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Laughter Spot – 4 great jokes for the airborne traveller

Via SUZAN ST MAUR Three + a bonus one air travel jokes to add to our award winning Laughter Spots  … whether you’re a frequent or occasional flyer, you’ll find some good laughs to enjoy here. Shooting star On one particular flight when the first officer was at the controls, the aircraft had landed very roughly [more ] http://bit.ly/1Knt0Mc

GleanIn Social Registration enables exhibitors and their personnel to see in real-time who has registered for an event from their social networks

GleanIn s revolutionary new social marketing software is storming the UK events’ market due to its unique value proposition for visitors AND exhibitors. GleanIn s social registration widget sits within the registration process and encourages visitors to connect their social profile/s in order to see who else is registered for the event AND also which exhibitor brands, [more ] http://bit.ly/1JGOQUi

Who are the cute girls in the hilarious Heinz Mustard commercial?

Q: Who are the cute girls in the hilarious Heinz Mustard commercial? A: Rebecca Larsen & Ingrid Haas http://t.co/4EpxvlUV6H #withag WhoIsThatHotAdGirl (@thathotadgirl) May 18, 2015 http://bit.ly/1EvbCTi

Video : Terrible ad but beautiful hot ad girl in this Orbit commercial

You Might Know Her As: The ridiculously hot British sounding girl from the Orbit commercials. She seems like she d be a tough cookie. And this is why we love her. Who She Is: Vanessa Branch. She s a British-American actress and model known for her work on Orbit campaigns. She s awesome enough to hold dual citizenship in the [more ] http://bit.ly/1EvbCTe

Q. Should I start creating your own bespoke newsletter?

Designing engaging bespoke newsletters guaranteed to look amazing in every inbox, on every device Should I start creating your bespoke newsletter? Your content is superb. Right up there in terms of quality. You work very hard to get it right. You should be making fuller use of it. More coverage to the right prospects. I [more ] http://bit.ly/1ibvReH

Laughter Spot … “He says you don’t have the guts to pull the trigger”

After a thorough investigation, a rich gangster finds out that his bookkeeper has cheated him out of $10 million. His bookkeeper is deaf. That was the reason he got the job in the first place. It was assumed that a deaf bookkeeper would not hear anything that he might have to testify about in court. [more ] http://bit.ly/1JpNDRU

“A drunken usability experiment” – Austin Knight (UX Designer at HubSpot) at the Conversion Conference in October 2015

In this talk, Austin Knight (UX Designer at HubSpot) will discuss a drunken usability experiment and the unexpected influence that it had on the way that user research is conducted. Learn about new and unconventional methods for overcoming the struggles and pitfalls of traditional user testing, obtaining true and honest user feedback, and verifying the [more ] http://bit.ly/1NGCUZF

“Where digital marketers and analysts come to get the latest strategies for increasing website conversion rates” – Conversion Conference, London | TheMarketingblog

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Agenda. etc. Conversion Conference London etc.venues, 155 Bishopsgate, 28-29 October 2015.. http://bit.ly/1UegJOH

“Where digital marketers and analysts come to get the latest strategies for increasing website conversion rates” – Conversion Conference, London

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How to convert new business opportunities before your competitors – Lead Forensics

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Research : The fastest growing ethnicity searched for by marketers is Middle Eastern

To reach today’s global audiences, diversity in marketing has become increasingly important and Shutterstock has identified the latest in diversity trends in their People report. Our latest infographic reflects a growing demand for authentic and diverse images: http://t.co/KjdMB7cz8s pic.twitter.com/oxLs7AtBSe — Shutterstock (@Shutterstock) August 27, 2015 Thanks to the internet, businesses need to market their products [more ] http://bit.ly/1NFaa3o

Let Lead Forensics Tell You Who Visited Your Website

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Turn your anonymous website visitors into sales leads, convert new business opportunities before your competitors and increase your online ROI. http://bit.ly/1NZgDmZ

Benedict Cumberbatch ‘magnificent’ in the gritty role of ‘Man Shopping in Tesco’

Benedict Cumberbatch has blown away the critics after a ‘magnificent, power-house performance’ at the Brent Cross Hendon Way Tesco Superstore in Cricklewood last night. The Sherlock star, already receiving plaudits for his role as Hamlet at the Barbican Theatre, was praised for his thirty-five minute ‘tour-de-force’, in which he grappled with the gritty role of [more ] http://bit.ly/1NYsbH0

You can now have a bespoke newsletter for your operation. Imagine it. Your own result driven bespoke newsletter

Should I start creating your bespoke newsletter?  - Your content is superb. Right up there in terms of quality. I have an idea for you called ‘Newslettered’   The team at theMarketingblog can now create a regular bespoke newsletter for you which .. Can be sent to your data bases Built into your web site [more ] http://bit.ly/1KpXSKl

Twitter Tweets on a Friday : #Marketing, #Communication,Sony Mobile Communications, #tourism, #travel, SmartUpUK, Content Management

Friday, 28 August 2015, 12:55 pm TrekkSoft @trekksoft Build your digital presence with: visual content, SEO, social media marketing & mobile: buff.ly/1KROQBN #tourism #travel Reply Retweet Favorite Friday, 28 August 2015, 7:40 am UK_HeadHunts @UK_HeadHunts Vacancy for Marcoms Manager at Sony Mobile Communications in London, UK. express.candarine.com/campaign/url/f… #Marketing #Communication #ROI #Jobs Reply [more ] http://bit.ly/1KpXThi

I will show you how the right bespoke newsletter, with the right content designed to get you that all important new business

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You can now have a bespoke newsletter for your operation. Imagine it. Your own result driven bespoke newsletter.It's a special offer - 100% discount on both your newsletter and the send. A no brainer. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain. http://bit.ly/1Uhmkyj

New research reveals that IT issues are holding back the contact centre industry

New research from Call Centre Helper, run in partnership with NewVoiceMedia, reveals that nearly half of industry professionals (44%) name ‘IT issues’ as a key barrier to running an effective contact centre. The survey, which asked over 600 members of the contact centre industry ‘what barriers stop you from running your dream contact centre?’ also [more ] http://bit.ly/1i6G38e

Latest News : StackaWraps get a £500,000 funding boost

StackaWraps, lifelike 3D product replicas, are breaking through on to high streets in the form of giant beer glasses, aftershave bottles and even an oversize pair of jeans A £500,000 funding boost has helped a Stockport firm to develop its patented oversize replicas StackaWraps, lifelike 3D product replicas, are breaking through on to high streets [more ] http://bit.ly/1PWCQTY

A £500,000 funding boost has helped a Stockport firm to develop its patented oversize replicas

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StackaWraps, lifelike 3D product replicas, are breaking through on to high streets in the form of giant beer glasses, aftershave bottles and even an oversize pair of jeans. They are the brainchild of Richard Peter, who identified a gap in the market for portable, realistic recreations, and so he designed StackaWraps to be flat packed, so that they can fit in the boot of a car http://bit.ly/1JArxvi

How is that whole immigration crackdown thing going? This just out from the Office of National Statistics

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Dita Von Teese will open a pop-up shop in Selfridges next week

Lingerie designer Dita Von Teese will open a pop-up shop in Selfridges next week. http://t.co/SWOWlQmQAZ pic.twitter.com/JVqkTP7Nh4 Will Corry (@slievemore) August 27, 2015 http://bit.ly/1PA4O7c

Lenor and agency Grey praise skirts in this video

A lovely ode to the skirt. More than a feminine garment. Oh lovely skirt. Here’s something to cheer up a dank, rainy so-called summer day (the Scots say ‘dreek’), a Procter & Gamble commercial from Germany bizarrely. Graphic by Shutterstock Fabric softener Lenor and agency Grey have chosen to divert us with a paean of [more ] http://bit.ly/1PA4NjI

Dita Von Teese to launch pop-up shop in Selfridges

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Burlesque star turned lingerie designer Dita Von Teese will open a pop-up shop in Selfridges next week. http://bit.ly/1WTUah3

An epic step-by-step guide to writing a business plan

You already know how to write a business plan…but you have been told you don t, and now you probably believe it. You have been told what a complicated process it is.  You have been told how difficult it is.  You have been told that without an expert by your side you will fail. http://bit.ly/1JxoSCC Our step [more ] http://bit.ly/1JzCBNr

An epic step-by-step guide to writing a business plan

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Our step by step guide to writing a business plan, explains each section of a business plan and how you can write yours. http://bit.ly/1KPu71u

It will be “Black Friday ” soon – are you ready?

UK retailers were left reeling last November when British shoppers spent online an estimated £810 million in one day, due to a new retail phenomenon imported from the US dubbed Black Friday. According to the UK’s industry association for online retail IMRG, who compiled the figures, the surprise amount spent on Black Friday eclipsed the £650 [more ] http://bit.ly/1Ih1Q1O

Movers and Groovers : Emotion measurement tech company hires leading US government data scientist

A senior data science leader at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has joined Realeyes, an emotion analytics platform that measures how people feel and react when they watch video content. Jeff Ryan (photo) joins Realeyes as Chief Data Scientist and will report to CPO Martin Salo. He will lead the data science team, coordinate [more ] http://bit.ly/1LB3KSr

TheMarketingblog creates an “unfair” advantage for your company

TheMarketingblog creates an “unfair” advantage for your company http://bit.ly/1LwtaxP

Exponential whitepaper aims to help marketers define and improve engagement – exclusive to theMarketingblog

Digital ad solution experts Exponential have published a timely whitepaper on engagement to help marketers completely reappraise their online ad tactics in the wake of three rising trends in online advertising. By Bryan Melmed, vice president, insights services, for Exponential The trends they cite are the increasing competition for consumer time, the realisation “big data [more ] http://bit.ly/1LwtaxN

5 tips for better social integration – to get improved results across all channels… by Kelly Smith, Connecting Element

Social media doesn’t switch off, which is why it’s a vital part of your integrated marketing campaigns. Follow our five tips for better social integration to see improved results across all channels. Written by Kelly Smith Five tips for smarter social integration | Connecting Element Join up your marketing channels for better visibility and engagement across [more ] http://bit.ly/1WS41UH

Five tips for smarter social integration | Connecting Element

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Join up your marketing channels for better visibility and engagement across the board. http://bit.ly/1MMSrW9

White paper download – Engage with your audience while they are still anonymous and lead them into conversion

Fill out this form to get your free copy Losing 98% of your incoming traffic? Read how to engage with your audience while they are still anonymous and how to lead them into conversion Personalization: the key to online conversion What are the goals for engagement with anonymous visitors? What do you need to consider before personalizing [more ] http://bit.ly/1UcCWHz

Paddy Power and Betfair brands are getting together

Paddy Power and Betfair to merge The combined group will retain the individual Paddy Power and Betfair brands which each have distinct customer bases. http://bit.ly/1UcCWHx

Paddy Power and Betfair to merge

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The combined group will retain the individual Paddy Power and Betfair brands which each have distinct customer bases. http://bit.ly/1hdPIZN

12 tools you didn’t realize could get you more blog traffic

12 tools you didn t realize could send you more blog traffic It’s no secret We all want more blog traffic. This post looks at 12 free tools you didn’t realize could get you more traffic. We all want more blog traffic. For some of us it helps grow our business. For others it offers that [more ] http://bit.ly/1Kjj2tG

Digital Outdoor : “This spectacular location is like no other, with its incredible size and impact”..

Spencer Berwin, Managing Director – Sales at JCDecaux, said: “This spectacular location is like no other, with its incredible size and impact it offers brands an exciting new digital canvas in one of the UK’s largest cities. We are delighted that we have such high-profile brands capitalising on this opportunity to reach the influential and [more ] http://bit.ly/1Kjj2tE

12 Tools You Didn't Realize Could Send You More Blog Traffic

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It's no secret - We all want more blog traffic. This post looks at 12 free tools you didn't realize could get you more traffic. http://bit.ly/1PRMCGT

Research : “More dedicated sports brands are dipping their toes into fashion, like Puma’s collaboration with Rihanna”

British consumers are buying sportswear in droves, with the almost £6bn market being driven by women. The UK market hit £5.91bn in 2014, up from £4.62bn in 2010, according to a report from Key Note. The research house estimates sportswear sales will total £8.65bn in 2019, based on current growth rates. Sportswear sales in the UK [more ] http://bit.ly/1hZOaDn

UK retailer newsletters failing to engage with consumers » ClickZ UK

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Practicology has released the findings from six months of research into retailers’ email marketing campaigns. Conclusions? There's substantial room for improvement. http://bit.ly/1fEcadq

Women for Women : South African model Katryn Kruger sparkles in THE OUTNET.COM’s upcoming FW15 campaign

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THE OUTNET.COM’s upcoming FW15 campaign - Three key trends for the season: sleek minimalism, luxe boho and an embellished look Exciting news about http://bit.ly/1fEan8a

Women for Women : South African model Katryn Kruger sparkles in THE OUTNET.COM’s upcoming FW15 campaign

THE OUTNET.COM’s upcoming FW15 campaign Three key trends for the season: sleek minimalism, luxe boho and an embellished look Exciting news about THE OUTNET.COM’s upcoming FW15 campaign. Debuting in September, the campaign concept has evolved from the thrill of the hunt to the joy of the find itself with customer insights helping to drive [more ] http://bit.ly/1PwiWhN

Laughter Spot : The one about being “overenthusiastic on the cocktails”

Two women friends had gone out for a girls night out, and had been overenthusiastic on the cocktails. Incredibly drunk and walking home, they suddenly realized they both needed to pee. They were very close to a graveyard, and one of them suggested they do their business behind a headstone or something. The first woman [more ] http://bit.ly/1PwdUBS

NewVoiceMedia named 2015 Communications Solutions Product of the Year Award winner

NewVoiceMedia, a leading global provider of cloud technology which helps businesses sell more, serve better and grow faster, announced today that TMC, a global, integrated media company, has named its ContactWorld for Service solution as a 2015 Communications Solutions Product of the Year Award winner. “We’re incredibly proud that ContactWorld has been selected for TMC’s [more ] http://bit.ly/1PwdT0R

Laughter Spot : “I’ve got some good news and some bad news”

God came to Adam and said, I ve got some good news and some bad news. Well, give me the good news first, Adam replied. I ve got two new organs for you. One is called a brain. It will allow you to be very intelligent, create new things and have wonderful conversations with Eve. The other [more ] http://bit.ly/1hYrUtx

Dirty dancing! – V Festival turns into a mud bath

Heavy rainfall lashed Britain overnight with forecasters warning of more thundery downpours across the UK today Severe weather warnings in place for south west, south east, East Anglia, London and parts of Scotland until 10pm Several parts of Britain have already seen more than a fortnight s rainfall in the past 24 hours, the Met Office [more ] http://bit.ly/1KJrqOO

Want to reach mums and dads? – You must check Sally Durcan’s “Talk to Mums” newsletter

Talk to Mums // http://bit.ly/1IbnjZY

Latest Tweets Rugby World Cup … DHL, Luis Picamole, Aer Lingus, Scotland World Cup Squad, The team from Wales

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Movers and Groovers : Annabelle Dickson, Archant and Sally O’Rourke, bluemarlin

EDP and EADT Political Editor Annabelle Dickson has been promoted to the newly-created role of Group Political Editor, Archant, with immediate effect. Annabelle, who leads the lobby group of journalists at the House of Commons, has been Political Editor of the Eastern Daily Press and East Anglian Daily Times for the past two years and [more ] http://bit.ly/1EenHM9

Education : adconnection present an “infographic of all the latest clearing stats”

Education : adconnection present an “infographic of all the latest clearing stats” http://bit.ly/1Eecifj

Newcast appointed as digital agency for Seriously Strong, President and Galbani brands

Newcast, the branded content division of ZenithOptimedia, has been appointed by Seriously Strong, President and Galbani, some of the UK’s leading cheese brands, to be their digital agency of record in the UK. Newcast was awarded the business following a competitive pitch against three creative digital agencies, as part of a decision to embrace a [more ] http://bit.ly/1Ee4MRP

“Is your company is gearing up for their annual conference?” – Hotcow Blog

Hotcow write Social media. Most businesses do it. But do they do it right? It’s that time of year again. Your company is gearing up for the annual conference. You’re frantically trying to secure sponsors, line up guest speakers and plan networking events. There’s a lot to think about. But while you’re in planning [more ] http://bit.ly/1LvFfWR

Women for Women : Ten lessons motherhood has taught me

Motherhood. It changes you. It teaches you. Lessons that you expect to learn, such as how to put on a nappy. The exact way your baby likes to be rocked to sleep. That it is possible to love each child the same, that your heart grows a little bit more each time to encompass that love. [more ] http://bit.ly/1U2hmLg

Sam Warburton unveils Duracell #PowerCheck at Rugby World Cup 2015 / Opta

Official Rugby World Cup 2015 Tournament Provider, Duracell, today launches a new objective measure of power and endurance to help fans to understand more about teams, players and key moments at the 2015 Rugby World Cup. This will provide a great introduction to the sport for those that are new to rugby and will provide [more ] http://bit.ly/1U9g23L

Events : Engage and inform potential clients in a format that is easy to use

Innovative interactive event technology in the form of a giant tablet! A range of screen sizes available from 22 to 55 inches Brings marketing & promotional elements seamlessly together Previous clients inc. Sky, Barclays, Harrods, NHS & BBC News Based in London & available for events worldwide http://www.giantitab.com/ Bringing together smart phone, tablet and multi-channel [more ] http://bit.ly/1V3UxUs

You can turn your sales people into rock stars – Lead Forensics

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Laughter Spot : Brilliant Beijing hotel brochure – Translated as only they can

A friend went to Beijing recently and was given this brochure by the hotel. It is precious. She is keeping it and reading it whenever she feels depressed. Obviously, it has been translated directly, word for word from Mandarin to English. Getting There: Our representative will make you wait at the airport. The bus to [more ] http://bit.ly/1NE5ObL

Responsive design / Is it possible to create a high-converting responsive e-commerce site?

Is Responsive design the choice for E-commerce However, many e-commerce companies are still skeptical of responsive design as a solution to the multi-screen problem. They are concerned with how responsive design will affect the customer experience and overall website metrics. To help answer the question of whether responsive design is a good choice for enterprise e-commerce [more ] http://bit.ly/1NE5NVv

The IAB Believes…in online privacy

Statement from IAB UK .. As the internet continues to become more entrenched in our everyday lives so the notion of privacy becomes all the more important. User privacy is a challenge that all organisations – big or small operating in a digital world need to address, not least as this world is about [more ] http://bit.ly/1Ju5ta0

Laughter Spot : But the fact remains that if she was sleeping in her OWN bed …

A mum visits her son for dinner who lives with a girl roommate. During the course of the meal, his mother couldn t help but notice how pretty his roommate was. She had long been suspicious of a relationship between the two, and this had only made her more curious Over the course of the evening, [more ] http://bit.ly/1Ju5t9Y

Row over staff restaurant tips resurfaces .. Pizza Express, Ask Italian, Zizzi, Prezzo, Giraffe, Cote..

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B2B Marketers : Download this limited-time Forrester report to learn how you can reward, recognize, and engage your customers

How consumer loyalty principles can help B2B companies reward, recognize, and engage their customers Earning customer loyalty is very important to B2B marketers. After all, loyalty translates directly into referrals and new cross-sell/upsell opportunities. But it’s easy for marketing and customer insights professionals in B2B companies to dismiss B2C loyalty marketing practices as tactics that [more ] http://bit.ly/1hzxXVI

Video … A star is born in this adorable ‘Tiny Dancer’ spot from John Lewis

Each year, the launch of the John Lewis Christmas TV ad is almost like a national event. This year told the story of a boy and his penguin friend, last year was the animated tale of a bear and a hare. John Lewis doesn t just save its ad magic for the holiday season. Other stand-outs include the 2010 [more ] http://bit.ly/1Ju5r1W

UK SEO Events – Conversion Conference London, ad:tech London, eMetrics Summit

If you’re looking for UK SEO events at the end of 2015, Silkstream have put together this ultimate list of all the events they could find, up and down the country for:  SEO (Search Engine Optimisation)  .Digital Marketing  .PPC (Pay Per Click) . Social Media. ASO (App Store Optimisation) Courtesy of Silkstream SEPTEMBER 2015 Silicon Beach [more ] http://bit.ly/1V0I5ET

Marketing and the Rugby World Cup – latest tweets

Rugby World Cup, Land Rover, Canon, Bear Grylls, Heineken, National Dairy Council plus the latest tweets. [View the story "Marketing - Rugby World Cup - latest tweets" on Storify] http://bit.ly/1V1KHT5

Updated Marketing News – Check this ultimate Rugby World Cup page – 4 articles, stories, news etc.

Rugby World Cup Latest case studies, articles, tweets, stories etc. The Rugby World Cup 2015 latest news // http://bit.ly/1V2s2q2

Check a potential backlash on this actress’s invitation to ‘taste the bush”

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Latest software / “This B2B sales tool will turn your sales people into rock stars!”

Editor of theMarketingblog s Newslettered exclusively writes .. People always ask me “What’s the latest software that is going to make my business money?” While it is often not as simple as that, occasionally something comes along that really does do, exactly that.  This B2B sales tool with turn your sales people into rock stars! Now, [more ] http://bit.ly/1WNuUco

Apply to be part of “The Next Big Thing” / ad:tech London October 2015

Have an innovative product, service or solution? Apply to be part of The Next Big Thing ad:tech London is working with Unilever and Chief Marketing & Communications Officer Keith Weed to help the FMCG giant to deliver “the right technology to the right brands, at the right time”. http://bit.ly/1huPGgK

Have an innovative product, service or solution? Apply to be part of The Next Big Thing

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ad:tech London is working with Unilever and Chief Marketing & Communications Officer Keith Weed to help the FMCG giant to deliver “the right technology to the right brands, at the right time”. http://bit.ly/1Lo7V3S

Laughter Spot : “A cute way for her to afford new clothes”

On their wedding night, the young bride from Reading approached her new husband and asked for £30 for their first lovemaking encounter. In his highly aroused state, her husband readily agreed. This scenario was repeated each time they made love, for more than 40 years, with him thinking that it was a cute way for [more ] http://bit.ly/1hsKBpo

The IAB Believes…in an ad-funded internet

Statement from IAB UK The IAB UK outlines how ad blocking prevents brands and publishers from reaching their audiences with effective and relevant communications and content How many times a day do you check your email, log on to Facebook, ‘Google’ the weather forecast, or check the headlines online?  I’d wager that it’s more than a [more ] http://bit.ly/1hszb4P

Check this very cool app for football player exchange – Giant iTab

Buzzed to meet Lee #eventprofs, #eventtech, #futurechw, #leadgeneration, @CentralHall, @EventopediaUK, @TheGiantiTab, Giant iTab, large iPad, Mark Jones, Marketing, rental touchscreen, smart phone, sponsorship, tablet, top 5 event tech pick, touchscreen tablet solution today and see their very cool app for football player exchange. It s all kicking off! pic.twitter.com/HBjY7UaqoG Giant iTab (@TheGiantiTab) August 7, 2015 [more ] http://bit.ly/1Jkne7l

Sally Durcan of Hotcow discusses innovative ‘game-changing’ guerrilla marketing from Ikea

This guerrilla marketing campaign was certainly one of the more novel uses of Instagram as a free promotional medium, and a fun way to browse Ikea’s collection. The innovation hasn’t just opened the doors for more use of Instagram in unusual ways, but more use of all apps. In many ways, and in-line with the [more ] http://bit.ly/1Jl1exh

IKEA Russia Promotes Latest Collection By Creating A ‘Website’ On Instagram

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Sally Durcan of Hotcow talks about innovative marketing from IKEA http://bit.ly/1TYSKxC

Laughter Spot : The one about the mile high club

A businessman boarded a flight and was lucky enough to be seated next to an absolutely gorgeous woman. They exchanged brief greetings and he noticed that she was reading a manual about sexual statistics. He asked her about it and she replied, “this is a very interesting book about sexual statistics. It identifies that American Indians [more ] http://bit.ly/1HXzObv

Laughter Spot : “The one about PC sacking”

The owner of a small airline in the Scottish Highlands had just lost a big tourism contract and as a result, the business was in difficulty. The owner gathered together his four cabin crew staff members. “I’m really sorry,” he said, “but I’m going to have to let one of you go.” The black steward [more ] http://bit.ly/1HXzOID

Latest News : World’s 100 most innovative companies, China’s August scare, Co-op Bank, Gatwick Airport, Greek Government, Vicky Pollard and a Chinese billionaire

Co-op Bank losses almost triple as turnaround drags on Dutch lambast Greek government for creating complete chaos as Germans back third bail-out AEP: China s August scare is a false alarm as fiscal crunch fades Sir Howard Davies blasts Gatwick boss claims that Airports Commission s report contained superficial analysis What do Vicky Pollard and a Chinese [more ] http://bit.ly/1J6VIek

Travel/leisure …. LIDA lands CRM account for P&O Cruises and Cunard

Thanks @Campaignmag V. excited Carnival UK is joining the LIDA fold. Celebrating with @lidalondon tonight #boatparty pic.twitter.com/jZoCTRFdN8 Matt Lambert (@lambertlambert) August 20, 2015 Agency to transform P&O Cruises and Cunard direct to customer marketing - P&O Cruises and Cunard have hired direct agency LIDA to handle their Customer Relationship Management (CRM) business. The agency [more ] http://bit.ly/1J6VIee

How to discover the ‘why’ and the ‘how’ of implementing inbound marketing in your business

http://bit.ly/1gXUOsS The inbound philosophy revolves around building trust and authority with contacts in the midst of an often noisy and sceptical world. The inbound methodology helps brands attract visitors, convert leads, and close sales using tactics like blogging, social, search, conversion paths, marketing automation and many more. And inbound is fueled by educational content that [more ] http://bit.ly/1Kx8YZD

Inbound Methodology eBook Offer | Equinet Media

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Download The Inbound Marketing Methodology and discover the 'why' and the 'how' of implementing inbound marketing in your business. http://bit.ly/1TYdEg8

Football news : Arsenal put Jack Wilshere on zero-hours contract

In a move thought to be the first of its kind Arsenal have placed midfielder Jack Wilshere on a zero-hours contract after running out of patience with the constantly injured player. As a result Wilshere will now be paid only when he plays for the club, a move that is expected to reduce his monthly [more ] http://bit.ly/1PA9v1o

“Live, Travel, Adventure, bless and don’t be sorry” – Jack Kerouac – The Topless Tour

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How can organisations ensure they keep the entrepreneurial fire burning?

A recent trip to the start-up melting pot of San Francisco, and conversations with colleagues from Microsoft and Netflix highlighted a problem that is facing many successful businesses that were once start-ups. According to the Global Entrepreneurship Centre there are 472 million entrepreneurs worldwide attempting to start 305 million companies. According to the National Business [more ] http://bit.ly/1PzjILq

Global DMS enhances customer experience with NewVoiceMedia

NewVoiceMedia, a global provider of cloud technology which helps businesses sell more, serve better and grow faster, today announced that Global DMS, a leading provider of web-based, compliant real estate valuation software, has chosen its ContactWorld for Service solution to enhance its B2B sales and customer support programmes. Global DMS enables diverse customers ranging from [more ] http://bit.ly/1PzfzXU

The IAB Believes…in tackling ad fraud head on

Statement from IAB UK .. The IAB UK outlines the work currently being done with industry partners to develop standards and technology to minimise fraud Fraud occurs in nearly all industries, so it’s no surprise to learn that as digital advertising has grown in popularity so, too, has the number of criminals seeking to [more ] http://bit.ly/1PzfzHx

Free Guide: 6 Marketing Metrics Your Boss Actually Cares About

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Your boss says he cares about many things, but what really matters? We don't have all the answers but here are six marketing metrics that your boss actually cares about. http://bit.ly/1E2Um7y

From Boots to Bytes: Schuh’s approach to data and analytics / Events .. eMetrics Summit

From Boots to Bytes: Schuh’s Approach to Data and Analytics Register Schuh is a retailer with numbers running through its veins for both physical retail and ecommerce. Stu provides some practical case studies of how their digital analytics helps them make better business decisions every day. Starting with a Mobile First imperative and a retail [more ] http://bit.ly/1JqhW06

Movers and Groovers : Michael Corry departs OMDWA to join the Carat Perth leadership team as Head of Digital

Carat Perth today announced another senior appointment with Michael Corry to join the agency in the newly created role of Head of Digital, reporting to Managing Director, Adam Marshall. Corry will be responsible for developing Carat s digital offering to its clients and steer the Perth business towards Carat s 2020 digital vision. He will lead a [more ] http://bit.ly/1JgSHHt

Carlsberg surprise holidaymakers with free beer

Carlsberg surprise holidaymakers with free beer on baggage carousel: http://t.co/ebjG06cUHK pic.twitter.com/NytHXo7Haj PRexamples.com (@PRexamples) July 24, 2015 http://bit.ly/1fooyy6

13 things mentally strong people don't do | Business Insider

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Mental strength isn't often reflected in what you do.... http://bit.ly/1TTmEmQ

Vending machine stunts : 4 of the best .. Coke, Gatorade,TAXI and Westin Hotels show us how

JetBlue and Coca-Cola Team Up to Surprise Generous Consumers http://t.co/QGobzfDbSd Will Corry (@slievemore) August 19, 2015 Vending machine stunts have become standard fare in advertising. We’ve seen Coke dish out free drinks, flowers and even airplane trips to people in order to spread a bit of happiness, for example. Gatorade s twist on vending machine [more ] http://bit.ly/1US0TGp

Vending machine stunts : 4 of the best .. Coke, Gatorade,TAXI and Westin Hotels show us how

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If you watch one vending machine stunt this year, make it the TAXI one. Check the 3 other ones as well http://bit.ly/1TTkd3E

Mark Pigou, Internet Retailing, Latest tweets, Tamebay, eSeller, Ian Jindal, House of Fraser, Sarah Baillie

Catch up with Mark Pigou of Internet Retailing His latest articles and tweets Mark Pigou, Internet Retailing, Latest tweets, Tamebay, eSeller, Ian Jindal, House of Fraser, Sarah Baillie [View the story "Mark Pigou, Internet Retailing, Latest tweets, Tamebay, eSeller, Ian Jindal, House of Fraser, Sarah Baillie " on Storify] http://bit.ly/1hlJszG

Interview – Sarah Baillie, House of Fraser on Mobile Apps and strategy | Internet Retailing

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Mark Pigou writes ... We were pleased to be able to chat with Sarah Baillie of House of Fraser [IRDX RHOF] about their approach to mobile web and apps, their strategy and the performance results they’d found. Introduced by our Senior Researcher, Martin Shaw, we reference House of Fraser’s performance in the IRUK Top500 for 2015 (where they rank as one of our Elite retailers). http://bit.ly/1NCHHYM

Video … KFC’s Colonel Sanders exhumed successfully!

W+K HQ plays safe with KFC’s Colonel Sanders | MAA A while ago new agency Wieden+Kennedy exhumed Colonel Sanders for KFC’s 75th anniversary. Well the old boy must have done something right because he’s still … http://bit.ly/1JeqGQH

Faces of Labour’s big names on to Game of Thrones characters – enjoy

Someone has put the faces of Labour s big names on to Game of Thrones characters Jeremy Snowe, Tyrian Burnham, Ed Balls as Hodor: finally, Labour’s internal politics has a parable. http://bit.ly/1JeqGQD

Someone has put the faces of Labour's big names on to Game of Thrones characters

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Jeremy Snowe, Tyrian Burnham, Ed Balls as Hodor: finally, Labour's internal politics has a parable. http://bit.ly/1NgmTJC

W+K HQ plays safe with KFC’s Colonel Sanders | MAA

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A while ago new agency Wieden+Kennedy exhumed Colonel Sanders for KFC's 75th anniversary. Well the old boy must have done something right because he's still ... http://bit.ly/1NgjGtG

Laughter Spot : Welsh shop window display unchanged for 30 years

Welsh sex shop window display unchanged for 30 years | NewsBiscuit A private shop in Swansea has failed to change its window display in 30 years claim residents of the seaside town. http://bit.ly/1JehyLW

The IAB aims to achieve maximum viewability and consumer attention for advertisers’ online campaigns

The IAB Believes…in maximising ad viewability The IAB aims to achieve maximum viewability and consumer attention for advertisers’ online campaigns and is working with partners to develop consistent standards. Statement from IAB UK Digital ad spend is in rude health, representing an impressive £7.2 billion in 2014, up 14% on the previous year. We’re [more ] http://bit.ly/1JehzzD

Laughter Spot : Migrants face ‘milk and honey ban’ at UK Supermarkets and ‘unexpected migrant in the bagging area’

http://bit.ly/1Px146W David Cameron has unveiled emergency legislation to forbid the sale of milk and honey products to those who do not have the legal right to be in Britain. News of the ban has resulted in what French police are calling ‘an almost instant’ solution to the crisis at Calais, with migrants packing up and [more ] http://bit.ly/1JehyLO

Case Study : FMCG snack brand uses social media to engage with teens – Talk to Mums

Case Study : FMCG snack brand uses social media to engage with teens Talk to Mums Fridge Raiders is a meat snack which has two, linked customers: teenagers and the mums who shop for them. The product was launched in 2006 by Mattessons which is best known for producing chilled cooked meats. In the [more ] http://bit.ly/1HTp6Tq

FMCG snack brand uses social media to engage with teens

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Fridge Raiders is a meat snack which has two, linked customers: teenagers and the mums who shop for them. The product was launched in 2006 by Mattessons which is best known for producing chilled cooked meats. In the UK, meat snacks are a relatively undeveloped niche, accounting for just 2% of 2011 sales in the total salty snacks category which is dominated by crisps. (Source: Mintel). http://bit.ly/1MzBsrU

Talk to Mums : Join our Blogger Network to be the first to know about upcoming events and activities … sign up here

Connecting mums with brands Talk to Mums Are you a blogger? Join our Blogger Network to be the first to know about upcoming events and activities. Plus get invited to participate in bespoke brand campaigns. Sign up here. http://bit.ly/1MzrN4n http://bit.ly/1JesA8c

Connecting mums with brands - Talk to Mums

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Are you a blogger?   Join our Blogger Network to be the first to know about upcoming events and activities. Plus get invited to participate in bespoke brand campaigns.   Sign up here.   http://bit.ly/1MzrN4n

13 of the best Google Chrome extensions for social media marketers

This list of the best Google Chrome extensions for social media marketers will save you valuable work time and effort. 13 of the Best Google Chrome Extensions for Social Media Marketers http://bit.ly/1Li7tUY

13 of the Best Google Chrome Extensions for Social Media Marketers

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This list of the best Google Chrome extensions for social media marketers will save you valuable work time and effort. http://bit.ly/1Ez5yng

Welsh sex shop window display unchanged for 30 years | NewsBiscuit

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A private shop in Swansea has failed to change its window display in 30 years claim residents of the seaside town. http://bit.ly/1Ey0VtH

LinkedIn's Social Selling Index & how to benefit from it

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http://bit.ly/1IYEDmI We now have access to an online tool called the Social Selling Index which is designed to give a snapshot of where you are in using LinkedIn as part of your sales – your social sales – activities. The details are displayed on your own page with references to how you rank in comparison to others within the same industry and your perceived peer group. http://bit.ly/1IYEDmI http://bit.ly/1IYEDmI

Retail technology: good for stores or good for shoppers?

By James Gambrell, CEO, Fits.me Technology is rapidly changing the balance of power between consumers and retailers. While there are some powerful and amazing up-and-coming, technology-driven applications available to help retailers improve their interactions with shoppers, most organisations seem to view these as merely another opportunity to help themselves rather than help their shoppers have [more ] http://bit.ly/1LgDUTG

(Video) Getting folk to watch in-flight safety announcements – Air New Zealand have finally cracked it

Airlines are constantly trying to find new ways to make people actually pay attention during in-flight safety announcements, and Air New Zealand have finally cracked it. Air New Zealand s Men In Black Themed In-Flight Safety Video With Rugby Players Is Amazing Airlines are constantly trying to find new ways to make people actually pay attention [more ] http://bit.ly/1TNHjxQ

The IAB believes…in brand safety online

The IAB UK on why brand safety remains a key concern for the digital advertising industry and how we must work together to protect the online ecosystem Around a dozen major brands were left red-faced earlier this year when their ads were discovered on unsavoury sites devoted to paedophilia, incest, bestiality and racism. If there’s one [more ] http://bit.ly/1TNHiKu

Air New Zealand's 'Men In Black' Themed In-Flight Safety Video With Rugby Players Is Amazing

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Airlines are constantly trying to find new ways to make people actually pay attention during in-flight safety announcements, and Air New Zealand have finally cracked it. http://huff.to/1Ex5dBn

Why are brand experience pavilions successful? – Hotcow

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Want to hear about a new brand experience? You may not have heard of it, but Millennium Mills is one of the last untouched ruins in London.  By Matt Press http://bit.ly/1Ex4i47

Why are brand experience pavilions successful? – Hotcow

Want to hear about a new brand experience? You may not have heard of it, but Millennium Mills is one of the last untouched ruins in London. A derelict flour mill on the south side of the Royal Victoria Dock alongside the newly built Britannia village, the Mills are currently undergoing a major renovation. Why are we going on [more ] http://bit.ly/1PunENu

33 quick tips to work your event like a boss

Business Networking: 33 Quick Tips to Work Your Event Like a Boss | Red Website Design Blog Do you attend networking events to expand the reach of your business? Want to make sure you’re not remembered for all the wrong reasons? When worked correctly networking events can provide a steady flow of warm and relevant [more ] http://bit.ly/1Puir8l

New today : 2 websites well worth checking – do it now

New : 2 websites well worth checking - (note these sites are changed each week) New UK Websites // http://bit.ly/1PuioJV

Business Networking: 33 Quick Tips to Work Your Event Like a Boss | Red Website Design Blog

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Do you attend networking events to expand the reach of your business? Want to make sure you’re not remembered for all the wrong reasons? When worked correctly networking events can provide a steady flow of warm and relevant sales leads, do it all wrong and you’ll just find it a big fat waste of time.… http://bit.ly/1NmtwcH

Brand/agency/media CEOs & CMOs talking data/content/tech on 13-14 Oct ad:tech London

Europe’s leading event for staying ahead of the latest interactive media, advertising and marketing trends. Join us this year http://www.ad-techlondon.co.uk http://bit.ly/1gNV1Pi

Brand/agency/media CEOs & CMOs talking data/content/tech on 13-14 Oct ad:tech London

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Europe's leading event for staying ahead of the latest interactive media, advertising and marketing trends. Join us this year http://www.ad-techlondon.co.uk http://bit.ly/1fHAnjx

Nescafe stunt : “Customers can barely keep their minds on what they went in to order”

Now that s one way to serve coffee [View the story "Naked waiters in a cafe - How would you react?" on Storify] http://bit.ly/1KoWXFB

All because the lady still loves it! – Milk Tray man returns

5 articles, tweets etc. about the return of the Milk Tray man [View the story "All because the lady still loves it! - Milk Tray man returns" on Storify] http://bit.ly/1KoSoeo

Flying Laughter Spot : “Ladies and Gentlemen, I am so sorry if I scared you earlier”

A plane took off from Heathrow Airport. After it reached a comfortable cruising altitude, the captain made an announcement over the intercom, “Ladies and gentlemen, this is your captain speaking. Welcome to Flight Number 293 from Heathrow to Chicago. The weather ahead is good and therefore we should have a smooth and uneventful flight. Now sit [more ] http://bit.ly/1MrjW7n

How you can score from an “unfair” advantage when we create your own bespoke newsletter | TheMarketingblog

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(1) Get a superior bespoke newsletter for your business (2) More social sharing (3) Gives you higher search rankings (4) You get dramatically improved results http://bit.ly/1DUqbzt

Your “unfair” advantage when you set up your own bespoke newsletter

Your “unfair” advantage when you set up your own bespoke newsletter (1) A superior bespoke newsletter for your business (2) More social sharing- (3) Higher search rankings (4) Dramatically improved results from your sales team (5) Improved bottom line this month Latest : TheMarketingblog can now create your own result driven bespoke newsletter . Better [more ] http://bit.ly/1DUmJFc

B2B Marketing: 25 marketing blogs you should be checking each week

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Follow these 25 marketing blogs to learn actionable tips and insights into improving your business. Learn to write better and increase customer acquisition. http://bit.ly/1NxZa4P

Oldie but Goldie Laughter Spot : The one about the little boy walking into his parent’s room

Graphic by Shutterstock http://bit.ly/1NiOVDv

Oldie but Goldie Laughter Spot : The one about the little boy walking into his parent’s room | TheMarketingblog

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Graphic by Shutterstock http://bit.ly/1PrRemY

Retailing Events : “Key disruptions in the retail industry over the last 10 years” – Ian Jindal | IRC 2015

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From the Store and Online to Multichannel: Retailing Gamechangers of The Last Decade Over the last decade the shopping journey has been redefined. http://bit.ly/1ITfqdg

Retailing Events : “Key disruptions in the retail industry over the last 10 years” – Ian Jindal

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From the Store and Online to Multichannel: Retailing Gamechangers of The Last Decade  Over the last decade the shopping journey has been redefined. Where once it started with a trip in the car or on the bus, today the chances are that we’re checking availability on a mobile device, ordering online for home delivery or .... http://bit.ly/1WsO9rv

News : Lloyd’s List,

Lloyd’s List is today announcing an international expansion of its editorial and analytical resources, marking the beginning of a strategic move to add increased depth and immediacy of digital content for shipping industry professionals. Through increased global reach and expertise, Lloyd’s List will ensure that customers have 24-hour access to the industry’s most up-to-date information, [more ] http://bit.ly/1ISM7ra

Doner and Alfa Romeo / Guy Ritchie’s The Man from U.N.C.L.E in New Ad Campaign

Watch: The trailer for Guy Ritchie s The Man From U.N.C.L.E. Alfa Romeo has teamed up with the new Guy Richie film The man from U.N.C.L.E. If you come and test drive a Alfa Romeo this weekend you will have the chance to win a trip for 2 adults to Milan including flights, hotel, dinner, spending [more ] http://bit.ly/1gJaDUe

Watch: The trailer for Guy Ritchie's The Man From U.N.C.L.E.

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The upcoming big budget movie of '60s spy classic has some intriguing Welsh connections http://bit.ly/1Kng56O

Irish media startup becomes a worldwide trending hit – Spike from Newswhip

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Spike, a product that helps organisations monitor the impact of content that s put out on the internet Within three years of launching its first product, NewsWhip counts ESPN, BuzzFeed, The Guardian , USA Today and other newspapers among its customers. http://bit.ly/1N8U0zb

Irish media startup becomes a worldwide trending hit - Newswhip

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Within three years of launching its first product, NewsWhip counts ESPN, BuzzFeed, 'The Guardian', 'USA Today' and this newspaper among its customers. Signing up big media organisations http://bit.ly/1KnaQEk

Wet and windy August set to kick start Christmas countdown, says eBay Advertising

Poor weather predicted for August could kick start Christmas shopping across the UK, according to insights released by eBay Advertising today. The publisher has revealed that searches for Christmas-related items spiked significantly when Hurricane Bertha brought unseasonably bad weather to the UK during the second weekend of August 2014. And with the Met Office forecasting [more ] http://bit.ly/1hCpaSw

Laughter Spot : The one about the ‘personal’ assistant

An attractive young female graduate was pleased to be appointed as assistant to the sales director of a large corporation. But her middle-aged boss irritated her when, on business trips abroad, he treated her in public as if she were his girlfriend. No doubt bolstered by giving this impression, the boss continually referred to her [more ] http://bit.ly/1KldDhe

Latest : New music messaging app MSTY, Nomad to create frozen food giant, BT takeover of EE, HBO signs up Sesame Street

New music messaging app MSTY, Nomad to create frozen food giant, BT takeover of EE, HBO signs up Sesame Street Grant Bovey, former boss of Imagine Homes and ex-husband of Anthea Turner, is trying his hand at messaging apps and the world of digital music French and German executives jetted into London last week to [more ] http://bit.ly/1TAxMVu

Women for Women : To all the Women in my life, a heartfelt “thank you”

This is taught at Stanford University . In an evening class at Stanford University the last lecture was on the mind-body connection the relationship between stress and disease !! The speaker (head of psychiatry at Stanford) said that one of the best things that a man could do for his health is to be [more ] http://bit.ly/1KkFAWq

Giant iTab – 4 fresh articles about this ‘cool’ new rental touchscreen

The Giant iTab is a touchscreen tablet solution designed to take advantage of today s rapidly growing world of event showcasing [View the story "Here is a cool idea for your next event" on Storify] http://bit.ly/1NeLVbk

Check out brand & agency bigwigs speaking at #adtechlondon & save £200

http://contentcuration.tumblr.com/post/126629193592/speakers-at-adtech-in-october-karen-blackett-obe http://bit.ly/1L9QOQx

“A whole lot more people will be ordering burritos from their wrists”

http://contentcuration.tumblr.com/post/126605659897/its-tough-to-know-exactly-what-to-make-of-the http://bit.ly/1KjLXcJ

You see your next office, unconstrained by walls or wires. You are mobile

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Events : Business and government are experiencing an unprecedented increase in risk and an exposure to crisis

Crisis Management Leaders Summit,  Perth W.A  2015 Agenda -Business and government are experiencing an unprecedented increase in risk and an exposure to crisis; globalisation of supply chains and customer base, climate change, population growth, large demographic shifts, new technologies, an explosion of regulatory requirements – more than ever, it seems that the need for preparing [more ] http://bit.ly/1JVNGZQ

Events : Crisis Management Leaders Summit - Perth

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The Crisis Management Leaders Summit focuses on the current topics concerning today’s crisis realities and how businesses and governments are coping. It offers delegates a unique opportunity to look at crisis management from different viewpoints and to learn cross-industry lessons and best practice. With contributions from the Crisis Director Malaysia Airlines, Curtin University, Australia Cyber Emergency Response Team, Former Queensland Premier, GoCrisis, Air China http://bit.ly/1WlGFq3

Mercedes Laughter Spot : “Going to Saudi Arabia on business for two weeks”

A businessman walked into a City (of London) bank and asked for the loan officer. He said he was going to Saudi Arabia on business for two weeks and needed to borrow £5,000. The loan officer said he bank would need some security for such a loan. The businessman then handed over the keys to [more ] http://bit.ly/1JVAynq

Catwalk alert: Gent catwalk … Wyatt Shoe Shop

Spotted on Gent Catwalk @ModaExhibitions. What do you think? #MensStyle, #Trend, #MensShoes pic.twitter.com/ERUFplJ7KP Wyatt Shoe Shop (@WyattShoe) August 10, 2015 Tweets by @WyattShoe !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0],p=/^http:/.test(d.location)?'http':'https';if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src=p+"://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js";fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);}}(document,"script","twitter-wjs"); http://bit.ly/1HIfTx6

Hottest startups 2015 : London … WIRED Editor David Rowan

London s tech sector is flourishing, said Mayor Boris Johnson at the launch of an £85 million London Co-Investment Fund . The numbers back him up: startups in the capital secured a record £437 million in funding in Q1 2015, according to analysis by London & Partners, with total VC investment expected to surpass £1 billion [more ] http://bit.ly/1HIfQS3

Catwalk alert: Gent catwalk … Wyatt Shoe Shop

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Spotted on Gent Catwalk @ModaExhibitions. What do you think? #MensStyle, #Trend, #MensShoes pic.twitter.com/ERUFplJ7KP— Wyatt Shoe Shop (@WyattShoe) http://bit.ly/1KiP4S0

WIRED's 100 Hottest European Startups 2015: London's tech sector is flourishing and continuing to attract young businesses

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WIRED profiles London, where the tech sector is flourishing http://bit.ly/1MofEPH

Rawnet launches R&D lab to create innovative solutions to perplexing business problems

Multi-award winning digital agency Rawnet is following the lead of fellow technology businesses across the pond with the launch of an internal research and development lab and innovation centre. The Rawnet Labs, which will be an independent unit of the high-growth agency, has been established to help solve emerging business challenges in the digital world. [more ] http://bit.ly/1Khx5LX

New : A ‘result driven’ bespoke newsletter designed to really top up your sales pipeline – it’s a no brainer

Get in touch now for your free trial  Will Corry 01784 434 412 http://bit.ly/1JcrN9T

How Shop Direct has moved from its roots in mail order to become a leading ecommerce business

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The eDelivery Conference, takes place on October 13, the day before IRC2015 at the Hammersmith Novotel in London. The conference focuses on the retail .... http://bit.ly/1EmHP9E

Talk to Mums Newsletter : Mumpreneur, Mums & product samples, Five myths of marketing to mums, Sugary Ribena axed

Talk to Mums Newsletter • An established team of mums/parents who are professional marketers, PR and creatives • A database filled with 1000+ of the best locations and events that mums/families attend, built up over the last 10 years • Access to 500 (and growing) mum and parent brand ambassadors to staff your events or [more ] http://bit.ly/1N9zfCy

Women for Women : “What an amazing treat for your pregnant friend”

Little Butterfly London, the award winning, organic-certified range of divine skincare for babies and mothers is being launched in spas across the UK and Ireland. Little Butterfly London has collaborated with Exclusive Spa Brands and launched The Dreamy Pregnancy Massage (60 or 90mins) for expectant mothers. This organic-certified range is the perfect fit for the ever [more ] http://bit.ly/1TkRXMm

Women for Women : “What an amazing treat for your pregnant friend”

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Little Butterfly London, the award winning, organic-certified range of divine skincare for babies and mothers is being launched in spas across the UK and http://bit.ly/1TkNQjf

Movers and Groovers : New President for RadiumOne

RadiumOne have announced four high-level promotions to newly-created positions within its C-Suite, effective immediately. The promotions were announced by RadiumOne CEO Bill Lonergan and come shortly after the company’s recent funding round, which raised $54 million in equity and debt financing. In the first move, Anna Baird, Chief Financial Officer, was promoted to President and [more ] http://bit.ly/1WeZXxv

St Ives Group’s results on track, states trading update

St Ives, the international marketing services group, has released a year-end trading update ahead of the announcement of its full-year results in October. A spokesman for the Group said its results were expected to be in line with market expectations . He added: Trading across our Strategic Marketing segment has continued to be positive and significantly [more ] http://bit.ly/1P3ashV

M&S to keynote the 10th Internet Retailing Conference | TheMarketingblog

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10th Internet Retailing Conference, Boohoo, Clarion Events Group, Demandware, eDelivery Conference, Internet Retailing Conference, IRC 2015, M&S, Patrick Bousquet Chavanne http://bit.ly/1TjDxMD

What I’ll be looking for at IRX 2015: Chloe Rigby on the digital high street

It’s not so long since accepted wisdom took it for granted that the internet would eventually kill the high street. The only question was ‘how long’. But things have turned out differently. The invention of click and collect, and the growing use of mobile to bridge the gap between physical locations and online have given [more ] http://bit.ly/1f4XALQ

How Shop Direct has moved from its roots in mail order to become a leading ecommerce business

The eDelivery Conference, takes place on October 13, the day before IRC2015 at the Hammersmith Novotel in London. The conference focuses on the retail logistics that support the huge growth of ecommerce and multichannel retailing in recent years. It opens with a twist on the keynote speech: a three-note, featuring three speakers from Shop Direct. Deputy [more ] http://bit.ly/1f4UDLe

Affiliate Window: Developing innovative products that challenge the conventions in the channel

INFOGRAPHIC: Product Showcase – Innovation that challenges convention Our aim at Affiliate Window is to be the best affiliate marketing network we can be, and everything we do is geared towards this goal, including the new products we develop. This year we placed particular emphasis on developing innovative products that challenge the conventions in the [more ] http://bit.ly/1J6I8g7

Check out 10 of the most emotional adverts of 2015 : Web Video Store

Advertisements can be inspirational, funny, sad and heartwarming if executed well. They can take you through a range of emotions, and work extremely well for products and brands. Check out 10 of the most emotional adverts of 2015, they are sure to melt your heart! 10 of the most emotional adverts of 2015 For inspirational [more ] http://bit.ly/1J6pxkg

Advertisements can be inspirational, funny, sad and heartwarming if executed well.

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Check out 10 of the most emotional adverts of 2015 Advertisements can be inspirational, funny, sad and heartwarming if executed well.  They can take you through a range of emotions, and work extremely well for products and brands. Check out 10 of the most emotional adverts of 2015, they are sure to melt your heart! DOVE MEN+CARE This real life ad celebrates the first moments fathers find out they are going to be a dad. Promoting Dove’s Men+Care range – showing a man’s real strength.

Heartwarming adverts of 2015 which are sure to melt your heart!

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The Web Video Store bring you a range of inspiring & heartwarming adverts of 2015, see how your company can benefit from an inspirational ad, contact us. http://bit.ly/1gte01q

How to create meaningful experiences

In this piece, Lizzie Carver, Client Services Director at mcm creative group, shares her insights into how immersive experiences can be used to authentically communicate brand values Brand experiences and events are an incredibly powerful tool in any marketers’ repertoire, but there are some steps that it’s advisable to follow if you’re going to see [more ] http://bit.ly/1MfClE5

Dragons' Den ditch gluten-free offer

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Business partners wanting to develop a range of gluten-free products received an offer on Dragons’ Den last night (August 9) and then blew it. http://bit.ly/1J5OjRH

Events : Struggling to keep up with your competitors? Competitive analysis can be a great way to turn that around

Using Strategic Competitor Analysis to Improve Your Conversion Rate Struggling to keep up with your competitors? Competitive analysis can be a great way to turn that around. It allows you to learn from your competitors, anticipate their moves and benefit from them. By applying a scientific method to that process, the learnings you will get [more ] http://bit.ly/1Mfiu7W

Events : Struggling to keep up with your competitors? Competitive analysis can be a great way to turn that around

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Using Strategic Competitor Analysis to Improve Your Conversion Rate Struggling to keep up with your competitors? Competitive analysis can be a great way to turn http://bit.ly/1TjtdyQ

“The shock value of stripping down to scanties does not improve the singing performance”

Her midriff is tight all right, but her voice wobbles a lot, which would be understandable for an older singer  in the decline of her career, but not for one just starting. And the bikini thing was a cheap distraction, having nothing to do with the singing, the character in the opera or anything whatsoever. [more ] http://bit.ly/1HAOFbQ

“The shock value of stripping down to scanties does not improve the singing performance” | TheMarketingblog

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Her midriff is tight all right, but her voice wobbles a lot, which would be understandable for an older singer  in the decline of her career, but not for one http://bit.ly/1gWj4fL

Laughter Spot : “No computer, but I was told about Facebook and Twitter”

Letter to Editor SIR:   I haven t got a computer, but I was told about Facebook and Twitter and am trying to make friends outside Facebook and Twitter while applying the same principles. Every day, I walk down the street and tell passers-by what I have eaten, how I feel, what I have done the night [more ] http://bit.ly/1MVSXT7

Blunders : Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho hits out at his 'naive' medical team

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The Portuguese tactician, speaking to Sky Sports following Chelsea's 2-2 draw with Swansea City, said of his medical team: 'I was not happy with my medical staff. Even if you are a kit man, doctor or secretary on the bench you have to understand the game. http://dailym.ai/1J47mvP

Top posts for entrepreneurs providing ‘very useful’ news, advice, articles, success stories

Top posts entrepreneurship from theMarketingblog [View the story "The surest sign of a doomed wannabe entrepreneur is that they have a ‘great idea’" on Storify] http://bit.ly/1OYTFfV

Need a digital marketing agency in Bristol?

Need a digital marketing agency in Bristol? Capid House,  Nudge Digital,  Yoto Creative,  Purplex Marketing,  Noisy Little Monkey, Power Up Digital,  e3 Media [View the story "TheMarketingblog's list of digital marketing agencies in Bristol - August 2015" on Storify] http://bit.ly/1MZXpz9

Bristol: Need a digital marketing agency?

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Need a digital marketing agency in Bristol? Capid House,  Nudge Digital,  Yoto Creative,  Purplex Marketing,  Noisy Little Monkey, Power Up Digital,  e3 http://bit.ly/1KYk2V7

Blunders : Serbian State Lottery probed after number announced before being drawn | Latest News | Breaking UK News & World News Headlines | Daily Star

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Lottery staff are under investigation after a jackpot-winning number was announced before the ball was picked. http://bit.ly/1Tf6vb4