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Comment on Garbage Day by Paris call girls

Paris call girls — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:29:50 +0000

I’m a teenager and I heard that you can actually get paid for things like this. I’m experienced with computers and have good literature skills and I’m sure I can write successful blogs/articles.. . On a different (sort of) topic, would I be able to join affiliate programs?.

Comment on As “The Office” Wraps, Lessons in Company Culture by Amanda Oey

Amanda Oey — Thu, 16 May 2013 16:43:04 +0000

Awesome post – as much as The Office is a “slice of life” kinda show to generate what you described so correctly, “cringe-worthy” moments, deep down – Michael Scott cared greatly about his employees and everything he did was for the success of the branch and his for employees. Yes, execution was off – hey, that’s why it’s a great comedy right?

Comment on Ad Watch: “It’s Not Complicated” to Like AT&T’s Latest Commercials by Colleen

Colleen — Mon, 06 May 2013 03:08:39 +0000

There is a tipping point in advertising that apparently AT&T has forgotten. It’s called “viewer ad fatigue”. It’s the point at which the commerical has become so endlessly repetitive that it’s no longer amusing–just relentlessly annoying. At that point, you’ve forgotten what company the ad is for, because you’ve become intently focused on diving for the mute button. Progressive Insurance has figured that out, & that’s why they retire the ads that become tiresome, & come out with new stuff. If AT&T doesn’t have the advertising budget to do anything but produce one endless ad that’s irritating beyond distraction, what kind of money do they have to put into their service?

Comment on #Hash-Crash: How 71 Characters Trimmed 145 Points off the Dow by Sean Silva

Sean Silva — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 17:05:05 +0000

Thanks Dmitriy! The Netflix incident is certainly a great example and yes, not all companies are equally positioned today to equally leverage social media. Perhaps linking social media into more markets-immersed information systems such as Bloomberg terminals could be a good start. The question then is whether to require that all companies disclose investor-related announcements through social media in addition to their other methods on the premise that news travels fastest through social media.

Comment on #Hash-Crash: How 71 Characters Trimmed 145 Points off the Dow by Dmitriy

Dmitriy — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 14:27:55 +0000

Excellent insights, Sean. I don’t think automated trading is going anywhere, but there is definitely potential for more social media interaction in the financial world. Case in point, Netflix CEO Reed Hastings posting a Facebook update about how well the company is doing. But not all public companies have as strong of a public profile as Netflix so that raises the question of what’s next? Facebook is too informal, Twitter is too public and LinkedIn lacks the functionality to connect companies with their investors/shareholders. I’m not sure the right medium exists yet.

Comment on Remembering Al Neuharth, the Legacy of the S.O.B. by Sofia Chernova

Sofia Chernova — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 21:37:12 +0000

Nice article and good advice for young professionals! Passion is at the heart of great work.

Comment on Remembering Al Neuharth, the Legacy of the S.O.B. by Kristina Baldridge

Kristina Baldridge — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 16:33:07 +0000

Great piece, Maggie!

Comment on Ad Watch: “It’s Not Complicated” to Like AT&T’s Latest Commercials by Djb

Djb — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 01:05:17 +0000

These kid commercials are so absolutely annoying! I turn the channel immediately when they comes on!! I love kids, but they represent nothing simple or pure! Rather, Hollywood precouscious child wanna-be’s eww…

Comment on Ad Watch: “It’s Not Complicated” to Like AT&T’s Latest Commercials by Janie

Janie — Sat, 30 Mar 2013 10:59:13 +0000

These commercials are the funniest ever! The candid explanations these cute kids give for ordinary situations is hilarious and gives a refreshing view of their creative minds. AT&T is forever etched in my brain so good job!

Comment on Ad Watch: “It’s Not Complicated” to Like AT&T’s Latest Commercials by Billy Fleming

Billy Fleming — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 17:13:47 +0000

These commercials have done nothing but served as a daily reminder to be PATIENT. I’ve been running an old iPhone on T-Mobile, and despite the fact I’ve been dying to get an iPhone 5, I just couldn’t sign up for a contract AT&T due to the tone of these silly commercials.

And patience paid off! T-Mobile just announced the iPhone 5 coming in early April. Thanks AT&T!!! Your “memorable” commercials actually help the competition!