Tag Archives: Insights
Steve Harvey flub creates a “Universe” of scorn
“You had one job” has become a signature slam online, a quip that always pops up anytime someone flubs what should have been a simple task. That line has been getting a serious workout after Miss Universe pageant emcee Steve Harvey crowned the wrong winner on live TV at the conclusion of the annual international beauty pageant. Read More +
Could BlackBerry be back?
Once written off as a dinosaur, a permanent also-ran in the mobile device wars, BlackBerry has come roaring back. The secret weapon in this resurgence has been the Priv, the company’s first Android smartphone. Read More +
Tesla Reeling as Recall Announced
While the brand may still be the underdog darling of the automotive industry, Tesla is facing some tough times from a consumer PR perspective. Recently, the innovative electric car company was forced to recall 90,000 Model S sedans. Read More +
Unrest at Mizzou spills over into football
Sometimes when things go bad, they can get worse in a hurry. Such is life around the University of Missouri lately. Mizzou just can’t seem to catch a break. Head coach Gary Pinkel plans to resign at the conclusion of the 2015 season. While the official announcement blames unspecified health reasons for the decision, smart money says the recent unrest at the university as well as the defection of a large number of football players has at least contributed to the decision. Mizzou insiders argue Read More +
Why You Should Submit Your Company to Crunchbase Database
If you’re a founder or key executive of a company, then it makes sense to submit your company to CrunchBase and become part of their dataset. In particular, there are a three key benefits that you should consider. Read More +
Why Vimeo isn’t and will never be as big as Youtube
Vimeo is a video sharing service that initially wanted to compete with YouTube. That goal was never realized. Vimeo has largely remained a mediocre service with a moderate following unlike the massively popular YouTube. Here are some reasons why Vimeo is not and will never be as big as YouTube. Read More +
Cereal boxes illustrate evolving consumer PR
Breakfast is changing, and when it comes to consumer PR in the food and beverage industry, getting the message right requires the proper mix of messaging appealing to the consumer market and messaging driving consumer tastes. Read More +
5 Ways Pinterest can Help a Startup Grow
One of the most beloved social media sites, Pinterest shows no signs of slowing down. Users “pin” items that they like, allowing them to keep boards—private or public—that collect images of their favorite things. By its simple nature, Pinterest is immune to the types of annoyances that tend to crop up with other social media sites. This website is viewed as overwhelmingly positive for the most part, so businesses should take notice. Start-ups especially can benefit from some Pinterest love. One of the most exciting Read More + Read More +
Coding movement is really cultural change
Many coding programs are not actively recruiting female participants. Is this a welcome cultural shift or meddlesome cultural engineering? At least one company hopes you choose the former. Startup tech company Jewelbots develops “smart friendship bracelets” to get girls interested in coding. According to press releases, customers can program the bracelets with their iPhones to make them light up when friends are near. Read More +
Bacon-flavored Pop Tarts? Has Kellogg’s jumped the shark on these breakfast marvels?
People are spending less time eating breakfast and looking for more ways to get something in their stomachs on the go. Even kids. This trend is nothing new, but the way to win the war for “backpack ready breakfasts” always breaks new ground. Pillsbury tried to dignify the pastry with its Toaster Strudel. Pop Tarts answered with neon stripes and rainbow sprinkles. Three guesses which ones the kids preferred … and the first two don’t count. Read More +
