But first, what is podcasting? Podcasting is a relatively new type of technology, so here is some background for those who have yet to come across this term. The definition on wikipedia is pretty good: Podcasting makes audio files (most commonly in MP3 format) available online in a way that allows the software to automatically…
Month: August 2021
Ness Notes for August 25
You have to love the NFL, the regular season, or the preseason! The Dolphins outscored the Panthers 323 yards to 145 last night, gaining 20 FDs to Carolina’s nine (the Panthers were just 2 of 14 on third downs). However, the final score said Carolina 19-10, a win and a ‘cover’ for the Panthers! My…
Hawaii Snorkeling Tips Part VI: Big Island Wilderness Snorkeling Spots
Are you coming to my island on vacation? There are three things I always recommend first-time visitors to do. First, take an aerial tour. Second, go to a luau. Lastly, I advise people of all ages to get in the water and snorkel. The magic of the “one-one-one, experiencing the world through the eyes of…
Are free tips really free or can they be very expensive?
In my interviews, we found that it is a good strategy for a consultant to advise clients on how to hire another marketing person and still charge the original consulting fee. Why? The reason is that the more marketing and practical help, the better. It especially helps that you understand and appreciate your help. This…
Titanic (1997), Looking Back at the Past: Approach to Marxist Criticism
The film began with the search for the valuable and precious Heart of the Ocean necklace. Brock Lovett and his team believed that the necklace was submerged to the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean along with the Titanic. They failed numerous times until they found a vault that they believe holds the necklace. As it…
Happy life: does this require wealth?
Who wouldn’t be happy to have more money? To pay the credit card or buy the necessary furniture. However, the enormous wealth of the ‘fat cats’ who run large companies in the UK has astonished us. As of October 2011, the salary packages of the directors of the FTSE 100 companies had increased by 49%…
Collaborative marketing: more results with less work
Strategic alliances are the key to your Cross promotion success. A popular reason for companies to join is to promote each other. The ideas are as simple as a local pharmacy and a dry cleaner promoting each other with special offers or coupons, regional promotions, national promotions. Cross promotions can be developed with competitors or…
What should a sales performance standard look like or what should you expect from your sales team?
When defining the tasks and objectives of a salesperson, it is important to be clear about what you expect. However, what should your sales performance standards look like? Below is a (high-level) example of a Sales Performance Standard. Maintain a high level of customer satisfaction with each of our clients. Maintain a professional attitude consistent…
Easy Camping Recipes – Enjoy MORE OF YOUR Camping Experience
One of the best parts of going camping is the cooking that it involves. There are many easy camping recipes that can be made while camping, which generally taste better than at home! Beginning campers tend to include camping packing lists to make sure they don’t forget vital items. However, now the aggravating decision arises…
Book Review: Mending a Broken Heart
Thirteen authors, who are also experts in the area of sex addiction, have come together to write “Mending a Broken Heart: A Guide for Couples of Sex Addicts.” Each has written with clarity that is not only educational but also inspiring for those caught in an extremely difficult situation involving sex addiction. The book is…