Change and 2008
Posted by austin under Blogging
It’s the time of year where change is on the brain for most people.
Throughout the holidays we see people reflecting on the past year, making resolutions for the coming year and predictions on what will be different. The word change get’s passed around a lot.
We have the pleasure of watching the word be mangled in the US Presidential primaries as every candidate jockeys to be the change candidate.
We see the predictions from pundits, economists and an assortment of talking heads about what the new year holds in store for people.
From personal change, corporate change, social change and global change everyone wants to get into the fray of talking about what will be better in the coming year.
For me 2008 is shaping up to be exciting year as both Akoha and Standout Jobs are getting ready to launch their products this year.
While my blog went kind of dark over the last six months we were hard at work in a number of areas getting ready for 2008. You can expect to see more posts from me as we move to get ready to release our products. I’ll also be continuing to work in the communities I enjoy that are all showing so much promise for 2008.
I get up every morning determined to both change the world and have one hell of a good time. Sometimes this makes planning my day difficult. E. B. White (1899 - 1985)
In thinking about my own optimism and excitement for the coming year I came across a 
book from Edge.org (one of my favorite websites) that includes some of the top minds in the world answering the question "What are you Optimistic About?".
This is a printed version of last year’s Edge annual question and includes some incredible essays on some of the most positive changes we are seeing throughout our society. John Brockman the editor of Edge has collected answers from some of my favourite thinkers making this one of my favorite books of the year.
You can see most of the essays online at 2007 Edge Annual Question.
Also check out the 2008 Edge Annual Question, "What have your change your mind about? And Why?".
I’d love to hear from any of you what you are optimistic about?
Here’s wishing everyone the gift of change for the New Year.
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