Krishna De

via pewresearch.org The solver social surfers are on the rise - so states the report from Pew Research this last week who reported that social networking continues to rise among older adults with 11% of online adults being aged 50-64 and 5% of those aged 65 an above commenting that they use social networks. The report also comments that social networking use among internet users ages 50 and older has nearly doubled from 22% to 42% over the past year. Permalink | Leave a comment  » - Krishna De

via blog.foursquare.com Are you using FourSquare to promote our business? How do you ensure people to learn about your specials and promotions or rewards for the Mayor? Here is an example of a business promoting they are on FourSquare with a sticker in their window. It's a great reminder to integrate your marketing online (on the web or mobile platforms) and offline. What other examples have you seen? Permalink | Leave a comment  » - Krishna De

Are you looking to host your own event or programme but want to keep our outlay to a minimum then it is likely you have considered finding sponsors. In my experience in running live events and conferences, in the current economy this is becoming increasingly challenging. However done well with a great plan sponsorshops could help you not only cover your expenses for the event, but can even make a profit BEFORE the event. For example you could look for sponsors to: Run a live event and get sponsors to pay for the conference room, cover catering costs or even the conference materials Create a virtual event and get sponsorships to cover the costs of your wrbinar service, creating transcripts and your online advertising to market the event My friend and PR expert Shannon Cherry has been working with her clients to help them attract lucrative sponsorships and she is now launching a Sponsorshis Programme where she will teach you how to create those winning sponsorship partnerships. I have... - Krishna De

via facebook.com If you have students in the family about to go off to college or who just can not wait to move out of home, you might want to tell them about the Globrix.ie student competition called 'Find the Gaff'. The online Globrix.ie competition runs from 19 August to 3 September 2010 and you have to be 17 years or over to enter. Follow the directions on their competition website and you could find yourself the winner of €1000. You can also find them on Twitter and on Facebook. Enter the competition here. I only wish there were competitions like this when I was a student! Permalink | Leave a comment  » - Krishna De

Are you exploring opportunities for a new career or even a change of direction? You are probably aware that the world of networking for job search has changed - but perhaps you are unsure what will help you or hinder your career search. Over the last number of weeks I have hosted events for a number of organisations including the CPA andthe National College of Ireland about online networking for job search success bringing togehter my many years of experience as an HR Director and my experience in social media and digital marketing. As I realise not everyone can attend these events I have decided to host a similar event online today at 8pm (3pm ET) today I am hosting a FREE webinar that will cover 4 keys to nurture your network for successful job search. The webinar will last just 45 minutes but I promise it will be full of content. ACCESS GUIDANCE ON HOW TO JOIN THE WEBINAR: If you have not attended a webinar previously you can access guidance notes at http://bgn.bz/gtwguide... - Krishna De

Calling all young aspiring young 'marketing guru's'.... Junior Chambers Ireland is hosting a free evening event with speaker Colin Lewis on 2 September at 6pm at the Dublin Chamber of Commerce, 7 Clare Street, Dublin 2 - the event is called 'How to be a marketing GURU'. It is free to attend but it's recommended that you book in advance. Find details of the event online here. Find Junior Chambers Ireland on Facebook where they have a Group and on Twitter. P.S, Apparently you have to be in your 20's or 30's to qualify to join them - so over 40's need not apply!:) Permalink | Leave a comment  » - Krishna De

Here is a great free networking event taking place on Friday September 10, 2010, 12:30-2pm at the Digital Court Building, The Digital Hub, Rainsford Street - The Digital Hub Leads Exchange Network is hosting a networking event to coincide with the launch of The Digital Hub’s new flagship building The Digital Court. The event will be addressed by The Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources Eamon Ryan TD. The event is free to attend but I would recommend registering as the numbers are limited. Find out more about the event on LinkedIn. Follow the Digital Hub on Twitter. Permalink | Leave a comment  » - Krishna De