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Category: WTF?

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Why I hate “content,” part 2

January 5, 2014kranzcom

Rant. Rave. Repeat. You know the drill.

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Please allow me to expose myself

October 27, 2013kranzcom

If “content is king,” then those of us who actually create content (you know, writers, artists, musicians, etc.) are often nothing but serfs. I am writer, hear me rant. (With a big shot out to Tim Kreider.)

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How to ruin a great tagline

April 24, 2013kranzcom

Look at this abomination of a tagline. It demands Charlton Heston’s fists, pounding the surf: why God, why?

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Which writers get paid?

March 9, 2013kranzcom

Hey hungry writers, stop drinking “whine.” Here’s the scoop about making money…

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Best email opening ever

February 19, 2013kranzcom

Kneel, slave! Gird thy loins. Humble thyself with sackcloth and ashes. You are about to approach The Master…

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The End of Social Media

September 27, 2012kranzcom

Listen to me rant about my morning “surprises” from Spreaker. Or not, if you have something better to do.

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Louis Bellson on the left, King Crimson on the right.

Revealed: Louis Bellson IS the Crimson King

September 3, 2011kranzcom

Surely you recognize this King Crimson cover. But do you know the source of its inspiration? I believe I do…

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Would you welcome a referral from this guy?

“Are you taking on new clients?” Not from you, bub.

May 28, 2011kranzcom

I’m getting spam from Referral Key and I’m not pleased about it. Join me in the ritual venting of the spleen.

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Here, Kitty Kitty: Social Media “Experts”

January 21, 2010kranzcom

What’s in a “social media expert”? Read on for a catty answer.

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Call Centers — The Wasted Brand Opportunity

January 11, 2010kranzcom

When you treat call centers as a waste of precious resources, you waste a critical chance to win the hearts and minds of customers. Consider an alternative that has genuine value for your customers and your business.

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