our blog

Thanks for dropping by. We are big believers in blogging.

We try to fill this space with interesting, thought-provoking and useful information.  It is for marketers, about marketing.  It’s also about business, trends and overall approaches for getting stuff done.  We often include method graphics and industry analysis that is yours for the copying.  We want to share with you information you value.

But how do we know if it’s valuable?  We only know when you tell us, or others.  We welcome that feedback, so be sure to use the buttons below to share your thoughts.  Pretty please?

Blog you later.

12 / 10 / 2012

The Good Old/New Days

 

Detroit Michigan is seen in a hundred different ways, worldwide. It is the Motor City, a source of unlimited political spectacle, a derelict beauty, and evidence of how a city can die. Old Detroit is gone, but not forgotten, and retailers like the Detroit Mercantile Company are looking to the past to help rebuild the city’s culture from the boots up. read more »

12 / 9 / 2012

A Child’s Right: Transparency and Fresh Water

 

This example made the list for its inclusion of a “living number.”  In every charitable effort, there are ups and downs.  Sharing the success and the failures is all part of transparency.

12 / 9 / 2012

Crowdsourced Travel for Geeks

 

Geek chic is certainly a force to watch.  Nerdy is the “new black “– having a geek or nerd attachment is now a badge of honor worth taking advantage of.

What are you doing to cater to a population interested in smarter things to do?

Nerdydaytrips.com

12 / 9 / 2012

Cook and Book: Intriguing Mixed Use Retail

 

The concept of creating themed areas is not new.  However, creating brilliant experiences in each one will always be fresh.  How much can you change and still be within your brand standard.  That’s up to you.