As someone that has worked as a social marketer since the dawn of (social media) time, I’m always plugged in. I’m checking Facebook, I’m on Twitter, I’m checking in on Foursquare while Instagramming my life away. News comes at me constantly and quickly and, rarely do I pause and think (or usually in my case, utter out loud) that a news day (or two days) is especially noteworthy or busy. The last two days have been an exception to that rule. So in no particular order, here’s why:
Ed Koch: This is a huge loss for New York and for the world of politics. Ed Koch had more chutzpa and character than most (especially most politicians). Never afraid to speak his mind, Koch stood when most would sit. He was iconic to New York and I can’t remember a time when I couldn’t recall his face and name.
Almost too ironically, a documentary about the late Mayor, Koch, is coming out shortly and I can’t wait to see it to learn more about, and, pay tribute to New York’s most famous Mayor.
Ron Jeremy: Gross. Sad. Grosser! Sadder! Oy. I sat next to Ron Jeremy on a flight back... Read more
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What a Difference a Day (Fine, Two) Makes
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Vote for Mark Texiera: 2012 Roberto Clemente Award
Since May, Attention has been working with Harlem RBI -- a baseball, softball and academic enrichment organization with the mission to provide inner-city youth with opportunities to play, learn and grow. Working with them and seeing their work in motion has been such a rewarding and inspiring experience.
And it’s not only Harlem RBI that has stolen our hearts, but New York Yankees first basemen, Mark Texiera. Mark has volunteered his time and, more importantly, himself of HarlemRBI uses the power of teams to coach, teach and inspire youth to recognize their potential and realize their dreams.
Mark has helped us make the world a better place by shaping and inspiring Harlem’s inner city youth. We are reaching out to Mark's supporters and people that appreciate good old-fashioned hard work to let you know he has been nominated for the 2012 Roberto Clemente Award. This award goes to the Major Leaguer who “best exemplifies the game of baseball, sportsmanship, community involvement and the individual’s contribution to his team." Harlem RBI couldn't be more proud of Mark and this nomination.
Mark didn’t take the easy route, he didn’t just lend his name, he’s given Harlem RBI his time. Here's a... Read more
Tags: baseball, charity, social good, Social Media, Yankees
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5 TV Shows Killing It In Social
Here are 5 television shows who have done a good job integrating with social media.
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