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Business Lessons Gangnam Style

Unless you have been living as a hermit for the past three months, (or just been really, really busy) you would have seen or at least heard of the music video Gangnam Style by South Korean artiste PSY. In a short time, this Internet phenomenon has captivated the hearts, minds and dance floors of millions of people around the world.

I got my first look at the popular dance moves while watching the ICC World Twenty20 cricket competition a few weeks ago. West Indian batsman Chris Gayle revealed snippets of the Gangnam Style during matches against Ireland and England, and then led the entire team in a spontaneous rendition as they celebrated their tournament win.

Intrigued about the origins of the dance, I checked online for more information, and was immediately captivated by the catchy tune found on YouTube. According to Wikipedia, Gangnam Style refers to a lifestyle associated with the Gangnam district in the capital city, Seoul, “where people are trendy, hip and exude a certain supposed class”. Continue reading Business Lessons Gangnam Style

Making Money With Your Mind

Jamaican people are very creative, and it never ceases to amaze me how we can effortlessly invent catchy phrases and popular dances in an instant. As the saying goes, ‘There’s a new idea born every minute’; and in this country we are constantly coming up with new trends that excite our imagination for a time.

It’s fascinating to see the tremendous interest that persons from other nations have in our little island. There are many anecdotal stories of Jamaicans traveling overseas who are almost mobbed by strangers wanting to learn more about our culture and famous personalities. In their minds, every Jamaican must have the inside scoop on icons such as Bob Marley or Usain Bolt.

Despite our citizens’ talents, flair and international presence, we seem unable to truly capitalise on the popularity of brand Jamaica. Unfortunately, persons from other countries will come here and quickly take advantage of the profit potential of our culture; yet except for a few notable exceptions, most Jamaicans are not aware of their true value. Continue reading Making Money With Your Mind