Much ado has been made in recent years about the benefits of installing white or “cool” roofs. The idea: Light-colored materials reflect heat, while dark roofs, such as those made of asphalt and tar, absorb…

Much ado has been made in recent years about the benefits of installing white or “cool” roofs. The idea: Light-colored materials reflect heat, while dark roofs, such as those made of asphalt and tar, absorb…
It’s time again for our community news and information roundup. Here are the discussions happening on the blogs and communities we follow. Let’s dig in. Events are Going Social. (Patrick Nelissen) You use social media…
1 This past week the United States Supreme Court decided a case that reinforced the right to re-sell something that you had lawfully bought. Now — you might be wondering what’s so earth shattering about…
Is your store looking dated? Are the displays around your shop looking a little too ho-hum or lacking inspiration? In the day-to-day of running your store, it’s easy to overlook its optics. Freshen up your…
About a year ago, Skype launched a major update for Skype for Android smartphones that was “inspired by” Google’s Material Design mantra. At the time, Skype said that the app had been redesigned on Android…
If you have an eCommerce business on eBay, Etsy, Amazon or Shopify, you probably have to deal with shipping on a pretty regular basis. That is assuming you don’t plan to use something like the…
Have you ever wondered if you have what it takes to start and run a business? If so, you might want to take this entrepreneurial quotient quiz, The quiz is a fun way to see if you have common…
Would you like a shot at winning a new printer? Take our short survey. It’s just 5 minutes. We ask you to tell us what marketing templates, resources and tools you rely upon for creating…
Ever get a gift (or any package for that matter) only to find it was broken, crushed, crinkled or mangled beyond recognition? After spending time and money to choose the perfect gift for a client,…
As more consumers look for greener choices in the marketplace, it’s not surprising that marketers are focusing on the environmental benefits of their products. However, green claims, as with any other advertising claim, must be…