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The Ten Most Annoying Management Terms Of 2011

From Business Insider

We are nearly at the end of 2011 and another year of mayhem behind. We will be judging our 2011 Non-Predictions and trying to dream up some new ones for 2012 in the next fortnight or so but this week we have been able to get some long needed admin done.

The evolution of ‘management speak’ means some phrases die and some survive and flourish. TMM really doesn’t know what determines the success of one term or phrase over another other than, as with the arts, adoption and patronage by the most respected in the field.

TMM hope that this year’s rash of newcomers all die off naturally but we would like to help with a shove into their deserved obscurity. Read more…

 

Finding Your Brand’s “Red Sole”

From Fast Company’s Expert Blog

The ultra-premium shoe designer Christian Louboutin has been making the hearts of fashionistas race for more than 20 years. One of the most sought-after and expensive brands in the world, they are a symbol of design, beauty, and luxury.

They are also incredibly distinctive.

The sole of every single Louboutin shoe is painted bright red. Pantone 187C, to be exact. Every boot, pump, and stiletto is adorned with this brilliant red color. While high-fashion designers routinely copy each other’s ideas, Louboutins have captured the hearts (and wallets) of the luxe crowd around the world because they are unique. Special. Different. Remarkable.  Read More…