Firms vs companies - what is the correct terminology?
I have always thought firms are US jargon while SA uses company - but see media and PR using firms more and more - is there any strict rule on this? 13 Feb 2009
New Vodacom radio ad
The new radio ad from Vodacom is totally hillarious. Whoever came up with it is a genius. "Ahh, Vuyo you are making me feel awkward now" hehehe 13 Feb 2009
Difference between Safta winners and Losers
What's the difference between SAFTA winners and losers? 11 Feb 2009
Magazine editing masterclass
For everyone who wants to know how to edit a magazine, properly. 10 Feb 2009
Northwestfm
streaming live 9 Feb 2009
Multichoice EPG
Multichoice EPG is the worst, local channels are neglected and its an insult to local producers, over 1 yr the generations synopsis has not changed. Sis 9 Feb 2009
New Station Manager @ Mpower
Last report I heard was that the previous manager has departed from Mpower in December? 4 Feb 2009
BBA and IMM
I think every institution has its own flosses, there's never a better uni or better private college. Though I think Wits is on top of its game. Vega? I am not too sure I wanted to enrol for a BBA there a few weeks back, but for some reason something held me back.You just need to do a thorough research prior any registration. 3 Feb 2009
How do I submit a freelance query letter?
Is it still considered bad taste to e-mail a query letter, and include the submission? 3 Feb 2009
The power of branding especially during elections
South Africans are a few minutes away from voting for the new democratic government and political parties have since started colouring our streets and villages with posters and everything 3 Feb 2009
Why are freelance journalists treated shabbily?
Some media houses (publications) have a habit of treating freelance writers as though they are beggars. When commissioned to do an article they you give a deadline, which as we all know is cast in stone. Yet when it comes to paying up, they keep procrastinating and bombard you with a mountain of excuses. Is this fair? 30 Jan 2009
Nedbank's Billboard Ad
Does anyone know what the Nedbank billboard ad "A bank isn't a bank isn't a bank" actually mean? 29 Jan 2009
Kaya FM has lost the plot
The Kaya listener profile needs revisiting, cos the current content does little to speak to him/her.(espaecially that breakfast show 29 Jan 2009
Nandos 'Shares" Ad
I dont understand it...are the shares out, or is the food the shares? Can sum1 please decode! 28 Jan 2009
Boring...boring...boring, that's SABC 2 GOSPEL TIMES with Dr Rebecca "Halleluya-Welcome back" Malope
Can somebody save our virgin eyes,ears and intellectual wisdom of the ongoing biased and boring show production SABC 2 GOSPEL TIMES that grace our screens every Sunday evening. 28 Jan 2009
Put a hat on it and call it an ism.
Is it just me, or has anyone else noticed how Trend Reports these days are nothing more than a collection of neologisms and bet-hedging? 23 Jan 2009
What do you think of online magazines?
Since we are cutting costs and everything is moving online ... what are your views about online magazines? 20 Jan 2009
Y mag
What has happened to the Mag? What is happening to the Y Brand, some serious intervention is needed here. When Dirk Hartford was in charge Y was on its way to becoming a super premium Brand now... 19 Jan 2009
Attention marketers and researchers
Is there a specific course training on research software application, particularly SPSS? 19 Jan 2009
Metro FM's The Avenua
Iyooo bathong... I can't stand Unathi. I don't understand her role in the programme. 14 Jan 2009
When will the SABC learn?
In times when talent is all around the national broadcaster still fails in its mandate to also deliver and train talent. 13 Jan 2009
South African Sitcoms - The Coconuts
Why are South African sitcoms always so over the top and stupid?! 13 Jan 2009
Adult Drama, Public Speaking and Presentation Workshop - Cape Town!
Drama is a wonderful platform to build your confidence, develop public speaking skills, learn new and creative techniques of self-expression and meet new people. 12 Jan 2009
INTERNSHIP OR EXPERIENTIAL TRAINING
I will be currently registered for 3rd year in BSS (Management & Communication Studies) at the University of KwaZulu Natal (Howard) Durban, and I feel that my qualification would be suitable for the position regarding Marketing or Communications and advertising. If there is a chance that you might offer me an experiential training, it will help me to prepare for the work environment. 10 Jan 2009
