The Real Reason Some Experts Become Famous

Talk To Us Directly Brad and Dixie explore who really decides what becomes a “big idea,” contrasting merit with visibility, repetition, timing, and the zeitgeist. They discuss how adoption often takes years despite “overnight success” narratives, using examples like WhatsApp, Slack, QR codes (boosted by pandemic needs and phone camera scanning), and the persistence of PowerPoint due to standards and compatibility. They note that big ideas don’t always win on quality alone and may succee...