http://ryanlarosa.com Thu, 12 Aug 2010 18:01:45 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en A few months ago I relocated to New York City from Phoenix. Of course, to make that happen I needed to find a job. But this was an adventure that required much more than "a job." I'm a passionate guy that was hell-bent on finding an opportunity that meshed with ... http://ryanlarosa.com/?p=200 It’s Social Media Day today! A day for marketers everywhere to revel in the industry that made us all experts. I’m so excited that I’m going to carve out an extra hour to read through the same article written a hundred different ways. Can somebody point to the best “Top ... http://ryanlarosa.com/?p=339 Leave it to an artist to put together a great social campaign. "Play me, I'm yours" is officially titled a "touring artwork" and was developed by British artist, Luke Jerram. It's a simple idea. Starting today, 60 pianos will be situated throughout New York City available to be played by any and ... http://ryanlarosa.com/?p=325 The Internet is obviously hugely important in marketing efforts, especially as it relates to social media. Today, a new study emerged citing that online communication continues to grow and influence offline Word of Mouth. At first glance the study does a lot to demonstrate this: "The Intnernet has become more influential than ... http://ryanlarosa.com/?p=319 (This is long and I apologize) At what point do we stop acting like we’re actually doing social media? How about now? It’s not too soon to turn this ship around. I’ve had the priveldge of being involved in this social media thing since the beginning and it’s been mighty interesting to watch ... http://ryanlarosa.com/?p=302 Usually I use this blog to write about cool marketing stuff or a big event happening in my life. Never have I used it to express a political view. I don't mean to start now but there's no doubt my view on Arizona's new immigration law will surface in the ... http://ryanlarosa.com/?p=288 A lot of times those of us in the "Word of Mouth Marketing" business get a little too hung up on the bells and whistles. Sure, social media is great and all of the new technology that sprouts up every day often helps us better communicate. But we too often lose sight ... http://ryanlarosa.com/?p=281 Today is my last day at Park&Co. It snuck up way faster than I anticipated and has definitely given me reason to pause and reflect. As the move to NYC nears I thought I'd take some time to personally thank and recognize a few people who have gotten me to this ... http://ryanlarosa.com/?p=252 They say nice guys finish last and a lot of times I think that’s true. It’s hard to be a nice guy in today’s world, especially in business. Just look at Washington, Wall St. and Main St. I think we’d all agree most of the “nice guys” are on Main ... http://ryanlarosa.com/?p=240 Last weekend I attended the 25th Annual ADDY Awards. It was great to see old friends, interesting to see all the work, and awesome to be there as the president of my company was named the 2010 "Ad Person of the Year." It's an interesting experience and one that makes you ... http://ryanlarosa.com/?p=212