It seems the most logical way to encourage such an effort involves supporting and enhancing existing collaborations. It would be most strategic to amplify existing efforts.
Observations
Shiny often trumps truly transformative (and is mistaken for it)
I’m not really sure if these new live streaming apps are transformative or if they’re informative and influential in terms of how the existing ones will evolve over time.
Why aren’t Twitter accounts for utilities verified?
Twitter grants verified accounts status to celebrities, athletes, and brands. A status update on Facebook today has me wondering why we don’t see more utilities recognized as brands (& just how helpful that designation could be during an emergency).
The power of an inspiring award
Sometimes all it takes is a simple tweet, or a mention in a blog post for you to let someone know you inspire them. You never know – sometimes that person may need some inspiration as well…
Consolidating local print media on the front porch
There are still several print publications doing their best to deliver news and information to you. Maybe it’s time to consider taking that to the next level and delivering it directly to you in an effort to reduce costs and making it easier to sustain…