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The 8th channel is what it is being called. We are a country of instant communications. President Obama fought for and won his fight to continue to use his blackberry device.
This is a work device not for games, but to get work done and communicate effectively. Text messaging is not for kids. Used correctly “texting” can be an effective business communications tool.
Check out the Mobile Marketing Association for case studies across several verticals.
If you consider for a moment that our president is the commander and chief of the largest business unit in the world, watching what tools he uses will give you a head start on your devices decisions.
Used for point to point communication is only one application.
But, using the mobile channel for mass communication is the coming next wave for electronic marketing.
Keep an eye on this space as the players are positioning for dominance.
Consider ways to configure your blackberry device to enhance your productivity and reach.
BTW: This is my fifth RIM/Blackberry unit. The stories that I could tell you about how this unit as a “time machine and productivity” enhancement tool.
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Hi David. I love this post. Thanks for sharing. I mentioned you last night during my Black women in social media series on BAP Living Radio. I talked about your blog and gave it as a reference for folks who are exploring ways to use social media tools. I also mentioned you in my author interview that is included in my upcoming book. I’ll let you know when it is released this summer.
Keep teaching us.
Ananda Leekes last blog post..I’m hosting BAP Living Radio’s Black Women in Social Media Series on June 3, 7, 9, and 10
Wow….Thanks Ananda. Barack Obama’s use of technology and social media for business communication is an ongoing story that grows as we go. We will continue to share.
Take care.
Hey David. Great post. It’s been a while since we spoke briefly over our cellphones. Would like to know some of the ways you have used your blackberry as a “time machine and productivity” enhancement tool. I have the same phone and I’m always looking for new fresh ideas on how to use my phone more productively other than just text messaging. BTW-Thanks for posting my comments to your book on your website. “You Rock”
i really love the cool features of Blackberry. my hubby and i both have Blakberries and we use it all the time to communicate.
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