6th March 2012 - Posted by Derek Johnson in category Misc
Are you guilty of text messaging on the toilet? Did you know that 75% of Americans admit to using their smartphones while on the toilet? Are you guilty?
9th January 2012 - Posted by Derek Johnson in category Misc
Want to instantly double the battery life of your iPhone 4/4S? Then look no further than the Mophie iPhone Battery Case. These cases are seriously slick — a must for anyone with an iPhone, especially if you travel as much as I do.
7th October 2011 - Posted by Derek Johnson in category Misc
Look what I found this week stuck to the sidewalk outside the local Chipotle. Pretty cool way to advertise the new Art of Flight movie with a QR code. Also, try scanning the QR code, check out the amazing mobile website.
20th September 2011 - Posted by Derek Johnson in category Misc
Have you wondered who’s the most influential people in the SMS marketing industry? No need to wonder anymore, as we’ve put together a list of the most influential Twitter accounts in SMS marketing.
20th September 2011 - Posted by Derek Johnson in category Misc
Recently I’ve been seing QR codes pop up almost everywhere. Most QR codes are pretty boring, usually just black and white, not very pretty to look at. Some brands though aren’t content with boring, and have taken it upon themselves to create their own custom QR code designs.
13th May 2010 - Posted by Sarah Magill in category Misc
I realize the green movement is basically a fashion statement now and it seems like everyone is telling you to “go green”. You probably recycle your papers, take the bus to work and have a few re-usable grocery bags, and that’s great. But being environmentally friendly is not a choice anymore, it is a responsibility and there is much more you can do to make your home and business eco friendly. GO PAPERLESS- By using Freshbooks.com, “The Leader in Online Billing and Bookkeeping”, you can save time and paper. They offer all kinds of helpful resources to help your business run …
13th May 2010 - Posted by Sarah Magill in category Misc
In response to a blog post asking what problems are faced by organizations, one individual answered, “Workplace diversity”. Similar to last blog’s topic of ethics, workplace diversity is a concept we are all advised to embrace, but we sometimes forget. By hiring a diverse team, you will be able to take advantage of a range of opinions which you can consider when debating important issues. This will result in balanced decisions all around. Your company will better understand the demographics of the customers you serve and you will be able to advantageously address employee satisfaction and retention issues. Peter Drucker, …
13th May 2010 - Posted by Sarah Magill in category Misc
In these technologically dependent times, social media is becoming people’s main form of communication. Although it is so convenient in our on-the-go, fast paced world, it is critically important to be comfortable communicating in person and through social media. And in this recession, a personal touch makes you and your firm even more engaging. When you hear, “networking”, you may think the best technique would be to hand out as many business cards as possible and shout out a monologue about how you can make their lives easier. Even better, focus more on getting to know people in order to …
13th May 2010 - Posted by Sarah Magill in category Misc
It’s not rocket science, but Accounting does have the potential for a plethora of mistakes that could really harm your company. If you forget a decimal or just record the depreciation amount incorrectly, it can cost any enterprise a bundle of time and money. Some companies have a private accountant on staff and others hire a public accountant during tax season and at the end of accounting periods. Whatever you choose, just know that obtaining accurate financial statements is priceless. For example, if the ending inventory was overstated in 2008 by $10,000, that value carries over to the next year. …
15th April 2010 - Posted by Sarah Magill in category Misc
The Golden Rule has been embedded in our minds since we managed to speak our first words. As we have grown, it has been stored in the back of our minds for occasional reference. I would like to remind everyone of the importance of ethical behavior. And though it may not seem paramount, honorable decisions can place you ahead of the game. Whether it is through price fixing games, crooked accounting principles, or fraud of any kind, those who try to prosper by cheating only bring long term damage to themselves and often to those around them. Hopefully by now …