Saturday, February 28, 2015

The Elusive “Right” Conversation In Today’s Workplace

Have you ever been frustrated and confused by recurring conversations that never achieve your intended results? If so, the answer could be that you are having one of the three “wrong” conversations. Specifically, it is likely you’re having the “wrong” conversation with the “right” person. (See diagram.) Finding the “right” conversation is trickier than it […]

The 3 Ratios Every Small Business Owner Should Use

Measure Your Business’s Health With These Financial Ratios Large companies use defined financial ratios to analyze the health of the organization. There are dozens of established ratios that test a variety of financial domains, including the ability to pay debt, secure stockholder funding, and expand services. Not all ratios are used by every company. Small […]

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Why Personas Fail

There’s plenty of fervor around the need for buyer personas; so why do some fail to deliver real value? From where I sit, we have entered a new phase in the evolution of buyer persona maturity in marketing– or maybe this has been the phase we’ve been stuck in ever since the phrase “buyer persona” […]

Mom of murdered Russian opposition leader: Putin will 'kill you for that'

The murder of prominent Putin critic Boris Nemstov in a gangland-style killing steps from the Kremlin came just weeks after the dissident told a magazine his mother worried the Russian leader would have him bumped off for his outspokenness.

Customer Service Debacle Resolution Teaches Valuable Business Lesson

You Can Get More than Tax Advice from TurboTax Recently Intuit, the company that created TurboTax software for individuals to do their own taxes, made a customer service mistake. The good news (See story here.) is that they turned it around and thereby created a great case study for us to learn from. Here is […]

Lawmakers won't be silenced over Obama administration's proposed ammo ban

Lawmakers are firing back at a proposal by the Obama administration to ban one of the most common bullets used with the popular AR-15 rifle, with more than 100 members of Congress signing a letter opposing the move on ammo.

How Pinterest and Instragram Can Rock Your Marketing

Pinterest and Instagram – Which One is Better for Marketing? Both Pinterest and Instagram have exploded in the last few years to become leading marketing tools in social media for brands and businesses. But engaging on each of these is not enough to grow your networks. Are you asking yourself either of these questions? Is […]

South African teen kidnapped at birth found at same school as biological sister

A newborn was kidnapped from a Cape Town hospital in 1997 but her parents never gave up hope and now, 17 years later, they have found her.

The IMC Report Card

Earlier this month I wrote about ways to determine whether you’re truly doing integrated marketing communications, or IMC. Everyone is doing integrated marketing in some way or another. It’s always a struggle, however, to determine where your priorities lie in terms of really diving into the practice. I thought it would be fitting to end the month […]

Friday, February 27, 2015

Improve Your Sales Conversations With Content And Buyer Personas

This post is the first in a two part series. Oftentimes, marketers create content that isn’t focused on closing deals. This content isn’t relevant to the customer and often fails to create better sales experiences. Yet, with all of today’s digital tools and automation software that is available to us, customers have higher expectations. They […]

Leonard Nimoy, Spock of ‘Star Trek,’ dead at 83

Leonard Nimoy, best known for playing the role of Spock in "Star Trek" has died at age 83, his rep confirmed to FOX411. 

4 Educational Marketing Campaigns and Why They Work

Put away the textbooks and save the dry lectures for another day. Marketing is a great way to make education exciting. Some of the best branded content out there is educational, including tutorials showing new users the ins and outs of a product, webinars on important industry challenges, and videos that provide useful information in […]

8 dead, including gunman, at multiple scenes in Missouri, police say

Seven people were found murdered Thursday night in the small Missouri town of Tyrone, and their suspected killer discovered dead of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said.

The Right Time for Getting Engaged


You and your partner may have been dating for a while. But is this the right time for getting engaged? Read More »


How to Make Your Brand Matter

How to Make Your Brand Matter written by Guest Post read more at Small Business Marketing Blog from Duct Tape Marketing

Today’s Guest Post is by Duct Tape Marketing Consultant Georgie Gallagher, Enjoy! Every business has a brand – even if it thinks it doesn’t. Your local coffee shop has a brand. Your local accountant has a brand. Your local vet has a brand. And your business has a brand. I can see you rolling yourContinue Reading

9 dead, including gunman, at multiple scenes in Missouri, police say

Seven people were murdered and their killer committed suicide in southern Missouri, where officials planned a news conference early Friday.

Thursday, February 26, 2015

Stolen Chevrolet Corvette found after 42 years, but could go away again

The best news can turn bad so quickly.

NASA's Dawn spacecraft releases images showing another bright spot on Ceres

The latest images captured by NASA’s Dawn spacecraft of the dwarf planet Ceres continues to baffle scientists as the photos reveal another significant bright spot on its surface.

Tuesday, February 24, 2015

ESPN suspends Keith Olbermann over Penn State tweets

Keith Olbermann has been suspended for the remaining of the TV week, ESPN said.

A Guide to Twitter Video

It’s no secret that video is going to be big in 2015. Content marketing is developing at such a rate that stand-out is becoming challenging – video offers a great opportunity to display your content in an interesting and different way. And Facebook are encouraging users to upload video directly onto their network instead of […]

21 Blogs I Turn To When I Need to Learn How To Do Stuff

21 Blogs I Turn To When I Need to Learn How To Do Stuff written by John Jantsch read more at Small Business Marketing Blog from Duct Tape Marketing

No shock in this statement – I’m a big fan of blogs and blogging as a core marketing, content and SEO practice. I subscribe to many blogs, read blogs daily and generally find that when I search for things blog posts offer the most useful solutions. I read many different types of blogs – someContinue Reading

'American Horror Story' actor Ben Woolf dies after being struck by car

Ben Woolf, an actor on "American Horror Story," has died four days after being hit by a car, a spokesman said. He was 34

Monday, February 23, 2015

Flower Power: Christian florist rejects attorney general’s offer, won’t betray her religious beliefs

Barronelle Stutzman, a Washington State florist who declined to provide flowers for a gay wedding , has rejected a deal by the attorney general’s office that would’ve forced her to betray her religious beliefs – much like Judas betrayed Jesus.

How To Identify Your Competitive Advantage In Life

There’s a saying that there’s always going to be someone better than you. This is true in every aspect of your life: personally and professionally. There will always be someone who’s a faster runner than you. There will always be someone who’s funnier than you. There will always be someone who’s more successful than you. […]

Food-Related Proposal Ideas


If your significant other happens to be a ‘foodie’, it might be possible for you to combine her largest passion with your proposal thoughts. Read on for more information. Read More »


6 Essential B2B Tactics for a Strong Start (and Finish) to 2015

Fashionable wearables. Pinterest-inspired design. New audiences for video. Major shifts in how your business is found in search. In 2015, new opportunities exist for businesses to reach their customers who increasingly want to be connected by the devices they wear. Marketers must update how they present their brands online to look and organize their content […]

Good Branding, UX, And Content Marketing Start With Your Story

Your story is what makes you stand apart as an organization. I’m not necessarily talking about your corporate culture, although that can play a part. Let’s go beyond the typical marketing clichés and get down to what keeps your clients coming back. At Wood Street, we have a process. We’ve been fine-tuning this process relentlessly […]

Sunday, February 22, 2015

The Future Of Demand Generation Too Few Leaders Prepare For

Emma Vas: How do you think B2B marketing and sales have changed the most in recent years? Carlos Hidalgo: “It used to be that marketing was just doing what sales wanted or needed you to do. That has changed dramatically. From a strategic approach, marketing is much more important because of how things have changed […]

Tune In On LinkedIn

Listen. It’s noisy on LinkedIn. Why? With two people joining every second, the network is both more valuable and more chaotic every day. Traveling from Baltimore to Miami via I-95 a couple of months ago, the hardest part of the trip was actually finding a good radio station. (Hmmm….I think I’m dating myself even mentioning […]

Saturday, February 21, 2015

Dear Boss, You’re Fired: High Profile Firings

“I was fired and that’s okay,” Henrique de Castro tells LinkedIn’s Isabelle Roughol, “being fired is part of your career options.” This is an optimistic outlook to have if you’re just getting started in your career. But Mr. de Castro was no fledgling college graduate. He was the Yahoo COO and one of the highest […]

Teen reels in 1,058-pound blue marlin off Hawaii

At 16 years old, Kai Rizzuto may have caught the fish of his life.

Police: Child sex offender says he left Maryland mall with sisters on day they vanished 40 years ago

A convicted child sex offender behind bars has told cops he left a suburban Washington mall with a 10-year-old girl and her older sister the day they vanished 40 years ago.

Friday, February 20, 2015

Social Selling 101 – 3 Social Technologies To Get You Started

People often ask me which technologies I use to run my day to day social marketing. There are so many you could use, which makes it tough to determine which ones you should use. I’m going to tell you what’s worked for me, without going deep into the specifics of each technology. They are all […]

Ouch, My Pride (Or “Tips for Handling Harsh Customer Feedback”)

I was in a short story class once. We were sitting with our desks in a circle, workshopping a classmate’s story. Here are scenes from the session: Quiet shuffling of paper. Low-hanging compliments. Female classmate suggests a dialogue could rewritten for better effect. Author: “But that’s the way it happened.” Professor: “This is fiction class. […]

4 Steps To Create Twitter Cards [Infographic]

If you’re on Twitter, maybe you’ve started seeing Twitter Cards show up in your Twitter feed. But, do you know how you can create Twitter Cards to extend beyond the 140 characters, which increases engagement and meets your marketing goals? Using Twitter Cards Did you know you can create Twitter Cards to get new signups […]

Samsung’s Decline: Crippling The South Korean Economy

Two years ago, Samsung was on top of the world. They dominated the smartphone market, doubling their growth from 2011. They also were twice as popular as Apple, with 32% of all smartphone owners owning a Samsung device versus 16.9% owning an iPhone. Two years and multiple advancements in technology later, the market has completely […]

Thursday, February 19, 2015

Top Iranian nuke negotiator ordered to stop screaming at Kerry

Iran's foreign minister and lead negotiator in nuclear talks with the United States has been ordered by the Islamic Republic's Supreme Leader to stop shouting and yelling at Secretary of State John Kerry during negotiating sessions.

The Four Essential Truths Of Real-Time Customer Engagement: The First Truth

DETECT. Let’s face it: Not all customers are created equal. Some customers are your lifeblood; others seem to drain the life out of you. Different customers drive different degrees of revenue, just as they require varying costs to serve. Understanding these distinctions, and adapting your interactions and the offers you extend, can determine how much […]

Bald eagle lays egg, becomes Internet sensation

A livecam placed above a nest in Decorah, Iowa, has turned a family of bald eagles into Internet celebrities.

20 Years After His Death This Mom Heard Her Son’s Heartbeat

Nearly 20 years ago Vicki Brannon’s son Matthew passed away. Following his death Jennifer Lentini was given a new lease on life when she received a heart transplant from the young man. Jennifer had been struggling with heart disease throughout her teen years and she was in desperate need of the transplant. Twenty years later […]

This Guy’s Wheel Of Fortune Puzzle Answer Is One Of The Best Ever

This Wheel of Fortune contestant solved a 17 letter puzzle when only the letter T was showing on the game board. The puzzle was worth $1,700 and his guess will go down in history as one of the best solves of all time on the game show.

Wednesday, February 18, 2015

Improve the eCommerce Search Experience With Curated Landing Pages

For today’s time-strapped shopper, boutiques are becoming more popular by the minute. Compared to shopping in an expansive department store, these smaller specialty shops can be much more enjoyable primarily because the selection isn’t as overwhelming. It also helps that the boutique owner has curated a collection of what he or she considers the best […]

Unusual Engagement Rings: Why Sapphire Won’t Leave You Blue


Like the proposal that starts with a knock-knock joke, not all surprises are pleasant ones. But when it comes to unusual engagement rings, sapphire is an intriguing alternative to conventional diamonds precisely because it does the unexpected. Just when you … Continue reading


How Big Things Are Getting Done Today

How Big Things Are Getting Done Today written by John Jantsch read more at Small Business Marketing Blog from Duct Tape Marketing

Marketing Podcast with Erica Dhawan There was a time when people toiled away in remote suburban garages hammering out their big idea. Many of the world’s greatest companies and innovations happened this way, but today there’s a decidedly different option available known as connectional intelligence. Connectional intelligence, or the capability to consistently deliver breakthrough innovation and resultsContinue Reading

You Have More Responsibility Than The Job You Were Hired To Do

Take Care Of The Customer Whether you realize it or not, everyone has at least two jobs or responsibilities at work. The first is to do the job that they were hired to do. The second is to take care of the customer. Simple concept, but let’s elaborate. The Job They Were Hired To Do […]

Biden places hands on shoulders of defense secretary's wife in latest gaffe

It was just another example of Vice President Biden grabbing headlines in a feel-good moment.

Tuesday, February 17, 2015

Ideal Engagement Location Ideas for the Perfect Engagement Rings


Looked at engagement rings and want to propose but need some thoughts on where to pop the question? Here are some ways to get her to say yes. Read More »


Being Right Doesn’t Count, Engaging The Customer Does!

Within 30 minutes this morning, two things happened. First, a good friend called ranting and raving about a prospecting call that went wrong. Then I saw Todd Schnick’s brilliant post on the same issue. Let me backtrack a little. My friend called very upset about a prospecting call yesterday. It was an important prospect, he’d […]

Angie Harmon has wardrobe malfunction on 'Live with Kelly and Michael'

Actress Angie Harmon showed a little too much on her Tuesday appearance on “Live with Kelly and Michael.”

What If I Want To Stay And Run My Business?

  All business owners will transfer the ownership of their businesses one day either before or after they pass away.  Planning for the transition is critical to ensure: Continuity of the business Enough liquid wealth for the owner and his/her family The minimization of taxes Achievement of the owners goals The preservation of business value Many […]

Monday, February 16, 2015

Lady Gaga Announces Engagement To Actor Taylor Kinney

Lady Gaga announced her engagement to Taylor Kinney via Instagram. The post included a close-up photo of the diamond-studded heart-shaped ring. According to Us Weekly, Kinney popped the question, and she replied with a resounding “Yes.” The two later celebrated and were spotted together at Joanne Trattoria, a Manhattan-based restaurant owned and operated by Gaga’s […]

3 Soft Selling Skills I See In My Best Sales Development Reps

I was having an interesting discussion with my Director of Marketing the other day about her perspective on hard vs. soft sales skills. From what she has seen working with experienced sales guys and gals over the years is that they rely far too much on their hard skills to get them by. They’ll consistently […]

Mother dies after apparent road-rage attack in Las Vegas

A 44-year-old woman who was teaching her teenage daughter to drive has died after being shot in the head in an apparent road-rage attack outside her Las Vegas home.

Moissanite Gemstone Bridal Sets Could Be An Alternative to The More Traditional Diamond Sets


If you are plotting an engagement or a wedding it can certainly be expensive as many newlyweds can confirm. But why not for most people this will be one of those not to miss moments of their lifetime. But one … Continue reading


Take This 30-Second Test to Find Out How Many Sales or Conversions Your Website Is Losing Each Month

Does your website have a good, bad, or average conversion rate?  Well, if you are like most website owners, you “hope” that you have a good conversion rate but honestly don’t know.  Your competitor’s aren’t going to advertise their conversion rate and no software platform that doesn’t involve hacking can accurately assess another site’s rate.  […]

Egypt hits ISIS-affiliated terrorists in Libya after video showing mass beheading of Christians appears

Egypt's military said Monday that it had launched airstrikes against ISIS-affiliated militants in Libya after a video purporting to show the mass beheading of Coptic Christian hostages surfaced Sunday.

Sunday, February 15, 2015

B2B Marketing Number of the Week: 52%

Marketing automation has moved from early adoption to mainstay among B2B marketing organizations. (A recent study found that as much as 10% of B2B revenue came through marketing automation solutions.) So as the tech goes mainstream, it’s interesting to see which features are most valued by customers. That most valued feature is lead nurturing at […]

3 Steps to Successful Networking on LinkedIn

Over the years, LinkedIn has become the definitive online professional network, aiming not only to connect professionals all over the world, but also to be the main hub for information sharing between its members. While creating an outstanding LinkedIn profile is a great way to position yourself as a leader in your industry, the real […]

How To Kill A Connection On LinkedIn – Not In Real Life!

Once you appreciate how LinkedIn really works there are more reasons to not connect to people that send you invitations than there are to accept them! LinkedIn is all about the good people that you know and by that I mean the ones that you can talk to (in real life, over a coffee, on […]

Why Do Customers Fall In Love? A Valentine For An Audience of One

Every February, millions of Americans are faced with the daunting decision of selecting just the right Valentine’s Day card for their sweethearts. Standing in front of a massive rack of greeting cards, I struggle to choose just the right card for mine, asking myself “Do I want to be funny or romantic this year?” and […]

Boehner says House has spoken on DHS funding, Obama's plan for ISIS isn't 'smart'

House Speaker John Boehner is giving little ground to President Obama and his fellow Democrats on Capitol Hill on keys issues, blaming Senate Democrats if the Homeland Security Department runs out of money and criticizing the president’s proposal to fight The Islamic State.

ISIS closing in? Terror group seizes Iraqi town 5 miles from Marine base

The Islamic State has reportedly seized al-Baghdadi, in Iraq’s Anbar Province, 5 miles from an air base staffed by Marines, as the terror group continues its push beyond its bases in Syria and Iraq in an attempt to establish militant affiliates in other countries.

Unlocking Organizational Magic Through Humanistic Leadership

Let’s imagine that you want to play the sales effectiveness game. What does it take to play this game well – effectively? At a minimum it takes folks in marketing and the folks in sales to play well together – as one team. Take a broader look, play with the time horizon, and you are […]

Police kill man believed to be gunman behind 2 Copenhagen shootings

Copenhagen police say a man killed in a shootout with police near a train station early Sunday is believed to be the gunman behind two shootings in the capital that left two dead and five officers wounded.

Saturday, February 14, 2015

Two Common Leadership Styles That Set You Up for Failure

It’s easy to fall into a pattern of ineffective leadership without realizing it. You may have picked up bad habits by watching other leaders who came before you. Poor leadership styles can contribute to mistakes and a reduced focus in the short term, as well as a lack of organizational growth and innovation over the […]

Samuel L. Jackson Weighs In On Rivalry Between Superhero Films From Marvel And DC

Comic book movies are the latest craze. Studios have invested a lot of money into their future. Right now, Marvel is winning the battle between its greatest competitor, DC. Last year in particular Marvel-branded films from various studios had a stellar result with three critical and commercial smash hits. The movies in their pipeline suggest […]

Weekend Favs February Fourteen

Weekend Favs February Fourteen written by John Jantsch read more at Small Business Marketing Blog from Duct Tape Marketing

My weekend blog post routine includes posting links to a handful of tools or great content I ran across during the week. I don’t go into depth about the finds, but encourage you check them out if they sound interesting. The photo in the post is a favorite for the week from Flickr or oneContinue Reading

4 Ways to Improve Your Digital Marketing in 2015 and Beyond

According to the Salesforce 2015 State of Marketing report, marketers are changing their digital marketing priorities for 2015. While last year marketers scattered their attention across multiple disciplines, this year marketers are focusing on social and mobile channels. The report surveyed over 5,000 marketers about their budgets, metrics and strategies for 2015. While revenue growth […]

Elvis Presley's secret Chevy van uncovered

Legend has it that Elvis Presley wanted to be an undercover agent.

Friday, February 13, 2015

Failed ISIS raid tests US forces in Iraq

A small band of ISIS fighters mounted a bold, dawn attack Friday on an air base in Iraq where U.S. forces are training troops, in what experts believe may have been a probe that could foreshadow a coming clash involving Americans.

Driver in crash that killed Bob Simon reportedly had 'dead' left arm and 9 license suspensions

The driver in the car crash that killed renowned CBS News journalist Bob Simon had nine license suspensions and used one hand on the wheel because of a "dead" left arm from a suicide attempt, according to the New York Post.

3 Ways To Spice Up Your Meetings

Nothing strikes fear into an employee’s heart quicker than the idea of a team meeting. They’re dull, laborious, and tend to slash productivity dramatically. The average worker wastes approximately four hours per week in meetings, and around 4.6 hours preparing for those meetings – effectively wasting an entire day a week. In one recent poll, 17 […]

Content and Lead Generation: It’s True Love

With Valentine’s Day in the air, many are talking about the biggest power couple in marketing: content and lead generation. Why are these two marketing components so deeply entwined? As just about any marketer can attest, it’s not easy to generate leads in the competitive online space. Consider the fact that fewer than 20 percent […]

Thursday, February 12, 2015

The Importance of Corporate Culture

Culture is Important Corporate culture is becoming increasingly important in the war for talent and retention at companies of all types around the world. Corporate culture is the personality of a company and it can’t be faked. Brand & Mortar has a great corporate culture which is one of the reasons I enjoy working here […]

Bobbi Kristina Brown was in car accident before drowning, police say

Police reports obtained by The Associated Press show Whitney Houston's daughter was involved in a traffic accident that injured two people days before she was hospitalized.

Southern Poverty Law Center apologizes to Ben Carson, takes him off 'extremist’ list

The Southern Poverty Law Center apologized on Wednesday to Ben Carson after placing the potential Republican presidential candidate on its "Extremist Watch List" -- which is mostly made up of hate groups and white supremacists.

Shoot or don't shoot: Police scenarios prove eye-opening for civil rights leaders

It was a spilt second decision.

Treat Your Customers Like the RASCLS They Are

Treat Your Customers Like the RASCLS They Are written by Guest Post read more at Small Business Marketing Blog from Duct Tape Marketing

 It’s guest post day here at Duct Tape Marketing, and today’s guest post is from Duct Tape Marketing Consultant Network Member Scott Stern. Enjoy! If you’re a regular reader of this blog, you’re probably familiar with John’s Marketing Hourglass. You’re probably not familiar, however, with the CIA’s Agent Recruitment Cycle (ARC). “Wait,” you’re probably thinkingContinue Reading

NYPD probes car crash that killed Bob Simon, longtime CBS News correspondent

Veteran “60 Minutes” correspondent and CBS News foreign reporter Bob Simon was killed Wednesday in a car accident in New York City, CBS News reported.

Why Diamond Engagement Ring Cuts Are So Important


Before starting to look for an engagement ring it’s a excellent thought to familiarise yourself with the most vital aspect of the ring: the different type of cuts or shapes available for diamonds. The cut of the stone determines how … Continue reading


Three tickets confirmed as winners of $564M Powerball jackpot

Tickets in Texas, North Carolina and Puerto Rico had the winning numbers in Wednesday's drawing for a $564.1 million Powerball jackpot. 

Wednesday, February 11, 2015

3 Pillars to Social Media Marketing Success.

Do you sometimes wonder what REALLY counts for Social Media success? It doesn’t matter how noisy the online world is, how many new recommendations are published everyday or how many people see your posts according to social media platform reports. You must FOCUS on what really counts. To help you focus we must first look […]

Tuesday, February 10, 2015

Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for my Girlfriend


Valentine’s Day Gift Thoughts for my Girlfriend It can hard to figure out the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for your girlfriend, especially if you haven’t been together for that long. But even if you have been a couple for a … Continue reading


Can You Scale Creativity?

Creativity: it’s something you’re either born with or it’s left out of your DNA entirely. Innovators are wired to think outside the box, and others are coded to follow conventional ways of viewing the world. At least that’s what people generally assume. In fact, only 52% of people call themselves “creative”. But as a small […]

4 Marketing Automation Lessons To “Secure” Lead Conversion

Marketing automation, when executed correctly, allows both big and small companies to market to and nurture prospects with personalized and useful content via a multitude of channels. Using marketing automation platforms and strategies, prospects are converted into customers and existing relationships with customers are solidified. On a personal quest to turn my home into a […]

Platform Sprawl: Growing Issue for Brand Publishers

Content operations remain a hot button for marketers. One of the most vexing challenges facing CMOs today is platform proliferation which has led to technology overload and too many sources of data. The rise of content marketing has compounded the problem through the rapid introduction of new technology designed to streamline content operations. The unintended […]

Family to let Bobbi Kristina die on same day as Whitney, report says

Bobbi Kristina Brown’s anguished relatives have agreed to take her off life support -- but want to wait until Wednesday so she can die on the same date as her tragic mom, Whitney Houston, sources told The Post.

Monday, February 9, 2015

How To Impress A Girl – Secret Tips Every Man Should Know


Are you looking for fantastic tips on how to impress a girl? Fantastic, you have come to the right place. Check out this article and also get a copy of a guide with additional tips the average man will never … Continue reading


Jake ‘The Snake’ Roberts Endorses Bray Wyatt As He Prepares To Face The Undertaker At WrestleMania 31

Rumors continue that Bray Wyatt will face The Undertaker at WrestleMania 31. The event is set to take place in seven weeks in Santa Clara, California, at Levi’s Stadium. The WWE has seven weeks to build this program up. If Wyatt and Undertaker face off in the squared circle, fans should not expect a classic […]

Great Ideas for a Valentine’s Day Night out With Your Sweetie


Fantastic Thoughts for a Valentine’s Day Night out With Your Sweetie Valentine’s Day is one of the most romantic days of the year, and making it special for the sweetheart in your life can be a fun, and sometimes hard, … Continue reading


Kanye West storms Grammy stage, rants about Beck's surprise album of the year win

Rapper Kanye West reprised one of his most infamous stunts at Sunday night's Grammy awards, unexpectedly taking the stage as Beck was accepting the album of the year award.

7 Quick Tips To Become An Inbound Marketing Machine

Do you want to become a powerful Inbound Marketing Machine and crush your rivals? If you’re reading this post then are chances are you do. I’m here to help you lubricate those Inbound gears and give you a foundation that you can use to position your business as a thought leader and lead-generating behemoth. Inbound […]

Principal uses struggling school’s funds to build private gym

Principal Jazmine Santiago used school funds to install her own private gym with a bench press, pull-up bar, treadmill, elliptical machine and thigh exerciser on the third floor of PS 269 in Flatbush, sources told The Post.

Sunday, February 8, 2015

Miranda Lambert's 'Little Red Wagon' performance censored at Grammys

Grammys censors Miranda Lambert performance.

Diamond Dallas Page Issues Statement About Being Hospitalized With Serious Throat Issue

Diamond Dallas Page was last seen making a surprise appearance at the 2015 WWE Royal Rumble. However, he had some recent health issues that prompted this statement on his Facebook page. GOOD MORNING TEAM DDPY… This is a long one… A really Long one… As I’m sitting in the ICU of the Piedmont Hospital because […]

Going Mobile: An Introduction to Cross-Device Targeting

As marketers have increasingly taken an audience-centric approach to marketing, cross-device targeting has become an essential part of their marketing strategy. The promise of delivering a consistent and cohesive experience to customers across channels and devices is a key part of the value proposition. In this post, we’ll go through some of the basics of […]

Complete B2B Website Checklist

You or your superiors may be asking, “Why do we need a new website?” At its core, a B2B website is the digital face of your business and often the first step a potential client will take in evaluating your company. Did you know that it’s actually fairly common for potential clients to determine if […]

Why Fictional Characters Should Be Your Business Valentine

No, I haven’t lost my mind, fictional characters are vitally important to your business. They are so important that they function as the foundation for your entire Inbound Marketing success. These fictional characters are what we in Inbound Marketing lovingly call Buyer Personas. Lovingly being a key phrase, your business should be in LOVE with […]

10 Social Media Marketing Mistakes Businesses Must Avoid

Social media is an integral component of any successful digital marketing strategy. With 74 percent of adults using social networking sites, the opportunity to increase your site’s online exposure to new customers cannot be ignored. While the ROI of social media marketing remains hotly debated, there is no doubt that it can be a great […]

Parents of US hostage held by ISIS nixed rescue mission, report says

The parents of an American aid worker held hostage by the Islamic State terror group reportedly did not want the U.S. to launch a mission to rescue her, but rather have her release negotiated.

Jordan vows to completely ‘wipe out’ ISIS

The United Arab Emirates said Saturday it ordered a squadron of F-16 fighters to Jordan, which an official said would participate in airstrikes on the Islamic State group after the UAE earlier suspended its involvement.

Small Business Boot Camp: 10 Online Business Laws and Nuances to Address for Ecommerce Success

This is the fourth installment of the #SellMore Small Business Boot Camp series. In previous parts, we discussed how to find a product niche, how to source your products and how to evaluate your idea. This week, we’ll be covering how to identify any red tape that may hinder your ability to sell online, as […]

Saturday, February 7, 2015

Yes, the Absence of Net Neutrality Would Affect Your Business

Is your business following the Net Neutrality decision? If not, you should be. You could argue Net Neutrality is a fight for truth, justice, and the American way. Sorry, Superman, but being faster than a speeding bullet has a whole new meaning in this debate. The idea that all data online must be treated equally […]

Man in vegetative state for 12 years wakes up to tell remarkable story

When Martin Pistorius was 12 years old, he came down with a strange illness that caused him to lose his ability to walk, talk and make eye contact, NPR.org reported.

Father refuses to give up baby with Down syndrome

When he discovered his newborn son had Down syndrome, a New Zealand man living in Armenia was horrified not by the condition, but by the assumption that he wouldn't want to keep little Leo.

Obama security agenda urges ‘strategic patience,’ drawing criticism amid ISIS threat

President Obama unveiled a national security strategy on Friday that called for 'strategic patience' and warned against American 'overreach' -- an approach that drew criticism as some lawmakers say the rising threat from the Islamic State demands a more urgent response.

Nurture Your Network and Be in Service to Your Customers

This final blog in our five part series focuses on nurturing your network and being in service to your customers. Jill Rowley is a thought leader in the field of social selling. When she was a rep at Salesforce she would seek out content, read articles, summarise them into bullet points and share these insights […]

5 Sales Tips My Kids Learned from Watching Shark Tank

Confession: at our house, we watch a LOT of reality TV. One of our favorite series – and one of the few reality shows that’s also family-friendly – is ABC’s Shark Tank. I love the brash personalities, the high-stakes negotiation, and seeing entrepreneurs achieve their life’s dream. Our children love the banter, the friendly insults, […]

Fraud worries force TurboTax to halt state filings

Intuit, parent company of TurboTax, says that is working with state agencies to address the concerns about tax fraud that forced the firm to halt transmission of state e-filing returns.

If the 1960s Had Landing Pages: Minimalist Design For Effective Conversion

Up until three or four years ago, landing pages were generally crammed with information. Marketers and designers believed that more content elements made for a more compelling argument that visitors should opt in. How can we resist filling out the form when we see so many convincing lists of product benefits, famous customer logos, glowing […]

How to Get a Girlfriend for Beginners


Here are some fantastic ways to find a girlfriend for you single guys out there. Try this thoughts out and get yourself a wonderful girlfriend today! Read More »


Thursday, February 5, 2015

Joelle Carter Discusses Ava’s Game Plan On Final Season Of FX’s Justified

The final season of Justified has been unfolding for fans on FX. Joelle Carter, who plays Ava Crowder, recently shared her thoughts with Entertaintment Weekly regarding how her character is finally taking control of her future. Here are some highlights: On Ava being in control “I think so. And I think she was trying to avoid the actual […]

NBC Nightly News anchor Brian Williams left out key facts in war story apology, report says

Army flight crews said Thursday that NBC Nightly News anchor Brian Williams, in his apology over a false Iraq War story he had told for more than a decade, left out key facts in his admission, the latest development in an embarrassing episode for the face of the news network.

2 dead in apparent murder-suicide at University of South Carolina; threat over

Authorities responded Thursday afternoon to a murder-suicide at the University of South Carolina, The State newspaper reported, citing a 'law enforcement official close to the situation.'

Coca-Cola Milk? Super-Fortified Option On The Way

Coca-Cola is now selling milk. The company this week announced plans to sell a super-fortified version of the popular beverage. Coca-Cola’s Minute Maid division has teamed up with Fairlife to offer the new drink option. In a press release, Fairlife said the milk will contain “50 percent more protein, 30 percent more calcium and half the sugar […]

Doctors say there is little they can do for Bobbi Kristina Brown, source says

Things aren’t looking good for Bobbi Kristina Brown.

3 Keys to Finding the Right Keywords in 2015

In 2013 a seismic shift hit the world of SEO, and search experts are still trying to figure out what they think about it. Google’s Hummingbird changed some major rules about how its search algorithms work, and many businesses still don’t know how to update their SEO strategies to fit the new rules. If you’re […]

Shocked Jordanians rally behind king, against ISIS after video of pilot's killing

The shocking images of a Jordanian Air Force pilot being burned alive in an outdoor cage by ISIS terrorists have galvanized the country, once seen as possible fertile recruitment ground for the group, behind King Abdullah II's calls for a stepped-up military campaign.

Wednesday, February 4, 2015

At least 23 dead after plane crashes into Taiwan river

At least 23 people were killed Wednesday after a Taiwanese flight with 58 people on board turned onto its side shortly after takeoff, clipped a bridge and crashed into a river in the island's capital of Taipei.

Tuesday, February 3, 2015

How To Make A Guy Like You – 5 Simple Tips


So you’ve got your eye on someone. Or maybe you don’t and you’re just wondering how to make a guy like you for the next time a excellent one comes along. It can be confusing to know just what to … Continue reading


Are Big SEO Events Any Use These Days?

You are never short of events to attend on search engine optimization. For instance, Eventbrite lists 347 SEO events taking place in the UK in the next six months. Of course, there will be many others which do not use Eventbrite. You are spoiled for choice. The problem with most events on search engine marketing […]

Monday, February 2, 2015

Nationwide hunt for Georgia man accused of murdering five people

Officials launched a nationwide manhunt Monday for a 26-year-old Georgia man suspected of murdering five people, including his wife and other family members, whose bodies were discovered in their suburban home Saturday evening.

Social News: Facebook Puts an End to Organic Reach for Brand Pages

The time we’ve all been hinting at has finally arrived – Facebook is officially putting the kibosh on organic reach for brand pages. Translation? If you’re not paying to be seen, you won’t be seen. “No matter how creative a brand’s Facebook posts may be, they simply won’t get shown to any more than a […]

Sunday, February 1, 2015

6 Terrific Tips on Social Posting to Engage Your Audience

Looking for ways to engage with your audiences on social media? Wondering how to write copy that will make them read your social updates? I’ve got six terrific tips on how you can get noticed and keep the conversations going on your social networks. Write persuasive copy When it comes to social media posts, writing […]

Why He Doesn’t Deserve You


Recently I have ran into men of the past that want to reconnect in some way shape or form. At first I nearly fell back into the trickery of their nonsense until I quickly realized to re-visit the past would … Continue reading