Sometimes big trends slip in through the back door.  We get glimpses of them  but we don’t see the bigger picture.  We are gradually developing a new culture right under our noses.

I have often spoken of the shared economy and what that will mean for all of us.  The words “shared economy” don’t resonate yet but you are beginning to live them.  We are finding out that people would prefer “access” to “ownership”.  Interpretation, I would rather have access to a car and its conveniences than having to own the car with its payments, maintenance, insurance and fees.  I do want to be able to drive to a location and return safely from it as well.  Question is, do I have to own the vehicle to do this?  The answer in our growing shared economy is “no”.  I can use my smart phone and access a vehicle and …