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Re: The Truth In Digital Advertising

Ian Gordon — Tue, 03 May 2016 14:38:00 -0000

Took a quick look and only 73 countries have a higher GDP than $60 billion. Digital advertising is doing just fine.

Re: Amp Up Your Marketing Chops... Welcome To The Art Of Marketing

Ian Gordon — Mon, 14 Mar 2016 16:52:44 -0000

I couldn't think of a better outcome! Deal!

Re: Amp Up Your Marketing Chops... Welcome To The Art Of Marketing

Ian Gordon — Thu, 10 Mar 2016 16:53:46 -0000

One of the biggest challenges facing marketers today is how there are often several different systems and tools in place- marketing automation, email, listening, engaging, measuring- and getting them all to work together to tell the client's story, and extracting the right data from all of them to prove ROI.

Re: Announcement: Embracing the Entrepreneurial Life

Ian Gordon — Tue, 09 Jun 2015 22:59:11 -0000

Congratulations Scott!

Re: Starting A Business: Naming Your New Business

Ian Gordon — Mon, 24 Nov 2014 16:54:49 -0000

I'm glad!

Re: The Best Books To Read When Starting A Business

Ian Gordon — Thu, 23 Oct 2014 09:52:56 -0000

Thanks for the suggestions!

Re: Driving Into the Sunset

Ian Gordon — Mon, 19 May 2014 23:07:09 -0000

Congratulations, Scott!

Re: Doing The Work, Business Plans, Presentations and Pitches

Ian Gordon — Tue, 22 Apr 2014 15:54:18 -0000

Hi Elvis! Just fill out that form on your right -> (the newsletter signup) to get a free business plan template you can use to create one.

Re: Confessions of a Social Media Someone

Ian Gordon — Sun, 23 Mar 2014 17:11:40 -0000

The chasm between how we see ourselves and how others see us always amazes me. I find the way you are able to share your thoughts and feeling through your writing incredibly courageous. I often get quiet affirmation or encouragement by reading it. Thank you. I need to be less quiet.

Re: Starting A Business: Define Your Definite Major Purpose & Envision Your Desired Outcome

Ian Gordon — Sun, 23 Feb 2014 20:48:19 -0000

You're welcome. Happy you find it useful.

Re: Business Entity Basics: Protecting Yourself with an LLC or Corporation

Ian Gordon — Mon, 27 Jan 2014 06:44:44 -0000

I'm sorry, but I don't have that information for you. I'm not sure about the laws and tax implications for your country. You should talk to an accountant there, for some guidance.

Re: Starting A Business: Define Your Definite Major Purpose & Envision Your Desired Outcome

Ian Gordon — Thu, 23 Jan 2014 10:18:11 -0000

Happy to hear it Lily! Waiting for the perfect economic climate is never a good idea. Glad you decided to make a go of it. Empires have been build during bad economic time. Concentrate on what you need to do to succeed.

Re: Starting A Business: Define Your Definite Major Purpose & Envision Your Desired Outcome

Ian Gordon — Thu, 23 Jan 2014 10:15:46 -0000

You are correct that the order is not that important. I would get the licence going and start the business plan. You can definitely start things as you work through the plan. It will help. Business courses are a great idea as well! Good luck!

Re: Starting A Business: Define Your Definite Major Purpose & Envision Your Desired Outcome

Ian Gordon — Sun, 19 Jan 2014 11:38:35 -0000

Hi Henry. Welcome! Happy to help :)

Re: Business Entity Basics: Protecting Yourself with an LLC or Corporation

Ian Gordon — Tue, 14 Jan 2014 16:37:40 -0000

The percentage will have to be decided by all of you, hopefully before you start doing anything. If you decide on a Corp., it will also be the percentage of ownership. If not, then you should detail it in your partnership agreement.

Re: What Smashing My Motorola Moto X Taught Me About the Future of Smart Phones

Ian Gordon — Tue, 14 Jan 2014 16:19:41 -0000

I started looking at the MotoX largely because of your review. I waited until the Note came out to make sure, but because of the reasons you miss it, I chose it. The context is more innovative than anything I've seen in a while and the size is perfect for me. I "okay Google Now" a lot more than I ever hit the Siri button before. I do miss some of the iApps, especially Tweetbot, but I'm happy with my choice. I see a Craig's list ad in your near future.

Re: Starting A Business: Define Your Definite Major Purpose & Envision Your Desired Outcome

Ian Gordon — Sun, 12 Jan 2014 11:09:55 -0000

You're welcome. Shoot an email to comments [AT] startupdaddy [DOT] com

Re: Starting A Business: Naming Your New Business

Ian Gordon — Wed, 04 Dec 2013 13:50:24 -0000

I love that you remember that, and from the Mexican perspective as well! Nice to have first hand validation, even if I messed up that it was a Chevy, not a Ford :)

Re: The Next Phase of My Career

Ian Gordon — Thu, 14 Nov 2013 12:03:11 -0000

Congratulations C.C.! Definitely meets the "Hell Yes!" test.

Re: Thank, Terminate and Tally

Ian Gordon — Fri, 08 Nov 2013 11:26:31 -0000

Excellent point. While that user's data may not matter to the research being conducted, there is a huge marketing moment being missed. For someone to put their hand up and say "I like you enough to give you my valuable time and opinion" is huge. In today's noisy marketing barrage it borders on miraculous. This is not the time to tell a customer, "Actually, your opinion doesn't really matter to us. kthxbye." It's pretty easy to filter out results you don't need. A simple THANK YOU SO MUCH! after letting them finish would be better, I think. I'll be keeping this in mind for sure.

Re: Starting A Business: Define Your Definite Major Purpose & Envision Your Desired Outcome

Ian Gordon — Mon, 28 Oct 2013 10:30:33 -0000

A supportive partner is a must. He's lucky to have one :)

Re: Starting A Business: Define Your Definite Major Purpose & Envision Your Desired Outcome

Ian Gordon — Mon, 28 Oct 2013 10:29:37 -0000

Good luck!

Re: Starting A Business: Naming Your New Business

Ian Gordon — Mon, 16 Sep 2013 08:24:27 -0000

Sounds great Gaston! For what its worth, I think "Off You Go" translates very well for a sports photographer.

Re: SXSW PanelPicker

Ian Gordon — Tue, 27 Aug 2013 09:03:04 -0000

Great topic, fantastic panel!

Re: The Connections Will Always Matter

Ian Gordon — Tue, 30 Jul 2013 12:29:48 -0000

Most of my big business successes came from some sort of serendipity. But they only happened because I created a situation that made that serendipity possible. Having as many conversations as possible (on and offline) has always served me well. Hopefully those I've spoken to as well.