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Corporate Branding: Roadmap and Mirror Required

21 May

Countless missed opportunities abound if your company is relying on “fans” and other unofficial channels to communicate the corporate mission statement, information, and updates!

Many companies have established their virtual ‘real estate’ or turf (website), but are not effectively harnessing the power of social media channels by integrating them to enhance — and gain necessary control of the brand experience.

In this insightful SlideShare by Jeremiah Owyang, discover:

  • Why seamless integration is important — and the inherent power of  it.
  • How to kick things up a notch to make the company website relevant in today’s marketplace, while reaching a wider market share.
  • Understand why this aspect of branding is so important to address — now — based on the projected future role of ‘branding.’
View more presentations from Jeremiah Owyang.

Need a Roadmap?

Do you need some help to integrate your message? I am an Integrated Marketing Communications consultant, and currently offering my professional consulting services to help businesses and professionals Amp-Up their unique communications efforts.

Geared especially for individual and company needs, my recommendations help solve communications challenges through building a solid branding platform. Many professionals and companies are missing countless opportunities because they have no desire to hire an employee or a full-scale agency, but don’t have time or adequate knowledge to address this important aspect.

Do you need help? I offer my professional services on a project-basis and can assist you and your company in navigating the maze of social channels, new and traditional media, powerfully and effectively integrating the desired message — helping to secure a solid branding platform.

I would welcome the opportunity to connect with you, and to discuss your specific needs. Please contact me using this online form (linked here)

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Let’s be Perfectly Clear…

05 May

BeckyCortino.com Unravels Your Ball of StringEffective communication involves more than just selecting the right vehicle or tool as the medium for your message.

A concise, clear statement of what you or your business is about establishes your marketplace position. It helps people understand what you do– stand for – if a meaningful connection can be made.

Convoluted messages turn even the most adventurous away. No one has time to unravel this ball of string. Not now. Not ever. You have to help them!

Conflicting messages not only confuse those who hear, but make you and your company look disorganized and unsure about your mission. The impression gives rise to question: Is this what you’re doing today? What if this service isn’t needed until tomorrow — where will you be, then?

This is more than the proverbial ‘elevator speech’ you hear so often about. It is so much more — and yet, so much less. Your message should be boiled down into the most concentrated form, resulting in the true essence of what you or your company does. It should be in a simple one-liner, in fact.

Some say this is especially important today, but it always has been so. It’s the hallmark of a durable brand, consistently delivering as promised over the long-haul, earning the title of ‘dependability’ associated with it.

How this evolves, is seeded from the one-line positioning statement: the organization’s focus, purpose and realm is clearly presented. It serves to expedite networking opportunities by cutting to the chase and openly offering a position (mission), a view (philosophy), a specific contact (you/business), product/service (solution).

 

I am an Integrated Marketing Communications consultant. For many years, I have enjoyed working with businesses and professionals, helping them in their communications efforts… I can help you unravel your ball of string and keep it from becoming a tug-of-war!

Do you need some help to fine-tune your message? I am available and currently offering my professional consulting services to help you Amp-Up your unique communications efforts. This is no kit-in-a-box — it is one-on-one time, geared especially for you, my recommendations to help you solve your current challenges and reach your business goals. 

I would welcome the opportunity to connect with you, and to discuss your specific needs.  Please contact me using this online form (linked here)

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Becky Cortino Presents on Injecting Healing Humor in Healthcare at AATH 2010 Conference

27 Apr
Becky Cortino AATH 2010 Conference Presenter

Becky Cortino AATH 2010 Conference Presenter

 I just returned from California, where I was honored to be a featured speaker-presenter at the 23rd annual Association of Applied and Therapeutic Humor (AATH) Conference in Disneyland April 22-25.

With my many years in the aspect of Applied Humor Therapy in the healthcare setting, the Tribute to Norman Cousins, was especially meaningful. A true visionary, he is credited with being the forerunner in this aspect, first treating his painful health condition with doses of humor long before contemporary thought recognized and embraced this powerful therapy.

My presentation topic was based on my AHeart4Clowning book series: Establishing a Hospital Clown or Healthcare Family Entertainer Group — Train, Prepare, Equip and Promote! It was gratifying to present to a wonderful group of interested participants, encouraging them in their efforts of applying healing humor in the healthcare setting. Throughout the conference, it was great to network and share with others in this field! I really enjoyed hearing about other programs and the free-flow of shared ideas.

This is one of the best programs I’ve attended in this aspect. The focus of the AATH Conference is on theory and application of healthcare, education and business, offering continuing education, networking, and fun for professionals using humor and laughter to enhance work performance, support learning, and promote healing.

Held in April as part of the global celebration of Humor Month, the AATH Conference draws participants from around the world. For more information about AATH, click this link (here)

I am available and currently booking speaking engagements on a variety of topics, and would welcome the opportunity to connect with you and discuss your program. Please contact me using this online form (linked here)

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Happy New Year: What Will it Bring?

04 Jan
Becky Cortino

Becky Cortino

 
 
 
 
 
Happy New Year!

By now, we’ve greeted the New Year together, anticipating joys to-be discovered and unexpected adventures! What exciting plans do you have?

In this New Year, I will be expanding my focus, and forging out in familiar directions, on newly-blazed trails. Inspired by Chris Brogan’s “3 Words for 2010,” I have established 3 aspects of concentration. I admire his brevity, but personally feel the need to have a little more to hang onto for direction this year. My areas of development for 2010 are as follows:

Social Media: I will be sharing more information, with widespread integration and increasing collaboration. Are we connected?

Communications Services: I am expanding my professional services and products for my clients; offering them in new ways.

Writing: I will be business-writing more – but less in other ways. In the last week, my third book in my Applied Humor Therapy series has now been officially shelved – indefinitely. As I prepare for 2 major speaking engagements this year I will use my work, but it will not be in book form even though  nearly completed.

 

I look forward to hearing what your plans are, and seeing how the New Year unfolds – exciting times ahead! :) Please leave your comments…

What do you have planned for 2010?

How can I help you with your plans for this New Year?

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My Wish for YOU: Happiest New Year!

31 Dec
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Soon, we’ll all greet the New Year together, sharing in joys to-be discovered and unexpected adventures!

What do you have planned for 2010? I am expanding my professional services, and will be offering them in new ways. I look forward to hearing what your plans are, and seeing how the New Year unfolds — Exciting! :)

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