Dec 21, 2009 Posted by Nick Cifuentes

RATM Saves Christmas – Facebook Campaign Leads to Surprise Viral Victory

The ageless metal-rap rockers, Rage Against the Machine, are making noise again, and this time it’s by pure accident. The political-driven rock group hasn’t released an album since retiring back in 2000, however, they surfaced last week on the UK’s biggest radio station, BBC Radio One, to talk about how they suddenly emerged on the UK pop music charts for the much fought over... read more

Jun 18, 2009 Posted by Nick Cifuentes

Social Media & Narcissism – Individuals and Brands: Remember to Love Yourself

Becoming a star on the Internet these days does not seem as far fetched as it once might have been. Social networks have become a ubiquitous tactic in helping connect individuals with family, friends, and strangers alike. And over the past several years, a number of those random individuals have become overnight sensations – all thanks to the Internet. Do we all remember Tay Zonday? After his... read more

Nov 11, 2008 Posted by Nick Cifuentes

Twitter – The Social Media Branding Your Business Needs.

Twitter. What if there was a business tool that existed, which could allow companies to listen in on discussions about how people are using their products, analyze what people are saying about them, and could allow that company to respond to that “person” directly. It’s a tool that effectively hones in on embracing the early product adopters and influencers who are then able to share with... read more

Oct 28, 2008 Posted by Nick Cifuentes

Are You a Social Media Influencer? – You, The Brand.

Influencers. Yes, you…the man in the corner of Starbucks sipping your vanilla late. You, the young blonde typing away to the world, using your ‘content’ to help unite others. You, the young man with a camera strapped to your head, broadcasting to the world your every moving moment. You, the brand. You, I, and the other 10 percent of social media website users are the so called... read more

Oct 2, 2008 Posted by Nick Cifuentes

The Obama iPhone Application – What will McCain do?

Doing my normal everyday thing, that’s what I like to call it, I came across the Obama ’08 iPhone Application – just released today. I expected this. I think we all did. Just look at how this election has boiled down with only 33 days left until we vote for our next “great” leader. The application features a “unique” look at the Obama campaign – you can see first your contact list is... read more