians in their own rights. Read the partial lyrics below, then read Romans 7.
Gusto kong bumait pero hindi ko magawa
Kaya ngayo’y pumapatak ang aking mga luha
Nagsi-sisi
Tahimik ako’y nako-konsyensa
Sa mata ng ama
Ako’y isang itim na tupa
Ang kasalanan
Lagi ko ng iniiwasan
Pero di sya naalis
Ayaw nya kong lubayan
Bakit kaya ako laging sumasabit
Paulit-ulit
Nangu-ngulit
Parating nagiinit
O TUKSO LAYUAN MO AKO KAPAG NANDYAN KA AKO’Y
NAUUTO MO,TINURO MONG LAHAT NG BAWAL AY MASARAP
MALI TO KAYAT AKO NGAYO’Y HIRAP NA HIRAP.
Gusto kong bumaet pero di ko magawa.
Listen via Youtube. Full lyrics here.
Dec 29th 08
Posted by Arnold in All in a days work, Webby
A lot are predicting the worst for 2009. The economy in decline, jobs are going down the drain. In times like these, wisdom such as that of Steve Larsen, veteran CEO and currently co-founder of Krugle is a sure encouragement:
“I think the doom and gloom crowd are getting too much airtime. Look for opportunities. Difficult times are when they’ll most likely occur. When we’re at ‘steady state’ and things are normal, good opportunities are much harder to find with GREAT opportunities nearly impossible. It is during periods of tumult and transition when you can spot things that lead to the greatest returns—if you are alert. So be alert.”
