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Money, money, money...

The SABC has paid about R42m in thank-you bonuses to SABC staffers, writes Thabo Mokone - and the staff apparently still have their annual 13th cheque coming in December as well.

Not everyone is pleased with the corporation's cash gift, however.

Laurie Sloan discusses the future of communicating in a digital space and reckons mobile technology is significantly changing the way businesses interact with their customers, and to put it simply, engagement is everything.

And finally, Danette Breitenbach reports on the arrival of Consumer Science in SA - Mondelez International has opened a new Sensory Laboratory in South Africa - the first in the EEMEA region.

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Weekly top stories
Hlaudi hands out thank-you bonuses to SABC staffers

Thabo Mokone

The SABC has paid about R42m in "thank you" bonuses to its staff and middle managers - in addition to normal bonuses.

Read more >>

Six things your website should do for you

Chemory Gunko

If there's one thing that B2B marketing has taught me, it's that your marketing collateral is actually one of your most important business tools...

Read more >>

Purge continues at Independent Media

Independent Media has made at least four people in its management ranks redundant over the weekend.

Read more >>


Biz Takeouts
[Biz Takeouts Podcast] 98: Fast Company SA, The Lean Startup methodology and Brad Sugars
On the last Biz Takeouts Marketing and Media Radio show, host Warren Harding chatted to Brad Sugars, Daniel Marcus and Robbie Stammers. [twitterfall] Read more >>


How to succeed with LOW-INCOME consumers

Attend this unique event on 13 August 2014 in CAPE TOWN. Get ground-breaking insights to better understand the realities of LOW-INCOME consumers, how to engage with them and how to succeed in this market! More information,

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Trends
Reap what ye sow

Louise Marsland

A few years ago, international trends forecaster, Li Edelkoort told a Design Indaba audience to "go farming". Read more >>

Marketing
Each day comes with 86,400 seconds. Tick tock.

Issued by Tag 8

Advertising
Joe Public grows in Africa

Issued by Joe Public





Branding
It's all in the logo

Jay Clark

A logo is simply well thought out art to be acknowledged by all who view it. The first impression the majority of consumers experience with a brand is through the logo. Hence it becomes your trademark... Read more >>

Building a brand in Nigeria: a South African marketer's guide

Issued by Yellowwood Future Architects

The power of the influencer within a retail environment

Issued by KnowHow2

Staying relevant and connected with today's digitally enabled consumer

Pete Case, Issued by Gloo

Cinema
Plot for Peace premieres at DIFF
The award-winning documentary, Plot for Peace, will premiere at Durban International Film Festival at 6pm on 23 July 2014 at the Sun Theatre 7, Suncoast Cinecentre, Suncoast Entertainment World... Read more >>

'Advanced Style' documentary premieres at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Cape Town
The hit documentary, 'Advanced Style', will make its premiere at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Cape Town 2014 on 25 July at the Cape Town International Convention Centre from 1-4pm... Read more >>

CRM
The dynamic morning seminar 'The psychology of customer service' in Johannesburg and Cape Town

Issued by Associated Management Services

CSI
1st for Women supports Bikers for Mandela Day 2014: Take action against abuse!

Issued by 1st for Women

Seven tips on how to maximise Mandela Day

Sarah Campbell, Issued by Kaelo Engage

The Havas Village contributes to the community through the Sow Good Project

Issued by Havas Worldwide Johannesburg

Design
[NewsMaker:] Alun Davies

Louise Marsland

Alun Davies is the executive creative director and a partner in Saints Branding after folding his design agency, The Design Collective, into Saints Branding. Read more >>

The Google doodle and other fluid trademarks

Ilse du Plessis

There was an interesting article in a publication called TBO (Trademarks and Brands Online) entitled Fluid Trademarks: Keeping Them Watertight. So what are fluid trademarks? Read more >>

WDC 2014 project gives young artists access, skills to pitch to industry
Open Design Cape Town - highlight of winter
Digital
Augmented reality could rejuvenate print

Diane Charton

As South African newspapers and magazines come under increasing pressure from digital competition, so must they look to digital innovations such as augmented reality to rejuvenate their business models. Read more >>

Amazon turns 20

Lisa Hallgren

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, US: Amazon is 20 years old this month, which is a major milestone for the online marketplace. Read more >>

Prioritising responsive design

Greg Wright

Responsive design isn't as hot a topic as it was earlier in 2013, but its importance for businesses and brands couldn't be more paramount than it is now... Read more >>

New trends reshaping the digital news business

Pierre Cassuto

Gareth Cliff's talk on the future of radio: Exclusive Heavy Chef video release

Issued by World Wide Creative

MySpecial: A one-stop shop for lekker competitions

Issued by Media24 Digital Magazines

The "content" revolution

Francois du Preez, Issued by Grey

The Billentis Report 2014 - The salient points

Michael Wright, Issued by Striata SA

Moving Tactics launches South Africa's first full-service digital activation company

Issued by Moving Tactics

Welcome RayV!

P.P.S. Narayan, Issued by Apurimac

My World Cup of digital

Will Green, Issued by Apurimac

Education & Training
Destiny magazine's annual curated list of South Africa's top-performing public and private schools!

Issued by Ndalo Media

Events & Conferencing
Getaway Travel & Tourism Conference targets successful marketing
A one-day workshop, presented by Dave Duarte, will help SMMEs meet the challenge of marketing their travel and tourism businesses. Read more >>

Times Media acquires the Future Group
African innovation to be showcased at annual Green Building Convention

Issued by Green Building Council of SA

Hat trick for Litha Communications on conferences

Issued by Litha Communications

iShack stimulating start-up culture in Jozi

Issued by iShack Digital Consultancy

The RSVP Agency presents: Email Invitations Benchmarks Report

Issued by The RSVP Agency

Exhibitions
First ever Showbiz expo to bring creative industries together

Issued by C-Major Productions

The final countdown to the 2014 Gauteng Motor Show

Issued by Thebe Reed Exhibitions

Exhibition success: Revive your exhibition marketing strategy (Part 1)

Issued by SSQ Exhibitions

Port Elizabeth Algoa FM HOMEMAKERS Expo 2014

Issued by HOMEMAKERS

Media
Mandela's daughter speaks to CNN's Robyn Curnow
In an exclusive interview with CNN, Nelson Mandela's daughter Maki talks about her father's suffering in the final months of his life... Read more >>

Mobile
The future of communicating in a digital space

Laurie Sloan

Mobile technology is significantly changing the way businesses interact with their customers, and to put it simply, engagement is everything... Read more >>

App offers virtual tour of Stand 47, home of the future
Newspapers
Witness to move to two formats
Online Media
Ethiopian lawyer trying to get bloggers freed
The lawyer for a group of detained Ethiopian bloggers and reporters said he intended filing a civil suit against the country's police for holding them without charge for nearly three months. Read more >>

OOH
Primedia moves into Namibia, first expansion outside SA
The Marketing Kraal: Doing it for Mandela's legacy!

Issued by The Marketing Kraal

Airport ads partners with Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport

Issued by Provantage Media Group

Production
Picture Tree's Wim Steytler Helms moving Metropolitan commercial

Issued by Picture Tree

A rhino, an airport, and the Googenheimerschlotter Hospital

Issued by Global Access

Publishing
Fourth edition of Marketing Communication - An Integrated Approach out now
The fourth edition of 'Marketing Communication - An Integrated Approach' by Dr Ludi Koekemoer, CEO of AAA School of Advertising, is out now... Read more >>

Nadine Gordimer dies
Recruitment
[BizCareers] How to add value to your CV

Juliette Attwell

This week we take a look at how to add value to your CV as well why it is good to ask questions in your interview. Remember that your CV isn't static, you need to try and target it to... Read more >>

Laura Reynolds - CEO of Recruitgroup announced as Standard Bank Top Women Awards finalist

Issued by RecruitGroup

10 steps to your career makeover [Slideshare]

Issued by GetSmarter

Research
Consumer Science lands in SA

Danette Breitenbach

Mondelez International has opened a new Sensory Laboratory in South Africa. Read more >>

Millward Brown Vermeer opens regional office in South Africa

Issued by Millward Brown

A new way of thinking about communication testing

Issued by TNS South Africa

Insights now, may be the key to survival later

Shaughan Schultz, Issued by Interact RDT

Retail
In-store communication speaks louder than words

Kean Hartnady, Issued by Grey

Sales
A salesman that never sleeps: The persuasive power of video

Adrian Burger

In a global marketplace where people are bombarded with a neverending stream of information, how do you ensure the value of your offering stands out and is understood? Read more >>

Accurate databases boost insurance sales

Louise Robinson

Poor spelling cuts sales by 50%
Social Media
Does your social media team know the CPA?

Gareth Cremen

Companies who have client-facing staff either online or offline should ensure that every staff member has a basic working knowledge of the Consumer Protection Act... Read more >>

Call for events submission to Social Media Week Johannesburg
Social Media Week (SMW) Johannesburg, set to take place from 22-26 September 2014, is currently accepting event submissions from interested parties... Read more >>

Identity crisis

Lara Magnus

Sponsorship
Mediamark sponsors MOST Media Agency Legend Award
Mediamark, formerly known as Radmark and Digitalmark, will the sponsor the Legend Award at the 2014 MOST Awards... Read more >>

17th Annual Business Day BASA Awards, partnered by Hollard: Finalists announced

Issued by Business and Arts South Africa

SA agency helps FIFA score with African broadcasters

Issued by Octagon South Africa

TV
Shifting Afrikaans programmes is illegal: FF Plus
Look beyond Motsoeneng in SABC controversy
Telling the story of the charismatic Jacob Zuma

Issued by e.tv

Khanyi probes deeper and wider in the new season

Issued by eKasi+

SA's Got Talent back for a smoking hot season

Issued by e.tv

Youth Marketing
Not in front of the kids
Food companies and restaurants will no longer be able to advertise unhealthy food to children if proposed legislation is passed. Read more >>


International

Facebook tests 'buy' button on some pages
SAN FRANCISCO, USA: Facebook said it is testing a feature that lets users make purchases online by simply pressing an on-screen "Buy" button. Read more >>

Why are investors putting money into Yo?
SAN FRANCISCO, USA: A messaging app that allows users to send the word "Yo" to friends has discovered newfound fame and fortune. Read more >>

Japan's Line messaging app worth $9.8bn ahead of listing
TOKYO, JAPAN: A smartphone messaging app set up in the aftermath of Japan's 2011 quake-tsunami disaster has applied to list on the Tokyo stock exchange, in an offering that could be worth more than $9.8bn. Read more >>

Microsoft closes Xbox Entertainment Studios
E-book subscription deal from Amazon
Google's profit of $3.42bn in three months
What makes the Midas Awards unique
D&AD opens call for entries for 53rd annual Professional Awards
Cameron tweets to twits who lost their jobs
Twitter records smashed in Brazil

More International


Partners

Advertising maven Mike Abel speaks to PR-Net

Government

Operation Phakisa to move SA forward
Through Operation Phakisa government aims to implement its policies and programmes better, faster and more effectively. Read more >>

Dangerous gamble for SA motor industry

David Furlonger

Are foreign automotive investors on the point of losing patience with strike-prone SA? Or will militant trade unionists be proved right in their gamble that multinational motor companies are too deeply embedded in SA to walk away? Read more >>

Nelson Mandela Foundation thanks the world
Trustees and staff of the Nelson Mandela Foundation thanks all who supported the first Mandela Day since Mandela's passing. Read more >>

Madonsela's findings call for proactive response

Kazeka Kuse

In a world where common sense is not so common anymore, our public protector's statements always make sense. Read more >>

Taxpayer must prove that a transaction is exempt

Graeme Palmer

Minister intervenes in Numsa strike
Cwele asks Telkom to share its network with competitors

Paul Vecchiatto

Education needs R137m to fill 502 posts in EC
Minister pledges to create six million work opportunities
SABC: And it just keeps getting worse...
Muthambi stands by Motsoeneng
'Remove Motsoeneng: He's bad news' - Davis
BRICS Development Bank to be based in Shanghai
DA to take Muthambi to court
MPs want answers: Motsoeneng appointment; SABC chair's qualifications
Lessons from the NPA: When the past comes back to haunt you

Jenny Reid


More Government news


Lifestyle

Carstens prevails

Ruth Cooper

Arno Carstens, best known as rock god of iconic SA band Springbok Nude Girls, has recently released his fifth solo album: "Lightning Prevails". We sent him a few questions to find out more. Read more >>

The Queen - fit for a king

Brian Berkman

When you're staying in the land's third oldest hotel you expect to see cracks showing and the plaster crumbling from the walls. Read more >>

Matthew Mole, a microphone, and a majestic church

Ilse van den Berg

What do you get when you put Matthew Mole behind a microphone in a majestic church building with insane acoustics, backed up by members of the Cape Philharmonic Orchestra? Goosebumps. You get goosebumps. Read more >>

Master classes and new work from Jazzart

Debbie Hathway

Gordon Ramsay-trained chef launches at the 7th Floor
At last, a truly sporty Accord

Henrie Geyser: motoring editor

Still tickling the ivories

Eugene Yiga

Local is lekker with Chef Hajierah

Angie White


New accounts

  • DUO wins four new clients - more info
  • Times Media chooses Realmdigital as digital partner - more info
  • Caxton Books choose Snapplify digital publishing - more info
  • Big Bug Books choose Snapplify for eBook distribution - more info
  • Decadent Hair Collection appoints LB Group to host launch event - more info
  • Hard Rock Café appoints Green Robot Design to create brand collateral - more info
  • Green Robot Design to design DJ Naves and DJ Sphectacula brand visual identity - more info

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People on the move

  • FusionDesign appoints integrated communications manager - more info

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Jobs offered

Retail Account Manager - Johannesburg
Promise is searching for a highly competent retail account manager. Read more >>


Junior Recruitment Consultant - Cape Town
Recruitment Consultant (Junior) - Cape Town - basic plus commission. Ad Talent is seeking a junior recruitment consultant to join their busy Cape Town office. Read more >>


Senior Media Strategist - Johannesburg, Cape Town
Senior media strategist sought by top digital agency. Do you have the skills, the know-how? We want you as part of our dynamic team. Read more >>


Senior Media Planner - Johannesburg, Cape Town
Senior media planner required with two to three years of media planning/buying experience essential. Read more >>

Project Manager - Cape Town
Oxford University Press, seeks a talented individual for appointment as a project manager, in the higher education publishing department, based in the Cape Town area. Read more >>

Senior Copywriter Cellular - Johannesburg
Top senior writer for fast moving cellular brand.at leading ad agency. Lots of work - lots of excitement and a sal of up to R 45000 ctc. Read more >>

Client Services Manager - Johannesburg
Mediacore wants to appoint a client services manager to contribute to this growing agency, from client relationships, agency liaison, creating presentations as well as writing proposals and engagement strategies. Read more >>

Creative Director/Design Head Digital - Johannesburg
Creative head digital and traditional (art) for leading company. Sal R60,000 ctc. Traditional and digital exp. Min 12 years exp. Proven leadership of creative teams. Read more >>

PR Account Manager - Johannesburg
Passionate PR account management position available with a company with a vision for a better world. Read more >>

Creative Designer - Cape Town
Looking for an authentic creative designer. The kind you can't fake. Web and print. With experience in everything from banners to super fancy printed foldy things. Read more >>

Managing Editor - Cape Town
Oxford University Press, seeks a talented individual to appoint as managing editor: Mathematics in its Schools Publishing department, based in the Cape Town area. Read more >>

Marketing Manager - Cape Town
Adventure Boot Camp is looking for a mid-level marketing manager who is strategic and meticulously organised! Please only apply if you meet all the minimum requirements. Read more >>

SEO Specialist - Johannesburg
If exceptional SEO skills and demonstrated successes is ranking two qualities you bring to the table, why not apply for Fleet Street Publications newly available SEO specialist position? Apply. Read more >>

Brand Manager - Cape Town
One of Africa's top online brands is looking for a marketing rockstar to become the brand manager of SA's most popular job portal. Read more >>

Junior Account Manager - Cape Town
SA's premiere boutique ad agency is hiring! Join the Rebellion and learn digital advertising from the ground up. Read more >>

Junior to Mid Copywriter - Cape Town
Looking for a new job in digital copy? The Rebellion is hiring! Read more >>

Marketing and Editorial Manager - Johannesburg
International publisher, Fleet Street Publications, is looking for an experienced marketing and editorial manager. With experience in marketing, writing, editing, research and product development, to join their business publishing division. Read more >>

Senior Research Manager - Cape Town
The purpose of this position is to retain and develop the existing client base and, in so doing, deliver on profitability through a highly skilled and motivated team. Read more >>

Junior Graphic Designer - Johannesburg
Digital Publications is looking to employ two junior graphic designers with experience in magazine layout design to join our team. Read more >>

New Business Development Consultant - Johannesburg
Digital marketing consultancy seeks to employ an energetic, bright, confident new business development manager, to generate new business and assist with revenue growth. Read more >>

Digital Copywriter - Cape Town
Itopia is looking for a digital copywriter to join our growing digital agency. Work with us to produce exciting digital products. Read more >>

PA - Marketing and Sales Assistant - Johannesburg
Marketing and sales assist required as a PA to the CEO of a media business producing an marketing tablet/smartphone applications. Read more >>

SEO Specialist - Cape Town
Itopia is looking to hire a search engine optimisation (SEO) specialist with relevant practical experience to work alongside our other digital fanatics. Read more >>

Web Designer - Cape Town
Adlab a specialist ad agency in Tygerwaterfront, Bellville, Cape is seeking to employ junior to mid web designer. Formal training a must. Read more >>

Mid-Weight Interaction Designer - Johannesburg
iProspect is seeking a mid-weight interaction designer to join a new and evolving creative team that will work on top global and local brands. Read more >>




New events to diarise

Showbiz, Entertainment and Arts Expo (SEAexpo) - 9 Sep 2014 to 10 Sep 2014 Johannesburg
The SEAexpo, which is part of the Johannesburg Arts Alive International Festival, will be the very first of its kind for the showbiz, entertainment and arts industry in South Africa. Read more >>


Africa's First Marketing Summit - 15 Oct 2014 to 18 Oct 2014 Victoria Falls
The Africa Marketing Confederation's (AMC) first Summit is expected to be a catalyst in the way African marketers cooperate and collaborate. Read more >>


Internet Marketing Seminar
Book My Seat - 25 Jul 2014 Pretoria

Word of mouth in brand building
Vega School of Brand Leadership - 13 Aug 2014 to 15 Aug 2014 Johannesburg

Brand practice and entrepreneurship
Vega School of Brand Leadership - 19 Aug 2014 to 28 Aug 2014 Johannesburg,Durban,Cape Town

Photoshop basics
Multidimensions - 22 Aug 2014 Johannesburg

Mobile phone photography workshop
Vega School of Brand Leadership - 23 Aug 2014 Johannesburg,Durban,Cape Town,Pretoria

Introduction to desktop publishing and design
Vega School of Brand Leadership - 25 Aug 2014 to 3 Dec 2014 Johannesburg

Portrait photography workshop
Vega School of Brand Leadership - 30 Aug 2014 Johannesburg,Durban,Cape Town,Pretoria

Startup Picnic
TiisetsoMaloma.com - 22 Nov 2014 Johannesburg


Upcoming events

Digital media marketing: AAA School of Advertising - 21 Jul 2014 to 7 Nov 2014 Johannesburg
The AAA school of Advertising have partnered with digital experts, IAB South Africa (formerly known as DMMA) to bring you a well packaged course in digital media marketing Read more >>

Changes to SA Immigration Laws: HR and management - 24 Jul 2014 to 28 Aug 2014 Cape Town,Sandton
South Africa's Immigration Laws have changed causing much debate and confusion. Keep up to date with our seminar. Read more >>

Effective training management & administration
Alusani Skills & Training Network - 21 Jul 2014 to 22 Jul 2014 Johannesburg

Assertive communication skills for women
Alusani Skills & Training Network - 21 Jul 2014 to 22 Jul 2014 Johannesburg

Brand and marketing management
Vega School of Brand Leadership - 21 Jul 2014 to 8 Sep 2014 Johannesburg,Durban

SEO strategy
AAA School of Advertising - 21 Jul 2014 to 25 Aug 2014 Cape Town

Digital media marketing
AAA School of Advertising - 21 Jul 2014 to 1 Nov 2014 Johannesburg


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Ray Kroc
"You're only as good as the people you hire."
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