Comments on: TEDxBoston

By: Deb

Deb — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 18:01:19 +0000

Benjamin Zander has got to be one of the most inspirational men I’ve seen. His giving you a hug instead of a handshake speaks volumes to his commitment to the human race!

Because of this post, I am actively pursuing attending a TEDx in my area – and determining what I can do to rock the world and be a speaker myself.

Thanks, @debworks

By: Evo Terra

Evo Terra — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 15:28:31 +0000

I speak a lot, too. And I’ve never once had any issue with photographers — pro or am — in the rooms. Flashes… OK. I can see that. So you make an announcement of no flashes, and you say it’s because you don’t want to startle the speaker. Seems fair enough.

But to say *no photography*? [Runs to check calendar...] Yep. 2009. Where well over 80% of the audience has a image-capture device built into their communication device. And 40% of those have the ability to immediately upload the captured images to their friends, extending the impact of the event multi-fold.

Explain to how the organizers of TEDx Boston have the foresight to put together an event like this, and then the lack of vision that allows a decision like that. Or maybe I’m missing something? I’m happy to be proven wrong, but this reeks of d’oh!

By: TedxBoston - a revolution in innovation? « Innovative MassTech

TedxBoston - a revolution in innovation? « Innovative MassTech — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 00:35:05 +0000

[...] – TedxBoston attendee C.C. Chapman’s recap [...]

By: C.C.

C.C. — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 21:24:22 +0000

As someone who speaks a lot I completely agree. That is why I brought a high speed lens to shoot it so I didn’t have to worry about a flash or anything like that.

By: Jeff Del Papa

Jeff Del Papa — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 20:34:58 +0000

Photo’s during talks: Pro: a digital camera doesn’t make loud noises (mirror, motor) when used. They are usually sensitive enough to not need a flash. Con: Most of them have a flash, and the user doesn’t remember how to turn it off. I don’t mind photo’s, but find flashing going off distracting.

Allow photos, if the camera bearer can demonstrate that the thing doesn’t make undue noise, and the have it in don’t flash mode.

By: Ohdoctah

Ohdoctah — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 14:51:26 +0000

It’s always a plus to listen to smart and interesting views on things. I am so with you on events and photos. They should just allow it.

By: Jon Michaeli

Jon Michaeli — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 14:37:38 +0000

I went home reinvigorated and energized. Everyone should hear Ben Zander speak; his passion has already inspired me to look for deeper meaning and purpose in my everyday life.