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Jordan Schooley replied to Tom Vann's discussion The BEST Dealership Web Sites? How do you know which ideas are BEST?"I like your POV on chat is interesting. I've seen dozens of blog posts and webinars on the effectiveness of chat, but I've always thought that if people actually wanted to speak to someone they'd call the dealership or go in.…"
Jordan Schooley commented on Micah Birkholz's blog post What is wrong with OEM Digital Marketing Consulting? This is..."I understand you're not employed any longer, but given your love of the industry, I'm assuming you're going to try to dive back in. I was just trying to give you my perspective having worked on both sides for years. And…"
Micah Birkholz commented on Micah Birkholz's blog post What is wrong with OEM Digital Marketing Consulting? This is..."the thing is Jordan I am not employed any longer... It is not rude comments but actual observation... I have worked with many men and women who both led and worked as OEM hired digital marketing consultants. My post was to shine a light on a very…"
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Tom Vann replied to Tom Vann's discussion The BEST Dealership Web Sites? How do you know which ideas are BEST?"MUCH appreciated, Jason. Rock Solid info!"
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Kia K900 flagship to make advertising debut during Super Bowl
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Kia is already solidifying its advertising plans for the 2014 Super Bowl, targeting a 30-second spot for its new, rear-drive K900 sedan during during the biggest football game of the year. The cost for this half-minute of air time? $4 million.
Of course, Kia is no stranger to advertising during the Super Bowl, with the Space Babies and Hot Bot ads of last year and the Mr. Sandman spot in 2012. But the stakes with the K900, which see the Korean brand attempting emulate its corporate cousin/bitter rival Hyundai, by moving into the rear-drive luxury space, are far, far greater. After all, Kia's previous Super Bowl ads were all for models in established segments - the K900 is an entering a realm the brand has never played in before.
The Super Bowl spot will be the first exposure to the K900 for many potential buyers, and considering that the South Korean brand is targeting conquest sales, according to the report from AdAge, it's important that it makes a good showing on such a large stage. As for the theme of the ad, there isn't much speculation from the execs this early in the game, according to AdAge. Looks like we'll be waiting until February to find out.
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After 11 months soaking up the sun in the tropics, Santa and his elves are back at the North Pole getting ready for Christmas Eve. In addition to making toys, they need to clear the snow off 23 elf homes, candy factories and command centers in Santa’s Village.Santa's jet-skiing all the way to the North Pole from his tropical vacation
To join in the flurry of preparations for Christmas Eve, visit the Village every day through December 24. You'll have the chance to join the elves as they catapult presents and race with reindeer—and you'll be able to send holiday wishes to friends and family from Santa himself. The elves make a little more progress each day, so be sure to stop by the Village to see the latest.
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Meanwhile, a team of Google engineers are working hard to track Santa’s sleigh with the most advanced maps and holiday technology available. On December 24, grab some cookies and apple cider and settle down in front of your computer, phone or TV to follow the big guy across the globe with our Santa Tracker. See where Santa’s going, the number of presents he’s delivered, and what he’s thinking throughout the evening.
Keep up the holiday cheer across all of your screens. Once the elves approve, we’ll launch the Google Santa Tracker app for Android in mid-December. Use your phone for on-the-go flight practice with the elves or cozy up near the fireplace with your tablet to follow Santa around the world as he delivers presents Christmas Eve. If you have Chromecast, cast from the Santa Tracker Android app to explore the Village or track his route right from your TV. Or, worried you’ll forget the big day? Download the Chrome extension to count down to Santa’s takeoff while browsing the web for holiday gifts.
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Be sure to come back to Santa’s Village each day to find new ways to celebrate—and from all of us at Google, happy holidays!
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