How Jamaicans Get News
Dr. Leahcim SemajPsychologist | Coach | Author | Management Consultant | Spiritual Guide | Social Philosopher I have been documenting the decline in reading and the consequences. “The decline in book reading over the past 100 years is difficult to quantify with precision, as the data varies depending on factors like location, demographic, and the medium of reading. But […]
Countering the Attention Span Conundrum
Dr. Leahcim SemajOrganizational Psychologist | Author | Social Philosopher | Management Consultant It is said that the average attention span is down from 12 seconds in the year 2000 to eight seconds now. This statement is usually followed up with an assertion that this position is “less than the nine-second attention span of your average goldfish”. The […]
HOW TO WIN THE NEXT ELECTION: Influencing Public Opinion and Behaviour.
Dr. Leahcim SemajOrganizational Psychologist | Author | Social Philosopher | Management Consultant The expression “elections have consequences” underscores the significant impact that electoral outcomes can have on various aspects of society, including policy directions, governance, and economic conditions. It serves as a reminder that the choices made by voters during elections directly influence the decisions […]
The Rise of People Over Brands (The Future of Media pt2)
Dr. Leahcim SemajOrganizational Psychologist | Author | Social Philosopher I Management Consultant In a recent blog, “The Future of Media Has Arrived”, I discussed the evolving roles of legacy media, podcasts, and social media in information dissemination, entertainment, and advertising revenue. My observations were as follows: Disseminating Information: Legacy Media: Entertainment: Legacy Media: Traditional entertainment […]