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Social media to tear down traditional business power structures

The same hopeful predictions were probably made about public ownership of companies as well

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and we all know how well that works. You'll get guaranteed gridlock. Much like the U.S. government, you'll find yourself stuck between mob rule or pandering to special interests, both of which are bad.

Then there is the fact that those in power do not easily relinquish power. Rest assured, the people in power will do everything they can to ensure this doesn't happen.

One last thing, Gartner? Seriously? Does anyone listen to them anymore? Most of their "studies" seem to be nothing more than radical or controversial ramblings designed to drive hit counts. Might as well consult a fortune teller or a Ouija board.

from the social media sites for various reason. At least, that's the trend outside the USA.

Tired of spilling their guts for minimal benefit and measureable risk?

but the ones that crowd talked into joining so they could communicate with them, and they've got fed up up all the petty BS the others are posting.