It's been a while that a video clip moved me to post it to my website. I thought this clip (and its narration from Alan Watts, noted thinker and lecturer) a noble reminder to parents that our true motivation should be that of raising our children to be happy, not what society deems as successful.

Nov 28
Nov 28 The Ghost in the Machine: Technology Begets Insanity – Part II

Justice Mitchell

Content, People, Technology, Trends

I figured I'd post this right away because 'oh guess what?' I don't like to wait for anything either! -- This is the second post of a two-part series about how the rapid acceleration of information distribution contributes to an epidemic of anxiety.

Nov 27
Nov 27 The Ghost in the Machine: Technology Begets Insanity - Part One

Justice Mitchell

Education, People, Process, Research

This is an interesting subject for me to approach, for it has to do with me personally as well as countless people I feel extremely close to. We are increasingly a society that reaches for pharmaceutical assistance in order to maintain “normality.” About a decade ago, midway through my career, I reached a point where I thought something was wrong with me mentally. Years later I learned this was the result of long-term stress, anxiety and cumulative decision-making that is so prevalent within the world I call my career.

Oct 17
Oct 17 Mission Control for Your Personal Brand

Justice Mitchell

Advertising, Brand, Business, People, Process

When people first construct a “personal brand,” the last thing they're concerned about is juggling the content, data, monitoring and associated analytics that come along for the ride. Personal branding sounds like a great idea on the surface. It allows you to control ownership of your voice, create thought leadership and add credibility to your professional outreach.

Jun 16
Jun 16 How Can A 4-Year-Old Teach You The Meaning Of Life?

Justice Mitchell

Parenting, People, Storytelling

My 4-year-old daughter “Sydney” is a great many things to me. First and foremost, I hope she becomes a valuable member of society. Secondly, I hope that she can teach you a few things that she has already taught me:

Feb 10
Feb 10 What the Bar Scene Can Teach Us About Social Media

Justice Mitchell

LOL, People, Research,

A couple years ago I tried to explain why a client needed to understand that each social channel has its own communication style. All the client wanted to do was shoot out a message that said, "Go back to our website and buy shit!" Because, of course, social media would then become a river of gold.

Jan 7
Jan 7 Around the World in 7 Minutes - Headhunting With Your Social Graph

Justice Mitchell

Employment, People,

So many people ask me, "Why does it seem like you know everyone?" Well, my friends, that's very much by design. It’s true that I love people and I love being social. But the new-world rolodex (my social graph) is becoming increasingly valuable to your employer and your clients. Case in point: The other day I was speaking with a friend in a rapidly growing social media tool (look for an interview with him in an upcoming post). He asked, as many do, "Hey, do you know someone who does …" – in this case it was WordPress plug-in development.

Dec 15
Dec 15 What Was "Most Contagious" About 2011?

Justice Mitchell

Advertising, Applications, Business, Content, Entertainment, Interactive, Mobile, New Business Development, People, Research, , Trends

Hi. My name is Justice, and I'm FOMO. This means I have a "fear of missing out." This affliction causes me to be “cool hunting” at all times as I try to stay on top of what's breaking in creativity. Think of it like petting the cat in “Dune” to get the serum that will maintain my life. Stupid. Dear Lord, did I really just type that?

Nov 29
Nov 29 "Occupying" My Thoughts

Justice Mitchell

Anarchy, Business, People, Soapbox

I'm torn. One side of me really understands why disenfranchised Americans coalesced under the banner of the Occupy movement. I’m proud of them for asking questions and exploiting the media to take advantage of the platform. I really am. The other shoe drops for me when I see nothing but the loudest, least eloquent protesters at center stage. Not to mention that the "movement" appears to be intolerant of discussion or even agreeing on its key desires. Where's the puritanical manifesto? - This intolerance of so many issues creates confusion, and doesn’t do the Occupy movement any favors.