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Category: Startup
Social Marketing for Fido
12/12/07
Okay, social networks for pets are nothing new (just Google that term). But here’s a cute twist. Are you a dog owner or dog lover? And maybe an art lover, too? I don’t own a dog myself, but one of the coolest new sites I’ve seen lately is Mog-Dog.com, a new online business created right here in the Twin Cites. It was founded by a colleague I used to work with and his wife, and they’re both accomplished graphic designers (which you can tell!) Mod-Dog is not a social network per se, but talk about a way to involve a community, and to do it in such a visual, fun way! Come on, dogs need their own note cards and Christmas cards—didn’t you know that? Okay, okay, their owners need them. But how fun! (And you could always have Fido sign with a paw print.) Not only cards, but you dog lovers can now decorate your pad with a high-quality modern art print of your very own breed.
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Recommended Reading:
The Art of the Start
The Time-Tested, Battle-Hardened Guide for Anyone Starting Anything
by: Guy Kawasaki
What does it take to turn ideas into action? What are the elements of a perfect pitch? How do you win the war for talent? How do you establish a brand without bucks? Guy tackles these issues and more, for anyone starting or revitalizing any undertaking.
The Godfather of the Valley
by: Gary Rivlin
Ron Conway, who I've had the privilege of meeting, is also the reigning godfather of the angel investing community. He gives passion and drive a whole new meaning.
Endorsements:
A random sampling of testimonials from clients and colleagues (refresh page for more)...
"Graeme is the Twin Cities' most plugged-in tech blogger. "
Kim Garretson
Founder
Livinghome.com
"As editor of a business magazine, I see all kinds of poor writers, but precious few good ones. Graeme is a very good writer. More than just writing ability, however, Graeme impresses me with the depth and breadth of his knowledge of the technology industry..."
Mark Druskoff
Former Editor
Minnesota Business Magazine
Blogroll:
Blogs I read regularly (refresh page for more)...
Alltop - Social Media
by Guy Kawasaki...All the top stories and blog posts on the topic of social media and marketing .... including yours truly!
How to Change the World
by Guy Kawasaki...The most creative, fun VC blog out there -- and also the best read.
Pronet Advertising
by Neil Patel et al...Personal experiences in online marketing.
blog.pmarca.com
by Marc Andreessen...Thoughts from the Web pioneer and founder of social networking platform Ning.
Venture Blog
by Dave Hornick..."A Random Walk Down Sand Hill Road" -- thoughts of a leading Web 2.0 VC.
Micro Persuasion
by Steve Rubel...How technology is revolutionizing media and marketing....from an Edelman PR firm exec.
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Some tech / Internet / content sites I find useful in my work (refresh page for more)...

