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Re: Have you seen the Scary side of Social Media?

davidsoxman — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 10:57:44 -0000

Great article Shawn and you're right, there is some scary stuff going on out there. It never ceases to amaze me when folks use LinkedIn or Twitter to inform the world about when they are leaving town for a trip and when they'll get back. Hum, wonder if the bad guys are listening?

Re: Dear Competitor,

davidsoxman — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 17:39:22 -0000

Thanks Shelly but why does everyone think this is funny?

Re: Dear Competitor,

davidsoxman — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 17:38:39 -0000

Thanks Shelly but why does everyone think this is funny?

Re: Should you be playing a different game?

davidsoxman — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 11:20:12 -0000

I think we all battle the issue of differentiation. What makes me so special? I am trying a different approach on marketing consulting that I believe only a few have tried. It is the concept of being paid based upon performance. If as a result of hiring me as your outsourced marketing director, I am unable to achieve the results we agreed to in the timeframe we decided, then not only am I fired, but I am paid significantly less than my fee. It's a sharing of risk. It's a new approach, we'll see if it differentiates me from my competition.

Re: Are you standing out? 8 examples on getting found!

davidsoxman — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 17:16:43 -0000

Thanks for the post Shawn. I subscribe to the theory that by giving something away, you ultimately receive something in return, later on. By sharing knowledge that is helpful and of value, these companies are creating a trusted brand that brings loyalty and yes, sales.

Re: Finding your Mission and Core Values

davidsoxman — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 11:15:36 -0000

Shawn,
These are really terrific thoughts and especially the link to Franklin Covey's site. These are not easy questions to ask and I agree it takes time. I think you really have to go back to how you were raised, what were the important values your parents instilled in you? How do these values effect how you make money now? Where does your passion lie? I know I continue to question, revise and self inspect, and probably will until I breathe no more.

Re: To Blog or Not to Blog – that’s the question

davidsoxman — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 12:05:52 -0000

Shawn raises some great points here. I think the key is to enjoy writing blogs. If you don't enjoy it and it becomes a chore, you'll likely get tired of it and quit.