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What Darth Vader Can Teach Us About Social Media

Avatar Posted by ShawnHessinger under Social Media
From http://indiemusic.typepad.com 5277 days ago
Made Hot by: maplesummit on June 18, 2010 3:51 pm
You know the power of social media. But can you use it wisely? Dishonesty, deception, unethical behavior and tactics. The dark side are they. Once you start down the dark path, forever will it dominate your destiny. Enter the most unlikely character to teach us the importance of using the social media correctly for PR and marketing. Listen, young Jedi, and learn... Read More
Business-blogging is the best way to market a business! But what about "burnout?" What about writer's-block?

It's time to put the FUN back in it! Here are some biz-blogging and marketing lessons from "The Dead! Read More

Beware of False Marketing Communication Claims

Avatar Posted by m4bmarketing under Marketing
From http://www.m4bmarketing.com 5279 days ago
Made Hot by: alinisrael on June 15, 2010 5:09 pm
Claims made in your marketing communication are important. However if there is not any substance behind the claim then it can damage your brand’s reputation and affect your customer relationships to say the least. Before you make claims especially the marketing claim of being Number 1, ask yourself these questions Read More

Hit-and-run Social Bookmarking

Avatar Posted by amabaie under Online Marketing
From http://www.zoomit.ca 5280 days ago
Made Hot by: maplesummit on June 14, 2010 11:30 am
Why is it worth your time and effort to look at other people’s submissions? Well, for the same reason that you take the time to speak with people at networking meetings - because the value to you of participating depends on the relationships you build with other members Read More
Didn't land the job, contract or project?

Here's a GREAT questionnaire I developed to find out why! It allows you to obtain feedback, improve your business marketing and get your foot through the proverbial door! Give it a try Read More

Tips for Winning Venture Capital

Avatar Posted by ShawnHessinger under Raising Capital
From http://online.wsj.com 5281 days ago
Made Hot by: Cathode Ray Dude on June 13, 2010 8:55 pm
Raising venture capital may not be something every small business owner or entrepreneur would consider. But for those who need financing for their next venture, this article from the Wall Street Journal can serve as a partial check list to prepare for the process of seeking VC investment. Not surprisingly, perhaps, is the need to target the right VC to approach with your idea Read More
The smart retailer recognises that women are not a niche. They recognise that women are the long run.

Reaching women consumers is not a trend. It’s the lucrative future, for anyone who grabs it. Slightly tweaked male-oriented products or marketing efforts will no longer do. Read More
On the heels of Yoni's post on marketing and advertising blunders, I found this UNBELIEVEABLE item. It's almost too CRAZY to believe!

Let's call it "How to Do Irrepairable P.R. Damage to Your Company With Assinine and Idiotic Marketing Decisions! Read More
A slideshow for your viewing pleasure: some of the funniest, freakiest, most bizarre and most offensive advertisements in business history Read More

10 Tips For Marketing With Social Media

Avatar Posted by ShawnHessinger under Social Media
From http://www.bizsugar.com 5286 days ago
Made Hot by: tuckerleroy on June 8, 2010 3:15 pm
Just like produce at your favorite supermarket or farmer’s market, content and information introducing you and your expertise to members of your social media community, whether BizSugar or any other, must be tantalizing enough to make visitors want to return again and again and of sufficient quality to inspire trust on the part of potential clients and customers about the quality you offer.
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