Non-disclosure in the Internet Age is quickly perceived as a breach of trust. Government, corporations and each of us as individuals must recalibrate how we live and share our lives appropriate to the information now available and the expectations of others. Simon Mainwaring agebreachcorporation share on social
The advent of Google+ and the emergence of the personalized web means this is more true than ever. Brands, and their advertising partners, must wake up to this challenge and define themselves with clarity, consistency and authenticity. Otherwise they just might find themselves shouting in a ghost town. Simon Mainwaring adventadvertiseauthenticity share on social
Integrate purpose into your for-profit business model through a long term commitment to a cause that is aligned with your core values and those of your community. Simon Mainwaring alignbusinesscommitment Change image and share on social
Creating a better world requires teamwork, partnerships, and collaboration, as we need an entire army of companies to work together to build a better world within the next few decades. This means corporations must embrace the benefits of cooperating with one another. Simon Mainwaring armybenefitbuild share on social
What today's business reality makes clear is that brands cannot survive in a society that is failing economically, socially, ethically, and morally. Simon Mainwaring brandbusinessclear Change image and share on social
Consumers desiring a better world have already achieved some successes in this regard, helping to transform several industries from the ground up. Simon Mainwaring achieveconsumerdesire Change image and share on social
There's an adage that is an apt description of the new dynamic at work between brands and consumers connected through social media: People support what they help to build. But now that many brands are launching community-driven cause marketing campaigns, the challenge becomes what to do next? Simon Mainwaring adageaptbrand share on social
Brands must become architects of community. Simon Mainwaring architectbrandcommunity Change image and share on social
Corporations often partner with government after natural disasters, as many companies did in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in 2005. As a rule, however, long-term civic/corporate partnerships are still rare .But this need not remain the status quo, as many opportunities are available for such partnerships. Simon Mainwaring aftermathciviccompany share on social
How much do you as a consumer value a positive experience with a brand or its customer service department? How willing are you to share that with your friends? How inclined are you to let that person know that you're interaction with them was positive? Simon Mainwaring brandconsumercustomer share on social