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Screenvision commands a captive audience
Don’t be alarmed but while you’ve been going to the movie theater over the past several years we’ve all been conditioned to accept advertising while we sit and wait for the feature presentation to begin. (OK the endless previews followed … Continue reading
Would an advertising agency ever advise to not do advertising first?
Assuming that the true purpose of advertising and marketing agencies is to help drive awareness and sales (not separating clients from their money as it is joked); would an advertising agency ever advise to not do advertising first? I would … Continue reading
Too many Groupon, Living Social, and Google Offers are wearing me out
Anyone that’s followed this blog over the past few years know that I am dubious when it comes to the business models of Groupon and Living Social. Since Andrew Mason Groupon’s now ex-CEO has been forced out, it appears both … Continue reading
5 ways you should maximize your opportunities – start by connecting the dots
From the time I was very young I enjoyed playing connect the dots. It is such a simple concept. Connect the random dots of similar sizes and the shape of something familiar is revealed. While some connect-the-dot layouts are more … Continue reading
Facebook privacy issues are no laughing matter
When it comes to how I view my online social media behavior I practice the tried and true – ‘Don’t post anything online that you wouldn’t want your mother to see’. This has served me well over the years and … Continue reading
Venture Capital attitudes are changing – for the better I hope
Being a venture capitalist has always sounded like fun to me. My perception is that most VC’s reach a station in life at which there is an ability to vet opportunities that come over the transom, as well as create … Continue reading
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The way habits change day-by-day
While the talk is often about the nature of disruptive change, most of the time change while it is happening is incremental and not easy to discern. Think about watching your parents grow older – one day you look at … Continue reading
How online video gamers learn business management skills
I have two grown children – a son who will be 24 next month and a daughter that will be 20 this summer. Their digital skills as digital natives exceed mine despite my great efforts to keep up with the … Continue reading
Trying to figure out the puzzle that is Asia
My friend Mel travels more than anybody that I know well. That’s saying something since I have a fair amount of friends that travel frequently. For what it’s worth I don’t consider myself a member of the ‘travel frequently’ club. … Continue reading
Are you a last word person?
You know the type. The person who regardless of the situation (online or offline) has to always have the last word. It can be a beyond annoying habit. In person, most people are somewhat aware of and on guard to … Continue reading
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