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20th February 2007

Urban Curators

“The goal of the Urban Curators project is to engage the public in the celebration of the decaying urban environment, recognizing its inherent aesthetic qualities as well as the important role that it plays within our cultural habitat. The project achieves its goal by elevating common, overlooked objects and spaces within the city of Providence, Rhode Island to the level of high art.”

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20th February 2007

DrawerGeeks: Kid Creatures

Illustrators takes drawing by kids and turn them into the wild, imaginative creatures that kids can’t quite draw themselves.

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20th February 2007

76% Think You Are a Liar

“The Word of Mouth Marketing Association has some great statistics and presentations available on their site. The title for this post comes from the finding that 76% of consumers think that businesses don’t tell the truth in advertising.”

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20th February 2007

DIY Nike Style: Zines and the corporate world

“What do corporations expect to reap in return from their zines? Not direct sales. Filled with the typical zine fare of rants, comics, interviews with musicians, and poetry, U Don’t Stop—like most other astroturf zines—doesn’t openly sell its patron’s products.”

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20th February 2007

How To Name Your Company

“When you start a company, eventually you are going to have to choose a company name. You may not take the decision that seriously - but trust me, a great name can make all the difference. As the online marketplace becomes increasingly cluttered it is more important than ever to be memorable and to stand out. The name of your company is a critical factor in this.”

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