http://www.nytimes.com/2012/03/30/business/media/country-acts-connect-with-outnumber-hunger-a-charity-advertising.html?_r=1&ref=advertisingandmarketing
The band Rascal Flats is one of the groups of musicians that will be promoted in supermarkets. It is a major in-store marketing effort called Outnumber Hunger. It is a charitable effort to raise $2 million for Feeding America, which is a hunger relief charity. I think it is pretty cool, and it will be good for raising money for charity, for Rascal Flats, for the supermarket, and for General Mills which is a big supporter of Feeding America.
Friday, March 30, 2012
Ford Chief's Pay is Highest in 6 Years
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/03/31/business/ford-chiefs-pay-is-highest-in-six-years.html?_r=1&ref=business
The chief executive of Ford earned $2 million in salary, a $1.8 million bonus, and stock and option awards valued at about $21.4 million in a year. I find that to be overly excessive and unnecessary. The pay we give them and others like pro ball players is too much. There is no way for them to use all of that money in a year unless they are spending it on expensive luxuries and other unnecessary things. This just bothers me because of the current state of the economy and all of the other things we could put that money towards. I understand that they earn their money like the rest of us, but there is a point where things become ridiculous.
The chief executive of Ford earned $2 million in salary, a $1.8 million bonus, and stock and option awards valued at about $21.4 million in a year. I find that to be overly excessive and unnecessary. The pay we give them and others like pro ball players is too much. There is no way for them to use all of that money in a year unless they are spending it on expensive luxuries and other unnecessary things. This just bothers me because of the current state of the economy and all of the other things we could put that money towards. I understand that they earn their money like the rest of us, but there is a point where things become ridiculous.
Temple run for Android
http://www.slashgear.com/temple-run-breaks-one-million-android-downloads-in-three-days-30220713/
You can get Temple Run for Android phones via Google Play now, and it sold more than 1 million in about 2 days.
You can get Temple Run for Android phones via Google Play now, and it sold more than 1 million in about 2 days.
Alcohol and its effect on famlies
http://net.onextrapixel.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/alac.jpg
This picture really shows how alcoholism can effect an entire family. it's perfect because the man is shut off from his family by a shot glass or some kind of alcohol glass.
This picture really shows how alcoholism can effect an entire family. it's perfect because the man is shut off from his family by a shot glass or some kind of alcohol glass.
Best Buy Closing 50 Stores
Best Buy is closing 50 stores nationwide, leading to 400 jobs lost. Making up for this, they plan to open up 100 mobile only locations, which is the biggest revenue bringer for the company.
http://finance.yahoo.com/news/best-buy-shutter-50-big-120457157.html
http://finance.yahoo.com/news/best-buy-shutter-50-big-120457157.html
Travel Posters from 1910-1959
You can click the link below to view the vintage travel posters from 1910 - 1959.
Read more: http://www.brainpickings.org/index.php/2012/02/28/vintage-travel-posters/
Read more: http://www.brainpickings.org/index.php/2012/02/28/vintage-travel-posters/
new ways of advertising
http://versalogic.com/stories/story.asp?storyid=39
its like a mini computer that goes in the top things on taxis, which is connected to internet and gps to display ads for whatever stores are nearby that taxi
its like a mini computer that goes in the top things on taxis, which is connected to internet and gps to display ads for whatever stores are nearby that taxi
Nike Bench
http://www.estetica-design-forum.com/attachments/logo-design-brand-identity-forum/5948d1325847818-unconventional-street-advertisements-encourage-you-purchase-nike-gear-nike_layouts.jpg
This picture is really funny. There are two benches next to each other, and one of them has the Nike logo on it with the word "Run." That bench has no seat.
This picture is really funny. There are two benches next to each other, and one of them has the Nike logo on it with the word "Run." That bench has no seat.
Oil Industry group attacks Obama on gas prices
http://www.usatoday.com/news/politics/story/2012-03-29/ad-oil-gas-prices-obama/53867308/1
"A GOP-aligned oil industry group announced today that it's launching a $3.6 million advertising blitz in eight battleground states attacking President Obama for rising gas prices." This ad will be run in Florida, Colorado, Iowa, Nevada, Ohio, Virginia, New Mexico and Michigan. Mainly on Obama declining to explore for energy in Alaska, giving millions to Solyndra, who went bankrupt, and blocked the Keystone pipeline.
"A GOP-aligned oil industry group announced today that it's launching a $3.6 million advertising blitz in eight battleground states attacking President Obama for rising gas prices." This ad will be run in Florida, Colorado, Iowa, Nevada, Ohio, Virginia, New Mexico and Michigan. Mainly on Obama declining to explore for energy in Alaska, giving millions to Solyndra, who went bankrupt, and blocked the Keystone pipeline.
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Adjusting Prices
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/03/28/business/retailers-rush-to-adjust-to-price-smart-shoppers.html?_r=1&hp
This article discusses the relationship between retailers and consumers. The consumers are gaining more pull in the pricing of products with the invention of price-comparing apps and internet shopping. Some customers are becoming able to haggle with high end stores. Stores are also lowering their mark-up prices and having to come up with new ways to get the customer in to the store and purchase something.
This article discusses the relationship between retailers and consumers. The consumers are gaining more pull in the pricing of products with the invention of price-comparing apps and internet shopping. Some customers are becoming able to haggle with high end stores. Stores are also lowering their mark-up prices and having to come up with new ways to get the customer in to the store and purchase something.
Stupid old lady..
http://www.ubergizmo.com/2012/03/83-year-old-lady-runs-into-apple-store-sues-them-for-1-million/
A 83-year old lady walked into the transparent glass door at the Apple store in NY and sued them for $1 million dollar..
A 83-year old lady walked into the transparent glass door at the Apple store in NY and sued them for $1 million dollar..
Windows Phone Challenge
During a Windows Phone challenge a guy was asked to power of his and then turn it on and get the weather of two places before the Windows phone could. He beat the Windows phone by a little bit, was denied his prize for no reason. After "losing" he decided to post about what happen, and is now receiving a Windows phone and a laptop.
Hot and Spicy Pringles
http://spyrestudios.com/wp-content/uploads/print-ads/17.jpg
It seems to be a theme now-a-days to have a more surreal advertisements. It takes the product to limit or perhaps beyond reality. In this advertisement it's definitely gone beyond reality but it really captures the audience's attention.
It seems to be a theme now-a-days to have a more surreal advertisements. It takes the product to limit or perhaps beyond reality. In this advertisement it's definitely gone beyond reality but it really captures the audience's attention.
ads in android notification bar
http://www.tested.com/news/feature/articles/2670-ads-in-androids-notifications-pane-why-its-happening-and-what-to-do/
i think its kind of too much to put ads right where your messages should be on your phone
i think its kind of too much to put ads right where your messages should be on your phone
Teen Mobile Device Usage Facts
http://www.prweb.com/releases/2012/3/prweb9325729.htm
The average number of texts per month a teen sends is 3,417.
Female teens text about 30% more than male teens.
40% spend more than four hours per day on their cell phones.
The average teen has 25 apps downloaded onto their phone (i.e., Facebook, Yahoo!, Angry Birds, Drawing with Friends, Words with Friends, etc.)
The average number of texts per month a teen sends is 3,417.
Female teens text about 30% more than male teens.
40% spend more than four hours per day on their cell phones.
The average teen has 25 apps downloaded onto their phone (i.e., Facebook, Yahoo!, Angry Birds, Drawing with Friends, Words with Friends, etc.)
Pepsi vs. Coke
http://media02.hongkiat.com/pepsi_vs_coke/coke-vs-pepsi.jpg
This picture is funny. It's a picture of two cans of pop, a Pepsi can and a Coke can. They are in a boxing ring and are boxing each other. It really catches your eye and makes you stop and pay attention.
This picture is funny. It's a picture of two cans of pop, a Pepsi can and a Coke can. They are in a boxing ring and are boxing each other. It really catches your eye and makes you stop and pay attention.
promotional Advertising tips
http://www.marketing-made-simple.com/articles/promotional-strategy.htm#axzz1qQ0mYgwn
Tips on promotional advertising. Interesting way to think thru it.
Tips on promotional advertising. Interesting way to think thru it.
AT&T Poll Says Small Businesses to Up 'Online Marketing Ante' in 2012, Recognizing Increased Importance in Generating Sales
http://www.marketwatch.com/story/att-poll-says-small-businesses-to-up-online-marketing-ante-in-2012-recognizing-increased-importance-in-generating-sales-2012-03-28
According to AT&T small business technology poll, 79% of small busninesses use word-of-mouth promotion. 63% use their company website, as 39% use social media channels.
According to AT&T small business technology poll, 79% of small busninesses use word-of-mouth promotion. 63% use their company website, as 39% use social media channels.
Monday, March 26, 2012
http://www.nytimes.com/2006/01/09/business/media/09adcol.html?ref=stuartelliott
In older and modern day T.V. shows, they advertise for fake products. I thought that was interesting, because they make up a product, advertised it in their show, and some people in their homes watching that show actually want to buy it.
In older and modern day T.V. shows, they advertise for fake products. I thought that was interesting, because they make up a product, advertised it in their show, and some people in their homes watching that show actually want to buy it.
It's a Zebra--Or Is It?
http://smashinghub.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/Print-Advertisements-22.jpg
I thought this was a really funny ad. It's a picture of a zebra, only with rhino horns strapped on to its face. Underneath it says, "Nothing we do will ever bring them back." It's a really cool way to say that once animals are extinct, they aren't coming back.
I thought this was a really funny ad. It's a picture of a zebra, only with rhino horns strapped on to its face. Underneath it says, "Nothing we do will ever bring them back." It's a really cool way to say that once animals are extinct, they aren't coming back.
Skin Cancer
http://www.toxel.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/06/uad15.jpg
I always stress the importance of sunscreen even when it's a little bit chilly the sun can still get you. This is almost like an advertisement but it doesn't say a specific brand but it gets the point across with the dead body outline.
I always stress the importance of sunscreen even when it's a little bit chilly the sun can still get you. This is almost like an advertisement but it doesn't say a specific brand but it gets the point across with the dead body outline.
Colorado Lottery
Colorado Lottery is keeping the same advertising agency they've had since 2007. They are staying with Cactus for another 3 years. Annually, they spend 14.9 million dollars on advertising annually.
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/03/26/business/media/news-from-the-advertising-industry.html?_r=1
Cool ad
http://www.google.com/imgres?um=1&hl=en&safe=active&sa=N&rls=com.microsoft:en-us:IE-SearchBox&biw=1440&bih=664&tbm=isch&tbnid=gyXeN4ah91At4M:&imgrefurl=http://www.blog4logos.com/%3Fp%3D107&docid=GV0WCobyl18f-M&imgurl=http://www.blog4logos.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/04/unique_ad.jpg&w=640&h=426&ei=2XFwT_CAE-jisQLY5rGLBg&zoom=1&iact=hc&vpx=1118&vpy=363&dur=780&hovh=183&hovw=275&tx=125&ty=146&sig=112231444025789261621&page=1&tbnh=150&tbnw=192&start=0&ndsp=20&ved=1t:429,r:19,s:0
Thought it was a cool way to get them to see the watch!
Luvs Champs Commercial
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1amuXTIR3qI
I saw this commercial over the weekend and I think it doesn't do what it should. It makes sense, but I find it gross and a weird play on that song. I wonder if the commercial brings in as much revenue as they planned.
I saw this commercial over the weekend and I think it doesn't do what it should. It makes sense, but I find it gross and a weird play on that song. I wonder if the commercial brings in as much revenue as they planned.
DVD Artwork
Sony Entertainment decided to make the dvd artwork for "The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo" slightly different than what you see today. Instead of image, it looks like a pirated disc written on with a felt tip-pen.
Read more: http://adage.com/article/creativity-pick-of-the-day/sony-pictures-packages-dragon-tattoo-dvd-a-pirated-disc/233447/
Read more: http://adage.com/article/creativity-pick-of-the-day/sony-pictures-packages-dragon-tattoo-dvd-a-pirated-disc/233447/
Print Ads
http://spyrestudios.com/hilarious-print-ads/
Here are some funny print ads but i am not sure what they are advertising.
Here are some funny print ads but i am not sure what they are advertising.
Did Super Bowl XLVI Ads Impact Car Sales?
http://www.chicagotribune.com/classified/automotive/sns-did-super-bowl-xlvi-ads-impact-car-sales-20120302,0,5499847.story
The Chevy Sonic, Honda CR-V and Lexus were the biggest winners in sales for Februrary. Audi and Volkswagon actually fell in sales, after a multimillion dollar commercials that didnt attract people.
The Chevy Sonic, Honda CR-V and Lexus were the biggest winners in sales for Februrary. Audi and Volkswagon actually fell in sales, after a multimillion dollar commercials that didnt attract people.
Wal-Mart Challenge Draws Wacky Products
http://finance.yahoo.com/news/wal-mart-challenge-draws-wacky-products.html
i find this cool and interesting and a really nice thing for Wal-Mart to do.
i find this cool and interesting and a really nice thing for Wal-Mart to do.
Thursday, March 22, 2012
link about the oil boom in ND
its a realy good store about that the workers have to go through why they are out there and. what they had to do to get the job and how they work on there days off
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/03/22/your-money/family-men-go-it-alone-in-north-dakotas-oil-fields.html?pagewanted=1&_r=1&sq=money&st=cse&scp=1
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/03/22/your-money/family-men-go-it-alone-in-north-dakotas-oil-fields.html?pagewanted=1&_r=1&sq=money&st=cse&scp=1
Social Television
http://www.kansascity.com/2012/03/22/3506293/social-tv-all-about-sharing-viewers.html
Social television is the concept of people checking social media sites on smartphones or laptops while also watching tv. This way, tv becomes more interactive for the viewer and not mindless viewing. Many shows encourage tweets for voting on certain things.
Social television is the concept of people checking social media sites on smartphones or laptops while also watching tv. This way, tv becomes more interactive for the viewer and not mindless viewing. Many shows encourage tweets for voting on certain things.
Kit Kat Bench
I think this form of advertising is very effective. It catches the eye of the consumer. Because the product is so familiar, the ad will remind people of the product. It is also funny because a park bench is where you take a break from walking!
Logo Mapping
CityMaps, launched in 2010, takes a different spin on maps. They use logos of businesses for visualization of what businesses are where in the city. They also, have integrated social media into their maps.
Read more: http://www.underconsideration.com/brandnew/archives/in_brief_logo_mapping.php
Read more: http://www.underconsideration.com/brandnew/archives/in_brief_logo_mapping.php
Clever Watch Advertisement
http://www.hemmy.net/images/arts/creativeadvertisements01.jpg
It's very comical yet effective. part of selling a watch is getting the prospect to actually wear it, it might change their mind. With this bus advertisement a lot of people will put their hands in it and it might convince them to buy your watch.
It's very comical yet effective. part of selling a watch is getting the prospect to actually wear it, it might change their mind. With this bus advertisement a lot of people will put their hands in it and it might convince them to buy your watch.
14 Creative Advertisements
http://www.toxel.com/inspiration/2008/06/12/14-creative-advertisements-part-3/
This page has a lot of different ads, and they are pretty cool. My favorite is the one about Pepsi Minis, and it's a picture of a thumb and forefinger holding a teeny tiny cup of Pepsi. It's very effective.
This page has a lot of different ads, and they are pretty cool. My favorite is the one about Pepsi Minis, and it's a picture of a thumb and forefinger holding a teeny tiny cup of Pepsi. It's very effective.
Print Advertising Design Tips
http://www.abnormalmarketing.com/2011/02/6-tips-for-designing-print-ads/
A website for designing print ads
A website for designing print ads
Advertising pic thing...
http://mindhacks.com/2006/02/16/dangerous-advertising/
It says it is dangerous so I'm assuming it is sticking out but i looks really cool!
It says it is dangerous so I'm assuming it is sticking out but i looks really cool!
J.D. Power and LMC Automotive Report: Strong Year-to-Date New-Vehicle Retail Sales Pace Continuing in March
http://www.marketwatch.com/story/jd-power-and-lmc-automotive-report-strong-year-to-date-new-vehicle-retail-sales-pace-continuing-in-march-2012-03-22
J.D. Power and Associates' announced sales of light-vehicles for March will be the highest in 2 and a half years. Also March of 2011 was 6% lower is sales than this year. Total sales (including used cars)are projected to be about 1.3 million cars this month.
J.D. Power and Associates' announced sales of light-vehicles for March will be the highest in 2 and a half years. Also March of 2011 was 6% lower is sales than this year. Total sales (including used cars)are projected to be about 1.3 million cars this month.
hunger games opens tonight in theatres
We'll follow this link later in class to read and discuss the promotion of this movie as a class:
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/03/19/business/media/how-hunger-games-built-up-must-see-fever.html?_r=1&scp=4&sq=hunger%20games%20movie&st=cse
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/03/19/business/media/how-hunger-games-built-up-must-see-fever.html?_r=1&scp=4&sq=hunger%20games%20movie&st=cse
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Smoking Ad
Smoking Ad
http://www.chilloutpoint.com/images/2011/10/anti-smoking-advertisements/anti-smoking-advertisements-09.jpg
think if someone want to smok then why should other people try and stop them. why cant they stop them self
think if someone want to smok then why should other people try and stop them. why cant they stop them self
iPad 3 - too warm to hold
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-2117141/iPad-3-reviews-Users-mob-forums-complain-new-Apple-gadget-overheats.html
People are complaining about the iPad 3, that it is too warm to hold in hand, that it is literally burning.
People are complaining about the iPad 3, that it is too warm to hold in hand, that it is literally burning.
The Problem With Online Advertising Is That There Are So Many Problems
http://www.adweek.com/news/advertising-branding/problem-online-advertising-there-are-so-many-problems-139071
This article discusses the problems with advertising online and why so many companies are wary of using it. Some of the things hinted at being on one site have some sensitive headlines.
This article discusses the problems with advertising online and why so many companies are wary of using it. Some of the things hinted at being on one site have some sensitive headlines.
Nike! Good or Bad?
https://encrypted-tbn3.google.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQ7JUFY1GobAiR5aAhWhz4dGtw027V-usx0zRyVuO_aAioJWdpi
I remember watching a documentary on Nike once, it was quite disturbing. It reveals the horrors this company has done. This add follows that documentary because it depicts a small indian boy showing his unhappiness with this company. I think that it is very effective and should be advertised more.
I remember watching a documentary on Nike once, it was quite disturbing. It reveals the horrors this company has done. This add follows that documentary because it depicts a small indian boy showing his unhappiness with this company. I think that it is very effective and should be advertised more.
Google Play
Google recently decided to combined several products under the new brand of Google play. This new branding allows people to access their applications across several different platforms from the cloud.
Read more: http://www.underconsideration.com/brandnew/archives/and_the_google_played_on.php
Read more: http://www.underconsideration.com/brandnew/archives/and_the_google_played_on.php
Smoking Ad
http://www.chilloutpoint.com/images/2011/10/anti-smoking-advertisements/anti-smoking-advertisements-09.jpg
I thought this ad was cool. It was interesting how the lungs are made up of cigarettes, and some are even smoking. It is an interesting way to get the point across about smoking.
I thought this ad was cool. It was interesting how the lungs are made up of cigarettes, and some are even smoking. It is an interesting way to get the point across about smoking.
Advertising Techniques
http://www.adcracker.com/techniques/Advertising_Techniques.htm
A couple of techniques on how to make ads.
A couple of techniques on how to make ads.
apple facts
http://statspotting.com/2011/02/apples-2010-sales-some-interesting-facts/
has some interesting facts in it that i didnt know
has some interesting facts in it that i didnt know
Cars selling after Superbowl?
http://www.chicagotribune.com/classified/automotive/sns-did-super-bowl-xlvi-ads-impact-car-sales-20120302,0,5499847.story
Basically just saying what cars did go after the super bowl.. Lexus did well Volkswagon did not Chevrolets sonic did well Veloster did well Honda did well Audi did not
Basically just saying what cars did go after the super bowl.. Lexus did well Volkswagon did not Chevrolets sonic did well Veloster did well Honda did well Audi did not
US Retail Sales up 0.4% in March over February
http://www.nasdaq.com/article/redbook-us-retail-sales-up-04-in-first-3-weeks-of-march-vs-feb-20120320-00681
The retail sales of the seasonal period is up 3.3% over last year. The first 3 weeks of March have 0.4% increase over February.
The retail sales of the seasonal period is up 3.3% over last year. The first 3 weeks of March have 0.4% increase over February.
Sunday, March 18, 2012
news release info
Facts to use: -Bill Clauser is the Human Resource Manager at Wal-Mart Distribution Center. Bill has judged at local DECA events since 2006 and has been very supportive of MVHS DECA.
-Marynell Larson is a bookkeeper at Mountain View High School. She helps DECA by processing travel requests, registration and other DECA requirements.
-DECA is an organization of marketing students with more than 200,000 students worldwide. DECA grows leaders in marketing, finance, entreprenuership, fashion and management through local chapter activities, classroom curriculum, internships, competition, travel and more. Please contact MVHS advisor Dave Dillman at 970-613-7818 or david.dillman@thompsonschools.org to learn of how your business can support DECA at MVHS and Thompson School District.
Your Assignment: Write a Press Release on this blog by the time specified using the tips we learned in class. You will be scored on organization, information, use of facts, and mechanics. Start the release like this:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
HEADLINE (you write the headline)
Loveland, CO, March 20, 2012 ----Begin here
You must post a release to earn credit- top vote earners receive prizes! :-) Good Luck! dd
Friday, March 16, 2012
New Perk to Netflix
http://www.technolog.msnbc.msn.com/technology/technolog/now-netflix-search-tv-network-453858
Netflix has just recently made it so users can type in a TV network, and the shows, actors and actresses associated with that channel will conveniently be brought to your attention. Since companies like Hulu Plus, Amazon, and Redbox are major competiton, Netflix added this TV network search to earn more customers, will it work?
Netflix has just recently made it so users can type in a TV network, and the shows, actors and actresses associated with that channel will conveniently be brought to your attention. Since companies like Hulu Plus, Amazon, and Redbox are major competiton, Netflix added this TV network search to earn more customers, will it work?
Use What You Need
http://www.toxel.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/05/creativeadvertising11.jpg
I liked this ad because it's a bench that says "Use Only What You Need." While it is a bench, it really on sits one person--it really helps the viewer get the point of conservation.
I liked this ad because it's a bench that says "Use Only What You Need." While it is a bench, it really on sits one person--it really helps the viewer get the point of conservation.
taking the stairs
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2lXh2n0aPyw&feature=player_embedded
This is great! I wish this came to loveland. It's a great way to get more people to take the stairs. It's important that more people take the stairs with the rising weight problem out break. the piano stairs is a fun way to make the stairs more appealing.
This is great! I wish this came to loveland. It's a great way to get more people to take the stairs. It's important that more people take the stairs with the rising weight problem out break. the piano stairs is a fun way to make the stairs more appealing.
facebook ad
http://www.practicalecommerce.com/articles/2550-The-Basics-of-Advertising-on-Facebook
kind of jsut telling your how to make a successful facebook ad
kind of jsut telling your how to make a successful facebook ad
Houston Teen Killed at 'Project X'-Inspired Party
http://gma.yahoo.com/houston-teen-killed-project-x-inspired-party-202659149--abc-news.html
Its not like we didn't see this coming but wow
Its not like we didn't see this coming but wow
One Sweet Ad!
http://newsfeed.time.com/2012/03/15/one-sweet-ad-london-billboard-gives-commuters-cake/
A London billboard ad displaying Kipling cakes dispenses free cake slices at the touch of a button. The billboard also has a spray device that releases the aroma of the cake. The billboards are built into bus stop shelters.
A London billboard ad displaying Kipling cakes dispenses free cake slices at the touch of a button. The billboard also has a spray device that releases the aroma of the cake. The billboards are built into bus stop shelters.
Social Media and Direct Mail
Social media may be all great to target customers, but a lost medium of direct mail is very import. In a recent survey done by Millward Brown, came to the conclusion that physical advertising will have a bigger impact than social media.
Read more: http://www.businessinsider.com/social-media-rocks-but-dont-forget-about-direct-mail-2012-3?utm_source=readme&utm_medium=rightrail&utm_term=&utm_content=6&utm_campaign=recirc
Read more: http://www.businessinsider.com/social-media-rocks-but-dont-forget-about-direct-mail-2012-3?utm_source=readme&utm_medium=rightrail&utm_term=&utm_content=6&utm_campaign=recirc
Best yellow cake mixes
http://shopping.yahoo.com/articles/yshoppingarticles/846/best-yellow-cake-mixes/
this is a different kind of ad but it is a good one atleast thats what i think.
this is a different kind of ad but it is a good one atleast thats what i think.
Toyota Prius C
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fGcmy2ckOao
I saw this commercial on television and didn't understand the logic behind the advertisement. I found it a bit creepy and ineffective. Life is an older game, but the car is new. It just didn't make sense.
I saw this commercial on television and didn't understand the logic behind the advertisement. I found it a bit creepy and ineffective. Life is an older game, but the car is new. It just didn't make sense.
Songs on commercials
http://www.newsday.com/entertainment/pet-rock-1.811972/songs-from-tv-commercials-1.3604270
Basically just talking bout some songs you might of heard on commercials. It was saying that the commercials may not of been meant for the commerciasl at first but they decided to use it..
Basically just talking bout some songs you might of heard on commercials. It was saying that the commercials may not of been meant for the commerciasl at first but they decided to use it..
Oil Rises as Retail Sales Increase, Equities Advance
http://www.businessweek.com/news/2012-03-13/oil-falls-on-speculation-fed-won-t-provide-more-easing-after-retail-sales
Economic growth and demand has increased oil prices. Also retail sales were up 1.1% in February.
Economic growth and demand has increased oil prices. Also retail sales were up 1.1% in February.
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Kony 2012
Well this is a very touchy subject, and I hope that I'm not thought of as heartless for my opinion. Where do i begin? well first off i would like to ask why is it now that we are paying attention to the "invisible children" because some beginning cinematographer wants to do what's right? Sure I feel bad for them, and maybe sometime there will be an appropriate time to save them. i feel like the world has always known about Africa and their children, but it's now that some guy is shoving it in our faces that we pay attention to it? how absurd. also they want to send more peace troops to get Kony, and this guy can only do that if the people of the untied states want it. Now it seems easy just send some troops and capture or kill Kony, but wait! Kony's organization it's similar to the Taliban. you kill the leader and the next person in charge takes over, it never ends. Also think, if one of our soldiers get shot and killed it could start a war! The goal with capturing Kony is to create peace but i predict that it will only create more hate. i say this because some of our troops will likely be killed which will create a never ending hate cycle in the troop's family.
Kony 2012
I have been a member of ivisable children for almost two years. So thats how i found out about this campain. This is bigger then any of our campains yet. Bigger then the 24 hour silence, by far.
The only way anyone is going to do anything about Kony is if they know about him. This campain is to raise awareness. Nothing more. It doesnt promis that everything will end if you get involved. I simpley states that we the young people of the U.S. are the main front for representation.
The only way anyone is going to do anything about Kony is if they know about him. This campain is to raise awareness. Nothing more. It doesnt promis that everything will end if you get involved. I simpley states that we the young people of the U.S. are the main front for representation.
Kony 2012
i think that this campaign is not exactly doing anything to solve the problem, jsut spreading awareness of it to people (age 15-23ish) who probably are not likely to do anyting to help besides share the video on facebook or something like that. Also the fact that stuff like this has been going on in Africa for like forever, and this is just one thats gotten a little publicity.
Rush Limbaugh
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/03/14/business/media/ad-boycott-dents-limbaugh-shows-bottom-line.html?sq=advertising&st=cse&adxnnl=1&scp=2&adxnnlx=1331737308-kHCmALuKyf1UX8zAIC1dRA
I think that they are doing the right thing by convincing companies not to advertise through Rush Limbaugh's radio station. Even though he did apologize for the unacceptable remarks about Sandra Fluke, a Georgetown University Law Student, he should not have made those comments at all. Mabe after they accept his apology( if they ever do) he will be more careful about what he says.
I think that they are doing the right thing by convincing companies not to advertise through Rush Limbaugh's radio station. Even though he did apologize for the unacceptable remarks about Sandra Fluke, a Georgetown University Law Student, he should not have made those comments at all. Mabe after they accept his apology( if they ever do) he will be more careful about what he says.
Rush Limbaugh
Rush has chose to say the things he has said on air and now he is paying the price. He needs to learn his lesson and learning he is. With everybody going against him minus a few supporters, he will at some point be ready to give up on what he thinks is right and will never attempt it again.
RE: Kony 2012
Of course we all know about the Kony 2012 business, and I do agree that it's bad and should be stopped. However, the way that they're going about doing it is completely misguided and illegitimate.
First off, they're trying to raise awareness of Kony by spreading around the name. That is going to accomplish nothing, because in the video he said that someone has to know where he is, if only we can get to them. Yes, a lot of people know where he is hiding, but does he honestly think that they're going to openly admit what Kony's plans are, or even where he's located?
Next, Kony isn't even in Uganda anymore. He was last reported there a long time ago, and has been spotted elsewhere. The campaign is trying to assemble people to Uganda, but that's going to accomplish absolutely nothing. They'd be better off trying to find him on Google Maps.
Third, they're wasting more than 70% of the income they're getting. It's a non-profit organization, so they're not getting paid. What does that leave the money to? More advertising. Advertising is getting them nowhere fast, and back to my first point, it isn't going to find Kony. They should donate the money to the government teams, specialists, and resources. With all of the people that found the video and support the cause, they could easily raise millions of dollars. That kind of money would be at better use actually finding him than advertising.
Now, I understand why some people support the cause. Kony is an evil man and should, in every way, shape, and form, be stopped and arrested, if not executed, but this cause isn't going to help. He's been around for years, and just awareness of him hasn't done anything in the past, and won't in the future.
First off, they're trying to raise awareness of Kony by spreading around the name. That is going to accomplish nothing, because in the video he said that someone has to know where he is, if only we can get to them. Yes, a lot of people know where he is hiding, but does he honestly think that they're going to openly admit what Kony's plans are, or even where he's located?
Next, Kony isn't even in Uganda anymore. He was last reported there a long time ago, and has been spotted elsewhere. The campaign is trying to assemble people to Uganda, but that's going to accomplish absolutely nothing. They'd be better off trying to find him on Google Maps.
Third, they're wasting more than 70% of the income they're getting. It's a non-profit organization, so they're not getting paid. What does that leave the money to? More advertising. Advertising is getting them nowhere fast, and back to my first point, it isn't going to find Kony. They should donate the money to the government teams, specialists, and resources. With all of the people that found the video and support the cause, they could easily raise millions of dollars. That kind of money would be at better use actually finding him than advertising.
Now, I understand why some people support the cause. Kony is an evil man and should, in every way, shape, and form, be stopped and arrested, if not executed, but this cause isn't going to help. He's been around for years, and just awareness of him hasn't done anything in the past, and won't in the future.
Rush Limbaugh
What he said on air is not right. I think it is right to give him a boycott so he can learn his lesson. He is the 'biggest' radio host in the United States, so there's a lot of people listening to him. So he should know better, that he cannot say whatever he wants to say, especially not on radio.
Rush Limbaugh
I feel that the boycott is deserved. Sure he's allowed to voice his opinion all he wants, it's totally fine but he needs to be prepared for what other people think of it. The advertisers don't want to be associated with his foul language which is also perfectly legal. Even though freedom of speech exists it doesn't mean that it comes without consequences.
Rush Limbaugh
I believe Limbaugh deserves to be fired after his comments. If the Premier Radio Networks are losing money because of him then he should be let go. Inappropriate comments like that should not be made in any work place and it is not right.
Rush Limbaugh
I'm glad there is a boycott going on during the show. Limbaugh needs to learn what not to say on air, and the fact that they are losing money because of the boycott is a good way to learn that lesson.
Kony 2012 Social Media Campaign
Or read this article/blog about the social media campaign against Kony, the despicable Ugandan militant leader wanted of war crimes since 2005:
http://learning.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/03/13/do-social-media-campaigns-like-kony-2012-stunt-or-stimulate-real-change/?scp=1&sq=kony%202012&st=Search
If you haven't heard/seen of Kony, follow this link for some background information:
http://topics.nytimes.com/top/reference/timestopics/people/k/joseph_kony/index.html?scp=1-spot&sq=kony%20&st=cse
http://learning.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/03/13/do-social-media-campaigns-like-kony-2012-stunt-or-stimulate-real-change/?scp=1&sq=kony%202012&st=Search
If you haven't heard/seen of Kony, follow this link for some background information:
http://topics.nytimes.com/top/reference/timestopics/people/k/joseph_kony/index.html?scp=1-spot&sq=kony%20&st=cse
Rush Limbaugh Advertising Controversy
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/03/14/business/media/ad-boycott-dents-limbaugh-shows-bottom-line.html?sq=advertising&st=cse&adxnnl=1&scp=2&adxnnlx=1331737308-kHCmALuKyf1UX8zAIC1dRA
Read this article and be prepared to discuss the controversy in class.
Read this article and be prepared to discuss the controversy in class.
Thursday, March 8, 2012
Aggressive sales people in city, police say
http://www.nugget.ca/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=3494123
North Bay police have had complaints of sales people for an energy company. According to home owners, the sales people say they must be let in to examine their system. Then when asked to leave they become difficult.
North Bay police have had complaints of sales people for an energy company. According to home owners, the sales people say they must be let in to examine their system. Then when asked to leave they become difficult.
New Apple Ipad
http://www.nytimes.com/pages/technology/index
The new Apple Ipad which a lot of Apple 'geeks' have been waiting for..
It got lots of new improvements! Better HD screen, better wireless connection, and a faster processor.
Surprisely, the price will be the same as the Ipad 2 which got released under a year ago. So it will definitely sell good I think.
The new Apple Ipad which a lot of Apple 'geeks' have been waiting for..
It got lots of new improvements! Better HD screen, better wireless connection, and a faster processor.
Surprisely, the price will be the same as the Ipad 2 which got released under a year ago. So it will definitely sell good I think.
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
THIS CAN'T GO UNSEEN ANY LONGER! PLEASE READ MORE!
please i know this isn't related to this blog, but i ask of everyone in this class to watch this, share this with everyone you can and get involved. Kony must be stoped at all costs. Visit this URL http://memebase.com/2012/03/06/internet-memes-start-a-new-reign-on-injustice-get-involved/
Diet Mountain Dew Steps Into the Spotlight
http://www.csnews.com/top-story-diet_mountain_dew_steps_into_the_spotlight-60608.html
Today Diet Mountain Dew has its own tagline, a marketing manager, and a dedicated budget as well as sponshorship to Dale Earnhardt Jr's NASCAR team. This is leading to sale success where other brands are falling behind. Diet Mountain Dew started in 1988 and became a top 10 soda in 2005.
Today Diet Mountain Dew has its own tagline, a marketing manager, and a dedicated budget as well as sponshorship to Dale Earnhardt Jr's NASCAR team. This is leading to sale success where other brands are falling behind. Diet Mountain Dew started in 1988 and became a top 10 soda in 2005.
Idol Failing to Get Views
http://www.contactmusic.com/news/idol-collapse-could-affect-all-nets-advertisers_1300245
American Idol has been having a decreasing amount of viewers, and they no longer can claim that they have the most views of all regular telecasts.
American Idol has been having a decreasing amount of viewers, and they no longer can claim that they have the most views of all regular telecasts.
Friday, March 2, 2012
Google Glasses
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/23/technology/google-glasses-will-be-powered-by-android.html?_r=1&ref=advertisingandmarketing
Google is working on a new technology, it might sound crazy, but they are making sunglasses with lenses like a see through computer screen. According to this article, they are still testing them, and making changes, but it seems very likely that these glasses will be ready to sell by the end of this year. These sunglasses have many neat features such as a GPS, and you can play virtual reality games.
Google is working on a new technology, it might sound crazy, but they are making sunglasses with lenses like a see through computer screen. According to this article, they are still testing them, and making changes, but it seems very likely that these glasses will be ready to sell by the end of this year. These sunglasses have many neat features such as a GPS, and you can play virtual reality games.
Lose you license
http://vandelaydesign.com/blog/galleries/creative-advertisements/
This advertisement is very convincing to teenagers who are young drivers and can lose their license. Having to take your date on the back of your bike can deter you from doing anything to lose your license.
This advertisement is very convincing to teenagers who are young drivers and can lose their license. Having to take your date on the back of your bike can deter you from doing anything to lose your license.
More Ads on Facebook
Facebook has paved way for a new revamp in their advertising techniques. Instead of the normal ads on the right side you will soon be seeing ads in the news feed. They also will be making mobile advertising stronger.
Read more: http://www.nytimes.com/2012/03/01/business/media/facebook-paves-way-for-huge-growth-in-advertising.html?_r=1&ref=socialmedia
Read more: http://www.nytimes.com/2012/03/01/business/media/facebook-paves-way-for-huge-growth-in-advertising.html?_r=1&ref=socialmedia
common clothing
http://nikhilmisal.files.wordpress.com/2009/11/131.jpg
this ad's slogan "these clothes are made for you" is very effective not only because it's street wear but because it makes the customer feel more comfortable. selling everyday clothing is a good business because there is always a new trend in fashion, and it's more affordable in casual clothing.
this ad's slogan "these clothes are made for you" is very effective not only because it's street wear but because it makes the customer feel more comfortable. selling everyday clothing is a good business because there is always a new trend in fashion, and it's more affordable in casual clothing.
Hourglass Global Warming
http://www.demortalz.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/advertisements-edition-1-1.jpg
I really liked this ad. It's an hourglass with a city in the bottom half and the north pole or the arctic on the top half. The water is slowly going out of the top into the bottom and it's talking about running out of time. I thought it was really powerful.
I really liked this ad. It's an hourglass with a city in the bottom half and the north pole or the arctic on the top half. The water is slowly going out of the top into the bottom and it's talking about running out of time. I thought it was really powerful.
Ads go wrong
http://www.xxlmag.com/news/2012/01/when-political-campaign-ads-on-youtube-go-wrong-photo/
Here is a article of what happens when politcal ads go wrong.
Here is a article of what happens when politcal ads go wrong.
Selena Gomez Shooting New Movie In Sarasota
http://www.bradenton.com/2012/03/02/3912732/teen-queen-and-current-justin.html
Selena will be in a movie called Spring Breakers along with James Franco, Vanessa Hudgens, and Ashley Benson.
Selena will be in a movie called Spring Breakers along with James Franco, Vanessa Hudgens, and Ashley Benson.
The Future of Television Ads
http://tech.fortune.cnn.com/2012/03/01/the-tv-ad-is-long-from-dead/
this is just a "fortune" of the new television ads of 2012
this is just a "fortune" of the new television ads of 2012
Project X
http://www.cnn.com/2012/03/02/showbiz/movies/project-x-review-charity/index.html
Since "The Blair Witch Project," "Cloverfield" and "Paranormal Activity," it's been impossible to see a camcorder movie with out it being a horror movie. They tell you what the movie is about but at the end they say that this movie was a wasted opportunity...
Since "The Blair Witch Project," "Cloverfield" and "Paranormal Activity," it's been impossible to see a camcorder movie with out it being a horror movie. They tell you what the movie is about but at the end they say that this movie was a wasted opportunity...
oreo turns 100
After today's blog we will group read about the new Oreo campaign!
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/28/business/media/the-oreo-turns-100-with-a-nod-to-the-past-advertising.html?_r=1&scp=1&sq=oreo&st=cse
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/28/business/media/the-oreo-turns-100-with-a-nod-to-the-past-advertising.html?_r=1&scp=1&sq=oreo&st=cse
http://news.yahoo.com/blogs/technology-blog/weird-gun-future-attacks-words-not-people-193050045.html
This really cool but know that it is a gun, however it is a silencer. so it acctully makes people stop talking.
This really cool but know that it is a gun, however it is a silencer. so it acctully makes people stop talking.
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