Showing posts with label marketing. Show all posts
Showing posts with label marketing. Show all posts
Monday, November 28, 2011
TelecomYou.com Enables Importing of Blogger Blog Posts
Ever since Mr. Katanani told me about Telecomyou.com, I've been a fan of the idea and have been an avid user and member. I've met excellent wireless and telecommunications related companies and people via this social business networks. One of their newest features is the ability to import your blog posts, for example, from Blogger. In this video, I show you how to do this. Connect with me at Telecomyou, okay?
... Connect with me on Linkedin at http://www.linkedin.com/in/suzannebowen, Telecomyou, Facebook, Youtube, TMC at http://blog.tmcnet.com/monetizing-ip-communications/, iTunes channel, the new company I am with ... AstraQom ... or Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/suzannebowen, or at global events face to face to develop business and innovation.
Thursday, September 01, 2011
Using Video to Share Expertise and Review on Filipino Social Network PinoyKubo
My daily car trips around town now are much more interesting because satellite radio and a particular station Book Radio. I get bits and pieces of books, interviews, debates, and stories. My favorites are the Twilight Zone and Harry Miles episodes, but I also am introduced for the first time to the series by Kathryn Stockett The Help. The characters are good at different things and have points of views that are definite conversation builders. While listening, I keep thinking about how everyone is so good at unique and different tasks, has opinions and reactions I want to hear, read and know about especially in regards to The Filipino experience in 2011 around the world.
I convinced this young man to do exactly that but in particular about his experience so far with the PinoyKubo social network. He likes the fact he can see anyone anywhere in the world via PinoyKubo video over Internet and talk with them and show them how to do different things.
A transcript follows:
T = Tagalog E = English
T: Sawang sawa ka na ba sa Facebook?
E: Are you sick and tired of Facebook?
T: Puro notifications nalang ba ang nababasa mo doon?
E: Are notifications all that you get to read there?
T: Lumipat ka na kasi.
E: Just move to a different website already.
T: Saan pa? E di sa Pinoy Kubo!
E: Where else? Pinoy Kubo!
T: Magandang araw mga kaibigan, ako po si David at ikinagagalak ko pong ikwento sa inyo ang mga magagandang bagay na naghihintay para sa ating mga Pilipino, dito sa Pinoy Kubo.
E: Good day my friends, I'm David and I am thrilled to tell you about the wonderful things that are waiting for us Filipinos, here at Pinoy Kubo.
T: Ang Pinoy Kubo po ay isang social networking site katulad ng Friendster, Facebook, at Twitter, kung saan nagtitipon ang libo-libong mga Pilipino.
E: Pinoy Kubo is a social networking site like Friendster, Facebook, and Twitter, where thousands of Filipinos gather and meet with each other.
T: Ang isang magandang bagay po dito sa Pinoy Kubo, ay masmaraming mga Pilipino ang makakarehistro dito dahil tapat na tapat ang Pinoy Kubo sa wikang Pilipino.
E: One beautiful thing about Pinoy Kubo is that more Filipinos can register here since Pinoy Kubo is dedicated to the use of the Filipino language.
T: Ang Pinoy Kubo po ay isa sa mga pinaka-unang social networking site na Pilipino ang gumawa. 'Di lang po siya ginagamit bilang libangan, kundi na rin para sa negosyo.
E: Pinoy Kubo is one of the first social networking sites created by a Filipino. It can be used not only for leisure, but for business as well.
I convinced this young man to do exactly that but in particular about his experience so far with the PinoyKubo social network. He likes the fact he can see anyone anywhere in the world via PinoyKubo video over Internet and talk with them and show them how to do different things.
A transcript follows:
T = Tagalog E = English
T: Sawang sawa ka na ba sa Facebook?
E: Are you sick and tired of Facebook?
T: Puro notifications nalang ba ang nababasa mo doon?
E: Are notifications all that you get to read there?
T: Lumipat ka na kasi.
E: Just move to a different website already.
T: Saan pa? E di sa Pinoy Kubo!
E: Where else? Pinoy Kubo!
T: Magandang araw mga kaibigan, ako po si David at ikinagagalak ko pong ikwento sa inyo ang mga magagandang bagay na naghihintay para sa ating mga Pilipino, dito sa Pinoy Kubo.
E: Good day my friends, I'm David and I am thrilled to tell you about the wonderful things that are waiting for us Filipinos, here at Pinoy Kubo.
T: Ang Pinoy Kubo po ay isang social networking site katulad ng Friendster, Facebook, at Twitter, kung saan nagtitipon ang libo-libong mga Pilipino.
E: Pinoy Kubo is a social networking site like Friendster, Facebook, and Twitter, where thousands of Filipinos gather and meet with each other.
T: Ang isang magandang bagay po dito sa Pinoy Kubo, ay masmaraming mga Pilipino ang makakarehistro dito dahil tapat na tapat ang Pinoy Kubo sa wikang Pilipino.
E: One beautiful thing about Pinoy Kubo is that more Filipinos can register here since Pinoy Kubo is dedicated to the use of the Filipino language.
T: Ang Pinoy Kubo po ay isa sa mga pinaka-unang social networking site na Pilipino ang gumawa. 'Di lang po siya ginagamit bilang libangan, kundi na rin para sa negosyo.
E: Pinoy Kubo is one of the first social networking sites created by a Filipino. It can be used not only for leisure, but for business as well.
T: At dahil kakasimula pa lang nito, kung gusto niyong makilala o sumikat, e, pwedeng pwede niyo po gawin yan dito sa Pinoy Kubo.
E: And because it's still quite new, if you want to get noticed or become famous, Pinoy Kubo is the place you're looking for.
T: Kung 'di niyo naman po kayang iwanan ang Facebook, wag po kayong magalala dahil ang Pinoy Kubo po ay ginawa upang makipag tulungan sa Facebook.
E: If you have no intentions of leaving Facebook, don't worry! Because Pinoy Kubo is designed to complement Facebook, and not to compete with it.
T: At baka manosebleed na po ako sa kakaTagalog e, sumali nalang po kayo!
E: And because my nose might bleed from speaking in Filipino too much, just join already!
T: Ako po si David, para sa Pinoy Kubo!
E: My name is David, for Pinoy Kubo!
(Love for you to join the Karl Ramirez musician, activist and songwriter Fan Page on PinoyKubo.)
... Connect with me on Linkedin at http://www.linkedin.com/in/suzannebowen, Facebook, Youtube, TMC at http://blog.tmcnet.com/monetizing-ip-communications/, iTunes channel or Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/suzannebowen, or at global events face to face to develop business and innovation.
Wednesday, July 06, 2011
A Website Development Company Who Focuses on U Needs Business Partner
A gentleman named Owais Zareef, CEO of U Online Technologies, is looking for an outgoing, social-networks-savvy, USA-based person to work with him.
Contact:
Owais Zareef | CEO & Head of Business Development | U Online Technologies | www.uonlinetec.com |
Your One Stop Solution For All Of Your Business Needs.
http://www.linkedin.com/in/
... Connect with me on Linkedin at http://www.linkedin.com/in/suzannebowen, Facebook, Youtube, TMC at http://blog.tmcnet.com/monetizing-ip-communications/, iTunes channel or Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/suzannebowen, or at global events face to face to develop business and innovation.
What he says they do
- We are website design and website development company.
- We work by 2 different names http://aabizsol.com/ and www.uonlinetec.com
- Most of the work we do is from international market (USA, Canada, Australia and others).
- We have good clients and we are making good connections around the globe, too.
What we want from the partner.
- Looking for someone to take U Online (all about U ... the client U are working with) on international platform.
- Option to be a business partner.
- 30% on every sale.
- Decide how you will make it happen.
- Market our services.
- Sell our services.
- Promote our services.
Contact:
Owais Zareef | CEO & Head of Business Development | U Online Technologies | www.uonlinetec.com |
Your One Stop Solution For All Of Your Business Needs.
http://www.linkedin.com/in/
... Connect with me on Linkedin at http://www.linkedin.com/in/suzannebowen, Facebook, Youtube, TMC at http://blog.tmcnet.com/monetizing-ip-communications/, iTunes channel or Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/suzannebowen, or at global events face to face to develop business and innovation.
Wednesday, December 08, 2010
Let ITEXPO Participants Remember You for Business and as Fun
IT stands for Internet Telephony in ITEXPO, but ITEXPO is now co-located with several summits and workshops such as SmartGrid, 4G Wireless Evolution, SIP Trunking, VIPeering, M2M, Cloud Computing and more... that spell "B U S I N E S S D E V E L O P M E N T" like our company and you cannot find elsewhere.
In fact, our company's DIDX has added thousands of new wholesale telecom clients and vendors to the DIDXchange because of ITEXPO participation.
So, I thought I'd like to share with my readers what the ITEXPO East All Conference Reception Sponsor will get. First, it is scheduled February 3, 2011 in Miami Beach, Florida.
Attendees will appreciate and remember your company for a long time because of the fun and memorable evening of games, cocktails, karaoke, hors d'oeuvres, and networking!
The sponsor will receive all the leads generated by this reception.
Sponsorship Includes:
1. Pre-show email blast to ITEXPO Database promoting your sponsorship
2. Complete reception attendee list with contact information
3. Special introduction at reception by TMC CEO Rich Tehrani
4. Signage throughout convention center and event
5. Inclusion in the official Show Guide and program materials
6. Inclusion in all pre- and post-show publicity
Contact your ITEXPO sales representative today at 1-203-852-6800.
.. other blogs from our Super Technologies' team at http://blogs.didx.net/ and http://blog.tmcnet.com/monetizing-ip-communications/, our online magazine at http://www.techistan.com/, our iTunes channel, and DIDX podcasts. Find out how to bring new customers to your telephone company with local phone numbers from 70 countries. We are excited to be a part of helping 1000s around the world start a business, have success and connect with others via our Super Technologies' services such as DIDX, Techistan, Virtual Phoneline, CFMS or HVOIP white label business and more.
In fact, our company's DIDX has added thousands of new wholesale telecom clients and vendors to the DIDXchange because of ITEXPO participation.
So, I thought I'd like to share with my readers what the ITEXPO East All Conference Reception Sponsor will get. First, it is scheduled February 3, 2011 in Miami Beach, Florida.
Attendees will appreciate and remember your company for a long time because of the fun and memorable evening of games, cocktails, karaoke, hors d'oeuvres, and networking!
The sponsor will receive all the leads generated by this reception.
Sponsorship Includes:
1. Pre-show email blast to ITEXPO Database promoting your sponsorship
2. Complete reception attendee list with contact information
3. Special introduction at reception by TMC CEO Rich Tehrani
4. Signage throughout convention center and event
5. Inclusion in the official Show Guide and program materials
6. Inclusion in all pre- and post-show publicity
Contact your ITEXPO sales representative today at 1-203-852-6800.
.. other blogs from our Super Technologies' team at http://blogs.didx.net/ and http://blog.tmcnet.com/monetizing-ip-communications/, our online magazine at http://www.techistan.com/, our iTunes channel, and DIDX podcasts. Find out how to bring new customers to your telephone company with local phone numbers from 70 countries. We are excited to be a part of helping 1000s around the world start a business, have success and connect with others via our Super Technologies' services such as DIDX, Techistan, Virtual Phoneline, CFMS or HVOIP white label business and more.
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Add Zale Tabakman, Linkedin Marathon Runners Group
Zale is a CEO and a marathon runner. In fact, that is how I met him, through mutual running interests. He is a marketing consultant and owns a Curves facility in Toronto. You can add him on Linkedin and join the Marathon Runners group on Linkedin with great professionals for networking in business and fitness.
Don't forget, too, that several CXOs and managers in the telecommunications business and outside it who run... are meeting up to run or cheer on those who do run the 1/2 or whole Mardi Gras RocknRoll Marathon in New Orleans, LA on Feb. 28, 2010. Join the Facebook networking event area now to see others who will be there!
... browse some of our team's other blogs at http://blogs.didx.net and http://blog.tmcnet.com/monetizing-ip-communications/. You're welcome to comment, contribute, and collaborate any time.
Don't forget, too, that several CXOs and managers in the telecommunications business and outside it who run... are meeting up to run or cheer on those who do run the 1/2 or whole Mardi Gras RocknRoll Marathon in New Orleans, LA on Feb. 28, 2010. Join the Facebook networking event area now to see others who will be there!
... browse some of our team's other blogs at http://blogs.didx.net and http://blog.tmcnet.com/monetizing-ip-communications/. You're welcome to comment, contribute, and collaborate any time.
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Free Webinar on Hosted SEO with Rich Tehrani
Free Webinar, register now!
Hosted SEO: The Winning Formula
Are you getting the high organic results you want on major search engines?
Wednesday August 19, 2009, 2:00 pm EDT / 11:00pm PDT
Do your keyword terms come out on top of search engine results pages? Hosted SEO (Search Engine Optimization) can drive your company’s keyword terms up in results pages, even garnering the top spot. In the long run, Hosted SEO can deliver more cost-effective results than paid keyword ads or internal efforts.
Join TMCnet on August 19 to learn how Hosted SEO: The Winning Formula works. Discover the benefits hosted SEO delivers, such as achieving high organic results for your keyword terms, outsourcing your SEO initiatives, and leveraging the expertise of a leading media partner. SEO as a service can make your marketing efforts flourish. It offers a more powerful and flexible content management system than what you may currently be using.
They’ll discuss how using news is a successful driver for SEO. Relevant, frequently updated news allows you to benefit from enhanced credibility and increased brand recognition in your market. If you have questions about offering news, the ROI of hosted SEO, how to get started, etc., this Webinar is the ideal forum to get these and more answers.
What You’ll Learn:
Why use Hosted SEO
How your keywords can quickly achieve high
rankings in SERPs
The benefits of cross-linking
Why news draws traffic to your Web site
The flexibility and power of an outside content
management system
What a 3rd media party can offer
Who Should Attend:
CMOs, VPs, Directors and Managers of Marketing
SEO & SEM strategists
Public Relations, Corporate Communications executives
Brand Managers
... browse some of our team's other blogs at http://blogs.didx.net and http://blog.tmcnet.com/monetizing-ip-communications/. You're welcome to comment, contribute, and collaborate any time.
Hosted SEO: The Winning Formula
Are you getting the high organic results you want on major search engines?
Wednesday August 19, 2009, 2:00 pm EDT / 11:00pm PDT
Do your keyword terms come out on top of search engine results pages? Hosted SEO (Search Engine Optimization) can drive your company’s keyword terms up in results pages, even garnering the top spot. In the long run, Hosted SEO can deliver more cost-effective results than paid keyword ads or internal efforts.
Join TMCnet on August 19 to learn how Hosted SEO: The Winning Formula works. Discover the benefits hosted SEO delivers, such as achieving high organic results for your keyword terms, outsourcing your SEO initiatives, and leveraging the expertise of a leading media partner. SEO as a service can make your marketing efforts flourish. It offers a more powerful and flexible content management system than what you may currently be using.
They’ll discuss how using news is a successful driver for SEO. Relevant, frequently updated news allows you to benefit from enhanced credibility and increased brand recognition in your market. If you have questions about offering news, the ROI of hosted SEO, how to get started, etc., this Webinar is the ideal forum to get these and more answers.
What You’ll Learn:
Why use Hosted SEO
How your keywords can quickly achieve high
rankings in SERPs
The benefits of cross-linking
Why news draws traffic to your Web site
The flexibility and power of an outside content
management system
What a 3rd media party can offer
Who Should Attend:
CMOs, VPs, Directors and Managers of Marketing
SEO & SEM strategists
Public Relations, Corporate Communications executives
Brand Managers
... browse some of our team's other blogs at http://blogs.didx.net and http://blog.tmcnet.com/monetizing-ip-communications/. You're welcome to comment, contribute, and collaborate any time.
Monday, August 17, 2009
My Boss is Me and I'm Not Slowing Down for Her
Age. What images are created in your mind when you hear that word? I recently heard someone say they were worried about what their boss was going to do as they age and slow down.
Age and slow down? Is there such a thing? I can't speak for others, but I can speak myself and my husband will vouch for me. I used to work Monday - Friday about 6 AM - 6 PM and then start back about 8 PM - 10 PM and I would work another 16 hours or so over the weekend, averaging 80 hours a week. I very rarely complained, and when I did, it only irritated others. But ah! yes! Muaah!
We finally hired more qualified personnel, and I was able to relieve myself of tasks that do not come natural to me and pass to those whom they do. More than ever, I am enjoying our work at Super Technologies, Inc. because I have more time for my family and friends. In addition, the work I do now is what I am good at doing: publicity, marketing, writing, speaking, developing business.
I am definitely not slowing down. The time I used to spend poring over financial records and trying to solve technical problems I didn't understand, I am now reading more, taking my time to *research before writing. I am getting to know the fantastic and inspiring entrepreneurs and businesses all over the world via podcasts, video interviews and face to face at conferences and as a result, delivering content people are actually interesting in!
I finally have the chance to do the things that I always thought are important in business: showcasing the utter veracity, innovation and intelligence among men and women who are our clients, suppliers and vertical or horizontal "partners" in our IP communications social media "industry." I couldn't be happier in profession and career.
When I'm not working, I'm running, biking, doing yoga, playing with grandchildren, discussing books with daughter-in-law, herbal gardening, experimenting with eBay, working on a couple books that I may never finish, checking on all my adopted sons and daughters who work with me.
*Regarding research before writing... people think that writing is not work. If you love it, it doesn't feel like working, but it takes work to produce a piece worth reading, content worth passing on. Which reminds me, I have two very important pieces of writing that are taking much research and thought so that I wish I could work with no interruption for at least 3 days in a row to get them done:
1. The white paper/case study on Fax over IP DID and the demonstrations of this at the ITEXPO West Sept 1-3, 2009 conference, specifically at the DIDXchange booth 125
2. The speech or presentation I'll give at ITEXPO West 2009 in Los Angeles where we are a media partner and exhibitor, basically about "The Natural Fit of Social Media and Business" or something like that
My boss is me, and I'm not slowing down for her. ;-D Next race goal is the Mardi Gras Rock 'n' Roll 1/2 Marathon in New Orleans on Feb. 28, 2010.
... browse some of our team's other blogs at http://blogs.didx.net and http://blog.tmcnet.com/monetizing-ip-communications/. You're welcome to comment, contribute, and collaborate any time.
Age and slow down? Is there such a thing? I can't speak for others, but I can speak myself and my husband will vouch for me. I used to work Monday - Friday about 6 AM - 6 PM and then start back about 8 PM - 10 PM and I would work another 16 hours or so over the weekend, averaging 80 hours a week. I very rarely complained, and when I did, it only irritated others. But ah! yes! Muaah!
We finally hired more qualified personnel, and I was able to relieve myself of tasks that do not come natural to me and pass to those whom they do. More than ever, I am enjoying our work at Super Technologies, Inc. because I have more time for my family and friends. In addition, the work I do now is what I am good at doing: publicity, marketing, writing, speaking, developing business.
I am definitely not slowing down. The time I used to spend poring over financial records and trying to solve technical problems I didn't understand, I am now reading more, taking my time to *research before writing. I am getting to know the fantastic and inspiring entrepreneurs and businesses all over the world via podcasts, video interviews and face to face at conferences and as a result, delivering content people are actually interesting in!
I finally have the chance to do the things that I always thought are important in business: showcasing the utter veracity, innovation and intelligence among men and women who are our clients, suppliers and vertical or horizontal "partners" in our IP communications social media "industry." I couldn't be happier in profession and career.
When I'm not working, I'm running, biking, doing yoga, playing with grandchildren, discussing books with daughter-in-law, herbal gardening, experimenting with eBay, working on a couple books that I may never finish, checking on all my adopted sons and daughters who work with me.
*Regarding research before writing... people think that writing is not work. If you love it, it doesn't feel like working, but it takes work to produce a piece worth reading, content worth passing on. Which reminds me, I have two very important pieces of writing that are taking much research and thought so that I wish I could work with no interruption for at least 3 days in a row to get them done:
1. The white paper/case study on Fax over IP DID and the demonstrations of this at the ITEXPO West Sept 1-3, 2009 conference, specifically at the DIDXchange booth 125
2. The speech or presentation I'll give at ITEXPO West 2009 in Los Angeles where we are a media partner and exhibitor, basically about "The Natural Fit of Social Media and Business" or something like that
My boss is me, and I'm not slowing down for her. ;-D Next race goal is the Mardi Gras Rock 'n' Roll 1/2 Marathon in New Orleans on Feb. 28, 2010.
... browse some of our team's other blogs at http://blogs.didx.net and http://blog.tmcnet.com/monetizing-ip-communications/. You're welcome to comment, contribute, and collaborate any time.
Sunday, July 26, 2009
Mary Anne Tolention's Facebook, Nokia or iPhone?
Want to eavesdrop?
Copy of Mary Anne Tolentino's Facebook wall discussion on Nokia or iPhone...
Mary Anne Tolentino... someone told me Texting in iphone is quite challenging. I tested it a few days ago in the apple store, medyo hard nga....easier with N97. Ergo, I need to decide will it be N97 or Iphone 3GS? Of course iphone looks sexier :)
7 hours ago · Comment · Like
Edwin Sallan... i'm getting used to it now. tiyaga lang, Maan. =)
7 hours ago
Edwin Sallan... although I don't think you'll regret opting for the N97, too. nice phone as well. did i just confuse you? =)
7 hours ago
Jerry RiveraN97 it is
7 hours ago
Suzanne Bowen... Mary Anne, Perry Ismangil said the Nokia series is easier to text and use Internet on than the iPhone. He's at http://perry.ismangil.com/. I use Nokia e61i, a little older than the 97. Enjoy, whatever you decide!
7 hours ago · Delete
Jed Domingo... My humble vote goes for the N97...8-)
7 hours ago
Travelife Mag... We find Nokia much easier for texting too.
7 hours ago
Eric Tiongson... @Maan, you buying or Globe giving you one?
7 hours ago
Mary Anne Tolentino... My handset upgrade of course am broke :) So which one? I like both! But I need to choose just one
7 hours ago
Mary Anne Tolentino... Txtng is impt but there are other considerations. Read a lot of reviews. Checked it out in apple store and nokia but briefly. I dont like to make a mistake cause will be tied up 2 yrs..........so
7 hours ago
Elmar M. Gomez... iPhone. Use N97 for your other SIM. :)
6 hours ago
Eric Tiongson... If texting is that important, I'd suggest the N97. :-) I'm using an E71 and I can't imagine doing as much typing as I do on an iPhone.
6 hours ago
Mary Anne Tolentino... voice calls, SMS, email very impt, internet sufing, FB of course, video, camera those are the impt stuff I use it for. Not music, mauubos battery agad. Another consideration is, can I get a spare battery at once? mpt for me. cant wait to have it charged before i use it again.
6 hours ago
Eric Tiongson... iPhone's cannot have their battery replaced, so usability-wise N97 is looking good for you. :-)
Catch though is that if you don't get an iPhone from Globe now, you might not get one in the next 2 years. Whereas Nokia's can be purchased anytime anywhere.
6 hours ago
Mary Anne Tolentino... so you mean they wont sell iphone in the open market? will u not get an iphone for u?
6 hours ago
Eric Tiongson... they offered the older iPhone model, i want the new one. not sure if they have any on stock by now. :-)
and, nope, not aware of any plans to open up iPhone anytime soon.
5 hours ago
Mary Anne Tolentino... end of july or early august ang dating ng iphone 3gs. N97 was released this week or was that last week? kaya ang hirap mag decide
5 hours ago
Suzanne Bowen... This is an excellent discussion on cell phone choice, Mary Anne. Small favor? Can I copy this discussion to my blog? Can I leave your names in or do I give a pseudo name for each? The content is something people should read.
14 minutes ago · Delete
Mary Anne Tolentino... suzanne go ahead :) may help others in making a choice
5 minutes ago
Mary Anne Tolentino... but some of the sentences are in the vernacular :)
... browse some of our team's other blogs at http://blogs.didx.net and http://blog.tmcnet.com/monetizing-ip-communications/. You're welcome to comment, contribute, and collaborate any time.
Copy of Mary Anne Tolentino's Facebook wall discussion on Nokia or iPhone...
Mary Anne Tolentino... someone told me Texting in iphone is quite challenging. I tested it a few days ago in the apple store, medyo hard nga....easier with N97. Ergo, I need to decide will it be N97 or Iphone 3GS? Of course iphone looks sexier :)
7 hours ago · Comment · Like
Edwin Sallan... i'm getting used to it now. tiyaga lang, Maan. =)
7 hours ago
Edwin Sallan... although I don't think you'll regret opting for the N97, too. nice phone as well. did i just confuse you? =)
7 hours ago
Jerry RiveraN97 it is
7 hours ago
Suzanne Bowen... Mary Anne, Perry Ismangil said the Nokia series is easier to text and use Internet on than the iPhone. He's at http://perry.ismangil.com/. I use Nokia e61i, a little older than the 97. Enjoy, whatever you decide!
7 hours ago · Delete
Jed Domingo... My humble vote goes for the N97...8-)
7 hours ago
Travelife Mag... We find Nokia much easier for texting too.
7 hours ago
Eric Tiongson... @Maan, you buying or Globe giving you one?
7 hours ago
Mary Anne Tolentino... My handset upgrade of course am broke :) So which one? I like both! But I need to choose just one
7 hours ago
Mary Anne Tolentino... Txtng is impt but there are other considerations. Read a lot of reviews. Checked it out in apple store and nokia but briefly. I dont like to make a mistake cause will be tied up 2 yrs..........so
7 hours ago
Elmar M. Gomez... iPhone. Use N97 for your other SIM. :)
6 hours ago
Eric Tiongson... If texting is that important, I'd suggest the N97. :-) I'm using an E71 and I can't imagine doing as much typing as I do on an iPhone.
6 hours ago
Mary Anne Tolentino... voice calls, SMS, email very impt, internet sufing, FB of course, video, camera those are the impt stuff I use it for. Not music, mauubos battery agad. Another consideration is, can I get a spare battery at once? mpt for me. cant wait to have it charged before i use it again.
6 hours ago
Eric Tiongson... iPhone's cannot have their battery replaced, so usability-wise N97 is looking good for you. :-)
Catch though is that if you don't get an iPhone from Globe now, you might not get one in the next 2 years. Whereas Nokia's can be purchased anytime anywhere.
6 hours ago
Mary Anne Tolentino... so you mean they wont sell iphone in the open market? will u not get an iphone for u?
6 hours ago
Eric Tiongson... they offered the older iPhone model, i want the new one. not sure if they have any on stock by now. :-)
and, nope, not aware of any plans to open up iPhone anytime soon.
5 hours ago
Mary Anne Tolentino... end of july or early august ang dating ng iphone 3gs. N97 was released this week or was that last week? kaya ang hirap mag decide
5 hours ago
Suzanne Bowen... This is an excellent discussion on cell phone choice, Mary Anne. Small favor? Can I copy this discussion to my blog? Can I leave your names in or do I give a pseudo name for each? The content is something people should read.
14 minutes ago · Delete
Mary Anne Tolentino... suzanne go ahead :) may help others in making a choice
5 minutes ago
Mary Anne Tolentino... but some of the sentences are in the vernacular :)
... browse some of our team's other blogs at http://blogs.didx.net and http://blog.tmcnet.com/monetizing-ip-communications/. You're welcome to comment, contribute, and collaborate any time.
Wednesday, July 01, 2009
Social Media Marketing Mistakes Debate
Good job, Pam Lontos and Maurice Ramirez, Ph.D! They are the authors of "The Top 5 Mistakes of Social Media Marketing." What do you think?
Summary:
1. Have one image of yourself (brand) broadcast across the different SMM Internet platforms. I admit that I do have a different picture in a few places: Linkedin, Twitter, Facebook, Hi5, Plaxo, etc. and when I get a chance I'll streamline the profile pics, but it should be me, not what someone else wants me to be. I would never tell you what you should be. Besides, here ... I think image ... is mental, not physical (visual).
2. Don't just collect people. Make each relationship meaningful. Doesn't mean you have to be BFF with every single one, but know who they are and interact occasionally in ways that help you both.
3. Make your Facebook updates and Tweets, etc. helpful to your readers and observers and those interacting with you. Actually I disagree a bit with them on this item. They state saying something like this for a Tweet, "I'm watching a movie and eating popcorn," might not be a good idea. I think a little personal information mixed in with your commercial messages make us all fit a bit more connected. Maybe be a little more specific... like, "I'm watching Yes Man and eating some lime salted popcorn." Hmm... I might go watch that and try that popcorn, and I realize you are just as human as I am. I feel a bit more ... connected? ;-)
4. Posting inappropriate messages. Be as conservative as your most conservative client. Wait! There's such a thing as being boring and too safe. Be a bit of a risk taker. Be a little bit yourself. That's my opinion. Okay, so never post anything you wouldn't want your grandmother to see? What goes through my head is... what would I be willing to share with my Dad who is a preacher for the church of Christ. He's pretty funny himself and quite down to earth even though this particular church is known to be very conservative. Well, he's not my client, but he's a good measure of what's appropriate for me.
5. The last one... If you have something that is important to you to say and you think others can benefit from it, post it somewhere it feeds into all your social media marketing platforms you use. Ping.fm does a pretty good job at this. Facebook newsfeed can go automatically to Plaxo, etc.
I was thinking of a few more:
1. Making too many rules for those who follow you, add you, or want to befriend you. That's so negative, like I don't do NDAs or anyone who Tweets too much is off my network, or I don't accept people who don't add the TM mark on marks that require it.
2. Adding everyone, accepting everyone into your networks, even though you totally do not support their image. I.e., those who are constantly proselytizing their religion, politics, lifestyle or who put their company commercials on your wall without a real business relationship to begin with. You can say, "No." You can delete. You can block. You have the right. So I guess I do have a few rules.
You probably do, too. Debate is welcome as always!
Again, what do you think?
... browse some of our team's other blogs at http://blogs.didx.net and http://blog.tmcnet.com/monetizing-ip-communications/. You're welcome to comment, contribute, and collaborate any time.
Summary:
1. Have one image of yourself (brand) broadcast across the different SMM Internet platforms. I admit that I do have a different picture in a few places: Linkedin, Twitter, Facebook, Hi5, Plaxo, etc. and when I get a chance I'll streamline the profile pics, but it should be me, not what someone else wants me to be. I would never tell you what you should be. Besides, here ... I think image ... is mental, not physical (visual).
2. Don't just collect people. Make each relationship meaningful. Doesn't mean you have to be BFF with every single one, but know who they are and interact occasionally in ways that help you both.
3. Make your Facebook updates and Tweets, etc. helpful to your readers and observers and those interacting with you. Actually I disagree a bit with them on this item. They state saying something like this for a Tweet, "I'm watching a movie and eating popcorn," might not be a good idea. I think a little personal information mixed in with your commercial messages make us all fit a bit more connected. Maybe be a little more specific... like, "I'm watching Yes Man and eating some lime salted popcorn." Hmm... I might go watch that and try that popcorn, and I realize you are just as human as I am. I feel a bit more ... connected? ;-)
4. Posting inappropriate messages. Be as conservative as your most conservative client. Wait! There's such a thing as being boring and too safe. Be a bit of a risk taker. Be a little bit yourself. That's my opinion. Okay, so never post anything you wouldn't want your grandmother to see? What goes through my head is... what would I be willing to share with my Dad who is a preacher for the church of Christ. He's pretty funny himself and quite down to earth even though this particular church is known to be very conservative. Well, he's not my client, but he's a good measure of what's appropriate for me.
5. The last one... If you have something that is important to you to say and you think others can benefit from it, post it somewhere it feeds into all your social media marketing platforms you use. Ping.fm does a pretty good job at this. Facebook newsfeed can go automatically to Plaxo, etc.
I was thinking of a few more:
1. Making too many rules for those who follow you, add you, or want to befriend you. That's so negative, like I don't do NDAs or anyone who Tweets too much is off my network, or I don't accept people who don't add the TM mark on marks that require it.
2. Adding everyone, accepting everyone into your networks, even though you totally do not support their image. I.e., those who are constantly proselytizing their religion, politics, lifestyle or who put their company commercials on your wall without a real business relationship to begin with. You can say, "No." You can delete. You can block. You have the right. So I guess I do have a few rules.
You probably do, too. Debate is welcome as always!
Again, what do you think?
... browse some of our team's other blogs at http://blogs.didx.net and http://blog.tmcnet.com/monetizing-ip-communications/. You're welcome to comment, contribute, and collaborate any time.
Thursday, June 04, 2009
Executive Level High Performance Experience Ready for Hire
Check this friend who is available for a new career with your company. If you are interested, message me on Facebook. Proper names are eliminated to keep this neutral while being publicly posted.
Suzanne's friend, a person with a great background of experience and a great personality
Somewhere in California
EXECUTIVE-LEVEL: Sales, Marketing, Business Development, Program Management
Seasoned leader with more than 15 years of experience impacting corporate bottom line through skillful orchestration of sales/marketing operations on national/international platforms.
Establish new revenue streams, develop/grow sales channels, drive new customer acquisition, and expand existing business.
Build top performing teams focused on achieving corporate goals. Continuously provide staff members with the training, support, guidance, and motivation to succeed.
Advanced communicator in English with knowledge of Spanish and Mandarin.
Project Management .. Target Marketing .. Telecommunications .. Policy Development
Business Development .. Contract Negotiations ..Client Relations .. Presentations
Product Marketing and Lifecycle Management .. Business Planning/Forecasting
Start-Up Operations .. Team Leadership .. Training/Development
Strategic Alliances/Partnerships .. Sales Automation
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
An Impressive Company in California - 2007 to present
Business Development Manager
Developed and built the “............” OEM and System Integrators strategy and tactics with focus on the introduction of the new Xmedia Media Gateway. Specializing in VOIP, SS7 Signaling Gateways, Soft Switches, IVR, SIP, and FMC for the Enterprise, Mobile, and Wire-line sectors.
Key responsibilities:
Know and contribute to An Impressive Company in California business strategy and competitive positioning, with a focus on product launch and establishing market share.
Work closely with potential and existing customers to identify requirements and establish how Xmedia products address their platform and multi-media services needs
Worked with the field organization to deliver An Impressive Company in California solutions to the market in the most relevant form.
Worked with sales, marketing and engineering teams to execute the sales strategy to ensure that sales targets are met or exceeded in marketplace.
.
A California COMMUNICATIONS in California 2006- 2007
Sales Director
Multimedia solutions for triple play/3G applications, providing NGN Voice/Video/Fax and Data processing for telecom equipment manufacturers including developers of media gateways, media servers, conferencing, IMS and CTI applications. Market and target account sales development
PERFORMANCE TECHNOLOGIES, China/New York/California.. 1992-2006
Global provider of systems, platforms, components, and software solutions for communications infrastructures to client bases in the US, Asia, India, and South America. Annual revenues of $54M.
Vice President of an organization (2003-2006)
Commanded strategic development of Pacific Rim and South American markets. Led business development operations ranging from marketing planning, channel development, localization, and pricing to workforce training throughout Asian locations. Served as primary leadership force of 10 channel sales organizations, developing, supporting, and coordinating a team of 30+ representatives. Delivered pre-/post-sales support, account development, and proposal generation. Conducted technical presentations, client needs analysis, and establishment of customized plans to address individual business needs.
Major Contributions:
Boosted sales in Korea territories by 150%, China by 250%, and South America by 500%.
Pioneered the organization's first Chinese joint marketing, manufacturing, and IP licensing partnership.
Elevated organizational performance and recognition through successful development of localized brand awareness and corporate regional visibility.
Developed 200+ accounts through skillful targeting of China, Korea, Japan, Taiwan, and Singapore markets. Clients included CITIC, Huawei, Samsung, Evoc,China Unicom, Suntek, NEC, LG, Trunkbow, Citic1616, and Mitac.
Achieved start-up and development of the China office offering technical support services.
PERFORMANCE TECHNOLOGIES
Vice President-Business Development (2000-2003)
Chosen to drive development of Pacific Rim and South American markets focused on a special venture targeting the creation of North American carrier market for signaling products. Spearheaded sales, strategic market planning, business development, channel development, brand marketing, localization, pricing, and personnel training operations.
Major Contributions:
Opened new revenue streams with the development of a strategic partnership with Brightstar-a $1B distributor with 20 offices throughout South America.
Impacted bottom line through expansion of APAC channels comprised of 17 indirect sales offices and 100+ sales/support personnel.
Closed major deals with leading organizations such as Adlink, Uangel, Missouri Networks, Samsung, Sixbell, and NEC.
Vice President-Sales and Marketing (1996-2000)
Orchestrated global sales and marketing operations for a diverse line of products (networking, communications, and connectivity solutions), leading talented team of 25 specialists. Cultivated strategic partnerships to fuel revenue generation within competitive markets nationally and internationally. Directed market development, lead generation, trade advertising, trade show participation, account development, sales/marketing management, product management, strategic product planning, pricing, contract negotiations, and acquisition integration. Functioned as speaker and panel member at industry trade shows, seminars, and academic institutions.
Major Contributions:
Propelled revenues from $7M to $45M through turnaround of at-risk unit. Established sales management, field/in-house support, sales automation, forecasting, product planning, and sales agreement plans focused on achieving corporate growth at minimal cost.
Contributed to major enhancements in the areas of operations, finance, IPO, and MIS.
Vitalized sales units corporate-wide through creation/implementation of administrative, customer support, contracts, forecasting, product planning, and customer/sales management standards that are still in use today.
Played a key role in successful IPO PTIX (NASDQ) and due diligence of acquisitions.
Awards:
2 Awards that I Suzanne Bowen had to delete because it gives away too much. I'd rather speak directly to those interested in hiring my highly qualified friend.
National Sales Manager (1992-1996)
Directed sales operations targeting domestic and global platforms. Coordinated global network of regional sales managers and marketing specialists located throughout the US and Europe. Identified and addressed operational discrepancies through implementation of sales administration and management systems.
Major Contributions:
Increased European sales by 300% in 1 year.
Captured the largest single order in the company's history totaling over $13.5M.
Sharpened performance of embedded products through restructuring of sales plans/programs.
Maximized territory coverage and overall revenue generation through sales force expansion.
Grew profits by supporting the closing of key accounts with industry giants such as Sun, Lockheed Martin, Nortel, Qualcomm, Westinghouse, Lucent, and Hewlett Packard.
Successfully completed GSA schedule and negotiated all sales agreements.
EDUCATION/TRAINING
Pennsylvania State University, Pennsylvania, PA
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Training/Coursework:
Xerox Selling Skills, Frank Karass-Negotiation Skills, ADP/Telecommunications in the Federal Government, Dale Carnegie, GSA and Prime/Subcontractor Relationships, Labor and Employment Law, Learning International Account Development Strategies, David Sandler-Selling System
** Related and Reference Press Releases Available Upon Request **
Suzanne's friend, a person with a great background of experience and a great personality
Somewhere in California
EXECUTIVE-LEVEL: Sales, Marketing, Business Development, Program Management
Seasoned leader with more than 15 years of experience impacting corporate bottom line through skillful orchestration of sales/marketing operations on national/international platforms.
Establish new revenue streams, develop/grow sales channels, drive new customer acquisition, and expand existing business.
Build top performing teams focused on achieving corporate goals. Continuously provide staff members with the training, support, guidance, and motivation to succeed.
Advanced communicator in English with knowledge of Spanish and Mandarin.
Project Management .. Target Marketing .. Telecommunications .. Policy Development
Business Development .. Contract Negotiations ..Client Relations .. Presentations
Product Marketing and Lifecycle Management .. Business Planning/Forecasting
Start-Up Operations .. Team Leadership .. Training/Development
Strategic Alliances/Partnerships .. Sales Automation
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
An Impressive Company in California - 2007 to present
Business Development Manager
Developed and built the “............” OEM and System Integrators strategy and tactics with focus on the introduction of the new Xmedia Media Gateway. Specializing in VOIP, SS7 Signaling Gateways, Soft Switches, IVR, SIP, and FMC for the Enterprise, Mobile, and Wire-line sectors.
Key responsibilities:
Know and contribute to An Impressive Company in California business strategy and competitive positioning, with a focus on product launch and establishing market share.
Work closely with potential and existing customers to identify requirements and establish how Xmedia products address their platform and multi-media services needs
Worked with the field organization to deliver An Impressive Company in California solutions to the market in the most relevant form.
Worked with sales, marketing and engineering teams to execute the sales strategy to ensure that sales targets are met or exceeded in marketplace.
.
A California COMMUNICATIONS in California 2006- 2007
Sales Director
Multimedia solutions for triple play/3G applications, providing NGN Voice/Video/Fax and Data processing for telecom equipment manufacturers including developers of media gateways, media servers, conferencing, IMS and CTI applications. Market and target account sales development
PERFORMANCE TECHNOLOGIES, China/New York/California.. 1992-2006
Global provider of systems, platforms, components, and software solutions for communications infrastructures to client bases in the US, Asia, India, and South America. Annual revenues of $54M.
Vice President of an organization (2003-2006)
Commanded strategic development of Pacific Rim and South American markets. Led business development operations ranging from marketing planning, channel development, localization, and pricing to workforce training throughout Asian locations. Served as primary leadership force of 10 channel sales organizations, developing, supporting, and coordinating a team of 30+ representatives. Delivered pre-/post-sales support, account development, and proposal generation. Conducted technical presentations, client needs analysis, and establishment of customized plans to address individual business needs.
Major Contributions:
Boosted sales in Korea territories by 150%, China by 250%, and South America by 500%.
Pioneered the organization's first Chinese joint marketing, manufacturing, and IP licensing partnership.
Elevated organizational performance and recognition through successful development of localized brand awareness and corporate regional visibility.
Developed 200+ accounts through skillful targeting of China, Korea, Japan, Taiwan, and Singapore markets. Clients included CITIC, Huawei, Samsung, Evoc,China Unicom, Suntek, NEC, LG, Trunkbow, Citic1616, and Mitac.
Achieved start-up and development of the China office offering technical support services.
PERFORMANCE TECHNOLOGIES
Vice President-Business Development (2000-2003)
Chosen to drive development of Pacific Rim and South American markets focused on a special venture targeting the creation of North American carrier market for signaling products. Spearheaded sales, strategic market planning, business development, channel development, brand marketing, localization, pricing, and personnel training operations.
Major Contributions:
Opened new revenue streams with the development of a strategic partnership with Brightstar-a $1B distributor with 20 offices throughout South America.
Impacted bottom line through expansion of APAC channels comprised of 17 indirect sales offices and 100+ sales/support personnel.
Closed major deals with leading organizations such as Adlink, Uangel, Missouri Networks, Samsung, Sixbell, and NEC.
Vice President-Sales and Marketing (1996-2000)
Orchestrated global sales and marketing operations for a diverse line of products (networking, communications, and connectivity solutions), leading talented team of 25 specialists. Cultivated strategic partnerships to fuel revenue generation within competitive markets nationally and internationally. Directed market development, lead generation, trade advertising, trade show participation, account development, sales/marketing management, product management, strategic product planning, pricing, contract negotiations, and acquisition integration. Functioned as speaker and panel member at industry trade shows, seminars, and academic institutions.
Major Contributions:
Propelled revenues from $7M to $45M through turnaround of at-risk unit. Established sales management, field/in-house support, sales automation, forecasting, product planning, and sales agreement plans focused on achieving corporate growth at minimal cost.
Contributed to major enhancements in the areas of operations, finance, IPO, and MIS.
Vitalized sales units corporate-wide through creation/implementation of administrative, customer support, contracts, forecasting, product planning, and customer/sales management standards that are still in use today.
Played a key role in successful IPO PTIX (NASDQ) and due diligence of acquisitions.
Awards:
2 Awards that I Suzanne Bowen had to delete because it gives away too much. I'd rather speak directly to those interested in hiring my highly qualified friend.
National Sales Manager (1992-1996)
Directed sales operations targeting domestic and global platforms. Coordinated global network of regional sales managers and marketing specialists located throughout the US and Europe. Identified and addressed operational discrepancies through implementation of sales administration and management systems.
Major Contributions:
Increased European sales by 300% in 1 year.
Captured the largest single order in the company's history totaling over $13.5M.
Sharpened performance of embedded products through restructuring of sales plans/programs.
Maximized territory coverage and overall revenue generation through sales force expansion.
Grew profits by supporting the closing of key accounts with industry giants such as Sun, Lockheed Martin, Nortel, Qualcomm, Westinghouse, Lucent, and Hewlett Packard.
Successfully completed GSA schedule and negotiated all sales agreements.
EDUCATION/TRAINING
Pennsylvania State University, Pennsylvania, PA
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Training/Coursework:
Xerox Selling Skills, Frank Karass-Negotiation Skills, ADP/Telecommunications in the Federal Government, Dale Carnegie, GSA and Prime/Subcontractor Relationships, Labor and Employment Law, Learning International Account Development Strategies, David Sandler-Selling System
** Related and Reference Press Releases Available Upon Request **
Friday, May 08, 2009
Free e-Book: How Peers are Tackling the Questions that Matter Now
On The Hotseat: How Your Peers Are Tackling the Questions That Matter Now!
Sage has introduced an eBook, On the Hotseat: How Your Peers Are Tackling the Questions That Matter Now. Developed with FORTUNE magazine and Time Inc. Research & Insights, On the Hotseat uncovers the issues businesses, like yours, are experiencing with their software, offering solutions to simplify processes and drive growth.
This timely guide can help your company avoid common pitfalls by simplifying processes with a single software platform.
FREE Ticket to the ITEXPO when you download TODAY!
Download this free informative e-book today and you could go to the ITEXPO on us.
It only takes a minute and you'll be automotically registered to win your ticket to the ITEXPO, a $1,895 value. A winner will be selected every week in May.
The ITEXPO is the World's leading communications conference held September 1-3, 2009 at the Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles, CA.
ON THE HOTSEAT:
How your peers are tackling the questions that matter now?
Download this FREE e-book now.
Remember, every week in May, a drawing will be held for a free full ITEXPO West 2009 conference pass will be given away by TMCnet. You enter by downloading the e-Book.
Sage has introduced an eBook, On the Hotseat: How Your Peers Are Tackling the Questions That Matter Now. Developed with FORTUNE magazine and Time Inc. Research & Insights, On the Hotseat uncovers the issues businesses, like yours, are experiencing with their software, offering solutions to simplify processes and drive growth.
This timely guide can help your company avoid common pitfalls by simplifying processes with a single software platform.
FREE Ticket to the ITEXPO when you download TODAY!
Download this free informative e-book today and you could go to the ITEXPO on us.
It only takes a minute and you'll be automotically registered to win your ticket to the ITEXPO, a $1,895 value. A winner will be selected every week in May.
The ITEXPO is the World's leading communications conference held September 1-3, 2009 at the Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles, CA.
ON THE HOTSEAT:
How your peers are tackling the questions that matter now?
Download this FREE e-book now.
Remember, every week in May, a drawing will be held for a free full ITEXPO West 2009 conference pass will be given away by TMCnet. You enter by downloading the e-Book.
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Hiccups here, but Collaboration Rocks in IP Communications
I had a few hiccups in the last six months which I determined not dwell on much: dislocated shoulder (work travel injury), car wreck resulting in totaled car and minimal injuries, and surprising company changes and experiences.
But I'm back on stronger than ever, loving your and our global industry of IP communications!
I'm not really everywhere, but I do recognize certain professional qualities and features among global IP communications-related companies and those who can help them:
Honesty
Collaboration
Integrity
Excellence in customer service
Innovative but at the same very practical services and products
Global reach
Ability to explain anything well, keeping in mind a variety of learning styles, and those who speak ESOL
Ability to use criticism of one's company to better one's company
Thanks for the nice compliments, Jaymie Scotto & Associates: http://www.jaymiescotto.com/jsablog/2009/03/31/jaymie-scotto-podcast-interview-by-suzanne-bowen-of-didx/.
Super Technologies, Inc. since 1999 has always included in its mission to recognize and encourage companies in our industry who exhibit the qualities listed above.
... browse some of our team's other blogs at http://blogs.didx.net and http://blog.tmcnet.com/monetizing-ip-communications/. You're welcome to comment, contribute, and collaborate any time.
But I'm back on stronger than ever, loving your and our global industry of IP communications!
I'm not really everywhere, but I do recognize certain professional qualities and features among global IP communications-related companies and those who can help them:
Honesty
Collaboration
Integrity
Excellence in customer service
Innovative but at the same very practical services and products
Global reach
Ability to explain anything well, keeping in mind a variety of learning styles, and those who speak ESOL
Ability to use criticism of one's company to better one's company
Thanks for the nice compliments, Jaymie Scotto & Associates: http://www.jaymiescotto.com/jsablog/2009/03/31/jaymie-scotto-podcast-interview-by-suzanne-bowen-of-didx/.
Super Technologies, Inc. since 1999 has always included in its mission to recognize and encourage companies in our industry who exhibit the qualities listed above.
... browse some of our team's other blogs at http://blogs.didx.net and http://blog.tmcnet.com/monetizing-ip-communications/. You're welcome to comment, contribute, and collaborate any time.
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Thought-Provoking Questions I Revised a Bit for you from TMC
Pick one or more questions and give your answers. Everyone will appreciate the variety in order to understand what businesses are experiencing. Hope to see you at http://www.itexpo.com Feb. 2-4, 2009 in Miami Beach, FL. Join the Facebook pre-networking event area for ITEXPO.
Are you generally optimistic, Pessimistic or realistic?
How many frequent flyer miles have you amassed?
How surprised are you at the global financial situation?
How is your company changing the way it does business as a result?
How have customers reacted to the slowing global markets?
Do you see this time as an opportunity or a rough spot to get through quickly?
What will companies need to do to survive this downturn?
How do your company's products help customers in a slow market?
What do you feel is the strongest segment of the communications space? Technology?
Which would you rather be president of and why? Google, Yahoo, Microsoft, Cisco, the United States.
What does President Bush need to accomplish before he leaves office?
What does an Obama administration need to do to help communications and technology become more pervasive?
Will this slowdown present an opportunity to reinvest in your company/market? If so, where will you invest?
Which country will present the largest opportunity for your company in 2009/10?
What device(s) do you use and wish you used?
If Nokia, RIM, Google and Apple devices are stranded together on an island, who survives and why?
If you are exhibiting, sponsoring, presenting, and/or networking at ITEXPO which takes place Feb 2-4 2009 in Miami, describe what you hope to accomplish?
What sorts of companies/people should come to your exhibit if you have one?
Why should customers choose your company’s solutions – and how do they justify the expense to management?
I am a purchasing decision-maker, why do I need to speak with you before I buy?
What is your favorite part of your job?
What do you look forward to in the future and why?
... browse some of our team's other blogs at http://blogs.didx.net and http://blog.tmcnet.com/monetizing-ip-communications/. You're welcome to comment, contribute, and collaborate any time.
Are you generally optimistic, Pessimistic or realistic?
How many frequent flyer miles have you amassed?
How surprised are you at the global financial situation?
How is your company changing the way it does business as a result?
How have customers reacted to the slowing global markets?
Do you see this time as an opportunity or a rough spot to get through quickly?
What will companies need to do to survive this downturn?
How do your company's products help customers in a slow market?
What do you feel is the strongest segment of the communications space? Technology?
Which would you rather be president of and why? Google, Yahoo, Microsoft, Cisco, the United States.
What does President Bush need to accomplish before he leaves office?
What does an Obama administration need to do to help communications and technology become more pervasive?
Will this slowdown present an opportunity to reinvest in your company/market? If so, where will you invest?
Which country will present the largest opportunity for your company in 2009/10?
What device(s) do you use and wish you used?
If Nokia, RIM, Google and Apple devices are stranded together on an island, who survives and why?
If you are exhibiting, sponsoring, presenting, and/or networking at ITEXPO which takes place Feb 2-4 2009 in Miami, describe what you hope to accomplish?
What sorts of companies/people should come to your exhibit if you have one?
Why should customers choose your company’s solutions – and how do they justify the expense to management?
I am a purchasing decision-maker, why do I need to speak with you before I buy?
What is your favorite part of your job?
What do you look forward to in the future and why?
... browse some of our team's other blogs at http://blogs.didx.net and http://blog.tmcnet.com/monetizing-ip-communications/. You're welcome to comment, contribute, and collaborate any time.
Monday, October 27, 2008
Tinu's Challenge to Set Bad to the Bone New Year Goals
Tinu shared with her network of friends on Facebook her goals for 2008 and what she has learned from the past. She asked that anyone tagged respond with his and hers. It took me until Oct. 27, 2008, and I guess these are for my/your/our 2009 however it applies. (I always loved Tinu's cool Facebook current status remarks.)
My shortlist of goals, a conglomeration of personal, intellectual, and professional goals is not to be afraid of being myself. As a teen-ager, I only paid attention to my Spanish and journalism classes. Other than that, I was concerned with rolling up my skirt just high enough to fit in with the other hippy girls at Encinal High in Alameda. I knew there was something missing: intellectual stimulation and challenge. I wasn't in Girl Scouts anymore ;-).
During my college years, I was still consumed with looking good and going to parties. As a teacher, I did an about face and reveled in the courses I taught: English, Internet research, school newspaper and yearbook, morning school news on TV, gifted studies, civics, American history, and community service. I don't remember any mirrors in my house in fact.
Then, I hit 40 which was a slightly dark time of my life. It wasn't my age. I loved my 40s and am enjoying my 50s even more. The black hole I fell in was good for me though. Anyone know what I mean? Best of all, now that I am out of it, I am constantly challenged professionally, intellectually, and personally like I always craved.
So...
1. Continue to focus on the inside and not the outside of myself and others. Do not be swayed by those who say I should wear more makeup, wax my upper lip, laser-treat the sun damage on my neck and who knows where else, and straighten my hair. I like how I am and I like how you are. Now, let's talk about what we've been reading, observing, and doing lately.
2. Enjoy the art of language, arranging a collection of words in a way that dances, slips, or dives off the tongue or keyboard. Be aware that some would like for me to KISS (keep it short and simple)... okay, for them, I will, but for others who enjoy, aw, what bliss.
3. Read more books, listen to more podcasts, and watch more documentaries, movies offline and online and find others who will love to discuss them with me or at least give me the opportunity to observe discussions. Blog on those bloggable topics.
4. Try to get along with people who I need to get along with and have a hard time getting along with.
5. Show, not just talk about the appreciation I have for my colleagues, my customers, my husband, my family, and my friends.
6. Remember that the best way to be great is to not think I am great and to treat every person: friend, colleague, customer, supplier, and family member with respect and care because that is how I want to be treated.
7. Take and give criticism with thought, and do not be afraid of either.
Tinu, let me know anything we can work together on. I'm glad I met you.
(Facebook has an RSS feed of my blog and this note is listed there at http://www.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=32172677557. I've tagged a few people who are bloggers so maybe they can set goals/resolutions and be as late as I was or later if they wish. ;-) In fact, I encourage any and everyone make a list of goals on their blog. Pass it on.)
... browse some of our team's other blogs at http://blogs.didx.net and http://blog.tmcnet.com/monetizing-ip-communications/. You're welcome to comment, contribute, and collaborate any time.
My shortlist of goals, a conglomeration of personal, intellectual, and professional goals is not to be afraid of being myself. As a teen-ager, I only paid attention to my Spanish and journalism classes. Other than that, I was concerned with rolling up my skirt just high enough to fit in with the other hippy girls at Encinal High in Alameda. I knew there was something missing: intellectual stimulation and challenge. I wasn't in Girl Scouts anymore ;-).
During my college years, I was still consumed with looking good and going to parties. As a teacher, I did an about face and reveled in the courses I taught: English, Internet research, school newspaper and yearbook, morning school news on TV, gifted studies, civics, American history, and community service. I don't remember any mirrors in my house in fact.
Then, I hit 40 which was a slightly dark time of my life. It wasn't my age. I loved my 40s and am enjoying my 50s even more. The black hole I fell in was good for me though. Anyone know what I mean? Best of all, now that I am out of it, I am constantly challenged professionally, intellectually, and personally like I always craved.
So...
1. Continue to focus on the inside and not the outside of myself and others. Do not be swayed by those who say I should wear more makeup, wax my upper lip, laser-treat the sun damage on my neck and who knows where else, and straighten my hair. I like how I am and I like how you are. Now, let's talk about what we've been reading, observing, and doing lately.
2. Enjoy the art of language, arranging a collection of words in a way that dances, slips, or dives off the tongue or keyboard. Be aware that some would like for me to KISS (keep it short and simple)... okay, for them, I will, but for others who enjoy, aw, what bliss.
3. Read more books, listen to more podcasts, and watch more documentaries, movies offline and online and find others who will love to discuss them with me or at least give me the opportunity to observe discussions. Blog on those bloggable topics.
4. Try to get along with people who I need to get along with and have a hard time getting along with.
5. Show, not just talk about the appreciation I have for my colleagues, my customers, my husband, my family, and my friends.
6. Remember that the best way to be great is to not think I am great and to treat every person: friend, colleague, customer, supplier, and family member with respect and care because that is how I want to be treated.
7. Take and give criticism with thought, and do not be afraid of either.
Tinu, let me know anything we can work together on. I'm glad I met you.
(Facebook has an RSS feed of my blog and this note is listed there at http://www.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=32172677557. I've tagged a few people who are bloggers so maybe they can set goals/resolutions and be as late as I was or later if they wish. ;-) In fact, I encourage any and everyone make a list of goals on their blog. Pass it on.)
... browse some of our team's other blogs at http://blogs.didx.net and http://blog.tmcnet.com/monetizing-ip-communications/. You're welcome to comment, contribute, and collaborate any time.
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