This is the second entry of a two-part blog series on kindness in the workplace. In my first entry, we discussed social and business benefits reaped from genuinely caring for others. Like most things worthwhile, kindness can be an elusive concept. We all move so quickly these days that sometimes…
This is the first entry of a two-part blog series on kindness in the workplace. The need for kindness in the workplace is a bit of a childish conversation to have, right? If you’re in the workforce, you must have some sort of redeeming qualities that got you past an…
We are often approached by clients who are interested in reaching their customers and targets through email marketing, but they aren’t sure how to get started. The very first thing you must do to engage in email marketing is build your target list. It’s best to build your list organically…
Social media platforms create a space for marketers to craft a personality for their companies that will be shared with the public directly and personally. There is wisdom to be gained by observing the unique personalities of a few of the giants in the realm of social media. Here are…
As a marketing and communications firm, our team members collaborate on a variety of projects on a daily basis: PR, rebranding, web design and development, and email marketing to name just a few. Some of our team members work remotely, so it’s crucial that we have a web-based tool that…
The old saying that time flies–and goes faster the older you are–certainly held true for Q1. My thanks to our fabulous team for your skills, dedication, creativity, and care and to our awe-inspiring clients who entrust us with their branding, marketing, and communication needs. Focus is a key success factor…
Most know the U.S. joined WWII a few years after it began. But did you know that earlier we participated through the Lend-Lease Act of 1941, a means for the U.S. to provide military aid to foreign nations during the war? The United Kingdom recognized they would need to train…
UPDATED JULY 26, 2017: Due to social media platforms changing their image requirements frequently, we recommend checking the FAQ pages linked below for the latest sizing updates. All sizes are measured in pixels unless noted otherwise. Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Instagram Google+ YouTube Pinterest Finding or creating the right profile…
As I sit drinking coffee, I reflect on my first few weeks as Marketing Coordinator for MPD Ventures Company. Compared to my internship, my responsibilities have increased in number, in intensity, and in interest level. Not that my role as an intern wasn’t interesting, that is inherent in the work;…
Graphics – or images – play an undeniably important role in today’s social media marketing. However, many marketers don’t have the time or the budget to spend on purchasing or creating sophisticated graphics. Thankfully, there are websites out there that are sympathetic to our plight. We’ve discovered four useful resources…
