Random thoughts, life lessons, hopes and dreams
Several years ago, I wrote a marketing rant in which I admitted to having had fallen for the old 3-days only sale approach. I could write an entire post on marketing “techniques” I have fallen for over the years. It’s not my fault. I’m destined to make this mistake. I’m pretty sure if I sent... Continue Reading →
This weekend saw an odd convergence of ideas in my area of space. First off, on Friday, I was talking to one of my favorite people about all things data, analytics and marketing. He gave me what I think will be my one-liner for Wednesday (unless something better comes along), and we laughed and marveled... Continue Reading →
I’m not sure if this is a universal thing, or if it’s just my inbox that has been invaded by people who have no regard for my time. I’ve gotten used to survey requests after every leg of every flight and train ride. I’ve gotten used to Amazon and other online retailers pestering me to... Continue Reading →
There’s a downside to our modern way of doing business, procuring goods and services and working with vendors, that we don’t usually think about. When things go well, we think about the money we are saving, the opportunities we have and the speed at which complex tasks can be completed. When things go wrong, we... Continue Reading →
No, I haven’t written a story. However, if you believe all the hype about Big Data and artificial intelligence (AI), you would think imagine realize that I didn’t have to. That story can be gleaned from everything I’ve ever bought online, tweeted about, posted on Facebook and described on LinkedIn – except that’s not me.... Continue Reading →
I’ve had a draft kicking around in Trello (the project management program I keep my drafts in) since January 2015. I think it’s time I write this post and move the card into the “Published” column. The original idea came in response to Mattress Firm wrapping their Sunday ad around the comics. I hate when... Continue Reading →
When I posted about donations, I got a not-so-surprising number of comments about what made people mad about the organizations asking for money. The day after I published that post, I got an email that caused me to realize that it isn't just people asking for money. Communication today is a mess. Here are some... Continue Reading →
It’s a gray day – perfect for a rant. This wasn’t the plan. I was going to finish a draft for Monday’s (today) post, when I received one of the most annoying emails ever. Nothing malicious or evil, not some piece of spam that snuck through the filters, not even someone asking me to donate... Continue Reading →
I know, I know, it may not be “exactly” what Linda, mistress of the writing dungeon, had in mind, but she’s sweet and she always gives us that “if you’re not really up to the full-blown challenge, just do this.” Yeah, I’m doing this. But, I’m not doing this because I couldn’t comply with the... Continue Reading →
