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Marketer? Market Thyself: Career Advice for Marketers

When there’s a job opening here at Tenato, we get a large number of resumés to read through. I’ve recently done a little bit of preliminary screening of job applicants, and I notice things. Now, I’m no expert in job hunting, but I can offer some tips based on the boss lady’s hiring expectations. It comes down mainly to the cover letter; for starters, try including one……

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Social Media for Events

As a professional event planner for over 10 years, I’ve had a lot of opportunity to see the rise of social media, and specifically its effects on the world of events. Attendees shoot images, share comments and connect with each other faster than ever, and this creates an opportunity that can be harnessed to an event’s benefit. So, how does one effectively market events using social media?…

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Thoughts from #SocialWest

Managing the Online Reputation of Your Small Business Last month, armed with a tablet and a name tag, I attended my first social media conference – Social West. Held in Calgary, Alberta, the three-day event is spearheaded by Mike Morrison, author of Mike’s Bloggity Blog. Delivering on its promise as the largest social media and…

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Bridging Online & Real Life

How to Bridge Online and Offline Relationships In modern business, fostering online relationships is often just as important as maintaining relationships in real life. While real life business relationships tend to be your colleagues, suppliers, customers and industry peers, online relationships can help you find new suppliers, build brand champions, create beneficial partnerships within your…

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Social Media Etiquette for the Holiday Season

During the holiday season, the rules of social media etiquette shift slightly although it is not always noticeable. People are more boisterous, generous and engaging – after all, tis the season of giving and good cheer! Your social media approach should follow suit for the holiday season while aligning with your brand. As we get…

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