Hi Dave, I wrote this article about social network vs Google = by referral only, and why it is so important to dive right into our social networks to find good referrals to exceptional company with excellent service through our peers, friends, and families. You need TRUST not Rank! http://haltonhillsblog.wordpress.com/2010/01/26/social-media-vs-google-by-referral-only/ Looking forward in winning a ticket to The Art of Marketing in Toronto thorugh your blog . Thanks Dave for reading.

HI, Dave; Not sure if you have chosen a winner for The Art of Marketing but here is Seth Godin sprading the love for TED videos (which was my subject of my entry, included with an offer to spread the word on the initiative of your choice). Cheers, Sarah http://sethgodin.typepad.com/seths_blog/2010/02/tedthink.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+typepad%2Fsethsmainblog+%28Seth%27s+Blog%29&utm_content=Google+Reader

The Art of Marketing conference has a great line-up. If I can make the trip, I'll buy a ticket to attend (in the event I don't win one). Lots of buzz here and elsewhere on metrics. I found this blog entry - "The fetishization of metrics", very provocative. http://bit.ly/c4w7ur Socialedge.org is a program funded by Jeff Skoll (a good Cdn entrepreneur)'s Skoll Foundation.

HI, Dave; TED Talks never fail top inspire and open my mind to new ideas. From Gehry to Godin, I learn from my heroes and meet many new ones. Ted believes in the power of ideas to change attitudes, lives and ultimately the world. Pick a subject you know nothing about and I dare you to not be moved. http://feeds.feedburner.com/tedtalks_video In return for a ticket, I will spread the word on the initiative of your choice. Have a great day. Sarah

OK. Shameless but I'll recommend this post. http://noahfleming.com/blog/creating-your-own-4-hour-workweek-in-2010 I REALLY want to attend this event so here's to hoping I win this!

I absolutely love marketing, especially social media marketing! Being a student and entrepreneur, this would such an amazing conference to attend! I like this blog because these are the social media gurus that have influenced the way we think and do marketing today! http://socialnomics.net/2010/01/13/top-20-social-media-experts/. I hope I win!

Hi Dave, What a great event to be giving away tickets to! I would love to attend and as such consider Caleb Gardener's post regarding Awareness Scale and how it can be used to understand how social media, public relations and advertising should work together. I love the idea of an integrated machine working together for a common goal but I found that in the workplace these departments are often silo'd and people aren't talking to one another. Linked ---> http://calebgardner.com/the-awareness-scale-via-tdefren Enjoy and good luck to all!! Can't wait to go through these comments and read the awesome posts people are recommending. Cheers, Aleksandra

Great contest idea! Here's a link for you: http://www.monocle.com/ I recommend checking out this website if you like seeing innovation at work. Monocle is a truly globalist magazine and website founded by a Canadian journalist. It also throws parties, sells merchandise, releases CDs, maintains off-line boutique stores in London and LA, and in the US single issues sell for $10 each and the subscription price is $150 annually (10 issues), charging extra for web archives access + to-the-door delivery. The publishing industry should take note and place Monocle on its watch-list.

http://blog.holtz.com/ always provides insight, inspiration and guidance

http://twitter.com/wbmstr Win a ticket to the art of marketing conference in TO http://tinyurl.com/y9zc2g7 through @davefleet: with @sethgodin, @mitchjoel For a blog recommendation: http://www.allmaxnutritionsupplements.blogspot.com/ Great blog for keeping up to date on Fitness, Supplements and Nutrition.

As a new entrepreneur - and mentor - I found this article about how to select a mentor enlightening. http://entrepreneur.venturebeat.com/2010/01/19/why-do-entrepreneurs-flock-to-loudmouths-as-mentors/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:+Venturebeat+%28VentureBeat%29&utm_content=Google+Reader

Hi Dave, and thanks for the opportunity to win a ticket to this great event! There are so many great posts out there, and it's difficult to pick just one, but recently I found this post especially rich in tips and advice that directly apply to our digital industry. Even if it doesn't win the content, I sincerely hope people here get the chance to read it and reflect on it. http://informationarchitects.jp/whats-next-in-web-design/ Thanks again and take care, -Franklin

In discussing the Art of Marketing, follow this link for a great example of promoting your product/service through differentiation and creativity: http://vimeo.com/8766811

I wish I had the opportunity to go to an event like that! Im from Montreal and would love to make a trip out of it: Blog Post people may find interesting: The Best Way to Add Video to Your Marketing (and the Biggest Mistake You Should Avoid): A Q&A with 'Get Seen' Author Steve Garfield http://www.openforum.com/idea-hub/topics/marketing/article/the-best-way-to-add-video-to-your-marketing-and-the-biggest-mistake-you-should-avoid-a-qa-with-get?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter + Something I wrote: How To Chose Your Perfect Avatar http://bcromlish.blogspot.com/2010/01/how-to-chose-your-perfect-avatar.html XX fingers crossed XX

Hey Dave, what a line up for this conference! Would love to attend...so here is my blog post recommendation: http://www.yummymummyclub.ca/how_twitter_can_help_a_baby_boy_see___ AmberMac blogs for YummyMummyClub.ca, and this particular post reminds us of the power of social media, and gives excellent guidelines for newbies using Twitter to create awareness and support for those in need.

The power of blogs (and social media in general) is the ability to share; to connect; to mobilize, and to transform. No greater current example of this is Wyclef Jean's blog and tweets. Not only did he provide information and insight other media organizations were slow to report, he used his blog to raise a staggaring amount of funds for Haiti earthquake relief. http://wyclefjean.wordpress.com/

Hey Dave, I would love to attend! Think it sounds like a great event. I recommend reading Saul Colt's recent blog post about the hot new phenomenon Foursquare: http://saulcolt.blogspot.com/2010/01/foursquare-is-fun-but-i-cant-be.html Cheers, Erin

I feel that Scott gives a very insightful review of Twitter in his post. His summary of who uses Twitter and when they use it should be considered when formulating a social media strategy that will involve the illustrious "tweet". http://www.scottberkun.com/blog/2010/twitter-reconsidered/

I've been enjoying all the content over at AriWriter recently. What I like about Ari's blog is that it is well-written, practical, full of useful tips and advice, and not overburdened with deep thoughts. I only have so much time to sit and ponder the philosophical musings about the future of social media, PR, ROI, etc so this blog is a refreshing change. Since we are talking about leaving comments and links to other blogs, I thought this was a good post to share: http://ariwriter.com/sharing-the-love-of-3-bloggers-seth-godin-chris-brogan-and-danny-brown/

What a lineup! Take your business up a notch..or four!

Hi there! Sounds like this will be a great conference. My reccomendation today is to a post discussing how social media infliltrates daily life, and the importance of community building. Here's the link: http://www.brandinfiltration.com/dailygrind/2010/01/25/lacquering-up-your-fanbase/

Hey Dave, I was reading a post this morning that caught my eye because I have been thinking a lot about PR agencies, specifically, and how social media presents so many opportunities to them and their clients. But I will let the great Danny Brown tell you more...

http://blog.penelopetrunk.com/2010/01/21/how-to-manage-a-college-education/ This post by Penelope Trunk covers and represents a lot of what I wish I was articulate enough to say/write.

Hey Dave: I think people should check out this Matthew Ingram post: http://www.mathewingram.com/work/2010/01/26/talking-with-steve-paikin-about-slacktivism/

Hi Dave,

I wrote this article about social network vs Google = by referral only, and why it is so important to dive right into our social networks to find good referrals to exceptional company with excellent service through our peers, friends, and families. You need TRUST not Rank!

http://haltonhillsblog.wordpress.com/2010/01/26/social-media-vs-google-by-referral-only/

Looking forward in winning a ticket to The Art of Marketing in Toronto thorugh your blog . Thanks Dave for reading.

HI, Dave; Not sure if you have chosen a winner for The Art of Marketing but here is Seth Godin sprading the love for TED videos (which was my subject of my entry, included with an offer to spread the word on the initiative of your choice). Cheers, Sarah
http://sethgodin.typepad.com/seths_blog/2010/02/tedthink.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+typepad%2Fsethsmainblog+%28Seth%27s+Blog%29&utm_content=Google+Reader

The Art of Marketing conference has a great line-up. If I can make the trip, I'll buy a ticket to attend (in the event I don't win one).

Lots of buzz here and elsewhere on metrics. I found this blog entry - "The fetishization of metrics", very provocative. http://bit.ly/c4w7ur

Socialedge.org is a program funded by Jeff Skoll (a good Cdn entrepreneur)'s Skoll Foundation.

HI, Dave;

TED Talks never fail top inspire and open my mind to new ideas. From Gehry to Godin, I learn from my heroes and meet many new ones. Ted believes in the power of ideas to change attitudes, lives and ultimately the world. Pick a subject you know nothing about and I dare you to not be moved. http://feeds.feedburner.com/tedtalks_video

In return for a ticket, I will spread the word on the initiative of your choice.

Have a great day.
Sarah

OK. Shameless but I'll recommend this post.

http://noahfleming.com/blog/creating-your-own-4-hour-workweek-in-2010

I REALLY want to attend this event so here's to hoping I win this!

I absolutely love marketing, especially social media marketing! Being a student and entrepreneur, this would such an amazing conference to attend! I like this blog because these are the social media gurus that have influenced the way we think and do marketing today! http://socialnomics.net/2010/01/13/top-20-social-media-experts/. I hope I win!

Hi Dave,

What a great event to be giving away tickets to! I would love to attend and as such consider Caleb Gardener's post regarding Awareness Scale and how it can be used to understand how social media, public relations and advertising should work together. I love the idea of an integrated machine working together for a common goal but I found that in the workplace these departments are often silo'd and people aren't talking to one another.

Linked ---> http://calebgardner.com/the-awareness-scale-via-tdefren

Enjoy and good luck to all!! Can't wait to go through these comments and read the awesome posts people are recommending.

Cheers,

Aleksandra

Great contest idea! Here's a link for you:
http://www.monocle.com/
I recommend checking out this website if you like seeing innovation at work. Monocle is a truly globalist magazine and website founded by a Canadian journalist. It also throws parties, sells merchandise, releases CDs, maintains off-line boutique stores in London and LA, and in the US single issues sell for $10 each and the subscription price is $150 annually (10 issues), charging extra for web archives access + to-the-door delivery.
The publishing industry should take note and place Monocle on its watch-list.

http://blog.holtz.com/ always provides insight, inspiration and guidance

http://twitter.com/wbmstr

Win a ticket to the art of marketing conference in TO http://tinyurl.com/y9zc2g7 through @davefleet: with @sethgodin, mitchjoel

For a blog recommendation: http://www.allmaxnutritionsupplements.blogspot.com/
Great blog for keeping up to date on Fitness, Supplements and Nutrition.

As a new entrepreneur - and mentor - I found this article about how to select a mentor enlightening.

http://entrepreneur.venturebeat.com/2010/01/19/why-do-entrepreneurs-flock-to-loudmouths-as-mentors/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:+Venturebeat+%28VentureBeat%29&utm_content=Google+Reader

Hi Dave, and thanks for the opportunity to win a ticket to this great event!

There are so many great posts out there, and it's difficult to pick just one, but recently I found this post especially rich in tips and advice that directly apply to our digital industry. Even if it doesn't win the content, I sincerely hope people here get the chance to read it and reflect on it.

http://informationarchitects.jp/whats-next-in-web-design/

Thanks again and take care,

-Franklin

In discussing the Art of Marketing, follow this link for a great example of promoting your product/service through differentiation and creativity: http://vimeo.com/8766811

I wish I had the opportunity to go to an event like that! Im from Montreal and would love to make a trip out of it:

Blog Post people may find interesting:

The Best Way to Add Video to Your Marketing (and the Biggest Mistake You Should Avoid): A Q&A with 'Get Seen' Author Steve Garfield

http://www.openforum.com/idea-hub/topics/marketing/article/the-best-way-to-add-video-to-your-marketing-and-the-biggest-mistake-you-should-avoid-a-qa-with-get?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter

+ Something I wrote:
How To Chose Your Perfect Avatar
http://bcromlish.blogspot.com/2010/01/how-to-chose-your-perfect-avatar.html

XX fingers crossed XX

Hey Dave, what a line up for this conference! Would love to attend...so here is my blog post recommendation: http://www.yummymummyclub.ca/how_twitter_can_help_a_baby_boy_see___

AmberMac blogs for YummyMummyClub.ca, and this particular post reminds us of the power of social media, and gives excellent guidelines for newbies using Twitter to create awareness and support for those in need.

The power of blogs (and social media in general) is the ability to share; to connect; to mobilize, and to transform. No greater current example of this is Wyclef Jean's blog and tweets. Not only did he provide information and insight other media organizations were slow to report, he used his blog to raise a staggaring amount of funds for Haiti earthquake relief.

http://wyclefjean.wordpress.com/

Hey Dave,

I would love to attend! Think it sounds like a great event. I recommend reading Saul Colt's recent blog post about the hot new phenomenon Foursquare:
http://saulcolt.blogspot.com/2010/01/foursquare-is-fun-but-i-cant-be.html

Cheers,
Erin

I feel that Scott gives a very insightful review of Twitter in his post. His summary of who uses Twitter and when they use it should be considered when formulating a social media strategy that will involve the illustrious "tweet". http://www.scottberkun.com/blog/2010/twitter-reconsidered/