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My 2010 Product Wish List

2009 was certainly a big year for Twitter. I consciously used it more jumped into some more conversations, including some with a few companies. One of the nice things Twitter does, in my opinion, is give individuals and companies a greater ability to communicate so in the spirit of it all, here are. read more
Video Illustrating Social Media’s Importance

Sorry posting has been light; between the new baby, vacation, training, and Wicked Philanthropy, time has been sparse. Here is a video that I did want to share: John Battelle does make a good point in regard to the statement, “Social Media isn’t a fad, it’s a fundamental shift in how we communicate” which is needed. read more
Seven Basic Twitter Tips for Companies

Some of these might sound obvious but a lot of them seem to be ignored by companies on Twitter. Most will probably state that they don’t have the resources to dedicate to Twitter but they need to make them. A social media manager is just as important as a customer service rep, if. read more
Computer Vision & 3D Modeling via Photos

After watching Clay Shirkley’s TED Talk presentation last week I had to watch my all time favorite TED Talk; Blaise Aguera y Arcas demos Photosynth. This was the first TED Talk that really captured my interest. Photosynth has the ability to identify the content within a picture and overlap it with similar pictures. The. read more
Setting up Facebook Privacy & Privledges

I’ve received a few emails from friends about how to best adjust Facebook’s privacy levels. I’m not sure if this is the best way, but I certainly think it’s a step in the right direction and can greatly increase the value and usability of Facebook to you as you won’t have to censor your use. read more

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Search Marketing & Social Media

Thanks for visiting my site, my “home base” for discussions and thoughts about the online marketing space. I tend to post about items I’m intrigued or enamored with and with a quick browse of the site you’ll quickly pick up what they are; search engine marketing (PPC), social media (i.e. Facebook & Twitter), and the great outdoors.

I am currently job hunting and love meeting new people. Twitter has been great to this end and I would encourage you (despite how bearish you might be on Twitter) to join into the conversations. I hope to talk with you soon.

Twitter Feed

@VO2Max91 Thanks for the #nhl tip. I think my friend ended up buying the NHL.com subscription.
Good luck! RT @crosbycj: Bike is prepped for Keyesville: http://www.keyesvilleracing.com/
RT @apchaos: Concord MA: Cambridge Tpk & Harrington now open. Still closed: Nashawtuc, Westford, Sudbury, Heaths Brid Rd; Pine St; Rt 117
18:02 Go Thorton!!!! #NHL
Anyone know where you can watch NHL games online? (Friend is asking) Thanks #nhl #bruins
Great read for everyone, employed or not. RT @BostonMarketing: "Twitter etiquette that could land you a job." http://ow.ly/1nRbL

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