Archive | April, 2008

What Happens in Twitter Stays in Twitter

There is a certain art to keeping a balance between the twitterverse and reality. Dramas happen every day in 140 character bits. One of the ones I remember the most is between @loiclemeur and @techcrunch about TED. Arrington (www.techcrunch.com) was completely appalled that someone would spend so much money in a conference while Loic (www.seesmic.com) was 100% [...]

Twitter and the loss of storytelling

I love stories that start with “Once upon a time …”. I enjoy discovering a new book that engages you and transport you through the ages to times long gone or times that might never be. In a few words, I love the art of storytelling.  A practice that to this day remains the only [...]

Latin American countries struggle between Sovereignty, Corruption and Progress

The choice between right and wrong is not always clear. Latin American countries have struggled for decades to find a balance between sustainability and progress, between right and wrong. Furthermore, the need to uphold the pride of a sovereign nation in the eyes of the international community is of paramount importance for any country around [...]

Micro-influence goes a long way

Why to invest in podcasting, blog, wikis, twitter and such? Because micro-influence goes a long way. Micro-influencing is the word-of-mouth effect that you can guide without manipulating. We value recommendations and suggestions from friends, neighbors and family – our trusted sources and through social channels you can strengthen you brand. Our trusted sources are increasingly turning to [...]

You: Good People Day

Thanks to the good people That stay up all night build the new big thing – night after friggin night. dreaming up concepts and [random] thoughts on how to split an atom that manage the ultimate startup – your family. …and let me in some secrets For staying true to your self Thank you – [...]

A Funny Look Back At How My Internet Name Came To Be (circa 1995)

Many years ago (circa 1995), I was coming back from the daily routine in Ecuador: whitewater rafting in the White River. A beautiful class III river that ran through the Andes mountains into the Pacific Coast. Almost every night after the trip I would go with my friends to the internet cafe–one of a few in Quito. We would go there not to use the internet but to drink coffee. I knew coffee. I liked coffee a lot then as I do now.