Plan Your 2018 Content Without Sucking All the Creativity Out of It
We’re four days into 2018 -- have you completed your comprehensive content plan for the year yet? It’s the bane of many of a communicators’ job -- the…
Some "Friendly" Advice About Accessibility and Inclusion
Just over a year ago, I wrote about the importance of having accessible options for service providers when persons with disabilities aren’t able to…
The Many Strengths of Diversity
Today is Canadian Multiculturalism Day and it marks the 30th anniversary of the Canadian Multiculturalism Act. And, as one who believes in our…
Sage Social Business Advice from an 11-Year-Old
My daughter and I are both at a wonderful age: she's at the age where I still matter, I'm one of her heroes, and all that fun stuff. And I'm at the…
Can We Fake Authenticity?
Success in social media -- and, really, in all business-related actions -- comes from being true to who you are. But sometimes that seemingly clear…
Puffery -- The 'Magic' Dragging Down Your Content Effectiveness
Puffery may be behind your magic slogan, but tricking your audience is a recipe for failure. And while being a fan of yourself may be great, too…
How Digital Accessibility Impacts Organizations & The Future of Web Design
It is all-too-easy to get caught up in the design of digital media—beautiful websites, apps, and emails that frequently leave functionality and…
How to Reduce eCommerce Friction to Build Lasting Customer Relationships
Need to Know eCommerce friction can be defined as anything that makes it harder for shoppers to complete a purchase, including complicated checkouts…
Chatbots vs. Conversational Agents: Using AI to Overcome Obstacles in Public Service
Need to Know Many Public Service clients need sophisticated conversational agents rather than basic chatbots to save time and costs, and improve user…
Don't Template the Life Out of Your Content - How Structure and Creativity Intersect
Creativity and structure may appear to be polar opposites. The truth is that structure can help creativity flourish -- but a template is the wrong way…