Some years back musician Ben Folds & BMG Music held an exclusive concert on Second Life – long before it was a household name. The service was somewhat jerky, the event not terribly Image via Wikipedia successful and even die-hard Folds fans were disappointed. In the last week, Folds, identified as ‘Merton’ uploaded videos of [...]
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The first on BNet discusses Sarah Jessica Parker‘s newly inked deal with ’70s glam brand Halston. The second on SmartMoney offers shopping tips for when you’re heading to the outlet mall (advice that SJP’s alter ego Carrie Bradshaw would surely appreciate). The unifying factor being quotes from me and the opportunity for me to pepper [...]
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It would seem that the general public’s fascination with all things reality TV has bled into the dental care aisle.
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It isn’t easy to break into the top of any game, harder yet to become #1, even and if only for 15 minutes. While consistency is key for great business, there’s no shame in breaking out and reaching #1 for one shining moment.
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one day a year, or one scandal a career isn’t the only time to connect with those that help maintain your success.
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Young girls have incredible buying power and clout and what they’re spending on and eager to see over all else is a squeaky clean barely pubescent boy and a film extolling the virtues of abstinence.
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I love the juxtaposition of the three main figures in the photo. U.S. commander Stanley A. McChrystal clad in combat fatigues, Mrs. Clinton in her coat of many colors and U.S. Ambassador Karl Eikenberry in a classic suit and tie combo.
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In the course of my work life I produce a lot of events for clients, which means I spend most of the night fussing over guests while making sure everything is running smoothly. Last night was a welcome break as I got to be something of a fly on the wall at the ACE Awards, [...]
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