NMS Names Guillermo Corporan NMS’ 2009 Q4 ‘Ass Kicker’
We are pleased to announce that Guillermo Corporan, Helpdesk Specialist, has received NMS’ 2009 Q4 Ass Kicker Award. Congratulations Guillermo!
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Pete Snyder & Moira Curran Interviewed on CNN
New Media Strategies CEO Pete Snyder and VP of Entertainment Moira Curran appeared on CNN with Don Lemon to discuss how NMS rewards loyal employees. Video of the clip is embedded below the jump.
NMS Names Brittany Cooper NMS’ 2009 Q3 Ass Kicker
We are pleased to announce that Brittany Cooper, Human Resources and Recruiting Specialist, has received NMS’ 2009 Q3 Ass Kicker Award. Congratulations Brittany!
Social Media for Social Good: Ending the “R-word”
The “R-Word.” It’s one of those words that may seem like just another piece of slang thrown into everyday language when describing something stupid, dumb or irrational. However, it is not just another piece of slang. It is an insult to those with intellectual disabilities. This is why the Special Olympics asked individuals to participate in “Spread the Word to End the Word” on March 31st, 2009 – a campaign to raise the consciousness of society about the dehumanizing and hurtful effects of the R-Word and urge people to resolve to stop using it as an insult, casual or intended.
Communicate More, Not Less
When faced with a crisis, especially in the political world, gut instinct can tell those in the firing line to hunker down and shut up. But if you genuinely think you've got an explanation or exonerating details to offer and you're getting hammered by the media (or are about to be), consider a large-scale drive to communicate.
Why Women Are the Target Market, Not Just the Niche Market
According to a Pew Internet survey, 74% of adult women use the internet. This is helpful when deciding what products to sell online, but also indicates that the social nature of the online space not only compliments a woman’s natural talents, but will work to empower female consumers in a new way.