Category Archives: Branding Thoughts

Extra blogging stuff pulled from my brain

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I collect newspaper clippings for blog ideas. Mostly, the articles are things that sent my blood pressure over the edge or got me wondering “what if it were different” or just things that make me go “hmmmmmmmmmm..” These clippings sit … Continue reading

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Not entirely an accurate analogy on Net neutrality

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Found this analogy about Net neutrality and depite its convincing face, it is not entirely accurate. Say there was no deal cooked up between Telus and the big pizza chain and everyone was competing equally. But, the local pizza place … Continue reading

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I hate AT&T Wireless

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I hate AT&T Wireless. I hate them with all the rage and visceral hatred reserved for really crappy bosses and ungrateful relatives. Here’s why. I have an iPhone. The only way I can make an iPhone work is to connect … Continue reading

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Another example of obtuse marketing

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I was in a Sam’s Club this afternoon, cruised through the electronics and noticed this really cool speaker set by HMDX Audio. The speakers were rechargeable and wireless. Wow, really cool. Except it said it worked for iPod. Well, did … Continue reading

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A funeral dirge for trade shows?

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Apple announced today that will no longer participate in Macworld Expo, the largest annual show for Mac enthusiasts. In a press release, Apple says: Apple is reaching more people in more ways than ever before, so like many companies, trade … Continue reading

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How the US Postal Service blows its brand every December

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Every December, Santa hands the US Postal Service a shiny new opportunity to rebrand itself as a lovable, caring organization that is an integral part of all 43,000+ Zip Codes it services. Every year, the USPS blows it terribly. I … Continue reading

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