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Re: My Computer History…

mona — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:14:46 -0000

My first computer was a freakin' 286 that I wasn't allowed to touch...so technically, it was our family computer.

And NOW I am officially spamming your blog. #readingdirectionsFAIL

Re: DirecTV: Eff You, Pay Me.

mona — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:11:12 -0000

Crap, I think I commented on the wrong post. But I am TOTALLY the first one who commented!! ...AND I subscribed to the RSS.

Re: Firefox Sidebar + Google IG = Useful on any platform

mona — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:09:57 -0000

COMMENT!

Re: Jessica’s Quick and Easy Healthy Chili

mona — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 20:13:30 -0000

Kevin LOL!! Way to skool Jessica then end it with a polite: "But, like I said, it still looks tasty."

And seriously, I am anti-vegan-vegetarian-organic-episcopalian(?)-FULL-BLOWN-carnivore but you don't even KNOW how good her chili is. #CantMakeThisCrapUp

Re: Jessica’s Quick and Easy Healthy Chili

mona — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 20:02:14 -0000

You tricked me. I ate soy crumbles. And I liked it. Still not sure how I feel 'bout that, but damn straight your EFin chili is BOMB.

Re: http://blog.louisgray.com/2009/07/lazyfeed-poised-to-debut-real-time.html

mona — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 02:55:25 -0000

On a completely unrelated note, LG can you tell Daniel that Disqus is majorly broken? Facebook Connect has been borked since who knows when and timezones are completely screwed up. :(

Re: http://blog.louisgray.com/2009/07/lazyfeed-poised-to-debut-real-time.html

mona — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 02:50:31 -0000

Oooh so this is what Lazyfeed is. I have a flow with my aggregating triage (Google Reader, Twitter Search, and Facebook) that ANOTHER similar service to log-in to doesn't really excite me... especially since there seems to be: (1) no method to share (2) no mobile interface or iPhone app (2) and the algorithm pulls up loose keyword searches. The third point is discouraging, for I do not want to sift through old data to quickly inform myself. (points 1-3 found via Steve R.)

The founder seems like a nice guy (I hope birthday boy James guy got his invite!) but frankly, I'm sticking with good 'ole reliable Google search. :)

Re: Breadlines and Battlecries

mona — Fri, 29 May 2009 23:58:19 -0000

Funny how we're both saying the same things in different ways and topics. I just said on FriendFeed today: "But it's 2009 - we are more connected than ever. There should be something bigger we can all do. It's too bad the ones with the loudest voices and insane reaches don't place social relevance on their digital activities. Sad."

Re: Hashtags 101: How-To Use Hashtags - Share YOUR #hashtagtip

mona — Mon, 25 May 2009 23:24:59 -0000

Oh Corvida - I probably make you cringe with all my useless hashtags haha. Thanks for this post!

Re: Props to Eminem for Local Promotions

mona — Tue, 19 May 2009 16:26:26 -0000

I truly don't understand why people are giving them props. Their marketing strategy was a fail. It's Eminem, the buzz should've been through the roof. John Mayer and Jennifer Aniston's break-up created more attention. :)

Re: studio.rizzn == new.media: /socnets: #AmazonFail: Is It Really a Conspiracy? [No, Idiot, It Isn’t]

mona — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 03:04:33 -0000

What a PR NIGHTMARE for Amazon. I knew there was some sort of explanation, since Amazon would be committing corporate suicide if they intentionally removed GLBT items. Frankly, I'm more amazed at how FAST this spread -- especially since it's Easter Sunday, and extremely curious to see how this may or may not impact Amazon, as well as the digital marketing space.

Re: http://blog.louisgray.com/2009/02/fewer-followers-or-more-meaningful.html

mona — Sat, 28 Feb 2009 22:28:49 -0000

Hmmm perhaps our definitions of Social Media are different. I take the term as it is: being social in media -- keyword here, being "social". I am not sure how you define social, but to me being social is engaging with all and any who want to connect with me and vice versa. I think it has to do more with finding your own groove and balance. That way, you can maintain relationships without it being a burden. Currently, I have Facebook, Twitter, FriendFeed, blogs, and e-mail that help me out. I just feel fortunate people want to connect with me that I value every single connection that comes my way.

Bottomline: to each their own.

Re: louisgray.com: Twitter is for Following Topics and Listening, Not for Following People

mona — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 10:59:16 -0000

I looked at the Tweet exchange and I seriously wonder what Loic is thinking. First he causes a stink about followers and unfollowing people, then he picks a public fight? Seriously, doesn't Loic have better things to do? Liiiiike... implement grouping feature on Twihrl or something? I really question his motives. Is he bored? Does he want attention? I don't get it. :(

Re: Why Facebook is Failing Me

mona — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 20:00:36 -0000

Sarah - this is EXACTLY how I feel and it's to the point where I don't know what do. Even when I disconnected Twitter and only promote some tech news, it is still update overload... I can't even imagine how many times you update, since you Tweet out several articles a day for RWW. -sigh- I wonder what FB's solution will be...

Re: Fail to Win

mona — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 22:53:31 -0000

My favorite is Dave's: " “on average, YOU ARE GOING TO FAIL. MULTIPLE TIMES, in NEW & INTERESTING ways.

GET USED TO IT.

in fact, the more you are used to failing — and failing fast, with data on how you fail — the better off you will be.” via here: http://500hats.typepad.com/500blogs/2008/10/fea...

Re: How we look vs Who we are (Scripting News)

mona — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 00:34:30 -0000

Dave you are a total teddy bear and I've yet to see you roar like Godzilla, so the accordion player is a good replacement, now that you explained it. Nice piece to go with the avatar change - thank you for sharing a more personal side of you! :)

Re: Don't boycott Kellogg (Scripting News)

mona — Sat, 07 Feb 2009 01:14:33 -0000

Best. Phelps-Kellog post. Ever.

Though I agree with Kellog's decision. It's a kid friendly brand. The outrage from parents would be horrific!

Re: rizzn's socnets: Introducing the Latest Twitter Service, TweetSandwich

mona — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 01:29:27 -0000

Rizzn dude, that comic is so 8bit I had to adjust my screen LOL

Re: How long will Sarah Lacy last at TechCrunch? (poll)

mona — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 01:02:21 -0000

Though I highly value and respect your opinion Duncan, she just rubs me the wrong way. The first time I saw her was on Gnomedex's live stream screaming into the camera insulting the viewers. CLASSY. Then when I Googled her, I watched a few of her videos (Google talk's author day and the infamous Mark Zuckerberg interview) that made me cringe. THEN I saw her on Yahoo Finance where she conducted another extremely unprofessional interview with her guest- talking over him and acting like an airhead. Hopefully she'll change my mind at TC, since you hold her in such high regard.

Re: louisgray.com: Who Does Apple Think They Are?

mona — Sun, 01 Feb 2009 02:34:16 -0000

You understood that comment...? I STILL don't get it, Aaron... :(

Re: louisgray.com: Who Does Apple Think They Are?

mona — Sun, 01 Feb 2009 00:53:26 -0000

Given Leaword Kansas' weather conditions as illustrated by this graph: http://pics2.city-data.com/w4/wnd8200.png, it is Apple's responsibility to ensure the store is weather proof. But again, I am not here to argue legal issues. I am talking about the principle and concept of customer service 101.

Re: louisgray.com: Who Does Apple Think They Are?

mona — Sun, 01 Feb 2009 00:48:53 -0000

Which means if proof was provided, they will be responsible. Thus, legally, yes they are.

Re: louisgray.com: Who Does Apple Think They Are?

mona — Sun, 01 Feb 2009 00:41:27 -0000

"I think it would be fair if Apple wrote them a short email/letter thanking them for shopping at their store and apologizing for the unfortunate incident. It would also be reasonable to give them a Gift Card or voucher or something, but not compulsory." = bingo.
"Also, expecting Steve or the VP to reply is silly. Maybe the Store or Regional Manager would get involved." = I agree with the Jobs part, but doesn't a retail executive's job entail overseeing retail operations?

Re: louisgray.com: Who Does Apple Think They Are?

mona — Sun, 01 Feb 2009 00:24:36 -0000

It's more the principle - that they (the execs) should care. It only takes a few seconds out of someone's day to pick up the phone and say: "Thank you for being loyal customers." or "We appreciate you." or even "Thank you for taking the time to reach out." I am realistic and understand the execs probably receive thousands of emails a day. It just reflects really bad on the top execs, to not train their chain of command to at least filter or notify them of something as horrible as a glass door shattering on paying customers.

Re: louisgray.com: Who Does Apple Think They Are?

mona — Sun, 01 Feb 2009 00:19:21 -0000

I hear you, as well as what everyone else is saying - but I am huge advocate for customer service, customer relations, and simply appreciating those that help corporations like Apple be who they are. I don't think Apple needed to acknowledge or thank them in any way for not filing a lawsuit, but at least something, anything to show they DO care about their customers.

It's just good business practice and reflects well for brand preservation, especially because of the recent PR nightmare events. ;) Thanks for your input (and for being able to discuss amicably!)