Lifeways Summary. The music video Some People Change by Montgomery Gentry is an inspirational video about how people can turn their lives around. One examples given in the video is of a young man who’d been raised to have racist beliefs. The other example is of a woman (pictured here) who turns away from a… Continue reading Montgomery Gentry – Some People Change (music video and lyrics)
Author: Greg Johnson
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Shedworking: The Alternative Workplace Revolution by Alex Johnson
Activism > Housing | Effective Living Summary. Shedworking: The Alternative Workplace Revolution is the long awaited and highly acclaimed book by Alex Johnson. Endorsements. Critics are calling the book “Excellent” and “Thought Provoking.” Below is a commentary from Gregory Johnson about the book. “The housing and workplace revolution has now reached critical mass as alternative… Continue reading Shedworking: The Alternative Workplace Revolution by Alex Johnson
Gillette Mach 3 Turbo
Health Summary. The Gillette Mach 3 Turbo shaving system offers one of the closest and most comfortable shaving experiences available. Anyone shopping around for a shaver should definitely consider trying a few to see what works best, and the Gillette Mach 3 Turbo is one worth trying out.
Manufacturing Angst, Dissatisfaction, and Hopelessness
Activism > Advertising Summary. Consumers who are content and happy are less likely to buy things they don’t need. For this reason, numerous industries depend on creating and maintaining a sense of dissatisfaction and hopelessness. People who are dissatisfied with life are more likely to turn to consumerism, eating, gambling, shopping, or sensory altering products such… Continue reading Manufacturing Angst, Dissatisfaction, and Hopelessness
Thoughts About Difficult Vocations and Careers
Career Summary. This document provides insights about difficult vocations and careers. Difficult Jobs. Some careers require more of a sacrifice than others, and depending on the vocation, a person may need to toughen up to succeed. Jobs that are physically or emotionally intense and demanding include: debtor asset collection or property repossession specialist emergency medical… Continue reading Thoughts About Difficult Vocations and Careers
Remembering the Release of Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn
Lifeways > Judaism Summary. It’s helpful to remember people and events in history that can help us better understand where we have been, where we are, and where we are going. The following article is from the 25 June 2010 newsletter of Rabbis Avremel and Chaya Blesofsky of Chabad Iowa City. The article is about the release… Continue reading Remembering the Release of Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn
AT&T Painted Hands Ad Campaign
Activism > Advertising Summary. AT&T recently launched a colorful and creative advertising campaign using painted hands to represent familiar images from various countries around the world where they offer mobile phone and data coverage. A series of these photos is found below. AT&T Painted Hands Photos. Click any image for a larger view. Commentary “Companies… Continue reading AT&T Painted Hands Ad Campaign
Word of Mouse Advertising is Replacing Word of Mouth Advertising
Activism | Technology Summary. Companies and organizations have always depended on word of mouth advertising. With the increase of people using email and online social networks, word of mouth advertising is increasingly being replaced by something referred to as word of mouse advertising. There’s soon to be a book that name. Today, just a click… Continue reading Word of Mouse Advertising is Replacing Word of Mouth Advertising
Dynomighty Design – Creators of Mighty Wallets and Amazing Magnetic Jewelry
Effective Living Summary. The Mighty Wallet by Dynomighty Design of New York City is a product that transcends traditional paradigms of price and quality. Unique products of high quality, innovative design, and impressive durability are often priced high. The Mighty Wallet is inexpensive enough ($15) that after you buy it you’ll still have some money left to… Continue reading Dynomighty Design – Creators of Mighty Wallets and Amazing Magnetic Jewelry
Apple Sells Three Million iPads in 80 Days
Technology > Apple > iPad CUPERTINO, California—June 22, 2010—Apple® today announced that it sold its three millionth iPad™ yesterday, just 80 days after its introduction in the US. iPad is a revolutionary and magical product that allows users to connect with their apps, content and the Internet in a more intimate, intuitive and fun way… Continue reading Apple Sells Three Million iPads in 80 Days
Kesha (Ke$ha) Highly Acclaimed Musician Takes Pop Music to New Level With New Album Animal
Activism | Effective Living > Music Summary. Pop female vocalist, Kesha (Ke$ha), has released her new album, Animal, which has been well received, as evidenced by her millions of viewers and fans on YouTube and Facebook. Animal Review. The airy and angelic vocals of the the title song Animal sound similar to the vocals and instrumental track… Continue reading Kesha (Ke$ha) Highly Acclaimed Musician Takes Pop Music to New Level With New Album Animal
Pepsi Inspirational Music Video One Tribe Featuring Will.i.am
Summary In 2010, Pepsi launched the Pepsi Refresh Project and their Refresh Everything campaign using an inspirational music video featuring the song One Tribe by Will.i.am. The Refresh Everything campaign was established to offer grants to small charities that might not otherwise receive funding. This is an example of how an advertising campaign can be… Continue reading Pepsi Inspirational Music Video One Tribe Featuring Will.i.am