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I must try these going into the new year. Will be helpful when I start my blog.

Ever wonder how to get attention on social media sites? Start with a good looking picture! Hit the link to read more.

I heard some of this stuff on the news here and there, but putting the most impactful trends really puts things into perspective. 2012, you have big shoes to fill.

This workspace looks like a comfy yet energizing place to think or work, with warm brick-colored walls coupled with dark wood surfaces. TierOne Photography’s Steve Norcup remodeled his attic to design his ideal space.

Here is a follow up to my earlier post this afternoon. I agree with the author stating that it is a competitor to Foursquare, but it does have the potential to be something much bigger than that.

I see it being somewhere along the lines if Twitter and Foursquare had a baby. You get to follow your favorite friends, brands, and celebrities plus it’s all location based.

Lastly, lets all be honest at how crummy beta testing is. Nobody is using the dang thing near you unless you’re in a heavily populated city. Of course Schemer is going to be lame during the beta/invite stage. I just hope it helps pick up Google+ behind Facebook.

In closing, I can’t wait to get my hands on this!

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Via: By Erica Ogg, Dec. 25, 2011, 9:00am PT

Smartphone and tablet purchases have been on the rise for several years, but 2011 was a turning point: This was the first year that these mobile devices outsold desktop and laptop PCs. The effect — and perhaps some of the cause of this — is a love…

Since I became a traveling consultant I’ve really focused on Starwoods as my preferred hotel chain. From my perspective it was all about accumulating points and who had the best redeemable perks.

But now ask yourself, “Who has the best social media strategy?” Lauren Drell from Mashables broke it down for us in an infographic. I was actually surprised at how the landscape stood, but after thinking about it for a while it made sense.

Take a look for yourselves and let me know what you think. Does any hotel rein social media supremacy?

Looking to separate yourself from the pack? Take a look through these points to get yourself started towards a career in social media.

Infographic illustrating how social media may be affecting how our minds think. Take a minute to read through the whole thing. #infographic

In other news, Tebow Time never showed up.

Tablets instead of play charts? Micro chips in player’s equipment? Referees with able to review a play from their phone?

I hope Accenture wins the deal to integrate this effort. I’ll be the first to sign up on the project.