B12 Solipsism

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In 2012 we witnessed the retirement of the Space Shuttle as well as the near-death spiral of BlackBerry.  Obsolescence has occurred throughout time and will continue to occur.  Specifically in regards to software and technology, obsolescence is a serious issue that subconsciously motivates every product development cycle.  How does a company retain customers for their existing core competencies, while venturing into progressive product development for the years ahead? …Image: swanksalot/Flickr

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How to Combat Tech Obsolescence | Innovation Insights | Wired

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 A/k/a Black Card Magazine wants free Photos.

Chicago Dog

I’ve gotten lazy about blogging the periodic requests to use my photos in a commercial setting without compensation. I have no concern with websites or blogs using my photos, even quasi-commercial sites like Chicagoist, Curbed Chicago, or the like, as long as these usages don’t require payment to view. In my reasoning, I get benefit from such exposure, not to mention I read most of these sites anyway, or could. However, printed use is different: the targeted audience has to pay a fee to read the magazine or book, thus I should get a slice of the pie. Does this make sense?

There have been several such inquiries since I last mentioned the subject, such as yesterday, when I received this email, marked URGENT.

I work as a writer for Black Card magazine. We are doing a feature on America’s Best Street Foods and we want to feature The Wiener’s Circle in Chicago.

They don’t have any images of their hot dogs, but I found the one on your flickr page. Was wondering if you might be willing to let us publish it in exchange for a photo credit in the article and a free copy of the magazine?

We are on an urgent deadline.

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My first reaction was irritation at the forced urgency. Why do I have to rush to respond? I’m not the one who waited until the last minute to secure photographic rights for a story assigned months ago. An admission: I’m that guy on the highway who slows down when drivers tailgate me. Especially if I’m driving by myself, I’ll block irritating drivers from passing me for twenty minutes (alternatively slowing down and speeding up, as traffic changes) or longer. Unless you have a flashing siren on your vehicle, I doubt sincerely your time is any more valuable than mine, and no, I won’t get out of your way if you are rude. Of course, if Illinois caves in, and allows concealed handguns to be carried, I may alter my behavior. Probably not though. I hate being told to hurry up. I have enough deadlines of my own without incorporating yours as well.

Secondly, Black Card Magazine is a trade publication solely for the upper echelon – for instance, American Express’s Centurion Card, which requires cardholders willing to pay an annual fee of $2,500 just to have the card, plus a $7,500 application fee. Not for the peons, in other words. American Express had an operating income of $33,800,000,000 last year, I think they could afford to pay photographers if they chose to.

Wieners Circle Rages at the Dying of the Light

So I replied that I would be happy to allow one-time usage of my photograph for the fee of $800. I’m not holding my breath for a response (it’s been 24 hours). 

the Wieners Family Crest

Mmm Crunchy Chicago Dogs

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As whisky producer Maker’s Mark recently learned, when customers have strong opinions, they’ll make their complaints heard. It’s better for organizations to create feedback loops early in order to help avoid the sudden negative reaction that often follow poorly planned policy changes. …Maker’s Mark is not the only organization to learn about the importance of customer feedback loops. (Photo credit: swanksalot)

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Bangalore, Maker’s Mark, Rahm Emanuel and the Importance of Feedback Loops – Forbes

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The city of Columbus is tightening the rules for people out on the Chattahoochee River near the city. Starting this week the city is requiring life vests for anyone on the river between the North Highlands Dam and the Columbus Trade Center. (Photo Courtesy of Seth Anderson via Flickr.)

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Columbus Requires Life Vests On Chattahoochee

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The U.S. Postal Service may be undergoing some serious changes in the face of a rather large deficit. While many take for granted that mail is delivered on time, and can usually complain about the cost of stamps, the Postal Service has been suffering. Just this year the agency posted a $15.9 billion dollar loss. While trying to salvage health care coverage for their many employees the U.S. Postal Service also failed to meet the deadline for reserving $5 billion dollars for this purpose for retired postal workers. Basically, without drastic changes there could be a very real possibility of no Postal Service without a huge helping hand from the government. …Photo credit: swanksalot / Foter / CC BY-SA

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Mail Fail? « Jet Van Lines

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Bourbon is a uniquely American distillation of whiskey named after the region of Kentucky that perfected the process. Photo by Swanksalot (flickr).
Bourbon is a subtype of whiskey. For whiskey to be bourbon whiskey, it must be distilled from a grain base of at least 51% corn. More importantly, it must also be made in the United States.

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Bourbon: the Exclusive Whiskey of the United States

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Where’s the Color in CTA Rehabs?; Desegregation; More!

["No Repercussions For You Yet'" via Curbed Chicago Flickr Group/ Seth Anderson]
·Where’s the CTA’s penchant for colorful stations? [ArchitectureChicago PLUS]
·Local startup aims to create online landlord-tenant platform [Trib]
·Airbnb offers free emergency housing for Sandy’s victims [Inhabitat]

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Where’s the Color in CTA Rehabs?; Desegregation; More! – PM Linkage – Curbed Chicago

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Ch. 2′s Le Mignot Lists in Gold Coast; Swapping Homes; More!

["From a Vain Persuasion" via Curbed Chicago Flickr Group/ Seth Anderson]
·Ch. 2′s Suzanne Le Mignot lists Gold Coast town home [Trib]

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Ch. 2′s Le Mignot Lists in Gold Coast; Swapping Homes; More! – AM Linkage – Curbed Chicago

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Diagrams for the Modern City; Zebra Striped Listings; More!

["This Much is True" via Curbed Chicago Flickr Group/ Seth Anderson]
·Grand announcement nears on Roosevelt Collection retail [Chicago Journal]
·Diagrams that shaped the modern city [Architizer]
·New website celebrates Mies’ 860-880 LSD [ArchitectureChicago PLUS]
·Brokerbabble Glossary: The most ‘fantastic’ listings [Curbed National]
·The American obsession with zebra stripes [Estately]

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Diagrams for the Modern City; Zebra Striped Listings; More! – PM Linkage – Curbed Chicago

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The Ritz Hits Another Snag; 71 Prentice Reuse Concepts; More!

["Wendella Under Ohio Street" via Curbed Chicago Flickr Group/ Seth Anderson]
·The Ritz hits another snag in buyer’s lawsuit over delays [Crain's]
·Get a look at all 71 Prentice reuse concepts this weekend [Reader]
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The Ritz Hits Another Snag; 71 Prentice Reuse Concepts; More! – AM Linkage – Curbed Chicago

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Ravenswood Station Has Full Approval; Daley Interview; More!

["There Oughta Be A Law" via Curbed Chicago Flickr Group/ Seth Anderson]
·Housing recovery could tumble off the ‘fiscal cliff’ [NBC]
·Ex-Bull Sefolosha lists Northbrook town home [Trib]
·Ravenswood Station development passes full Council [Real Estate Local]
·Interview: Daley talks up mayor gig [NBC]
·Simple strategy for reducing urban poverty: pave streets [Atlantic Cities]
·Perfectly preserved midcentury modern homes for rent [Curbed National]

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Ravenswood Station Has Full Approval; Daley Interview; More! – PM Linkage – Curbed Chicago

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Industry of the Ordinary
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Wall Photos

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Wrigley Rooftop Ads; Preserving the Night Sky; More!
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["Urban Kaboutermanneke" via Curbed Chicago Flickr Group/ Seth Anderson]

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Wrigley Rooftop Ads; Preserving the Night Sky; More! – PM Linkage – Curbed Chicago

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Ready, Set, Go for Cabrini Target; New BRT Details; More!
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["Prentice Women's Hospital" via Curbed Chicago Flickr Group/ Seth Anderson]
·Target set to break ground at Cabrini site [YoChicago]

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Ready, Set, Go for Cabrini Target; New BRT Details; More! – AM Linkage – Curbed Chicago

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Casino Support Wanes; Foreclosure Bus Tour; More!

["Living Like You Do" via Curbed Chicago Flickr Group/ Seth Anderson]

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Casino Support Wanes; Foreclosure Bus Tour; More! – AM Linkage – Curbed Chicago

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