Big plans for the holiday weekend? One last call for the Red Cross Blood Drive scheduled for Wednesday, September 4, between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. here at Professional Litho. It is easy to sign up onlineand use sponsor code 0176251. As far as questions and social media, we’re looking at trivia, creative heroes, brands, and what is on tap for September.
8-13 Creative has written, edited, and designed hundreds of books for children. So, we’re full of fun trivia like the fact that today in history the 19th Amendment became part of the U.S. Constitution. Do you vote?
If not, you should reconsider. Voting results in a sense of personal power and even improves your health. Beyond that, there are still women in Afghanistan and other parts of the world being denied the right to vote.
Margaret Bourke-White was the first staff photographer for Fortune magazine in the 1930s and she shot the first cover for LIFE magazine. This is the anniversary of her death. She continues to inspire photographers and other creatives today. Who are your creative heroes?
Margaret Bourke-White was a woman of many firsts — and as she began her career, photojournalism was just developing. Her camera turned her into a storyteller and a pioneer. “Nothing attracts me like a closed door,” she said. “I cannot let my camera rest until I have pried it open.” In Portrait of Myself, she wrote this about her work: “The very secret of life for me, I believed was to maintain in the midst of rushing events an inner tranquility.”
Do you drink Brad’s Drink? Or do you prefer Eagle Drug’s concoction? Both grew because of advertising into two of the most recognizable brands in the world.
Some people enjoy Pepsi-Cola (aka Brad’s Drink). But, in 2012, Coca-Cola was listed as number one of Interbrand’s Top 10 Global Brands. And, as a company that helps other companies develop branding plans, we pay attention and learn from the greats. They say part of the key to Coca-Cola’s success is the combo of head and heart, love and value.
What’s on tap for September?
There are some naysayers when it comes to strategic planning. But, others rely on keys to success including limiting the number of goals and setting a time frame.
An invitation: You can let us know your viewpoint — here, on Facebook, or on Twitter — Monday through Thursday, we pose questions ranging from lighter fare to industry-focused topics. Every Friday we look back at the week. If you are on Twitter, we are @ProLitho — please follow us, and join the discussion about this week’s #4Qs. We’d also love to have you check us out at Facebook and LinkedIn.