image via United States Army Garrison Livorno I’m always sorry to see the end of the year because I love the feeling of the holiday season. m not a Christian, but – as do most other faiths – mine encourages one to be kind to others, considerate and giving.

Sometimes I hate social media because of how fast stuff moves. This morning, before I was really awake, I saw a Tweet or an FB post about a quote from someone whose branding expertise I appreciate. And of course, when I went to write this post, I couldn't remember who made the original quote and who passed it on.

Light meat or dark? Yes, I know it's just wrong. Since this is Thanksgiving week here in the U.S., I thought I'd do the obligatory thanks giving post. With a twist. truly do have a lot of things to be thankful for and oddly enough, many of them have to do with things I am most decidedly not thankful about. le guin nonprofits

Super-affluent women 45 and under actually spent 4% more even during the recession, with 23% growth during the recovery (for Amex, from 4Q 2009). For your sake, I hope your nonprofit has lots of what American Express calls “Golden Givers.&#. How does Amex define “super-affluent&# ? If so, can I be your houseboy? Good luck!

in Spring 2009, I soon found myself nearing the Summer 2010 term – during which time, I was required to take up a professional internship program. Having started the MS-Marketing program at Texas A&M University’s Mays Business School (Whoop!) Here are my 5 key takeaways from being a member of the TREW Crew. Teamwork. Social Media Secrets.

c) Kara LaFleur: left: Work To Ride (spring 2007) , C-print 12"x12" (20"x20" framed) right: Work To Ride (summer 2009) , C-print, 12"x12" (20"x20" framed). Do you need a little creativity boost? Dave Rowley 's blog, Creative Chai might be just the thing. love how he's letting us in on his creative process. lot, it sounds like.