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I’m looking for EU partnership possibilities in portal solutions and web development IT sector or those who could help us in generating leads.
Hey All, We’re Kiev (Ukraine) based software development and solution supplier company. Our main focus is portal, integration and web applications design and implementation (IBM WebSphere, SAP, Oracle, Weblogic, SharePoint, Java, .NET). I’m currently developing European sales pipeline and seeking for partnership possibilities in terms of subcontract or nearshore collaboration model. Please advise any methodology (except for cold calls) or consulting/software development companies in EU which c ...

I need background music for all my web pages (maybe up to 100 different songs). What is the most cost effective way to do it?
I produce Virtual Tours for businesses and include them in an online business directory. I want to provide a variety of background music for the tours. A sample tour is located here: http://tinyurl.com/5u92sy. What is the best way to go about it at minimal cost.

Dare to dream different?
I'm a software developer looking for someone (business partner) with a good product idea that can proof capabilities of embedded development (.NET Micro Framework) and win Microsoft' competition. Basically I would like to take part in Microsoft's 'Dare to dream different' challenge -> http://dreamdifferentcontest.com/ but I lack the idea of an unimplemented product. So in other words - if you provide the vision I can code id and both of us will have some fun :-) Please drop me a line ...

Flash, Love it or Hate it.
I just posted my new corporate website up for critique. It seemed people were more focused on my use of Flash in a negative way. They recommended I use Java instead. Here's some of the comments about Flash. People don't have it on their computers, but it's on 99% of all computers to date check out http://www.adobe.com/products/player_census/flashplayer/ Flash takes a long time to load - actually the Flash files on my site are smaller then some of the small images k wise Flash isn' ...

How will the current social media response to the Motrin campaign effect the advertising and PR industries?
See Ad Age http://adage.com/digital/article?article_id=132622 Here's the Ad http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/nationworld/chi-talk-motrinnov18,0,1054732.story

What is the best way of marketing holidays online? Web? Email? Newsletters?
I have a business, www.FloridaHavens.com, that relies upon online advertising to reach guest who are looking for vacation accomodation in the Orlando area. Aside from advertising on various websites, I have not (yet) exploited email marketing and other online marketing initiatives. I'm keen to take action in this direction and so keen to ask for opinion and, potentially, engage with another Linkedin member. Please let me know if you have any advice on action or recommendations of individua ...

If I said I could double your internet lead closing ratio, what's your response?
MyDealerBroadcast is the ultimate product for automotive internet lead response. Alerts when the customer opens the email, checks out financing, and several other click events. Our dealer signups are growing exponentially. Are you going to wait?

Buzz-word of 2008... what will it be?
Buzz-word of 2008... what will it be at year-end?

What are efficient and creative ways of bringing a legal services package for technology startups to the attention of entrepreneurs?
We have been trying for four years to market our LaunchPad legal services package for technology startups. Whenever we can get it in front of entrepreneurs, they love it, but the problem is finding a way to bring it to the attention of enough Canadian scientists and engineers wanting to start a new business. So far, we’ve tried: - specialized website, www.launchpadlaw.com - advertising in university and student newspapers - Facebook advertising - presentations at startup events and b ...

Whatt is the best email creative/campaign you have ever seen?

I was wondering whether anyone had any advice on how we should go about marketing our online job portal, www.Pharma-Careers.com?
www.Pharma-Careers.com is a job portal designed specifically to service the global bio/pharma, CRO and medical device industries. We have had a great candidate response and since going operational have successfully added hundreds of candidates to our mailing list and database. We would now like to conduct a concerted client advertising campaign, I would like to know if anyone has any advice on how we could focus this to gain the maximum utility from our investment. We are also running ...

Please tell us a joke about the importance of networking.
Pics are welcome as well. Here is mine: =========================================== Jacob and Judith had a 30 years old son named Moishe, who didn´t get married up yet. Everyone in the family was asking why he didn´t find a nice jewish woman ("or even a gentile, as long as it is a woman", they said) so far. One day Jacob says to Moishe during breakfast: "Son, I have found you a wonderful woman so you can marry !" Moishe: "Dad, I don´t want to marry just ´cause you say so !" Jacob: "Mois ...

Has SAHANAA been helpful in SRI LANKA?
Sahanaa FOSS disaster management software was launched during the tme of tsunami and lately the weather conditions are getting to he same state and probably by 2012 we'll all definitely believe "MR. AL GORE!".. CAN this software be applied in helping corporate disaster management..I know a lot of companies are now getting into "PREDICTIVE ANALYSIS" but what about disaster management, this could be a viable option for insurance companies and the likes. om sai ram, SUMIT NIGAM RAMANA MAH ...

Promotional Gifts for the best customers....
Christmas is here and promotional gifts are a must, the recession not withstanding. We need to come up with some gift for our top billing clients and it needs to be something that can be personalized too. I'm desperately looking for ideas. I need the 'best and the most economical ideas' and yes....they seem to be conflicting...but then thats my challenge.

Do you have something to contribute to a blog on Independent Filmmaking?
CounterCulture Productions has a The Independent Filmmakers' Resource Blog http://feeds.feedburner.com/CountercultureProductionsBlog with information and posts that range from technical resources like tutorials on FX plug ins in After Effects to content on distribution, screenwriting, indie financing 2.0 and freebies like screenings and seminars. We're getting picked up all over the world now, but with two features and several music videos in various stages of production, we are looking for ...

Brochure v Email
If your contacted by a new company offering their services – Do you prefer to receive a brochure? Do you prefer to receive email information? If email – do you also want web links, PDF or other attachments What would you really like to receive – or Do you always find the services you require on your own? I often receive calls and grab the web address – I can get the details later – Yes were all busy and if I get brochures – it’s a question of save or recycle. Thanks for shari ...

Have you ever looked for a test / marketing research company in Turkey for usability tests, user experience reviews, focus groups etc.
Which companies provide those services in Turkey?

how do I change my email address?

Strategy for Company Profile/Channel (vs Individual Profile) on Social Media Networks?
Most of the Social Media Networks (e.g. Flickr, YouTube, SlideShare) are designed to create Individual Profiles. What strategy do you recommend if I want to create a company channel/profile on these channels? I've seen mixed approaches being used by various companies. Will appreciate if you could also point to some successful company channels on these mediums.

Join Digital Marketing & Services Group.
I would like to invite Digital Marketing & Service professional in and around India to join this group to exchange knowledge, Idea and thoughts on growth of Indian Digital Marketing Market.<br>Clarification added October 22, 2008 12:59 AM: I am extremly sorry forgot to include the url to join this group.. http://www.linkedin.com/e/gis/898517<br>Clarification added November 18, 2008 1:06 AM: Now the group is also available on facebook and orkut. Facebook : http://www.facebook.com/ ...

Need help selling jewelry to spas
I am wanting to expand my healing jewelry business by selling to spas. Who is usually in charge of buying and what is the best way to approach them?... And what kind of mark up is typical? And what sort of packaging/ display would I be expected to supply? I am targeting spas that currently do not sell jewelry. Thank you.

How do you interact with the audience if they belong to the HNI group? Should we create communities and groups to interact ?

What are the most creative/innovative uses of Twitter you have seen?
Everyone uses Twitter for numerous reasons: keeping track of contacts, responding to consumer complaints, sharing random musings, and so on. What's the most creative and/or innovative use of Twitter that you've seen an individual or company employ?

Hi, I am Looking for a Top Nutritionist/ Dietician in India. Rohit Vishwen (rohitvishwen@gmail.com, +91-9967988448)

What factors should I look for when choosing a publicist or PR firm for my business?
It seems that it's time for me to hire a publicist or PR firm, and that's new to me. What questions should I ask to determine a good fit? What qualifications are most important? And, I imagine there different compensation models for making that selection. How do I know which one is most applicable for my business now, and as it grows?

Would you install a Widget or App on your blog for a Cause you belived in?
These days there are badges, widgets, apps all designed by nonprofit cases to generate revenue through donations while also raising awareness. For a cause you believed in would you install a LinkedIn or Facebook app? Would you add a widget to your blog? How large a widget would you accept (screen real estate percentage or simply the pixel size)?

Trade Magazines: Does Color Print Matter?
I'm trying to do some research on how people feel about industry trade magazines being printed black and white rather than in color. (due to the costs of printing color) If the trade magazine is for a technical audience (more of a scientific community) is black and white print adequate? Would you still read your favorite trade magazine if it wasn't in color?

What are the top 3 - 5 sales tools you use to manage your sales teams?
What are the sales tools you use, and are they tools you've created yourself, part of a CRM offering, or some other tool?

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