Wednesday, November 12, 2014

end of radio...

As you may (or not) know. our volunteer
Marketing Director Zelda Robinson-Hogues
 is an international Radio/TV Host/Producer who came from radio
-WCRX - Columbia College Radio/News Reporter
-WSSD - The Blues Station
-WJPC - Johnson Publishing Co Dusties/Another Strong Song
-WNUA Smooth Jazz - Producer Denise Jordan Walker Show
-870AM - Talk Radio/The Passion Principles Show
-WGCI-AM- Dusty Radio 1390
 -Gospel Radio 1390AM
-V103 -Troi Tyler Show with Inspirational Conversations

 before she landed at her first TV gig at CLTV/WGN Traffic Reporter/Producer

The discussion of what's happening in radio has always been of concern
since she volunteers at HLN-TV where they teach youth behind-the-scenes
Radio/TV/Print Production.

Students interested in careers in radio are now guided in the direction of
Audio/engineers/weather, etc. because the jobs are so few and in between.
 It doesn't hurt to have a major and a minor, so your chances of employment are greater.

In the meantime, as radio goes to the dogs, here's an FYI:

An end of radio


Eight years ago, I described how city-wide wifi would destroy the business of local radio. Once you have access to a million radio stations online, why would you listen to endless commercials and the top 40?
I realized last week that this has just happened. Not via wifi, but via Bluetooth and the smart phone.
The car-sharing driver (Bluetooth equipped car, with a smart phone, of course) who picked me up the other day was listening to a local radio station. It was almost as if he was smoking a pipe or driving a buggy. With so many podcasts, free downloads and Spotify stations to listen to, why? With traffic, weather and talking maps in your pocket, why wait for the announcer to get around to telling you what you need to know?
The first people to leave the radio audience will be the ones that the advertisers want most. And it will spiral down from there.
Just as newspapers fell off a cliff, radio is about to follow. It's going to happen faster than anyone expects. And of course, it will be replaced by a new thing, a long tail of audio that's similar (but completely different) from what we were looking for from radio all along. And that audience is just waiting for you to create something worth listening to.

       
LAST CALL
End of printed newspaper


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Tuesday, November 11, 2014

4th annual Day of Hope this November 29th!


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toyz4tots drive!





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 50 YEARS TOGETHER!



 
 
 
 
Their three kids, all  successful, agreed to a Sunday dinner in their honor.

"Happy Anniversary Mom and  Dad," gushed Son No.  1.
'Sorry I'm running late.   I had an  emergency at the hospital with a patient, you know how it is, and I didn't  have time to get you a gift."

"Not to worry," said the father.
"Important thing is we're all together  today."
 
Son No. 2  arrived. "You and Mom look great,  Dad.
I just flew in from LA between  depositions & didn't have time to shop for  you."
"It's nothing,"
said the father.
"We're glad you were able to  come."

  Just then the daughter  arrived.
"Hello and happy anniversary! Sorry,  but my boss is sending me out of town & I was really busy packing so I didn't  have time to get you anything."

After they had finished  dessert, the father said,
"There's something your mother and I  have wanted to tell you for a long time.
"You see, we were really poor, but we  managed to send each of you to college.
Through the years your mother and I  knew we loved each other very much, but we just never found the time to  get married."
 
The three children  gasped and said,
"WHAT? You mean we're  bastards?"
  "Yep",
said the father,

"Cheap ones  too..."
 
 

Monday, November 10, 2014

kids off the block 7th annual Feed A Teen Thanksgiving Dinner

Kids Off The Block, Inc. (KOB)

 7th Annual "Feed A Teen" Thanksgiving Dinner
CNN Hero Diane Latiker: Kids Off the Block
CNN Hero Diane Latiker: Kids Off the Block


 

 
KOB is hosting its 7th Annual "Feed A Teen Dinner", Saturday, November 22, 2014 (1:00-5:00pm) to promote higher education and non-violence among our youth... During this historical event the attending youth will enjoy a day of family, a holiday meal, entertainment, music, and special prizes. 

We need your help!

Our goal is to feed 1,000 teens for Thanksgiving, to give children/youth a sense of family and community and something to be thankful for. This event was started in response to the many children that came to my house on Thanksgiving Day to ask if they could share our traditional family setting and dinner because they had no one to share it with at home. So far, over 3,000 children, teens and young adults have attended this event!

Funds raised by this event will enable Kids Off The Block to feed youth and their families city wide, continue to promote non-violence and advocate for higher education among our youth in Chicago IL. All donations are tax deductible (a tax exempt letter will be sent upon request).

KOB and the youth in Chicago, IL thank you for your generous support and contribution. For more information, please contact Diane Latiker, Founder at 312-647-0089 or email: dianekob@hotmail.com This event is FREE and open to all!


Thank you,



Diane Latiker - Founder/President

 

Saturday, November 8, 2014

business resources



Dear Valued Member,

Make sure to get your holiday gift guide orders placed, maybe take a vacation, invest in your business with a branding workshop, or order a moosehead for the man cave?
 
Enjoy
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Yikes! 7 weeks till Christmas!

Have you downloaded the Holiday Gift Guide - gift baskets, pearls, furs, and more. 
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Contact your Trade Director 
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New business cards give you a new image

Sterling Media is offering Business Cards Full Color, 14pt Matte or Gloss 100% Itex
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 Contact Dean at 440.975.8001
Dress up your building
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New! Main Street Family Dental - West Chicago -
Family/General Dentistry for children 3+ and adults; cleanings, exams, crowns, fillings, root canals, veneers and restoration of implants.  

Call Dr. Richard Smith at 630.231.4106
Don't wait till you retire to plan for it. 

The HARRIS TLC Group is a  SAFE MONEY planning firm that prides itself on unparalleled service and performance. We are committed to providing unbiased advice and prudent strategies to help protect the money you've worked so hard for . Our services are always tailored to your unique needs. We provide wealth management, retirement planning, and tax planning and asset protection. Our NO FEE approach allows us to serve you without compromise. We do not  benefit from recommending any particular course of action for the company's financial gain . This allows you to stay focus on your financial goals.Our reward is satisfied clients! www.yourmoneyforlife.com 

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It's not cold here.

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No matter what stage of life you or your company are in right now, A Write Impression can assist you with your specific career planning needs. While servicing individuals, clients are given career advisement and planning, leadership development, interview etiquette, and resume enhancements.  Corporate clients, youth and/or adults, are serviced in the areas of workforce readiness, leadership and Life Skills training, college preparation, team building, mentoring, diversity and inclusion awareness, and more.  

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Need some hats?
 
 
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Just for the man cave
 

 Midwest Hunting is offering these taxidermy mounts for collectors and perfect wildlife décor items to enhance your home, cabin, retail store  or office. We can ship

Call Dan or Deb Bolek 219.942.9301 or 219.405.9152 Hobart Indiana.  

Get ready for Trade Show Season next year


Tradeshow signage and booth signage. Vehicle graphics and lettering,  large vehicle decals to very small stickers, full color graphics on any size banner, window lettering and job site signs. Crown Point IN.   

Call Signs on Time at 219.661.4488
Branding Boot Camp


Ultimate Personal Brand Building and Business Development Boot Camp, Wednesday November 26, 2014, Chicago
Branding gives people the irresistible reason to work with you.
In this intensive boot camp, Jim will explain how to create competitive differentiation by using incentives to drive, attain, and retain business.  You will leave with dozens of ideas, resources, and suggestions for your business.  Learn how to use premiums and travel incentives to create compelling offers for your clients and employees. Snacks and soft drinks all day. Included at $249.99 ITEX per person; catered lunch, workbook, download of powerpoint presentation and a list of resources for incentives.  10:30-4:00 P.M.  


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Moving company looking for ITEX sales!

 
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Call Kim at 773.676.6204

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