As we established previously, culture is an emergent characteristic of sustained communication within a social organization. Rules of behavior are established through the creation and exchange of meaning, Read more
Synthesis, Part 3: Ecology of Collapse
“If I had one hour to save the world, I would spend 55 minutes defining the problem and 5 minutes finding the solution.” – Albert Einstein
Synthesis, Part 2: We Need to Talk
Based on our previous understanding of a living system, social networks require two things to sustain themselves: identity and communication. Individuals within the network will coordinate rules of behavior, social norms, beliefs, Read more
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Synthesis, Part 1: Living Systems
What is the difference between you and I? Where do I end and you begin? Identity of self is a fundamental characteristic of any living system. Let’s put this in the context of a single-cell organism: the simplest form of life on Earth. Read more
Killer Bike Locks
Recognizing that a great idea is really only as great as its execution, this exercise focused on the behind-the-scenes mechanics of product development: financial feasibility and market development. Read more
