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Newt Gingrich Doesn’t Have Eye of the Tiger
Newt Gingrich is in trouble. And this time, it doesn’t involve an ex-wife or the polls. Gingrich is in trouble for allegedly using the song “Eye of the Tiger” without permission. He’s being sued for unspecified damages in an Illinois federal court.
“Eye of the Tiger” is owned by Rude Music Inc. and was made famous in Rocky III. Rude Music Inc. says that Gingrich has used the song ever since 2009. They reportedly have evidence that he used the song… More »
Fox Morning Show Co-Anchor Greg Kelly Accused of Rape
Greg Kelly, the co-host of FOX’s “Good Day New York” and the son of Police Commissioner Raymond Kelly, has been accused of rape.
Not only does the 30-year-old paralegal claim the sexual assault occurred, she also says that she got pregnant and subsequently had an abortion as a result of the attack.
The Manhattan district attorney’s office is investigating the allegation, and Kelly has not been charged with any crime as of yet. However, he has “strenuously” denied the charge through his… More »
Could Facebook Shut Down Over SOPA & PIPA?
If you are like many people, you are reading a lot about SOPA and PIPA right now. To get the lowdown, check out this post about how SOPA/PIPA can affect you. Also, watch this video about understanding SOPA and PIPA, and find out if Facebook could actually shut down.
Though Wikipedia is going dark over SOPA/PIPA tomorrow. Many companies actually support SOPA, from ABC to Visa.
Allison Boyer of BlogWorld has a good piece about Why SOPA Scares the You-Know-What Out of… More »
Wikipedia to Go Dark on Wednesday to Protest SOPA & PIPA
The U.S. government is currently considering to bills that are causing quite a stir — the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) and the PROTECT IP Act (PIPA). According to TechCrunch, “Websites found to offer pirated content, along with the services that they use, could be hidden from US internet users by being delisted on search engines and potentially on DNS servers themselves.”
Many people believe with these bills, we’d be heading down a slippery slope and the legislation could threaten free… More »
How Twitter Can Backfire
If you own a business, you might rush out and put your business on Twitter. While this is a good idea most of the time, you should also be aware of how Twitter can backfire and hurt your business. Check out our list below to see if your company is in danger.
Lack of Updates
If you have a Twitter page for your business that isn’t updated regularly, people may think your business is unreliable. Or they may think your business is… More »
Using YouTube for Business
We all spend time on YouTube watching funny videos. But YouTube is a lot more powerful than you might think. If you have a business, you should definitely use YouTube to promote your business. How should you use YouTube in conjunction with your business? Here are some tips:
Instructional Videos
If the service or product you offer is complicated or confusing, post instructional videos on YouTube to make life easier for your customers.
Answer Questions
Every business has frequently asked questions. Answer your FAQ… More »
Selecting a Twitter Handle for a Business
So, you’ve decided to start a Twitter page for your business. The first thing you’ll need to do is to select a Twitter handle. If the name of your business isn’t available, you have several options. Here are our tips on how to select a Twitter handle for your business.
Add Location
If your Twitter handle isn’t available but your business operates out of only one city, consider adding the city name to your Twitter handle.
Add First Name
By adding your first name… More »
How to Manage Your Holiday Debt
If you are one of the many people who overspent during the holidays, you now have to prepare for the fallout when your credit card and bank statements arrive. Andrea Woroch, consumer and money-saving expert for Kinoli, Inc. offers these tips for managing your holiday debt.
Double and Triple Up
Multiply your credit card minimum payments two or three times to reduce the amount of interest you’ll end up paying. Merely meeting the minimum means you’ll never see bottom.
Now’s the Time to… More »
Things That Will Be More Expensive in 2012
Want to know what you are going to be spending your money on in 2012? Dealnews.com researched and listed price adjustments that consumers can expect to see in 2012. Some increases seem almost customary, like ever-rising gas prices, while others, like a potential 25% hike on tap water, are bit more surprising.
Airfare
Greater demand and fewer available airline seats will likely lead to higher ticket prices for flights next year.
Digital Cameras
Smartphones have quickly replaced budget friendly point-and-shoot cameras, so manufacturers and… More »
Business Ideas for 2012
As we headed into 2012, there are a number of businesses that could thrive in the new year. If you are trying to come up with business ideas for 2012, you’ve come to the right place. Check out these ideas and let us know what you think in the comment section below.
Social Media Expert
Learn everything there is to know about social media and then start helping companies grow their social media presence.
Delivery Service
People don’t like spending money on gas. Other… More »
New Year’s Resolutions for Small Businesses
The New Year is always the perfect time for entrepreneurs and business owners to create their business plans. A solid business plan will ensure that you set appropriate goals and create a game plan that allows you to achieve them.
To help you succeed with your business plan, Growthink has put together: “Growthink’s 7 New Year’s Resolutions for Completing and Executing on Your Business Plan “
Take a real assessment of where your company is today and develop a clear picture of… More »
Three Keys to Running a Message Board
More and more companies are deciding to run a message board. Message boards are a great way to interact with customers (and potential customers). That said, you should know what you’re doing before launching a message board on your own.
Here are our three keys to running a message board:
1. Moderators
You need moderators whose job is to delete spam and make sure the topics stay on track.
2. Traffic
Every message board needs traffic — even if you have to purchase that traffic…. More »
Herman Cain Quits Presidential Race
Herman Cain has decided to bow out of the 2012 presidential race. Over the past month or so, Cain’s numbers began to plummet amidst numerous sexual harassment allegations. And then, earlier this week, a 46-year-old woman named Ginger White alleged that she and Cain had a relationship for 13 years.
Cain continues to deny any wrongdoing, but thinks all the allegations have taken too much of a toll on his campaign and his family.
“As false accusations about me continue, they have… More »
Will Herman Cain Quit Presidential Run?
Rumor has it that Herman Cain will quit his run to become the next president of the United States. Why is Herman Cain quitting? He just had too many women on the side, apparently. It seems like just about every other woman in America has a Herman Cain story.
The latest woman to come forward was Ginger White. (You can see Ginger White pictures here.) Ginger White says that she had a long-time romance with Hermain Cain. She even offered proof… More »
Don’t Fall for the Black Friday Money Trap
When shopping this holiday season, do so responsibly. Though there are some great deals on Black Friday, don’t fall for the Black Friday money trap. Stores get you in the door with huge savings on hot ticket items, and then you end up spending way more than you should.
“Middle Class America is notorious for living beyond their means, especially on Black Friday,” says Steve Siebold, author of the book How Rich People Think. “They are brainwashed about how much money… More »