These are my links for January 31st through February 3rd:

• TRIZ – A powerful methodology for creative problem-solving – TRIZ is a technique of applying 40 different parameter queries to a problem which is used extensively by engineers. It's a technique that could, at some levels, apply to business process, e.g. considering segmentation, 'nesting' (store within a store), or local variations.
• Six Ways to Find Social Media Talent – Some savvy words from Harvard Business Review on recruiting social media talent – that elusive combination between deep social media skills and fit with advancing your business objectives – which involves, basically, empowering other employees to recruit using social media tools in those spaces.
• WikiLeaks whistleblower site in temporary shutdown – Sad news for open democracy: WikiLeaks, anonymous uncensored site closed due to lack of funds. The price of 'open information' is, it seems, to high.
• Context is King: How Videos Are Found And Consumed Online – Great article featuring facts & figures on how people are consuming video content online. As cable TV and web video has increased overall consumption, the attention span of video duration and spread of number of views has shifted downwards, creating a mass divide between amateur and professional content. There is a rise in niche content, but a decrease in the likelihood of having a 'hit' which could come from either user-generated or professional content.