by Clint | May 5, 2009 | Cross-cultural perspectives, Global virtual teams, ICT4D, Key Questions
If so much of “development” aid has failed (see previous blog entry), representing brilliant minds and billions of dollars spent on causes which often have done more harm than good, what can we do that will actually make the world a better place? And can...
by Clint | May 3, 2009 | Cross-cultural perspectives, Global virtual teams, ICT4D, Key Questions
The purpose of this blog entry is to continue some of the momentum from recent discussions regarding development — to add to the discussion and open it up for your most recent thoughts/ideas/questions. It is such a key, central concept in so much of the work we...
by Clint | Apr 12, 2009 | Cross-cultural perspectives, ICT4D, Innovation, International business, Key Questions
One of the most common things I hear from people in developing countries is that there is a lack of hope – or a lack of belief that they can succeed because of ____ [insert reason]. (you name the excuse, and I’ve heard it) Seeing examples of people who are...
by Clint | Dec 1, 2008 | ICT4D, Key Questions
What does “critical thinking” mean to you? (Or do you like better the idea of “crucial thinking”?) How do higher level thinking skills apply to the work that you do? How do you think you can develop your ability to effectively think through complex issues (asking more...
by Clint | Nov 19, 2008 | Key Questions, Religion
In the last 6 months I have been to almost a dozen countries presenting at conferences or attending valuable workshops. One of the most interesting presentations I was asked by Fred and Marilyn Matis to give was at a meeting (called a “fireside”) that is for members...
by Clint | Oct 18, 2008 | ICT4D, Intercultural communication, Key Questions, Religion
What can one person do to make the world a better, safer place? In a previous blog entry I talked about meeting Nelson Mandela, who is such an inspirational character. On Tuesday of this week I met and shook hands with his predecessor as president of South Africa,...
