There are a lot of misconceptions about the usefulness of social media and inbound marketing techniques by both B2B and B2C companies. This slideshow by HubSpot compares those marketing fantasies to what’s actually happening (marketing fact).
Digging in the Cache – LOLcats
If there is any predictor of what will become a successful Internet meme, it’s probably whether cute animals (or kids) are involved. So, it’s probably no surprise that LOLcats has become so popular. LOLcats are images of cats in various poses with text placed over them in broken English known as lolspeak. While LOLcats became widely popular in 2007 from the website, Icanhascheezburger.com, the pop culture roots in a famous “Hang in there, baby” motivational poster from the 1970s.
Book Review: Nothing to Lose, Everything to Gain by Ryan Blair
Nothing to Lose, Everything to Gain by Ryan Blair
is the story and business insights of a self-made serial entrepreneur, who went from being a gang member as a kid (including serving time in juvenile prison) to making millions in his early 20’s. Sounds intriguing. The book is billed as not only inspirational, but also a guide with a road map to help others become successful entrepreneurs. When I was asked to review the book, I agreed thinking it would be a good story if nothing else. [Read more…] about Book Review: Nothing to Lose, Everything to Gain by Ryan Blair