According to the Oxford English Dictionary, the definition of philanthropy is “the desire to promote the welfare of others, expressed by the kind donation of money to good causes”. Most people are happy to help their elderly neighbor do some grocery shopping or buy a coffee for a homeless person. Small gestures like this make…Continue Reading ›
Cyberbullying has become a major issue that bothers many parents today. With a growing number of schoolchildren and teens experiencing this problem which are highlighted on social media, they can’t help but fear for the safety of their kids online and even offline. A study by the Cyber Research Center has found that an estimated…Continue Reading ›
There’s no question that social media is a power tool widely used in society today by teens and adults. But because it’s a free tool, it has also been abused by many victimizing a lot of people in the process. Now we have cyber attack cases that include identity theft, hacking, revenge porn and fake…Continue Reading ›
Social media is everywhere. Look around and you’ll lose count of the people you see with their noses buried in phones while the world passes them by. If everyone is hooked on social media it must be a good thing, right? And if it’s a good thing generally, then it must be great for relationships?…Continue Reading ›
In the world of commerce, brand is important. You only need to take a look at some of the big companies to see just how important it is. For example, McDonald’s has worked hard over recent years, to develop a reputation as a healthier place to eat. Given the negative headlines around childhood obesity, it…Continue Reading ›
With social media providing a window into some of the most photogenic destinations to visit, it’s no wonder we allow social media to influence our travel plans. As we follow and admire, captivated by the Wanderlust of social influencers, we also gain some glimpses into the types of lifestyles that could be experienced in different…Continue Reading ›
When Toyota had to recall 2.9 million vehicles because of faulty airbags, the company faced a pretty big problem. It’s still answering to stockholders and making things right. Volkswagen is dealing with a similar problem thanks to its diesel scandal, which is a major recall with massive financial implications. And yet, both brands endure and…Continue Reading ›
While most of us know by this point in time that building an unforgettable brand is the first step in launching any new business, sometimes we take the wrong path for our industry, or our niche within. Are you having a bit of trouble building a brand you’ve worked so hard to define? If you…Continue Reading ›
When we think of smartphone apps, we tend to think of popular games, such as the one featuring the misadventures of a certain animated plumber, or the one that allows you to mine blocks and build shapes while exploring unfamiliar worlds. Smartphone apps are not all fun and games, however. An increasing number of folks…Continue Reading ›
The social media is a powerful communication tool because it allows people from different parts of the world to communicate in real time whether via a simple chat or video call. It also enables users to show each other and the rest of the world what they are doing. The unfortunate part is that this…Continue Reading ›
