Personal Information In E-Mail Marketing Can Backfire, Study Indicates
2 July 2008, 23:11 No comments
Businesses risk chasing away prospective customers when they send chummy e-mails that bandy around people’s names, hobbies and other personal information to pitch sales, according to a new study of the popular marketing tool.
“People bristle at personalization just for the sake of personalization,” said Tiffany Barnett White, a University of Illinois marketing professor who headed [...]
Hu Holds Web Chat With Citizens
21 June 2008, 07:07 No comments
China’s President Hu Jintao talked to Internet-users on Friday via a news portal, the first time that he has gone online to chat. Mr. Hu was speaking through a forum of people.com.cn, the news portal of the People’s Daily.
Since the time the forum told its members of Mr. Hu’s visit, about 300 questions have been [...]
The Role Of Grandparents In Raising Children
11 June 2008, 19:07 No comments
My son’s granny has taught him how to use e-mail. “It’s so that she and I can stay in touch,†he explains with a four-year-old’s seriousness: “We have important things to discuss.†As well as imparting pearls of computer wizardry and wisdom, Granny B is also teaching Joe to play chess, and let’s not forget [...]
Boating And Fishing Key To Satisfying Healthy Relationships
9 June 2008, 18:06 No comments
If you or someone you know is hooked on boating or fishing, you may be surprised to learn that people who are drawn to these great American pastimes get a lot more than simple pleasures.
According to a recent survey by the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF), boaters and anglers tend to be more environmentally [...]
Women Join Ranks Of Computer Gamers
9 June 2008, 18:06 No comments
Berlin, June 08: Computer gaming remains predominantly the realm of men.
But a closer look at the culture reveals some surprising trends among female gamers. True, many women have no interest in gaming. Many of those who do tend toward games like the Sims, a blockbuster that focuses on social relationships.
But there are many hardcore female [...]
Outdoor Supply Stores Educate As Well As Sell
5 June 2008, 16:04 No comments
As the summer begins, eager first-time outdoorsmen and women hit the area sporting goods stores for advice on the best fishing pole or tent to buy. Retailers say these new customers are the bedrock of their business - treat them well, and you’ve created a shopper you’ll see again and again.
For Penke, educating these new [...]
Zabeels Focus Is On Us Real Estate
27 May 2008, 04:04 No comments
Zabeel Investments, which bought 50 per cent of the US-based Light Group in February, is still keeping a close eye in the United States market. With $1 billion (Dh3.67bn) earmarked for acquisitions, the company is ready to seize further opportunities.
In this exclusive interview with Emirates Business, Executive Chairman Mohammed Ali Al Hashimi says there is [...]
Aviators In Last-Ditch Battle To Save Loved Strip
27 May 2008, 04:04 No comments
Recreational aviators have made a last-ditch appeal for their former airfield at Pikes Pt, Onehunga, to become a multi-use and educational park, instead of a Ports of Auckland business development.
More than a dozen supporters of the recreational airpark idea formed a deputation to the Auckland Regional Council on Friday.
They represented the Auckland Regional Microlight Aero [...]
Idea collector Hobbies News
20 May 2008, 00:12 No comments
Born in St. Louis, Biggs earned a bachelor’s degree in Latin from Harvard University, traveled in Germany and France, swam the English Channel, released three rap CDs under the moniker Headmess, completed a business degree at night with three children at home and is attending law school. Biggs also is adviser to the Thurtene Carnival, [...]
Farm Girl Having Trouble Fitting In At City School
20 May 2008, 00:12 No comments
Hi Jewel: I’m a farm girl who loves the country, animals and country music. Needless to say, I don’t fit in too well at my city high school. Others tell me country music is corny and I should get a life. I think I have a pretty good life. I need some good comeback lines. [...]
