Category Archives: Business

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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The ROI of “social networking”

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I received a panic email from a graphic designer at a local city magazine yesterday who desperately needed some photos of a soccer tournament. “Anything you have showing local kids playing soccer!” she said. Since she was referred by someone … 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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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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What would you do if you had $1 million dollars?

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Dear President-elect Barack Obama; I am a small business owner. I do quite well for myself as I am in a knowledge-based business servicing the youth sporting market and the retail services industries. I also dabble a bit in coffee … Continue reading

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