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How to Prevent a Hack Attack

In my last post, I shared the account of my recent email and Facebook hack attack. Now, it’s time to get to the nitty gritty—the relevant details that might help you and me prevent future digital identity theft and account … Continue reading

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They “Like” Your Biz on Facebook Because They Want Something!

“Shock of all shocks,” wrote the blogger with an intentionally sarcastic tone.  “People “like” businesses on Facebook and willingly submit their email addresses to companies in order to get discounts, deals and freebies.”  Then said blogger paused from typing to … Continue reading

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You Are What You Tweet—Be Careful In Messaging, Forwarding, Posting

‘Twas high drama over here in Nashville last week as a prominent PR man was outed in the media for forwarding an email that visually compared Michelle Obama to a chimpanzee (see full story here). This fellow hit “forward” and … Continue reading

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Out with the Old, In With the New Media for Your Small Business?

Just because there’s something new in the world of marketing doesn’t mean all the old stuff is automatically obsolete.  Sure, social media is here—and here to stay, yet there’s still place for direct mail, leave-behind brochures, handwritten notes, networking events, … Continue reading

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The Collective Connective – It’s Time for Small Biz to Face Up to Social Media

I have her email address and phone number.  She lives no more than a mile from me. However, I opted for direct messages on Facebook to set up our recent dinner outing.  Why did I communicate with my friend this … Continue reading

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Wake-Up Call – 3 Reasons You Can’t Ignore Social Media

Blog – Social Media Business Strategies – Social Media Connection. Was the telephone a fad? The TV?  E-mail?  Suffice to say, social media isn’t going anywhere either. Even as its form and function evolves daily (making the evolution from rotary … Continue reading

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