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Tesco’s Cool Use of QR Codes

I came across this video in an article by Jay Dunn and thought the concept was so cool and innovative that it just had to be shared. Here’s a little summary of the project: In North America, we’re starting to see QR codes being used more often in advertising. While it’s really just starting to take hold […]

What is content marketing?

Content marketing is a phrase you hear being thrown around a lot lately. But what exactly is content marketing? Let’s try to break it down, shall we? What exactly is content marketing? I’ve heard lots of different ways to explain it, both highly technical and overly simple. The best way I can think of to […]

What Twitter can teach you about writing.

Last week’s post was about how important it is for marketers and business owners to develop writing skills. Even if you aren’t writing your own website content or marketing materials, it’s still a skill you need to have. If you are sending emails to clients, you need to make sure that you can clearly communicate […]

Can social media replace cold calling?

Cold calling. You’ve no doubt been on the receiving end of a cold call. They always seem to come when you’re in the middle of doing something. They come out of nowhere, which is probably why they’re so annoying. Chances are, you’re not thinking about whatever it is they’re selling, so you’re forced to switch […]

Social Media Growth in Canada

Oh, how I love a good infographic. This one (from the awesome Techvibes) illustrates just how much social media use is growing and changing in Canada. Three things really stand out for me. The first is the huge jump in the number of LinkedIn users. This might be due to its recent IPO, but I […]

How to use #hashtags effectively on #Twitter

Hashtags are all over the place on Twitter. When they are used correctly, they can help make your tweets easier to find in searches and help boost your visibility. This article from Search Engine Land mentions a few reasons why hashtags should be part of your social media strategy, of which this is probably the […]

Blendtec and YouTube – Why It Works

Social media doesn’t have to strictly rely on Facebook and Twitter. There’s another social media tool that has the potential to be hugely successful if you can manage to get the formula right – YouTube. Getting the formula right is the tricky part. If you can get the right blend of ingredients in your video, […]

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