I've learned a few new things about Twitter in the last few weeks: If you follow the right people, more people will start to follow you. It's also become apparent that a number of folks who "follow" me (@mwhit14) are doing a version of Internet … [Continue reading]
If you market on Facebook, have you got game?
Facebook and game-creator Zynga yesterday announced they've entered a five-year strategic relationship that, in part, will expand the use of Facebook credits as a payment system. The deal has some implications for those in online media and Internet … [Continue reading]
Gain in online spending, ads served, a mixed blessing?
Internet advertising is continuing to recover, according to statistics released last week, and publishers should be asking themselves if they're ready to get their share of increased online ad spending. According to the Internet Advertising Bureau … [Continue reading]
Aw, nuts: A favorite, healthy snack
After four-month lapse, it's time for me to get back to some healthier eating habits. The other night I made a batch of "spicy roasted nuts," a savory combination of almonds, pecans and walnuts that makes a great afternoon snack along with an apple, … [Continue reading]
Newspapers need new leaders, consultant says
Newspaper companies need to find new leadership that can bridge the gap between the old- and new-media worlds, according to a partner in an executive search and leadership advisory firm. In fact, "There is a digital talent emergency in publishing … [Continue reading]
Pirates blog: One case for paid content
For two years or so, I've watched the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Dejan Kovacevic grow from a newspaper journalist into an online journalist. Dejan is the P-G's beat writer covering the Pittsburgh Pirates, so it should come as no surprise to those … [Continue reading]