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UPCOMING EVENTS

8.5.08

Out-sourcing to the Masses: User-Generated Content for Business

Wikipedia, YouTube, Digg, and Flickr, just some of the Internet's biggest sites, are comprised completely of user generated content. Today's Internet user is a Prosumer, a combination of consumer and producer. In this session we'll discuss the risks and advantages of leveraging prosumer content on your web site, how to encourage participation, and check out some great examples of user-generated content.

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Will the economic downturn bring us to the future?

by Bryan Gray,  January 23rd, 2008 , My profile
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The recent economic news/outlook has forced many of us to think thru the potential impact on our businesses for the next 12 - 18 months. Balancing how do I cut back but not retreat, watch expenses while continue making great investments or analyze all we do but remain open minded ...Read on

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Cost we pay for guessing and assuming

by Bryan Gray,  January 22nd, 2008 , My profile
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There have been numerous studies over the years about the direct and indirect cost to society from either unhealthy habits or wasting time - from smoking, fast food, lack of sleep or even watching YouTube videos at work.  You name it, and there's been an impact study. I'm not sure how ...Read on

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Are Intermediaries just “In the middle” aries

by Bryan Gray,  January 20th, 2008 , My profile
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What do the post office, sales people and PR professionals share in common? They're rooted in the past, many times cost more than they're worth and most importantly - become an extra link in the establishment of a direct connection between the source and its audience. Intermediaries were introduced in ...Read on

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Setting the stage for partnerships

by Bryan Gray,  January 18th, 2008 , My profile
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Many use the "partner" word on both sides of the transaction (selling and prospect) - I don't think it's properly used, understood or even wanted (in many cases). Speaking from the selling (initiator) side it is your responsibility to get others to view you as you want to ...Read on

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Manifesting Your Manifesto

by Bryan Gray,  January 17th, 2008 , My profile
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A lot of chatter around the new year is about budgets, revenue, expenses, cut backs, and various specific, measurable goals. What’s a bit more challenging – yet much more exhilarating is to consider more of what you stand for. And is this the year to stand for something ...Read on

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