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JULY 12, 2010

No, gathering with our friends, sharing news and planning events is not new. Reply Liz Isaacs says: July 14, 2010 at 4:36 pm Also, it should be noted that social media while it’s definitely here to stay and should be an integral part of one’s marketing strategy. It should not be the panacea or alpha-omega of marketing.

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NOVEMBER 7, 2009

Again, an example of marketing at its finest – create interest up front and then blow their socks off by delivering beyond expectations. Will I continue to tell folks heading to Vegas that they should find a way to see LOVE?

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AUGUST 29, 2008

ve worked hard to organize the event. Them: Many events publicize the list of attendees ahead of time. Check them out on LinkedIn; maybe get in touch in advance of the event and let them know how much you?re The Group: Some events are about lead exchange, some pure networking. Arrive late, leave early Hey, you?re

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OCTOBER 4, 2012

As is the norm these days during large events, people were sharing their thoughts and observations during the Presidential Debate which took place in Denver, Colorado last night. Cynthia is the Senior Director of KitchenAid Brand and Marketing Services. Hang in there; allow me to explain. What happened first.

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2009

ORM and the Dark Side: Astroturfing, Flogging and the Viral Marketing Campaign that never was Reply Irene Koehler says: September 18, 2009 at 3:32 pm You’re absolutely right. I think in the years to come we are going to witness many more amusing interactions of the kind depicted here. Oscar Del Santo´s last blog.

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JANUARY 12, 2010

One prominent Internet Marketer actually sent me an email *on Christmas Day* selling me more of her stuff…UGH…couldn’t delete that one fast enough! Perhaps it’s your chance to begin teaching Internet Marketing sales etiquette~what a concept! Seriously, there’s a time to sell and a time to back off.

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MARCH 22, 2012

Bait and Switch Sin: The subject line and beginning of the email seem to make it seem that you are interested in the recipient, but it quickly becomes clear that this is a marketing message. so you don’t miss any future Almost Savvy social media updates, events and news. Image courtesy of iamqui.

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JULY 11, 2009

Reply 10 Sure-Fire Ways to Get Me to Unfollow You on Twitter | Dose of Digital - Digital Marketing in Pharma and Healthcare says: July 30, 2010 at 9:39 am [.] Back in July, Irene Koehler from Almost Savvy wrote a post called (get this…) 11 Sure-Fire Ways to Get Me to Unfollow You on Twitter.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2009

Jim is a super-smart marketing mastermind and is also the brains behind The Tech News Blog and The Ideas Blog. Quick Internet marketing tip! Re Twitter, I know it can be a great marketing tool but actually I decided to use it primarily to connect with some great women- and I have! A few months ago I was lucky to make page 6!!

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JANUARY 3, 2009

WOW Wish I had known before the last [link] #TCR so we could have told more tweeps I will give a copy of “Twitter Revolution: How Social Media and Mobile Marketing is Changing the Way We Do Business & Market Online&# so you can add that as a prize for one of your listeners. – and that’s helping me a lot too!

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MAY 3, 2009

Just check it out: [link] I also blog myself about marketing (click my name above) and then I have a personal travel blog which I don’t update too often. I’ve enjoyed your Marketing Safari blog for some time now and look forward to more great content. Meanwhile to all blog writers…keep it going, it works for you!

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APRIL 6, 2010

Whether it is to market our business, persuade a client or vendor, motivate an audience or capture the attention of potential employers, influence is important. Learning how best to communicate and influence others is no different. Don’t we all hope to influence others in some way?

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APRIL 12, 2009

Social Media – A Tool in Your Marketing/Business Plan Reply Irene Koehler says: November 7, 2009 at 2:28 pm Excellent, Andrea! On the brighter side, you’ve managed to turn this very unfortunate event into a learning experience for the rest of us. I appreciate your advice and assistance. Backing up is always a great idea!!!

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AUGUST 28, 2008

They understood their audience, showed that they have a sense of humor about themselves and successfully turned that uh-oh moment into an viral marketing opportunity.? Mighty impressive!

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AUGUST 28, 2008

They understood their audience, showed that they have a sense of humor about themselves and successfully turned that uh-oh moment into an viral marketing opportunity.? Mighty impressive!

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JULY 24, 2009

Enter TrueTwit , which markets itself as the “Validation Service for Twitter.&# What began as an irritating trend, has now become an overwhelming distraction causing great frustration among Twitter users, even driving some to leave the platform favoring other places to network and share.

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JULY 15, 2010

If this happened at a live networking event, the conversation would go something like this: “Hi. When we connect with a business peer, we want to feel like more than just a prospect or a member of a target market. Uh…ewww. All I can say is this doesn’t work with me – not in the real world and not online.

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MARCH 31, 2010

I don’t need to know that you’re at the market, at the gas station, at work or on the train. Essentially, what bothers me about social media apps, though the tide is growing in support of it, is the redundant inclusion of features support by other apps in an effort to become the market leader.

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JANUARY 2, 2009

Following the time when Mom’s praise was enough and prior to today, there was also a time,when customer testimonials printed on marketing brochures were all the evidence we needed to know you were the bee’s knees.

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MARCH 22, 2012

Bait and Switch Sin: The subject line and beginning of the email seem to make it seem that you are interested in the recipient, but it quickly becomes clear that this is a marketing message. so you don’t miss any future Almost Savvy social media updates, events and news. Image courtesy of iamqui.

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FEBRUARY 23, 2010

Also, please email me a geographic place where I can get the CD of networking event pictures to you. Reply Naomie says: February 25, 2010 at 3:28 pm Hi Irene Beatrice sent me in your direction I think this is a very interesting marketing tool. Looking forward to the fish and chips in London! This could be fun! Thanks for everything!

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MARCH 22, 2012

Bait and Switch Sin: The subject line and beginning of the email seem to make it seem that you are interested in the recipient, but it quickly becomes clear that this is a marketing message. so you don’t miss any future Almost Savvy social media updates, events and news. Image courtesy of iamqui.

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DECEMBER 31, 2008

Suggested language you might want to consider including in the invitation: Wonderful to meet you at the marketing conference last week. It is considerate to remind the other person how you know one another and why you would like to connect with them, as opposed to connecting with someone to increase the size of your network.

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FEBRUARY 2, 2009

Have you attended a networking event, made new contacts and indicated interest in connecting on LinkedIn or Facebook? I will be honest I am an affiliate marketer and Twitter has been great for me. If it seems like all they want to do is market something to me, I don’t follow them. What has been your experience?

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2009

It can be something simple like “Excited to meet and connect with other architects on Twitter&# or “Have heard so much about integrating Twitter into my marketing plan, just have to give it a try.&# You get the idea; you’ll find what fits for you.

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MARCH 8, 2011

While I love the actual speaking part of each engagement, it can be a bumpy road leading up to the event, especially if the host or sponsor hasn’t taken the time to clearly define their goals. Professionals, Business Owners, Students, Marketers, etc.? Topic What is the objective of the event or session?

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FEBRUARY 11, 2009

They sent me to a conference in Huntsville Alabama where I helped with event logistics for a distinguished speaker. In advance of the event, our speaker–the real “Eugene Von Krantz,&# Mission Control Director of Apollo 13–and his wife asked me to take pictures of them for “the kids.&#

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OCTOBER 31, 2008

My many twitter friends, especially Clara Kuo of The Millennium Marketer ( @manesaclara ), have replied instantly to queries with answers and words of encouragement. Social media marketing is new territory and there’s no such thing as being too late to the game. Andy Quayle at BlogHost.me

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OCTOBER 31, 2008

My many twitter friends, especially Clara Kuo of The Millennium Marketer ( @manesaclara ), have replied instantly to queries with answers and words of encouragement. Social media marketing is new territory and there’s no such thing as being too late to the game. Andy Quayle at BlogHost.me

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