More Americans Turning to Web for News “Nearly 70 percent of Americans believe traditional journalism is out of touch, and nearly half are turning to the Internet to get their news, according to a new survey.” Video: Twitter in Plain English “We’ve received a number of requests from people who want their friends to use… Continue reading News of the Week 3/6/08
Meal of the Week
This is a deep fried onion loaf. Anything in loaf-form is bound to be unhealthy!
The Most Amazing Turntable…
Just got back from a new friend’s house, where I got to experience what must be at least $20,000+ of turntable goodness… the Garrard 501. Suzanne Vega never sounded so good.
Lunch with Graphic Arts Blue Book Staff
I enjoyed a great barbeque lunch with some current and former staff members of the Graphic Arts Blue Book. B2B media is tasty!
Only In New York…
Only in New York does a billboard of a giant Burger King Whopper attract a giant inflatable rat.
Media: From Consumption to Interaction
I took this photo last night at a friend’s 40th birthday party. It certainly underscores the incredible power of traditional media consumption – there is something mesmerizing about HD TV. However, more and more, I am seeing media consumption being turned into media interaction. Social media is creeping into our lives, as we await the… Continue reading Media: From Consumption to Interaction
The Path to Growth: The LEGO Way.
I found an inspiring video online this week, where a former LEGO employee shares how the company began opening themselves up by using a community strategy to tap into the passion of their biggest fans. This had a very real impact on product development, marketing and sales. Plus, it was fun. You can find the… Continue reading The Path to Growth: The LEGO Way.
Meal of the Week!
Using up the last of our holiday gift certificates… Red Lobster!
News of the Week 2/28/08
Blogger, Sans Pajamas, Rakes Muck and a Prize “We now count on T.P.M. and other blogs to do the investigative work that reporters used to do.” Why I’m Hooked on Twitter Howard Rheingold lists the nine reasons he loves Twitter: openness, immediacy, variety, reciprocity, a channel to multiple publics, asymmetry, a way to meet people,… Continue reading News of the Week 2/28/08
Hire My Friend Diego
I had coffee with my friend Diego today. He is in the market for work in online marketing and business development. Smart, passionate guy. You can find out more about Diego in his LinkedIn profile.