Never before businesses and opinion makers have paid more attention to what is known as online influence. Identifying influencers has become an obsession for many marketers who aim to ‘use’ the…influence of online influencers for their marketing goals. It has also become an obsession for organizations fearing the power of negative comments from a PR [.]. Blog Connected marketing Research Social media marketing Fontys Economische Hogeschool influencer marketing Lewis PR online influence online influencers Silke van Dongen MORE >>

That is the question that consumes me. not only see the new forms of Digital Marketing as an opportunity that no Marketing Professional should waste, I often wonder if I am doing everything I can (and - in the process - encouraging the clients we connect with at Twist Image ) to ensure that the future generations of Marketers will look back on this very unique moment in time and be proud of the work that we all, collectively, did to help people connect in much more efficient and human ways with the brands that they care the most about. It's a tall order. Our very future depends on it. brand. MORE >>

I just wanted to say thank you for reading, commenting and making this blog better. While I may write, you make the magic happen in the comments and social conversations elsewhere – and I’m so grateful for that. Here’s to more of the same in 2012 and beyond – let’s continue to grow together. Personally and professionally, let’s make 2012 the year that we truly come together and make all the real magic happen. In the meantime… this is for you, and see you on the other side of Christmas! This post contains a video. MORE >>

The speech recognition software provided by Windows 7 has proven to be a resourceful tool for those who lead busy and hectic lives. This software allows you to ultimately control your computer simply by using voice commands. The initial use of the software will be somewhat challenging as most people are use to controlling their computer with their hands, but as you continue to use the software, it recognizes your voice and becomes easier to control with each use. Setting up Windows 7 Speech Recognition. Set up a Microphone. Press the Start button and locate the Control Panel tab. MORE >>

For the last two Fridays of the year, I thought I’d do something a little bit different and fun. With the help of my work wife,  Patti Knight , we compiled a list of all of the #FollowFridays for the year. This week is a list of everyone featured January through June. And next week we’ll do July through December. But the cool thing? I’ve created both Twitter and Google Reader lists that you can follow at once. Joey Strawn can be found on  Twitter  and blogging at  joeystrawn.com. Nancy Myrland can be found on  Twitter  and blogging at  Myrland Marketing. Happy Holidays! MORE >>