When we think of college degrees and the subsequent job market, specific images come to mind: the hopeful graduate with a mortarboard and diploma ready to take on the world. However, lurking in the corners of college folklore is the term “underwater basket weaving,” a phrase that conveys quite a different image—one of futility, impracticality,…
The term “underwater basket weaving” has long stood as a humorous idiom, signifying what’s thought to be an uncomplicated, futile, or frivolous academic class. This phrase has been seamlessly woven into student vernacular, frequently brandished to tease specific college courses’ oddity or perceived ease. Yet, the question floats: Does the notion of intertwining reeds beneath…
I can still recall the simple pleasure of strolling down the aisles of a Blockbuster store, scanning through shelves full of VHS tapes or DVDs, and picking out a few to enjoy a movie night at home. Those moments now feel like a distant memory. Blockbuster, once a cornerstone of family entertainment, has become obsolete,…
It’s rare for a week without me tuning into Netflix to watch something or at least browse its offerings to find my next binge-worthy series. I know I’m not alone in this habit; countless others probably engage in the same routine. That’s why examining the Netflix and Blockbuster case study is so enlightening. It offers…
Before his untimely death in 2020, I had the privilege of attending a speech by Clay Christensen, the renowned American academic and business consultant. One of his most influential contributions was the theory of disruptive innovation. According to his theory, disruption starts when a fledgling company identifies a neglected market segment and introduces a new…