John Sumser
johnsumser.bsky.social
John Sumser
@johnsumser.bsky.social
Perpetual learner. Recovering industry analyst learning the ropes of software development and marketing. Strong opinions loosely held.
I'm exploring the evolution of new metaphors driven by tech disruption
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Hunting the New Metaphor: 1
There are (at least) three basic phases in the adoption of a new technology. The first phase involves using the new tools to do old things faster and more efficiently The second phase involves doing m...
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June 16, 2025 at 6:25 PM
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To be in public office right now is to constantly ask yourself: How do I make sure I'm standing on the right side of history?

There's a simple answer.

The wrong side of history will always tell you to be afraid - the right side of history will always expect you to be brave.
June 8, 2025 at 10:23 PM
Today, we say “the computer hallucinated.” We used to say, “The computer is wrong.” What changed?
June 9, 2025 at 1:37 AM
April 29, 2025 at 3:10 AM
Today’s good news. AI cannot escape the internet. Where would it go?
April 29, 2025 at 3:09 AM
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April 22, 2025 at 2:23 PM
No model is better than every other model in every way.
March 14, 2025 at 4:56 PM
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February 23, 2025 at 10:55 PM
Calendula
February 22, 2025 at 12:10 AM
The first poppies.
February 22, 2025 at 12:10 AM
The only reason to make the world meaner is because it is cheaper.
February 20, 2025 at 4:22 AM
In the redwoods
February 15, 2025 at 8:58 PM
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February 14, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Rainbows All Over Your Blues

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Google Search
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February 9, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Remember the rainbow.

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The Rainbow Connection : Willie Nelson
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February 9, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Outsourcing of the corruption is underway.
February 8, 2025 at 7:39 PM
Loved this ‘Generative AI is fast food for the mind.”

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The Socrates Trap: When Making People Think Makes You The Enemy (Part 1/2)
"Oh, you think you're so smart..."
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February 8, 2025 at 6:19 PM
Engagement potential is limited by compensation. If it isn’t fair (internally equitable, externally competitive, and effectively communicated), you’re fighting an uphill battle.
February 7, 2025 at 1:03 PM