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Ted Rubin
It’s Time to Re-Elevate This Time Honored Practice… THINKING
In today's fast-paced culture, the simple act of focused thinking has become not only uncommon, but often frowned upon. Daydreaming has been replaced by endless scrolling on smartphones, and the workplace is now associated with non-stop activity, and execution,...
Treasure the Moments…
Treasure the moments... Memories keep the ones you love close to your heart, today and forever. #TheDadWhoWillAlwaysLove 💞 I LOVED being a secret reader years ago for my daughter Niki’s class. Great story, the teacher was giving clues each day, the first was “he works...
Effective Leadership: Inspiring and Influencing Others
A genuine leader has the ability to inspire and influence others. People naturally gravitate towards leaders who lead by example, rather than just preach. It's crucial for individuals in leadership roles to be mindful of their actions and the impact they have on those...
The Power of Social Insurance and Social Cred: Creating Unbreakable Bonds and Trust
This quote has taken on some special meaning for me many times in my life… “Call it a clan, call it a network, call it a tribe, call it a family. Whatever you call it, whoever you are, you need one.” ~Jane Howard WE ALL NEED ONE… and Return on Relationship is there...
Brand Equity Destruction via Anti-Consumer Practices
I agree 100% David Berkowitz (@dberkowitz), thank you for sharing this THREAD David. Not only is this flagrantly anti-consumer (and in some markets, illegal), it’s tactics like these that not only go against the permission ethos, but because brands will usually see an...
Evergreen Trading… a Group of Professionals Based Upon the “Character of People.”
https://youtube.com/shorts/afrdC7yzMek?si=9YOkMN43b5oWjSjr - Evergreen Trading… a group of professionals based upon the “character of people.” ~Sean Moran #mediainvestment #mediatrade #mediastrategy #riskinnovation… #mediasolutions Companies need to step beyond...
TRIBALISM AND CURIOUSITY
Most here watched and enjoyed Ted Lasso, and there were so many worthwhile messages… my personal favorite was CURIOSITY. And then I discovered the quote below from Rabbi Sharon Brous which really hit home for me. So important for for us all. I am Jewish, liberal, AND...
SMILE… It’s Contageous
VIDEO ⬇️⬇️⬇️ Inspired by Evergreen Trading Jonathan Watson's LinkedIn post... #ActionsSpeakLouder FIND THE GOOD, PUT PEOPLE...
How Things Change in Our Careers and Our Lives
VIDEO ⬇️⬇️⬇️ How Things Change in Our Careers and Our Lives, and the Importance of Relationships... via Brand Innovators #BILivecast Brand Innovators: Enjoy this inspiring #BILivecast from our Future of Retail & Commerce Tentpole event, featuring these powerful...
Return on Relationship With Yourself
The older I get and the more experiences I have and relationships I develop, the more convinced I am that each individual’s purpose in life is to draw their own map. Throw out the recipe book, the paint-by-numbers kit, and anything anyone ever told you about who or...
Empower and Inspire Employee and Consumer Communication and Conversation
Conversation is the art of exchanging ideas, thoughts, and emotions through spoken or written words. It is the heart of human communication, the means by which we share knowledge, build relationships, and foster understanding. Unlike static content, which is one-sided...
The Power of Listening: Building Stronger Relationships Through Productive Discourse
"Argue as if you are right, BUT listen as if you are wrong" ~Greg Lukianoff… and be willing to change your mind or adjust your opinion. (me) In today's world, in any world, the ability to engage in productive discourse and actively listen to others is crucial as we...
How Brands Can Refocus Beyond Risk Mitigation to “Risk Innovation”
WATCH VIDEO HERE ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://youtu.be/uj01-R_AzDA How Brands Can Refocus Beyond Risk Mitigation to "Risk Innovation" I have interviewed a number of the business development team at Evergreen Trading, and this time had the opportunity to chat with Jenifer Herrmann,...
This Short Story Is How It All Started for Me in Marketing
https://youtube.com/shorts/vbSvUyCcJho?si=bC2ZprjO-ta8OmZk This clip is a part of this longer conversation with the inimitable William Harris on his Up Arrow Podcast... https://tedrubin.com/leveraging-return-on-relationship-to-boost-brand-reputation-video/ I like to...
Communicate the Way “They” Want to Communicate Versus Your Preference
https://youtu.be/JDDAi6jlsXg?si=V5iOzpibQBT2kNuR Ted Rubin and William Harris discuss communicating the way "they" want to communicate versus your preference. If "you" want to sell "me" something, or induce me to communicate with you, it’s your job to follow up with...
Seize the Day: Why 2024 Should Be a Year of Embracing the Present
The time is now. Not next year, or six months from now, or at the conclusion of a five-year plan 🤦🏻♂️. Success won't come with the next marketing conference, the new social channel around the corner, or the next piece of “game-changing” tech that's just waiting to be...
Find Points of Emotional Connection by Looking People in the Eye Digitally
https://youtube.com/shorts/qdcSyn_QaEg?si=-L9-0fMZkilwyT39 Ted Rubin and William Harris discuss Looking People in the Eye Digitally 🧐, and finding points of emotional connection… In our digitally connected age, the ability to look people in the eye takes on a...
As We Light our Candles for the 8th and Final Night…
“As we light our candles, I find myself wondering about what the real miracle of Chanukah might be. Perhaps it’s that the message of Chanukah still resonates two millennia later. It’s true, the story of the holiday centers on the strength of the Maccabees to fight...
What’s Email vs “ME-mail”?
https://youtube.com/shorts/dRhur5Q3J88?si=xqAXUiYrj_CeSNyx Ted Rubin and William Harris discuss, What's Email vs "ME-mail"... Ted describes his concept of "ME-mail" to William and how much more valuable it is to the consumer and therefore the brand. Make it about...
Don’t Think Twice… Exceptional Service Will Set You Apart
Providing exceptional service is a key factor in setting yourself apart today and always... for you business and personal brands. Whether you're running a business, working in customer service, pursuing a career in any field... going above and beyond expectations can...
Attitude, Perspective, Mindset… It’s Up To You
You might know me as a positive guy if you have read, listened to, or watched my stuff over the years. I strive to be that way, especially when I’m interacting with others, but it’s never been an automatic thing for me when evaluating myself. In my younger days –...
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Leveraging Return on Relationship To Boost Brand Reputation [video]
⬇️⬇️⬇️ VIDEO ⬇️⬇️⬇️ Ted Rubin is a social marketing strategist, international speaker, business advisor, and author. Known for his ability to make personal connections with people, Ted popularized the term Return on Relationship™ (ROR) — proposing authentic...
Listen to Him ✡️…
⬇️ WATCH HERE ⬇️ Post by @alon_shalgal1 View on Threads ⬇️ WATCH BELOW (click on the link) ⬇️ Senior HAMAS Commander: WE WILL NEVER STOP THE FIGHT... VIDEO ➡️ v12044gd0000cl21lsfog65l1tk143qg ⬅️ VIDEO
Marketing the Israeli 🇮🇱 and Jewish ✡️ Cause is Critical Now, and Vital for the Future
Sadly HAMAS and their allies, and yes that includes many Palestinians (misled perhaps, but supportive nonetheless), have incredibly effectively played the long game with media, social media, PR and marketing, and what is happening now around the world is the...
“I Stand With Israel”… PLEASE READ the Entire Post ✡️
So everyone seeing this truly understands, this is NOT just about Israel and Jews… HAMAS, Iran, and Hezbollah feel the same way about Americans. Let’s be clear about this! … THEY WANT US ALL DEAD! Not moved, not “peace,” not sharing… DEAD! - SO, the ARAB...
Bold Journey Magazine Interview… Meet Ted Rubin
We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Ted Rubin. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Ted below. Ted, thanks so much for taking the time to share your insights and lessons with us today. We’re particularly interested in hearing...
Content that Sparks Conversation
In an era dominated by social media, viral videos, and flashy graphics, it's easy to overlook the profound power of a simple conversation. Yet, as human beings, our ability to engage in meaningful dialogue is perhaps our most potent tool for connection, understanding,...
Author and Creator of #ROR (#RonR) on Liftoff with Jeanniey Walden
WATCH VIDEO HERE ⬇️ Ted Rubin creator of #ROR (#RonR) and author of “Return on Relationship” joins us in studio to talk about the importance of networking! As Ted himself says... "A Network gives you Reach but a Community gives you Power!" In this episode we dive into...
Let’s Instill Kindness, Grit, and Learning
I think the most important value you can instill in your children and employees is 'kindness,' the most valuable personality trait to be encouraged is 'grit,' and the most advantageous attribute to be taught is 'always be open to learning.' KINDNESS is the most...
Rosh Hashanah… A Time for Reflection and Hope
Rosh Hashanah (Hebrew: רֹאשׁ הַשָּׁנָה), literally meaning the “beginning (also head) of the year” is The Jewish New Year. It marks the beginning of the year, according to the teachings of Judaism, clearly a time for reflection and hope. And now “hope” for a better...