Polyworkers is becoming a term to describe gig workers, freelancers, consultants, contractors, free-agents and even solopreneurs. In other words, those who choose to work multiple jobs typically out of desire rather than necessity. The idea’s not new but now the word polyworkers describes those (mostly next-geners) who serve multiple clients and pursue multiple interests.Sources: Rochester Business Journal (paywall) and Forbes.Why is than an...
A Glasgow nightclub is using its patrons’ body heat to warm and cool itself. Read more in this article at Fast Company. Ceiling fans suck hot air into boreholes under the building, where surrounding rock holds it like a battery. Need heat? The system reverses. It’s like human hydrokinetic energy!
Last week I got a call from a friend who I haven’t heard from in many, many years. As we caught up, it became clear he’s done a fabulous job of developing a business that grew steadily and become very successful. Like me, he’s worked really hard and has taken risks. Whereas his path was relatively straightforward, mine was somewhat different. My track record with employers together with a sometimes painful and lonely climb, was reflected...
There is an ongong debate between specialists who have expertise in a limited area, versus generalists who have divergent skills in a variety of areas. Mainstream society generally favours specialists over generalists, partly due to their perceived expertise and educational credentials. However, in today's uncertain, complex and increasingly volatile world there are growing questions as to whether or not our education system can afford to...
Many of us working at the grassroots levels of our communities have been saying for years that networks are more powerful than hierarchies. However, it may have taken a pandemic to make it clearer to those like Malcolm Gladwell who shares his thoughts in this article for INC. Community builders, this is your time to shine. |
