Archive | March, 2010

Use KnowEm to claim your brand on the Web

Use KnowEm to claim your brand on the Web

I’m all about streamlining the work you do in social media. So when I’m introduced to tools that help you be more efficient, I’m happy to share them with blog readers. Yesterday I attended PodCampSLC, a great annual event in Salt Lake City where podcasters gather to share tips and best practices. You can check [...]

Why communicators should purchase a .tv domain and what they should do with it

Why communicators should purchase a .tv domain and what they should do with it

Attention public relations, marketing and corporate communication professionals: Did you know you can now register a .tv domain name for about $40 a year? Think of what you could do using video to tell your story: Give your CEO a more human voice Profile team members Educate about your products and/or services Sponsor events or [...]

Who wants Google broadband in your city?

Who wants Google broadband in your city?

Raise your hand if you’d like an Internet connection that’s 100 times faster than yours today. Google is looking for a community of 50,000 to 500,000 to install its ultra-high speed broadband fiber optic network. It says it’ll offer the service at a competitive price and it’s asking for communities and residents to answer its [...]

Learn about PR 2.0 and University of California, Irvine Extension online courses

Learn about PR 2.0 and University of California, Irvine Extension online courses

A free, open to the public webinar by Pete Codella for the University of California, Irvine Extension. For all types of students — former, current or prospective. Public Relations 2.0 Information Session Date: March 18, 2010 Time: 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. (Mountain time) Place: online webinar RSVP: on UCI’s website Description Interested in starting or [...]

The Age of Communitainment

The Age of Communitainment

For several years I have talked about the new role of communicating with family and friends as a form of entertainment. This concept has been dubbed ‘communitainment.’ I recently heard a story on NPR about the U.S. military’s video game that simulates fighting a battle. The video game has single-handedly resulted in more military recruits [...]