Category Archives: Professional

Changing your Twitter Profile Picture

Profile Picture on Twitter Wow is this a "touchy" subject. Let's get into it! Company versus Personal First-off, I think most of us would agree a personal picture is better than hiding behind a company brand if you want to develop a closer relationship. How often should you ...

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Are you celebrating tweets?

Is twitter about celebrating tweets or being more real? Celebrating Tweets in Twitter I saw a company this week celebrating tweets. They posted their 600th tweet and were celebrating this fact. I guess I missed that celebration some time ago... I am not sure too many people would care. Be careful about falling in love with technology... What ...

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What is the most effective Social Media Platform for companies?

Which social media platform do you feel is most effective? Share your thoughts  and comments.

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Is your business like a drive thru?

When you, the consumer drive through a drive-thru business: bank, fast-food restaurant, pharmacy, what do you expect: Quick Turnaround time | Correct Order | Receipt | Friendly Service But Sometimes... As you leave if something is wrong like the incorrect order, less than friendly service and/or long wait..the ...

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Lessons Learned in 2010

2010 is a great year | lots of  ideas | lots of work Top 10 list of things learned: 1) There will always be a hot topic in testing:  Cadmium in Toys 2) Clients are excited about 2010  | New opportunities for their businesses 3) The heavy snow has created opportunities for a lot of people | Many opportunities ...

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Life Lessons from a Grower

Secrets of Success from a Pupkin Grower  - Check out these lessons from a grower. I found this post on BigPumpkins.com Message Board. These lessons could apply to all types of work. I have included the lessons in " " and summarized the thoughts to apply across all types of professions. "never say quit" ...

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Three Guiding Words | 2010

Try this exercise for your company and personally. For Midwest Laboratories,  I selected the following words and their definitions. Innovative - Forward Looking in 2010, focus on the best service Substantiate - Establish the truth and be an advocate for learning and educating ourselves and others Reveal- Tear down walls, continue to build relationships and meet needs of clients. In ...

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Professional Organizations | 2010

What Professional Organizations do you belong to? There are a number of organizations out there.  However, I get tired of receiving emails that say pay this membership fee now and receive a discount. What do you get from belonging? What can you give to the group? Have you ever asked yourself what is the ROI -Return of ...

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