November 2010
28 posts
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How not to waste time on Twitter →
In this Video talks about Canadian journalists speak on how they use social media tools. There is some great points by one of Canada leading Print publishing companies.
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Breast-milk banks latch on to social media →
I know, some people are going to be looking at this and say “what on earth is he talking about?” Your right! Part of what I’m doing is to make people aware of …. the good things that Social Media can bring to the every day lives of Canadians. Put this was a great read about how other mothers came together to fight for the lives of there babies to be healthy.
If you...
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Porter Airlines responds to Twitter complaint →
Another great story of a company using Social Networking as another set of ears to hear the voice of the people and acting on it in real time…
When a customer in Porter Airlines lounge complained about the fridge temperature being set too cold, it was an opportunity to respond quickly.
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Dominos gives away pizza on Twitter →
Ramon De Leon owns seven Dominos Pizza stores in Chicago and see social media as a perfect way to market his pies.
Rolling Stone just joined Tumblr →
myohmea:
All the cool kids are doing it
newsweek:
john:
tanya77:
rollingstone:
Yes we did! Hi everyone.
Hi RS. Feel free to break some shit over here.
What Tanya said.
Holler!
Design Tips for Small Businesses
myohmea:
Here is a summary of some of the best ways for Small Businesses to stay fresh and current in the midst of the ever-changing techno world we all live in…
Get rid of Flash
Pick a smashing Web Font
Optimize your site for MOBILE
Get inspired by Tumblr :)
Get friendly with HTML5 and CSS3
Read the details and tips here… 5 Design Trends That Small Businesses Can Use in 2011
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HarperCollins sticks with social media for new... →
My friend Anise out of Phil, PA is going to love this article. I must say I remember seeing these code out like a couple of years ago when I use to work for a Cell Company. At the time no one and I mean no one was using it. But now there every were. If you would like more info on QR codes please check out http://www.facebook.com/AniseSmithMarketing?ref=sgm or http://www.wearyourqrcode.com/
Wondering if your small business should use social... →
myohmea:
According to this article, “97% of US internet users used online media to look for local products & services in 2010.”
We think that’s a pretty good reason.
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“Anthony Robbins - “The path to Success is to take massive, determined...”
– http://www.iwise.com/tag/Success
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Shaw Festival Theatre's Social Media Marketing... →
This is one of my favorite theaters and it’s in our back yard, right in the heart of Niagara on the Lake. Did not know about this was going on with the Shaw Festival. I guess there not using Social Media to do PR I guess……
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Tapping social media for a cause.... IN CANADA! →
WOW! There are companies that are finally taking the jump in to the social media. Don’t be so fast to give your self a pat on the back. Why are Canadian companies are so slow to get on board?
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How Location-Based Services Are Shaping In-store... →
Another great article about Location-Based Services. I still feel that in Canada there not taking the time to invest in this kind of marketing.
I don’t believe the crap about ROI because it crap. It had to get a good ROI when you don’t even give it time. You give a billboard 4 month and pay lots of $$$ and still don’t know your ROI on the billboard. With the right planning and...
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How Social Media Can Make Online Shopping Less... →
I do have a question for you….. Will Social Media effect what you buy ?
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The New MySpace: Screenshots and Videos →
I must say I’m really impressed how My Space is trying to keep up and stay relevant with the times. But is it enough… I remember back in High School when My Space was big and a lot of my friends had my space pages. I still think it has a long way to go to clean up it’s image… Like 10 years worth but it’s a step in the right direction !
Foursquare Vs Facebook: The Ultimate Showdown...
carriecstern:
Probably should’ve taken into account whether or not the users who were polled were using iPhones or not, as Facebook Places pretty much sucks for everyone else.
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HOW TO: Define the Role of Your Social Media Team →
Another great story on building a Social Media team within your company. The beautiful thing about this is that this can reach across Large to small businesses. The question is who will sick to the plan and play there part ?
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12 Clever Social Media-Friendly Business Cards →
I’m not sure why businesses have not jumped at the chance to make the change to there business cards.
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How Social Media Has Changed the Workplace [Study]... →
Want to start say thanks to the people who have gathered this study. This study ready shows how Social Networks have become more of a part of your everyday work life.
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Why Social Media Programs Fail by Mark Evans →
I was sent this link from fellow people of Social Media Niagara. There’s a lot of good point put by Mark in the article. Let me know what you think ?
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Lessons Learned: Facebook Places, Deals & the Gap →
kirbypuckett:
It’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of location based social networking — specifically, Foursquare. When Facebook announced that they would be stepping into the court with Places I reacted with a “meh.” Foursquare is enough to keep me busy and I don’t really want Facebook knowing everywhere that…
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The 5th C of Community, Social Commerce →
This is something you should take a look at for people who are looking at making use of Social Media as a lead generator for there business. I think this is the way to go about tapping in the pool of people who are on these social networks. But I still feel there needs to be some restrant in over marketing on the social network. Let me us know how you feel about this subject ?
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4 experts on how to turn social media into sales →
I found this during my weekly searches. I have found this question to be interesting” what is the ROI on social media ? ” One of the comments makes sense, why is it that telephone marketing or e-mail marketing does not get questioned more since we all know that we can’t stand that annoying phone call at home/work or that e-mail that been placed in the spam. We should be...
