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Are You Leaving Your Blog Half Finished? Tips for Making Sure Your Audience Actually Reads Your Blog
April 22, 2014 | by Greg Surber
The past few years, our recommendation to clients about company blogs has shifted from them being a "nice-to-have" to "no-you-really-need-one." Public relations is becoming more about content creation, and as that happens, blogs are emerging as companies' best way to showcase their thought leadership with well-produced content in a way that other channels like Facebook or LinkedIn don't allow.
But coming up with good content can take a lot of time, so once you hit "Publish" on that blog post, all the hard work is over, right? Hardly. So much work goes into content creation that, once it's completed, we tend to want to turn our thoughts to the next project. And this is where many companies drop the ball. Your content creation strategy cannot just be about creating content. You also have to know how you're going to merchandise it.
Here are some things you should consider with each blog post to make sure the audience you're writing for actually sees your posts:
- Post across your social media accounts: If you do nothing else, you should promote each new blog post on your other social media channels. And because organic reach is nearly dead, you're going to need to put some advertising dollars behind these posts to make sure they're actually reaching people. Also, be sure to optimize each post to its respective social platform.
- Alert your internal staff: A well-written, informative blog post can be a tremendously helpful resource for your client-facing staff, who can forward it along to their contacts that might have an interest in the topic. This not only helps them stay in touch, but it demonstrates to your clients that your organization has a point of view about your industry beyond its own marketing speak.
- Send it to industry news outlets: Most industry publications have only a few editorial staffers and are hungry for good content. If you have a blog post that reflects the tone and content of one of your industry's top news outlets, send it along to their editor. But don't bombard him or her by forwarding every post, so only do this for those with the broadest relevance – and with no specific mention of your company or services.
- Consider other uses: Good content shouldn't exist in a silo. A solid 500-word blog post can be broken up for a series of social media updates, fodder for your next e-newsletter or expanded upon for a presentation at an industry event.
The question "If a tree falls in a forest and no one is around to hear, does it make a sound?" should apply to your blog. If you write great content, but you're not directing people to the page, is it actually great content? Don't let your blog be grounds for a philosophical debate and be sure to follow the tips listed above.0 commentsPosted in: Media Relations | Social Media
Innovator's Dilemma: HodgePodge for Apr. 18
April 18, 2014 | by Tony Scida
Each week I share articles we've read and discussed around the THP offices. We call it the HodgePodge. Today, we have five stories about (or purportedly about) innovation or innovators.
Mashable recounts an epic story of getting their first and doing nothing with it in The Rise and Fall of AIM, the Breakthrough AOL Never Wanted.
The newest Jimmy
When Stephen Colbert takes the reins of CBS' Late Show next year, he'll be the king of a shrinking mountain, says the Onion A.V. Club.
Welcome to Goodburger
Here's how one sketch comedy show revolutionized kids TV.
Smiley-face, frowny-face
Everyone was all excited this week over the possibility of the first emoticon appearing in a poem from 1648. It turns out that's not what it was, but that won't stop you from hearing about it over and over again for the rest of time.
State of the Mark
Frahad Manjoo sits down for a talk with Mark Zuckerberg about innovation and Facebook.
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In Defense of Selfies
April 15, 2014 | by Megan Semmelman
You read that right, I'm defending selfies—and not because I'm a Millennial who takes them often. (In fact, if you go to my Instagram account, you'll find just one.)
Chances are, if you've scrolled through your newsfeed recently, you've happened upon a selfie. The Oxford Dictionary's word of the year for 2013, a selfie is defined as a photograph taken of yourself, typically with a smartphone or webcam and uploaded to a social media website. Kids these days, right?
On that same newsfeed, you'll likely see information on birthdays, family milestones and maybe even a post on a recent dinner. And you'll find some of the tough moments in life on display, posts about divorce, illness or even a death in the family.
We react to this shared news quickly and instinctively, typically by commenting or sharing with our own online community, or just as often by internalizing what we've seen. Our reactions can be positive or, sadly, not nice at all. This article from The Wall Street Journal, Why Are We So Rude Online, describes what we already know too well: we are meaner to each other on the internet than we ever would be in person. We'll leave it to the sociologists to figure out why.
Last week, the reaction to one particular selfie—posted by a victim of the Pittsburgh-area high school stabbings—ranged from supportive to downright cruel. Nate Scimio posted the selfie while still in his hospital gown, his arm bandaged, with a caption that read, "Chillin' at Children's." What Nate's selfie doesn't tell you is that he was the one who pulled the fire alarm in the school that morning, alerting students and faculty to the danger and likely saving many lives.
In less than 24 hours after the stabbings, commentary on Nate's selfie exploded. Many were critical of a seemingly cavalier attitude in the wake of tragedy. You'll find that reaction and others like it in this Washington Post article that summarized the varied responses the selfie drew on social media. Among them was Mel Robbins, a political commentator for CNN, who wrote an opinion piece in support of Nate's decision to post the selfie. To Robbins, the selfie was Nate's way of communicating to his community after a tragedy, of letting his friends know he was okay.
Robbins is exactly right. Selfies have become an efficient communications tool, and Nate's gesture no doubt provided a great deal of comfort to his friends and family who, through one quick post, could see for themselves that he was truly okay. Even so, we should not have to defend Nate's selfie. In the face of a tragedy like this one, or other sudden and devastating events—the shooting at Sandy Hook, the bombings at the Boston Marathon—we must resist the temptation to judge. How people react to tragedy is a complex and personal matter and not the occasion for others to publicly respond with characteristic web-based insensitivity.
We live in world that is quick to comment, quick to judge, and technology has given us the capacity to share those emotions often before we've had a chance to really think them through. So, one week later, kudos to Nate for his reaction on that scary day that perhaps saved many, many lives. Perhaps the best reaction is to be happy that Nate was alive to take that selfie.0 commentsPosted in: Social Media
Spring Into It: HodgePodge for Apr. 11
April 11, 2014 | by Tony Scida
Take a moment between sneezes to read some of the interesting articles we saw this week.
Like if you agree, share if you don't
Facebook recently made changes designed to de-emphasize "like baiting" posts. This is good news for both users and companies.
With the official, final, we're-not-kidding-this-time end of support for Windows XP, Ad Week looks at the story behind perhaps the most famous computer desktop wallpaper photo ever, Microsoft Bliss.
Brazil or bust
Maxim introduces us to the super fans of American soccer: American Outlaws.
A type problem
Whether you know it or not, every day you see type designed and sold by Hoefler & Frere-Jones (like Gotham, used by Obama in his first run for office, or Archer, used in Wes Anderson's latest movie), but the pair have split amid a nasty lawsuit. Businessweek takes a look at their story and reminds us that all good things must eventually end.
Drinking it to the man
Your brand is important, but the story of the gradual fall and hipster-fueled rise of Pabst Blue Ribbon is a good reminder that your brand isn't fully under your control.
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Picking the right social platforms for your company
April 08, 2014 | by Tony Scida
I recently attended an event where one of the speakers made an off-hand remark that implied LinkedIn company pages aren't worthy of our attention or effort. The audience had a good chuckle, but I found the remark strange because Hodges has seen some great results for clients using LinkedIn for sales, recruitment and marketing.
Whether or not LinkedIn is to your taste, responsible marketers owe their clients the best advice they can give, and for some clients, you may find that LinkedIn is a great fit.
Here are a few questions we ask our clients (or ask ourselves about our clients) to help guide the platform decision process.
Who's the audience?
Though there are areas of overlap, the various different platforms have cater best to different populations. Facebook is the biggest player, with the broadest userbase, but it may be harder place to find an audience receptive to your goals.
What's the content?
While visual content performs best across the major platforms, many businesses struggle to generate or find compelling and relevant visual content. Whatever services you pick should work well for the kind of content you can provide.
What's the ultimate goal?
More than anything, your social media program needs to support your marketing goals, and different platforms have different strengths in different areas. A company selling consumer goods to a broad audience will necessarily have a different approach than a consultant looking for business leads.
What's the budget?
Social media was never truly free in the first place, but it's really, really not free now. Facebook has essentially killed organic reach in order to drive ad spending by companies, so you'll have to spend money to reach even the people that already like your page. Twitter, LinkedIn and Pinterest all have ad products as well. If you plan to use a social media platform, you should plan from the beginning to support it with some level of paid promotion.
Ultimately, we should keep in mind that we're investing in an online presence we don't own and that can change drastically with very little notice. It's important to put a program into place that can change with those platforms.0 commentsPosted in: Social Marketing | Social Media
Mostly baseball: HodgePodge for Apr. 4
April 04, 2014 | by Tony Scida
As a firm named after a baseball player and manager, you can imagine that MLB's Opening Day is a pretty big deal around here. In honor of this young baseball season, we've got a few interesting baseball stories plus a couple interesting unrelated items.
Swing away
The story of jazz and baseball, two of America's greatest contributions to the world of disposable time, have some common history. The Smithsonian tells the story through some rare footage of Duke Ellington playing ball.
Striking decisions
MLB umpires will use replay on certain calls, like home runs and force out, but not for calling balls and strikes. This New York Times opinion piece argues technology would do a better job at calling the strike zone.
Game on
Baseball fans take some technology, like stadium lights, for granted, but the story of how lights came to the majors is pretty interesting.
Ready player one
Baseball may be America's pastime, but last year 71 million people watched other people play video games.
About a movie
Here are 21 things you might not have known about Raiders of the Lost Ark.
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Your Opinion Matters
April 01, 2014 | by Sean Ryan
A good opinion is a terrible thing to waste — after all, where else can you claim prime media real estate with 750 or so well-chosen words?
Finding a home for your prose, however, isn't always easy. Space often is tight. Your subject matter might be popular among other aspirants. And news breaks, often making your masterpiece a little less masterful.
Here are a few guidelines to consider when trying to place an opinion piece.
Do Your Homework/Be Realistic
Regular readers of THP's "The Gong Blog" have heard this over and over. In this case, take some time to determine if the piece is better suited for local or regional play or if it's ready for prime time – the answer could be either or both. According to Clay Risen, an opinion editor at The New York Times (and expert on whiskey and bourbon; buy his terrific book here), the Times receives several hundred submissions per day. That's more than 2,000 a week. In other words, the piece will have to really stand out. Bob Rayner, an opinion editor at our local daily, The Richmond Times-Dispatch, said the RTD gets a few dozen pieces aimed directly at its readership, with several hundred more of the email blast variety, which he said never get picked up. Keep in mind that local can lead to national – just a couple weeks ago, a client's opinion in the Times-Dispatch attracted the eye of a freelancer working on a piece for The New York Times and led to an interview.
Make It Stand Out
For starters, the piece should be exclusive (editors normally like 1-3 days to consider a piece, and Rayner encourages follow-ups to let him know when you want to offer the piece elsewhere). It also should be well-written and fit the parameters of the publication you're pitching. If asked for 750-800 words, don't send 2,000 thinking that 1) it's really, really good, all of it or 2) it's up to the editors to cut it down. Think of it this way…it's a great opportunity to control your message (knowing suggested edits still will come from the editors) and make it easier on the editors at the same time. As for the content, Risen advises taking the time to learn the Times' style. "It wouldn't hurt to get one of us on the phone to talk through our approach. I am much more willing to take a call or read a submission from someone who has taken the time to make a personal connection with me." As for Rayner, "We publish exclusive material that is concise, accurate, interesting, well-written and based on facts and clear reasoning. Pretty simple, actually. Rule No. 1: Be original."
Avoid Mistakes
From the editors themselves:
- Rayner at the RTD: Don't confuse me, don't write cute leads. Don't think you are my only option on any topic. And never send me a long email!
- Risen at the Times:
- Not understanding the outlet. We publish a broad range of pieces, but we put a primacy on unique, newsworthy op-eds…we also have a low tolerance for pieces that promote specific projects or products.
- Sending multiple pitches, rather than a single, well-crafted, full article.
- Not personalizing an email. The best way to get my attention is to make it clear that you took the time to write an email specifically to me instead of an impersonal blast.
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Run fast: HodgePodge for Mar. 28
March 28, 2014 | by Tony Scida
Good luck to all 40,000 of you who are running Monument 10k in the rain tomorrow. Here's some things to read while you wait for your wave to start.
Play ball
Here's a story about how NPR producer Theo Balcomb's great-great-great-uncle introduced baseball to Japan.
The Bourne McAfee
USA Today's Jon Swartz went on the road, and on the run, with John McAfee, the eccentric namesake of the anti-virus software, and it is pretty incredible.
What is Jeopardy?
Mental Floss (which is like an erudite BuzzFeed) briefly recounts the history of one of TV's longest-running game shows.
Unique pairing
There aren't many contexts in which it makes sense to mention Disney and Playboy in the same sentence, but author and consultant Dan S. Kennedy does just that in this piece for Entrepreneur.
Drawing lessons
Fast Company talks to ex-Pixar employees about what lessons they've taken with them to subsequent endeavors.
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Collaboration is the New Organic Reach
March 26, 2014 | by Emily Shane
This past week, I digitally attended (aka streamed) The Digital Innovation Summit. The event brought together experts from business and the media who each spoke to how they're driving innovation, both from a technology and social perspective.
The streaming, in and of itself, was kinda interesting and something I personally had never done. We took that approach for several reasons: it allowed other Hodgers to pop in and participate, was very cost effective and it placed minimal burden on my family (which includes 2 kids under 3). During the talk, there was a lot of conversation and questions surrounding measuring the impact of social media, and I'll get into that in a future post. What I'd like to focus on now is the talk given by Jennifer Burnham, Dir. Social Marketing at Salesforce. Hodges had come into contact with Salesforce during its acquisition of Buddy Media, which was a social dashboard that would allow clients to manage its social presence (outbound and inbound content) from one destination.
Salesforce is taking an approach to organic reach that not only validates Hodges approach, but also some of our clients' philosophies. As we all know, the juggernauts of social media — namely Facebook and Twitter — have been commoditized. And with the weight of stockholders on their shoulders, these titans of community have killed organic reach and virality. As a result, brands can no longer expect that their content will be seen be all fans. And more importantly, for businesses who are trying to build a community, it's very unlikely that content will be seen by new eyes, unless there are advertising dollars behind your effort.
During her talk, Jennifer talked about how Salesforce is reaching new audiences through collaboration, and the principals were applicable to any business that is willing to devote time to blogging (I know…it's not for everyone). At Hodges, we practice what we preach by sharing the responsibility of writing a blog among an employee base, which broadens the expertise of the blog (making the content better) and takes the burden off just one or two people. At Salesforce, Jennifer has extended her editorial team beyond Salesforces' large employee base to include customers, industry influencers and even sales prospects for the company.
Here's why that's a winning equation. Salesforce has established large followings on the major platforms. Customers, industry influencers and prospects all represent a unique perspective, which they'd like to share with Salesforce's likeminded community. Salesforce wants relevant content that doesn't cut into their bottom line … and free content from friends does just that.
Obviously guest blogging is not a new concept, but building a blog with the intent to regularly source original content from outside sources reminds me of the traditional media landscape, before "The Facebook." Plus, it solves two barriers businesses typically face when starting a blog — the concern over having enough content and the challenge of organically reaching new audiences — through collaboration. This is certainly not a cure-all for businesses who have no desire to create any content, but Salesforce's approach reshaped my thinking on good content and where that could come from.0 commentsPosted in: Social Marketing | Social Media
Between Two Ferns: Just the Right Place for Pitching Millennials
March 24, 2014 | by Greg Surber
President Obama made headlines the other week by appearing on Zach Galifianakis' Between Two Ferns, a satirical Internet talk show on FunnyOrDie.com where Galifianakis poses aggressive questions and non-sequiturs to his guests — not the typical media appearance for a sitting president.
While it appeared random and mocking at first, the President used the segment to pitch Healthcare.gov. Immediately following, many questioned the President for agreeing to go on the show. Something so irreverent undoubtedly diminishes the Office of the President's reputation, right? Not really.
Ultimately, Obamacare's success hinges on sign-ups of the "young invincibles," 18-29 year olds who have few annual medical needs, and as a result, whose premiums offset the expenses of older, more costly Americans. Any good public relations campaign must identify where the target audience gets their information. Although a news program like 60 Minutes historically might have been the go-to place for a president to state his case, if your audience doesn't watch it, what's the point?
Prior to President Obama's episode, the top three Between Two Ferns episodes had 18, 16 and 14.5 million views, respectively. (For what it's worth, 60 Minutes pulls an average of 12.4 million viewers per week). Why the high numbers — and the fundamental reason why this was such a good move by the Obama administration? The video — both technically and content-wise — is remarkably sharable.
Between Two Ferns is incredibly popular with millennials, and more importantly, it's designed to be shared on social media. Add in such a you've-got-to-be-kidding-me factor like the guy from The Hangover interviewing the President of the United States, and it's no surprise the video appeared virtually everywhere. (The episode currently has 19 million views.)
Healthcare coverage isn't a pressing topic among millennials, and given how politicized the issue has become, it's no wonder why so many of them have tuned it out. So how do you reach a tuned-out, young audience? Comedy. Good satire always has had an amazing ability to cut through the noise surrounding an issue and reframe the public's thinking of it.
So did the gamble payoff? According to a tweet from White House communications advisor, Tara McGuinness, FunnyOrDie.com was the #1 source of referrals to Healthcare.gov last Tuesday. Whether that results in actual sign-ups remains to be seen, but it's a good start.
I can see how more conservative baby boomers might be bewildered that President Obama would go on a mock Internet talk show to hock Healthcare.gov, but frankly given what the Administration's communication goals were, their opinion doesn't matter.
Politicians' success always has been tied to their ability to relate to their constituents, and appearing on Between Two Ferns did just that. Millennials' media habits are significantly different than previous generations, and as they get older and more engaged, the more politicians will have to adapt their messaging to reach them to stay relevant and relatable — even if it means using channels previously believed to be beneath the dignity of the presidency.0 commentsPosted in: Media Relations | Public Relations | Social Media


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11 Transfer Cases That Rock
The transfer case is the heart of the four-wheel-drive system in your rig. Naturally, this means that you want one that offers outstanding function and exceptional dependability. But with an array of transfer cases available, there is a question that begs to be answered. Which have proven themselves to be rugged and durable?
To answer that question, the staff here at Four Wheeler met around the ol' roundtable of discussion (which is actually square) and created a list of our 11 current favorites. Surprisingly, there wasn't much debate because we all chose basically the same units. In this list (which is in no particular order), you'll find some familiar models that are proven performers in the 'wheeling world. You'll also see a few relative newcomers that take transfer-case technology and beef to a whole new level. One thing all of these transfer cases have in common is that we'd bolt any one of them under our rigs. As a matter of fact, some of us have.
Why it's cool: Over 30 years. That's the production span of the Model 18, and that is an incredible lifespan that speaks volumes about its reliability. This cast-iron, offset-drive, geardriven, two-speed 'case is found in '40-'71 Jeep vehicles as well as some International trucks. Our own Tech Editor Sean Holman has this 'case in his '51 Willys.
There are a few versions of the Model 18, with the most desirable being the "large case" version found in '66-'71 vehicles behind the Buick V-6 engine with the T-86 or T-14 transmission. We've seen the Model 18 subjected to more power than it was originally designed for, and for the most part it handles the power without complaint. However, because the Model 18 is a side-drive 'case, the intermediate gear is always under load. The result is that the bearings and intermediate shaft are prone to wear.
How you can get one: These are very hard-to-find units. However, Novak Conversions has had some luck in procuring these units for customers. If you already have one, they offer complete rebuild kits for the Model 18 and they offer a special hardened intermediate shaft that holds up extremely well to wear. High Impact Transmission & Gear also has rebuilt units and rebuild parts. Advance Adapters offers adapters to mount the Model 18 to a variety of manual and automatic transmissions.
Why it's cool: The NP205's ruggedness is truly legendary. An indicator of this is the fact that 16 of the 30 Top Truck Challenge competitors from 2004 to 2006 have had a 205 integrated into their rigs in some fashion.
The 205 is a geardriven unit that has come standard in many Dodge, Ford, GM, and International trucks. It has a low-range ratio of 1.96:1 and an overall length of approximately 14 inches. Be aware that there are many different versions of this unit with a variety of input shaft and bolt pattern configurations. There are also "married" and "divorced" versions. Gobs of aftermarket upgrades are available to make the 205 even better, including twin sticks, a Klune underdrive, and the popular Off Road Design "Doubler," which melds the gearbox section of an NP203 to a complete 205 case to create a 4.0:1 'case. If you're hunting junkyards for a 205, Stephen Watson of ORD notes that it's important to get all of the parts for the unit-even the adapter, as these can run $250-$300 by themselves.
How you can get one: Off Road Design offers a wide range of rebuild kits and parts as well as completely rebuilt 205s with a new 32-spline front output shaft and a fixed-yoke rear output shaft. Vince and the team at 4xHeaven can also set you up with rebuild parts, or they can rebuild your 205 for you.
Why it's cool: One of our editors had a Scout and he swears he couldn't kill its Dana 20, though he unwittingly tried many times. The cast-iron-cased, geardriven, 2.0:1 low-range Dana 20 was found in a variety of vehicles including Jeeps, Chevys, and Fords in addition to the aforementioned IHs. It was a follow-up to the Dana/Spicer 18 and some parts interchanged. Unlike the Dana 18, the 20 had a more direct method of drive in high-range. The Jeep and Scout Dana 20s were the most similar of the bunch.
How you can get one: The folks over at High Impact Transmission & Gear have rebuilt Dana 20s waiting for a home, and they also have a wide range of rebuild parts. 4xHeaven can also help by rebuilding your Dana 20 or by providing rebuild parts.


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With the album The Carpenter, trio hammers out a niche in folk-rock arena
When the Avett Brothers wrote their masterful seventh studio album, 2012's Rick Rubin-produced, Grammy-nominated The Carpenter, they struck a wellspring of creativity.
As it turns out, the North Carolina indie-folk trio, led by biological brothers Scott and Seth Avett and rounded out by nominal brother Bob Crawford, already have a followup on their hands.
"Apparently we do," Scott says with a laugh, on the line from Boulder, Colo., just before making the trip to Winnipeg for their mainstage appearance tonight at the Winnipeg Folk Festival. "It's been gratifying to see it come to life. When we recorded The Carpenter, we had our sights set on something bigger."
Although he's tight-lipped about other details, the new record, which is due out as soon as this fall, is something like a Part 2. "It's definitely a continuation of The Carpenter I would say," Scott says. "If (Bob Dylan's) Desire and Blood on the Tracks are partners, these (albums) certainly are."
And if the new record is anything like its pair of predecessors, it'll do more great things for the Avett Brothers. After slowly and steadily building a following over the better part of a decade, the trio finally got its big break in 2009 with its debut for American Recordings, I and Love and You (also produced by Rubin) -- but it was really The Carpenter that announced the arrival of another major player in the folk-rock scene, on par with peers Mumford and Sons and the Lumineers. Like those acts, the Avetts' brand of bluegrass-tinged folk rock goes down as easy as ice-cold lemonade from a mason jar.
But The Carpenter's success isn't just owed to its shiny hooks, of which there are plenty -- such as the earworm single Live and Die, a song so catchy it netted the guys a Gap commercial.
In addition to being highly accessible, Scott and Seth have a knack for writing about big ideas -- mortality, growing old, parenthood, challenged love -- in a way that truthfully speaks to people. It's easy to recognize yourself in their songs.
"We wrote smaller songs with younger angles before," Scott says. "I don't think we could honestly write about sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll, because that's not what's happening. We try to write in the now. Fatherhood and love -- those are constant sources of inspiration. We work hard to find simple identities or truths, although I don't like to use that word because it undercuts us all the time. It's about cutting through the fog and confusion and finding that simplicity. Complexity becomes wool over our eyes."
That's not to say the Avett Brothers have got this whole life thing figured out, however. "We're just battling through," Scott says with a laugh. "I'd love to say we had it all figured out, but the truth is, we're all lost."
When it comes to success, the band seems to have it all figured out. Not ones to lean on accolades, the Avetts know hard work and consistently demanding better of themselves is what's required to keep growing as players and performers.
"We're guys who want to make work," Scott says simply. "We know we're capable of great things. We've got a good number of guys who are interested in making great things. There's no room for mediocre songs."
To that end, he's grateful for the band's slow, but sure, rise to fame.
"I'm very thankful for that," he says. "It could be no other way than the way it is. If the early work had been more visible, I'd have to live with that on a bigger level. I'm happy we made a lot of embarrassing mistakes in front of fewer people.
"At 24, I wouldn't have known how to be on a bigger stage. I would have abused the opportunity. I'm very fortunate that I went through what other people would consider a failure of a situation.
"You know how people stand on the stage at the Grammys and ask, 'How did I get here?' We never wonder how we got here. We know how we got here."
The Avett Brothers play the mainstage tonight at Birds Hill Park at 8:05 p.m.
Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition July 10, 2013 D1
Updated on Wednesday, July 10, 2013 at 6:17 AM CDT: adds photo, changes headline
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Former Baltimore Ravens center Matt Birk has been named Art Shell's successor as one of the league's two appeals officers. Birk will serve alongside other incumbent appeals officer, Ted Cottrell.
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Maybe, just maybe, if there would have been a little more Capitalism and a little less Socialism these signs and this business would have been able to stand against the recession of the last 4 years. So much hate. Instead of a fair and clean election for Congress this "open primary" stuff have brought out […]Read More →
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good doctor, nice office ,unprofessional accounting
Great people, enjoyed my visit with the doctor, it was quick and simple. The doctor was personable and knew what he was talking about. The aesthetician Kat had some great tips for me during our consult and I can already notice a new glow when I look in the mirror, and at 57 I will take whatever I can get!
The Real Truth - fact not fiction! – BEST EXPERIENCE I'VE HAD AT A DOCTOR'S OFFICE!
Dr. Aspacio & his staff were once again amazing! Everyone is always friendly and the office is spotless. Dr. put me at ease during my recent procedure and everyone acted professional and were very concerned for my well being. I'm so happy we have a wonderful Dr. here in Las Vegas!
This is MY dermatologist! Proud to say it! – I can't express how happy I am with my visits to Dr. Aspacio and the Summerlin Derm team. VERY HAPPY! I have been visiting for Laser hair removal and skin treatment for the past year. My treatments are almost complete and I can brag about how much better my skin looks. The team always treats me like family, and gives me their complete attention when I have questions and concerns. They always follow up with me the day after my treatment to make sure I had no negative reactions or unwanted pain. I am very thankful for the friend who referred this doctor to me last year.
Seeing the negative post below and the DR. they are referring to baffles me. It's disappointing, and dishonest.
I will continue to refer ALL my Friends and Family to Summerlin Dermatology!
Find Another Dermatologist – Dr. Aspacio is the third dermatologist I've seen in the Valley and, in my opinion, offers the worst service.
I went to discuss acne and other options after trying numerous topicals and most recently Accutane. My "consultation fee" was $89 - the most I've paid to see any doctor, let alone a derm. ( He was a preferred provider on my insurance). During the 20 minute consultation, he not only neglected to examine the condition of my acne, but recommended more of the same treatment - more topicals.
Do yourself a favor and check out Dr. Ken Landow or Dr. Woodson (Mrs.). Although my skin conditions were improved after seeing both Landow & Woodson, but not cured, I'd recommend their services over Dr. Aspacio's ANY DAY!
We do not charge a consultation fee. Any fees charged for medical conditions are based soley on your insurance policy. We strive to provide the best service possible and encourage all patients to please e-mail or call our office with any issues or concerns. We are sorry to hear that you were not pleased with the service at Summerlin Dermatology and wish you luck in your search for a Dermatologist that fits your needs.
WORST DOCTOR EVER! – Not only are they rude and aweful, they do whatever they can to make more money. They will screw you and try and sell you up on everything! Terrible people!
I'm sorry that you felt so dissatisfied with your appointment. I have not been able to find your name or email address during a record search, in order to contact you directly. Please give me a call so we can turn your negative experience into a positive one. (702) 243-4501, ext 220. Frank.
MY SEARCH IS OVER!!!! – I have been looking for a good dermatoligst!!! I had my 1st vist with Dr. Aspacio today and was extremely Impressed on how he was able to help me with my skin issues and answer all my questions. As a new patient in a dotor office you usally wait hours, This Dr was actually on time!!! I was in and out in no time.....The dotor actually spent a good amount of time with me, made me feel like a patient and not just a number...As I really battle my acne issues...I was really happy with his staff....
Don't go if you have skin problems – I have been seeing Dr. Aspacio for both cosmetic and skin wellness purposes. Over the course of my visits, I have noticed that the appointments are getting quicker and quicker with less attention to my concerns about my skin problems (acne and skin cancer) and more of a focus on the cosmetic. I am still searching for a derm that will try to get to WHY I am continuing to have acne, not just prescribing dose after dose of antibiotics. I am disappointed, as I was originally impressed with Dr. Aspacio's demeanor and professionalism, but feel that his (as well as apparently every other Derm in town) is only seeing dollar signs in their patients eyes.
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Could former Academy striker Daniel Sturridge be set to make a shock return to City?
The story comes from an unlikely source – The Kenyan Daily Post – but it's worth noting that Roberto Mancini has stated previously he rates the Chelsea striker highly and the player has indicated privately he would love to return to City one day.
If, as it appears, the England forward is surplus to requirements at Stamford Bridge, perhaps one of the shock transfers of the current window is not as far-fetched as it seems?
The KDP write: "Liverpool manager, Brendan Rodgers, has joined Premier League Champions, Manchester City, in the race to secure the signature of unsettled Chelsea striker, Daniel Sturridge.
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Perhaps the problem with Buddhism since thousand of years ago is human are gaining knowledge not awareness .
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Perhaps the problem with Buddhism is human spending too much time in gaining knowledge instead to self exploration .
Perhaps the problem is too may people have too many idea , as in Buddha having idea is wrong .
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One of the most common questions we get from students and parents is: "What does this score mean?"
The SAT is graded on a 2400-point scale, with the Math, Critical Reading, and Writing sections all being worth 800 points each. It is important to remember that the SAT returns scores on a bell-curve. This means that the median score on each section will always be close to 500 (the midpoint between 200 and 800), with a decreasing frequency of scores down to 200 and up to 800.
Your score report also includes percentile rankings. These let you compare your performance against students across the country. For instance, if you ranked in the 90th percentile on the Math section, you did better than 89 percent of other students, while 10 percent fared better than you.
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Keep in mind that not all schools use the Writing section in the same way. Some elite schools that have traditionally required the SAT Writing Subject Test are using the SAT Writing section as a formal piece of the admissions process. Other schools have indicated that they will look at Writing section scores, but that they will not give them much, if any, consideration. These schools are primarily trying to get an understanding of the scores in conjunction with applications. A third group of schools is still on the fence and is waiting for more information to become available before making a decision.
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