The MC5: Kick Out the Jams

"If you listen to a 1968 MC5 album or a 2008 White Stripes album, the song crafting, the musicianship and what is sonically appreciated, is all extremely similar. ... From February 2010 to February 2011, according to data from dice.com, Detroit is in fact leading the new technology job openings on a national scale. ... But this piece isn't about how Detroit's foray into new tech has been successful -- it is about how Detroit's ingredients can help new technology firms grow and be relevant. By keeping your work force separated, (both physically and mentally), keeping information that is unique (and tailored to you) infiltrating your inbox, becoming excruciatingly supportive, and holding true to your mission. By doing these things your firm will become more relevant, hardworking, long lasting and more like Detroit rock music. In the infamous words of the legendary MC5, your workforce will finally 'Kick Out the Jams'" (Jason Schmitt, "What New Technology Firms Can Learn from Detroit Rock and Roll," Huffington Post, 3/22/11).
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