Dave Fleet

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SXSW 2011: Strong on Networking; Less on Content

Dave Fleet

Yes, there are lots of parties at SXSW, but the people who get the most out of the event are those who use those events as a springboard for smaller, more focused conversations with other people. Foursquare arguably did so a couple of years later. Content varies in quality. No breakout companies this year. Conclusion: Worth it.

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Lessons along the road: 5 career pointers for new graduates

Dave Fleet

I recently had the honour of speaking at Seneca College ‘s “Make it Happen” event for about 400 of their marketing students. For years I’d work a full day in the office, then go home, read up on trends for a couple of hours and then write for a couple more. Foursquare didn’t exist yet. That became my passion.

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Lessons along the road: 5 career pointers for new graduates

Dave Fleet

I recently had the honour of speaking at Seneca College ‘s “Make it Happen” event for about 400 of their marketing students. For years I’d work a full day in the office, then go home, read up on trends for a couple of hours and then write for a couple more. Foursquare didn’t exist yet. That became my passion.

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