Must-Have Gifts: A Marketer's Holiday Wish List
Posted by ablack on Dec. 28, 2015 / Subscribe 0
Days are getting cooler, lines at the mall are getting lengthier and decorations are everywhere; it’s officially holiday season. Have you created your wish list yet? If not, it’s high time you set aside a few minutes to jot down some “must-haves” stocking stuffers. Yes, you read correctly…I’m saying that you should TAKE SOME TIME TO FOCUS ON YOU. I know, it’s a crazy idea, but worthy nonetheless!
So why create a wish list? How about the excitement of allowing yourself to see the world of possibilities? Items on your wish list are not necessarily things you need to purchase right away, but they might represent potential investments for future projects…or they could just be awesome ideas to tuck away for whenever you’re ready. Plus, as a marketing professional, you probably have a propensity for staying organized…which means you probably LOVE creating lists anyways. So let’s do this!
The first item on your ‘Must Have Marketing Wish List’ is so innovative that it’s not even available yet. Why put it on your list? I’m keeping you ahead of the game…come on people, stay with me here!
- Nixie - the wearable selfie drone
In a world full of selfies, advanced technology and marketing, it is no wonder that the first wearable, flying camera has been developed. Just think about all the creative footage that you could capture by walking around with this tiny drone on your wrist. Imagine this: You walk onto the jobsite of your company’s current project and it’s even more unique then you realized. Instantly, you want to hire a photographer or climb to the top story and snap a few photos or take a video. But with the Nixie, you can forget about the hassle of hiring someone else or trying to take quality photos with your iPhone. Simply put your device into ‘boomerang mode’ and Nixie soars off your wrist, captures the moment and comes right back! Within seconds, you are able to upload the newest recording of your company’s project and all you had to do was wear a selfie-drone wristband. NICE!
- How to Have Kick-Ass Ideas by Chris Barez-Brown
Usually, I’m not the type of person that goes around telling people about the latest and greatest book. However, I am going to go out on a limb here and make a rare exception in this case…mostly because fun reading is totally different than the serious, boring, “take notes” type of reading. If you want to head into the New Year feeling great, rejuvenated and ready to conquer the world, then READ THIS BOOK. If you are feeling stuck in a rut, uninspired, jaded or perhaps even a little dissatisfied, then this is ALSO the book for you. It’s less than 250 pages, has tons of great images, big fonts, tons of color and some kick-ass content (of course). Major companies like Nike, Johnson & Johnson and Coca-Cola all turned to this book when they needed inspiration. The book includes step-by-step activities, case studies and practical exercises and is sold on Amazon for just $11.01!
The days of emailing a presentation for someone to review or handing over a binder full of paper are OVER…and if you’re still doing it, then you might want to step your game. Stand out to your colleagues AND your clients by carrying a lightweight, pocket projector. One of these mini devices can run for up to two hours on one single charge and even has dual speakers built in. All you have to do is connect to your smartphone, tablet or other media player and present. With this secret weapon up your sleeve, you’ll come across as someone who takes initiative, who comes prepared and who is “at home” in a world of ever-changing technology. Extremely convenient and simple to use, this device creates a “big screen” feel for business presentations, movies, web videos and more and can be purchased for as cheap as $30!
How many smart devices do you have? Okay, stop counting. Most of us carry a smart phone and possibly a tablet at all times…and maybe even a laptop when we travel. So why do so many of us still scribble away in our notebooks? While some people CAN write faster than they type (scary), others might feel that they remember things better if they physically write their notes out. Then again, there are still some of us who just haven’t adapted to the technology yet. But whatever the reason is, stop it. Stop wasting paper, stop wasting the technology at your fingertips, stop wasting your time and stop wasting all that money. Get hip with the times and purchase a jot pro! I suggest this type of smart-device because it accurately “writes” on iPads, iPhones and Androids and is compatible with most Windows products and touchscreen devices. This innovation will expose your inner creativity, allowing you to jot down notes the old fashion way (kind of) and save your “written” work for as long as you want it. Get it online for just $29.99.
Whether you’ve been out of school for a few months or a few decades, you can always learn more. Let’s face it; in today’s environment, you’ve got to constantly develop and increase your skill set if you want to stay relevant. Training through Lynda.com is a leading online learning company that will help you learn business, software, technology and creative skills. Everything from 3D animation to web design and more are just an online membership away. With 4,4105 video courses, expert teachers and a variety of instruction levels, you are bound to learn something new that will benefit your career and stimulate your thinking. Taking outside classes to learn one specific skill or one specific software package can be expensive, time consuming and extremely boring. With Lynda.com, you can decide the pace at which you learn, the price that you are willing to pay and the exact information that you want to dive deeper into.
Whether you’re looking to knock your colleague’s socks off or you’re just in the market for a little extra inspiration, any of the above items are sure to make the grade. Plus, now when people ask you that insanely difficult question at this time of year (“What do you want for the holidays?”), you now have an easy answer. You’re welcome!
About the Blogger: Ashley Black is one of those millennials that everyone can’t stop talking about. She’s motivated, driven and proud to be a new face in the Phoenix A/E/C industry. Ashley loves to write, volunteer and watch her favorite NBA team – the Golden State Warriors. She’s ready to prove everyone wrong about “youngsters in the workplace” and promises to be a marketing professional you won’t soon forget.
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