I've been reading all I can about social media and communities. But honestly, I heard more new ideas from Sean than in all of the articles and blogs I've come across on the topic.
The move to bring a measure of predictability to the still-unpredictable world of viral marketing is being driven by clients. They are trying to balance the risks inherent in a new marketing medium with the need to prove return on investment.
I conducted an interview with Chad Stoller, Organic's Executive Director of Emerging Platforms, to discuss the direction of social media as seen through his eyes and the eyes of his clients.
Sometimes for inspiration as a B2B marketer I look to our brethren in B2C marketing. Here's one example worth bringing back for your consideration.
Is a business model that locks in customers and discourages user innovation genuinely sustainable? According to my instincts, and the principles of Wikinomics, I say no.
In his book The Tipping Point, Malcolm Gladwell cited the "Rule of 150." The rule states that 150 is the maximum number of individuals with whom we can have a "genuinely efficient work relationship." At that size, orders can be implemented and unruly behavior controlled on the ba …
Search engine marketing has become a mainstay of any marketing department and a must-have in any integrated marketing plan. But did you ever wonder what all the new social media is going to mean for the search engine marketing industry? Good, then this podcast is for you!
Most companies are totally unprepared to deal with the new e-nastiness. That's worrisome as the Web moves closer to being the prime advertising medium—and reputation conduit—of our time.
Many large enterprises are now monitoring and listening to online conversations about their brand. In this podcast you will learn what firms like Sony and Wal-Mart are hearing and discovering in the process. WARNING: Some of these findings may surprise you!
Many large enterprises are now monitoring and listening to online conversations about their brand. In this podcast you will learn what firms like Sony and Wal-Mart are hearing and discovering in the process. WARNING: Some of these findings may surprise you!
Consider Jason Goldberg, CEO of the job-finding site Jobster. He discovered what blogs can do, the hard way. In December, rumors began swirling that Jobster was planning layoffs. On his blog, Goldberg stoutly denied everything.
Google users trade personal information in return for free use of Google's online services.
Discover for yourself what's new in technology and technology marketing at the must-attend event of the year Software2007.
Can you name the most popular blogging tool? Do you know what's best for RSS? How about podcasting tools?
Whether you are a beginner or an expert in wikis, you need to hear Ross Mayfield co-founder and CEO of SocialText Wiki software.
Here is a fun stat, there are 200 Billion emails a day, which equates to 30 emails per living person (and I am absolutely over my daily allotment) but worse than that is 70% is reported to be spam. Big deal you say?
If you love Web 2.0 tools the way I do, you probably came to the quick realization that they're powerful tools for creating a community.
Many marketers are contemplating adding some form of new media to their marketing toolkit this year. How will this fit into their business? How to get started? How to get past the internal legal hurdles?
A new benchmark report on What's Working In Lead Generation by RainToday can help you refine your lead generation strategy and choose the tactics that will have the greatest impact on your ability to generate leads.
Ok, I couldn't help myself when I saw this statement, in print no less, for not adopting Web 2.0 tactics – so I just had to point this one out:
Jack Welch is arguably the most talked about and widely emulated manager in business history.
Lois just published a book titled Beyond Buzz: The Next Generation of Word of Mouth Marketing, and I was lucky enough to get an advance copy (blogging does have its perks).
Her view is that the old marketing model is dead, and conversational marketing is king. She has a unique point of view on how to listen to customers, identify what is important to them, and uncover ideas that resonate and spark conversation.
In the past companies have looked outside their organizations to find other companies to partner with for innovation.
Web 2.0 tools are breeding open platforms, creating new communities to engage customers, and driving brand affinity and all the innovation that comes from truly listening to your customers. The net effect? Coase's Law is, if not dead, at least mortally wounded.
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