In a radical break with the past, information now flows like water, and we must learn how to tap into its stream. Individuals and companies can no ...
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Feb 09, 2012
Doug
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While reading this book, I was already mentally categorizing this book as a two star, 'it would have been an interesting article in The Atlantic or the New Yorker but is a little long as a book' book, but then I stumbled on this passage:
Now, some might find this an elitist view of work. Of course, creative marketing people or talented software engineers or highly trained chemists can be passionate about their work. But what about janitors, truck drivers, or assembly-line workers?More...
Jun 20, 2010
Todd
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Hagel and his cohorts at Deloitte's Center For the Edge, a research center based in Silicon Valley, have being doing research to understand what they call The Big Shift. Their work has uncovered a variety of insights, but the most telling is the reduced profitability of today's corporations versus their counterparts forty years ago. We talk about how information, networks, and execution are changing the way individuals and institutions compete.
From the book:
"Pull is More...
From the book:
"Pull is More...
Feb 08, 2011
David
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Great book. It is a high-level business book that looks at some of the technological/business environments that have fostered success. The "Power of Pull" is about how businesses must operate in our new environment. In the past, the power of push based initiatives dominated corporate decision makeing. The authors suggest that push-based decisions require accurate foresight to be effective, as companies would forecast demand and set production in motion to meet it. In their new suggeste
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Jul 24, 2010
Oleg
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The purpose of an "Idea Book" is to introduce the reader to a new concept or a creative reorganization of old concepts. An idea book should guide as well as inspire. In either case, it should leave the reader thinking. Like a literary classic, an idea book should welcome rereading, yielding something new every time. Based on this sketch of what a good idea book should be, it is clear that most idea books are not very insightful, The Power of Pull is one of those books.
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Aug 10, 2010
Bill
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The Power of Pull succeeded in getting me to think about the hypothesis - that current business is trending away from top-down effectiveness toward bottom-up, using new networks of relationships and communication. But they didn't convince me that they have a unified theory that allows individuals and institutions to succeed in this new scheme.
The argument is built anecdote by anecdote. I don't disagree that there is a paradigm shift occurring. But a collection of anecdotes does not a More...
The argument is built anecdote by anecdote. I don't disagree that there is a paradigm shift occurring. But a collection of anecdotes does not a More...
Jan 14, 2011
Jimt43
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Another in a very long line of books in which the author has about 2 chapters worth of book and then is forced (or wants) to extend it to book length. The information in here would make a great blog or two, but not a book... give me a break! The little information contained here (I got bored and quit reading after not too long) DID give me pause and I am in the process of rethinking my approach to social media for IP2Biz.
May 03, 2010
Zane
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This is a dazzling book. I’m dazzled at every page in how crisply and concisely the 3 waves of this Big Shift are described, case studies and profiles are shared, data is presented.
I have 6 pages of notes from the book’s first 60-70 pages. Very few books have inspired that engagement.
I'm interviewing John Hagel, one of the co-authors. You can listen here: http://bit.ly/c1MOOC
I have 6 pages of notes from the book’s first 60-70 pages. Very few books have inspired that engagement.
I'm interviewing John Hagel, one of the co-authors. You can listen here: http://bit.ly/c1MOOC
Mar 23, 2011
Hans
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Frantically highlighted the earlier parts of the book, only to lose some of the interest in the latter stages. In many ways this book was a confirmation of my thinking and how I try to operate in my professional life. It has validated my thoughts on how to work with people from outside the company your work for and for trying to equate work with passion to be able to stay competitive. I really like the concept of 'return on attention' as this is increasingly difficult for me to attain and I thou
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Aug 03, 2010
David
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If you're interested in creating something or changing something you should read this book. One of the best books I've read in the last five years. Fantastic. Also follow @jhagel on twitter.
Feb 01, 2012
Noah
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Bravo! Brilliant exploration of our changing world and how to accelerate the rate at which we achieve our collective potential!
Jul 31, 2010
Fascinating 30,000 foot summary of changes in the way organisations, business, society is functioning...
May 25, 2010
Phillip
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Why business is different now than it was 20 years ago and what it means to you.
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Dec 09, 2011
Dave
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I'm having a really tough time staying focused on this book. As other reviewers have commented, there doesn't seem to be enough "meat" and the last few "Idea Books" that I've read have gone by really fast, with me coming back excited for more every time I get some free reading time. This one actually has been putting me to sleep...I think I've read the same page 4 times now. The slog is getting to be too much for me and I have a stack of other far more interesting books wa
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Jun 02, 2011
Lloyd
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"For the first time in history we are dealing with a technology that shows no sign of stabilization in terms of price / performance ratio improvement. In fact, the exponential rate of improvement of the three building blocks of digital technology - processing, storage, and transport - is likey to conintue for an indefinite period of time." pg 44.
And I say, rumininate on the idea of how this message found you.
And I say, rumininate on the idea of how this message found you.
Jun 21, 2011
Sandra
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Although a bit cerebral, the power of pull is a compelling exploration of the paradigm shift that has occurred from push to pull. The authors explore the principles of pull and how understanding and effectivly using pull can guide us through this rapidly evolving world.
The authors mainly focus the institutional level but some of the principles can be applied at the individual level.
The authors mainly focus the institutional level but some of the principles can be applied at the individual level.
Feb 07, 2012
I read half of this (audio) book in one sitting - a very compelling look at how new ideas are formed. Of particular interest to me are the passages about creating spaces with a high amount of pull. I am involved in several movements to that end.
The interesting part for me were their ideas about how innovation happens in communities.
The interesting part for me were their ideas about how innovation happens in communities.
Dec 28, 2010
Darius
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Good analysis, ok as a book. Drags on a bit. But if the topic interests you, i's worth pressing through for the brilliant bits.
May 30, 2010
Peter
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Just finished it. Great book. Gives you adrenaline shot if you are already somewhat passionate. Slows down 3/4 in the book. As with many books, the intro gives the file-rouge, and the rest of the book builds on many variations. Expected more.
Nov 28, 2010
John
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A very good book and reflect our times. Some of this might be common sense and already folks practicing the same. Overall enjoyed reading this and reinforced my beliefs on this subject that the trajectory is right.
Dec 27, 2011
I read this a while ago and can't remember a thing other than I was really trying hard to make sure I could remember something from this book in order to employ it to my professional practice.
Nov 13, 2011
Kevin
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This was a difficult read, trying to tackle a rather obscure topic and not doing a great job. But I think the topic is profound so it was worth the read. It was good fodder for thought.
Sep 11, 2011
Meghan
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A good, "big picture" look at the phenomenon of how the web has shaped the way we share and consume information. A little repetitive and dry at times, but overall a worthwhile read.
Nov 28, 2010
theresa
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Unless you're looking for an airport bookstore business self-help book, read The Social Life of Information instead! Disappointing.
May 08, 2010
Have not read it but saw this audio interview
http://itc.conversationsnetwork.org/show...
I haven't listened to it yet.
http://itc.conversationsnetwork.org/show...
I haven't listened to it yet.
Jun 09, 2010
Peter
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Be involved in communities. Create communities. The whole is greater than its parts. When you're part of something, you can do more. You can't lead without a community to lead. If you're not part of a community, you're missing a lot, and you could be out of business. "Pull" is not Customer-Centered product development. It's a new concept. It's about providing for a community, and by giving to that community and providing a mechanism for them to use and give back, you can get ba
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