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Why are doctor visits and health searches declining?

People aren't going to the doctor as much as they used to. Your first thought is probably, "well of course, they're just finding information online or getting advice from friends." But surprisingly, surveys show they're not doing that either.

Hospital creates harsh ad campaign to address childhood obesity

10 January 2012

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is filled with children who have type 2 diabetes, hypertension, liver and kidney disease or are in need of joint replacement — all of which could have been avoided with proper weight control. And now, they're taking a stand.

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Posted in Health Care

No billboards for WGN’s John Williams? He’ll see about that.

06 January 2012

Of course it's just for fun, but grassroots, guerrilla marketing-style ads for WGN Radio's John Williams are showing up in some unusual places.

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Posted in Guerilla Marketing

Malls and big-box stores can now track your movements you as you shop

05 January 2012

Malls and big box stores are getting smarter. But will the public and politicians view it as acceptable or an invasion of privacy?

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Posted in Advertising, New Technology

Recapture interested site visitors as they browse the web

07 December 2011

We’re sure this has happened to you—you are browsing a retail site and considering making a purchase. For example’s sake, let’s say you are looking for a new hat. You have found one you think you like at Hats R Us, but you want to wait until tomorrow to make your final decision so you [...]

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Posted in Advertising, Internet Marketing, Internet Media

Save yourself from sharing embarrassingly old content

07 December 2011

Ever wonder if the YouTube videos and blog articles you stumble upon during the day are old news? 'Is It Old?' can help you find out, and (hopefully) save you from embarrassingly sharing a link that's past its prime.

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Posted in Internet Marketing, blogging

Try out Elfster for your Secret Santa exchange

07 December 2011

Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter dominate the social media world in their own way. Other platforms try to break through but are way too similar to the big three to make any difference. However, there are some that carve out a unique niche.

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Posted in New Technology, Social Media

The Mustaches behind Movember at Sherman Health

05 December 2011

Celebrating four mustaches that otherwise would go uncelebrated.

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Posted in Our Clients, Social Marketing, Social Media

Time-lapse video of our holiday window decorating!

30 November 2011

We are proud to be a part of Downtown Elgin, especially when the city offers great community events. This year, we are showing our holiday cheer by participating in Downtown Elgin’s Rockin’ in a Window Wonderland. We had so much fun creating our holiday-licious window that we decided to share the experience. We painted the windows [...]

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Posted in Demi & Cooper Advertising, Internet Marketing, video

How You Can Use Online Contests To Raise Brand Awareness

22 November 2011

Contests are a great way for the company who is running it to advertise themselves or their product.

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Posted in Branding, Internet Marketing, Our Clients, Social Marketing, Social Media

7 iPhone Gifts for iGeeks in your life

21 November 2011

Is your hard-to-shop-for family member iPhone obsessed? If so, skip the gift cards and wow them with some of these interesting iPhone accessories. 1. The gadget: The Dot from Kogeto What does it do?: Attach it to the iPhone 4, lay your phone on a flat surface, and take video that gives a 360 degree view [...]

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Posted in Mobile, New Technology, Tech tips