081110 Daily Links (Nov 10, 2008)

On November 10, 2008, in All, Daily Links, JohnSumser.com, by John Sumser

  • Thought For The Day: "In auspicious times, what was impossible six months ago is inadequate today."
  • The genius behind Steve
    This look at Apple paints a clear picture of the mundane logistics excellence required to deliver sexy design. It paints an interesting picture of the role of an Operations executive. Good background. Tim Cook, Apple’s COO was a placement by John Thompson at Heidrick & Struggles. This is also a good piece to spur your thinking on succession planning.
  • How this and this.
  • How Obama Tapped Into Social Networks’ Power
    Will social network cronyism be the first full-tilt scandal in the Obama administration?…"As a result, when he arrives at 1600 Pennsylvania, Mr. Obama will have not just a political base, but a database, millions of names of supporters who can be engaged almost instantly. And there’s every reason to believe that he will use the network not just to campaign, but to govern. His e-mail message to supporters on Tuesday night included the line, “We have a lot of work to do to get our country back on track, and I’ll be in touch soon about what comes next.” The incoming administration is already open for business on the Web at Change.gov, a digital gateway for the transition."
  • Sarah Palin vs. CareerBuilder on Facebook
    CareerBuilder’s investment in Facebook ads is not producing results (you’d think job board traffic would be exploding right now.)
  • Many Retirees Must Return to the Workforce
    Art Koff, the world’s expert on the subject offers 6 tips for seniors seeking employment
     

 
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