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Re: Collab LLC (CollabCreators.com) Tried to Partner With Me on Content They’d Already “Ripped” (their words – not mine)

Nathan Burgess (aka/fka PRCog) — Thu, 24 Dec 2015 20:24:00 -0000

Isn't this the way gangs run protection scams?

Re: So a PR Guy Cc'd 468 People on a Product Pitch

Nathan Burgess (aka/fka PRCog) — Wed, 26 Aug 2015 13:15:35 -0000

I, for one, thoroughly enjoyed the convo (and the offer to convene for drinks in NYC still stands for all)

Re: An Assault Reveals the Deep Divisions in Bay Ridge

Nathan Burgess (aka/fka PRCog) — Tue, 11 Aug 2015 15:06:31 -0000

Well done piece - thank you!

Re: Espresso: A Slice of Pizza With Nothing to Prove

Nathan Burgess (aka/fka PRCog) — Thu, 16 Jul 2015 10:48:16 -0000

We love Espresso and have actually called for a pick-up order while at the park just a few blocks over. The only downside - no grubhub or seamless ordering. I'd likely order more often and more items if I had the full menu in front of me and could do while juggling requests for more juice.

Re: March 2014: Editor’s Letter

Nathan Burgess (aka/fka PRCog) — Tue, 04 Mar 2014 09:55:07 -0000

Legitimately the worst box I've ever received. Yet another cologne sample (I can get these a few times a week at sephora), tooth whitener (don't care), post shave treatment (when my preferences clearly indicate I keep scruff), and an undershirt (the supposed big item) which is a complete waste (white & crew neck - neither of which I wear by choice).

This is the last straw in me cancelling my subscription once I use up my points. It was a fun ride for a while, thanks guys.

Re: Going Back to Mirrors

Nathan Burgess (aka/fka PRCog) — Fri, 31 Jan 2014 14:00:35 -0000

I'm with @avandenhurk - much to my chagrin almost all of my images are done with my Galaxy III. I have a DSLR (Pentax) and love the quality of the images (usually I end up muttering to myself - "It's the optics idiot,") but usually there's some reason I _don't_ want to take it. Weight, needing to pack an extra bag, needing to protect it more than I want to, battery isn't charged, etc.

For quality though, if I'm really inspired I'll pull out a 60's era Nikon I've got tucked away along with some rolls of 35mm Kodak and go completely old school. For the record - The thrill of opening a packet of prints, NOT knowing what you'll find never gets old.

Re: The Safeway Test

Nathan Burgess (aka/fka PRCog) — Fri, 24 Jan 2014 09:06:31 -0000

I put my pants on two legs at a time most of the time (legitimately). Well done, as always.

Re: Trunx Free Photo Storage Offer & Giveaway

Nathan Burgess (aka/fka PRCog) — Thu, 23 Jan 2014 15:03:08 -0000

Hi Sandra - thanks for your note, I'm definitely game to beta test. Best way to reach me initially is via Twitter DM. Cheers!

Re: Trunx Free Photo Storage Offer & Giveaway

Nathan Burgess (aka/fka PRCog) — Thu, 23 Jan 2014 13:59:06 -0000

Love the sound of this, but am an android person now. When it comes along I'll be right there! :)

Re: I Carry Lollipops at all Times – Updated 12/1

Nathan Burgess (aka/fka PRCog) — Sat, 30 Nov 2013 22:48:08 -0000

This is perfect!

Re: Google – Let me be ME

Nathan Burgess (aka/fka PRCog) — Fri, 08 Nov 2013 15:14:55 -0000

I had similar angst - I'm +NathanBurgess - an honor I suppose given that it seems there are a number of us (including an actor). But almost everywhere else I'm PRCog (or prcog). It appeared there was going to be no way to get +prcog without going back under cover and hoping G+ didn't reject me out of spite.

Re: Pink, Thomas the Train and Other Choices

Nathan Burgess (aka/fka PRCog) — Fri, 01 Nov 2013 09:20:47 -0000

Great post - and a treacherous path. As the father to a 3yo I'm in a similar boat (box). She loves pink and her idealized 'dolls.' The challenge w/ letting them make their own paths (notwithstanding how smart they are - smart people succumb to peer pressure all the time) is that - as you note people get stereotyped and a single choice has a trickle down effect.

You like pink and dolls - well then x, y and z must be true as well. It also works in the reverse - you can't like this music you dress the role.

We, as marketers, also out of necessity make this happen. We profile our audiences - they're artistic then they use Macs and probably don't have television but rely on netflix. A busy exec well then they buy lots of premade food, etc. etc.

For the time being I've put pretty harsh limits (while trying to avoid being a 'meanie'). Toy selections have to be relatively spread out in type - only a few dolls, but all the "creative" or STEM things she want. That she has two older brothers (by 5 and 7 years) may also help - one of her last toy selections was Pokemon themed.

It's an interesting road, but one well worth traveling!

Re: Q: How Much Money Does McDonald’s Give to Ronald McDonald Houses? A: Not Much

Nathan Burgess (aka/fka PRCog) — Tue, 29 Oct 2013 15:19:59 -0000

Agreed & thanks again for posting this!

Re: Q: How Much Money Does McDonald’s Give to Ronald McDonald Houses? A: Not Much

Nathan Burgess (aka/fka PRCog) — Tue, 29 Oct 2013 15:19:41 -0000

Interesting - thanks for the intel!

Re: Q: How Much Money Does McDonald’s Give to Ronald McDonald Houses? A: Not Much

Nathan Burgess (aka/fka PRCog) — Tue, 29 Oct 2013 14:17:32 -0000

Fantastic post and research JG, sharing now!

I do have a question, though I'm not sure either of us will have the answer - I wonder if the local RM houses are able to generate local funds by name dropping the national program, even if they aren't funded by it. Essentially what I call the "Starbucks" (Or, oddly enough - McDonald's) effect - Consumer is in an airport or traveling and wants coffee (or a quick lunch), they can shop the local place and perhaps be dazzled but also possibly be very let down so they opt for the Starbucks (or McD) because while it may not be fantastic, they know what they'll get.

Short version - is it easier to fundraise with the name of the clown (since it's legitimized by a major corp.) rather than as the "Community Helpful Housing Project" which may not pass the sniff test in a cold call / random donation box?

Even if that is the case, some additional transparency would definitely be in line.

Re: The Diapered Elephant in the Room

Nathan Burgess (aka/fka PRCog) — Wed, 21 Aug 2013 11:43:39 -0000

I have no words, merely sympathy and a knowing grin (and a dependence on single piece sleeping outfits)

Re: A Pantsless Weekend Awaits

Nathan Burgess (aka/fka PRCog) — Thu, 15 Aug 2013 15:38:56 -0000

OK, so did it happen/work? (Addendum, nevermind, just saw next post -- doh...)

Re: Would You Want To Know…

Nathan Burgess (aka/fka PRCog) — Wed, 14 Aug 2013 21:44:00 -0000

Definitely agree w/ you sir. If it was the 'good ole' days of twitter I could say more definitively that it wouldn't be stored somewhere in a dbase, but right now not too sure, so playing on the side of the angels on this one.

Re: Baby Berto 2.0

Nathan Burgess (aka/fka PRCog) — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:54:22 -0000

Re: Online Misery Is Optional

Nathan Burgess (aka/fka PRCog) — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 09:39:58 -0000

Interesting take Geoff.

(Before I forget - I'm stealing your image as a profile pic - just sayin').

I definitely have bouts of serial complaininess - some deeper or longer than others. IMHO it sucks that Google reader is shutting down, and it sucks worse that instead of just saying 'we couldn't monetize it' the company claims not enough people were using it. I'm hoping this winterfest lasts as long as possible and deplore spring and summer.

If I see someone misform the comma-quotation mark choreography I get agita.

Mostly though - it's because I'm an optimist. I think, no rather - I know, things (everything) can be better and by fixing those things are not 'on' can make them that way. I see what could be, where the faults are, and try to get them, if not perfect, then better.

Re: Hiatus

Nathan Burgess (aka/fka PRCog) — Sun, 27 Jan 2013 10:31:00 -0000

B'Hatzlacha! If you need any Lucy-Lemonade style legal/MOT ranting, pretty sure you've got my email address :), if not - LI works for us dry dull types.

Re: Sending Files to Evernote While Creating Tasks in OmniFocus

Nathan Burgess (aka/fka PRCog) — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 11:23:42 -0000

Dude, you're totally geeking out on this. Well done!

Re: To One Thousand … and Beyond

Nathan Burgess (aka/fka PRCog) — Fri, 12 Oct 2012 09:50:04 -0000

Ha - the mask, oy. I happened upon some of the Masquertweet pics this past weekend - what a whirlwind. Happy you've been around throughout. Hope all's good w/ you. :)

Re: To One Thousand … and Beyond

Nathan Burgess (aka/fka PRCog) — Fri, 12 Oct 2012 09:49:09 -0000

Thank you sir and happy to have you with us up the creek w/o a paddle, but a tablet will do in this case :). To many many more :)

Re: Alex Bogusky: Doing Good Or Being A Turncoat

Nathan Burgess (aka/fka PRCog) — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 17:48:38 -0000

Is anyone under the illusion that while doing the 'agency thing' we're not all hired guns at some level or another?

Without even delving into the dynamics of the "I want off the account" conversation - people change their minds all the time. If their work reflects that - fantastic. Further - many things are in the 'ok in moderation' camp - sweets (fats, fast foods, etc) of any sort usually fall into that category. Promoting them and warning against the consumption of too much isn't necessarily a zero-sum game.

It's ok in my book. Different opinions of course for representing tyrants, and all those 'totally evil' things though :)