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The top 10 “Top 10” lists of 2010 predictions

December 31st, 2009

Predict (v): to declare or indicate in advance; especially: foretell on the basis of observation, experience, or scientific reason.
In anticipation of the New Year, I began making mental notes over the past month about predictions I had for the marketing world in 2010. But chances are that many already have the same ideas as me. [...]

Stop! Do not put that phone down!

November 23rd, 2009

So I have a problem, a problem that most of you may have as well. I am a cell phone addict.
During the recent SM2Day conference, Chris Brogan made the statement that people can leave their wallet or keys behind, but will not stray more than 10 yards from their cell phone. Chris was right. That [...]

Facial Recognition and Augmented Reality Hardware: The Future of Facebook?

November 10th, 2009

While researching Augmented Reality (AR), one of the newest technologies in the lands of interactive advertising, online gaming, and the like, I came across an interesting (though very crude) presentation on the possible integration of augmented reality within Facebook through facial recognition. In short, the author explained that if the facial recognition technology that currently [...]

Mix It Up: Use Video To Connect With Your Readers

October 27th, 2009

One of the newest trends in blogging involves the use of video.  It is a great way to connect with your readers, as well as increasing the functionality of your blog.  Miguel Llano, a business development account executive for Martino Flynn, records his first video blog on Blip!

That Was A Great Meal, But The Experience Was Even Better

September 22nd, 2009

This past weekend I was in New York City doing a presentation on personal branding and social media. After the conference, I went with my significant other for a night out on the town. We ended up at a great steakhouse with an amazing energy about it.
I ended up having one of the most amazing [...]