Politically De-Motivated - Messaging Lessons from the Campaign Trail
How much is too much? That's a tough question to answer. But we all know what too much is and the key to successfully communicating with your…
First-Time Presenting at Drupal’s “Show,” but Prepared to Swing for the Fences
To paraphrase John Fogerty, “Put me in coach, I’m ready to play [clap, clap-clap] today. Put me in coach, I’m ready to play today. Look at me, I can…
Digital U for a Digital You 201 -- Who Are You?
In Digital U 101 we discussed how businesses need to be clear about who your customers are. Defining who they are and what they want are key…
Clever and Cool Does Not Exclude Cautious
The social media environment can be a tricky one to navigate for businesses. After all, you don't want to simply be seen as shoving your brand down…
Get Ahead of Negatives to Make Positive Change
We often talk about the importance of focusing content on the “What’s in it for me?” That conversation is usually a positive one -- intended to show…
Not So Black and White - Or Black and Blue or White and Gold
Is it blue and black or is it white and gold? The answer doesn't matter; the fact that the question exists at all is fascinating and something to keep…
Is a Bird in the Hand Worth Burning the Bush? The Real Cost of Aggressive Communication
So... remember this experiment? Where I tilted at the virtual windmill that is The Quick-Fix, Snake-Oil-Salesman Approach to Creating Content? Well…
Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) 6.5 is End of Life in Less Than 1 Year: Is It Time to Panic?
Author: Beau Brewer Partner and VP, Content Supply Chain at Northern There are a few reassuring constants in the Adobe Experience Manager world. The…
Putting Our Best Foot Forward Against Bullying on For Me Day
Bullying is a major problem in our schools, workplaces, homes, and over the Internet. Over the next 14 months, Digital Echidna is supporting a series…
Retiring Chris Hadfield Gave Business An Out-of-This-World Communication Primer
Yesterday Chris Hadfield announced his resignation following 35 years as an astronaut. He’s leaving the public sphere to pursue private interests, but…