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Friday, February 25, 2011

OB: Job Rotation for the Head Honchos

This WSJ article discusses job rotation for CEOs, benefits and challenges.

MKTG: Whites, Brightens and Confuses

Why so many different kinds of toothpaste? What type of marketing research or business analysis should a manufacturer use to decide which specific product eliminate? See this article.

Monday, February 21, 2011

The burger breaks tradition in Japan

McDonald’s is – once again -- a prime example of social irresponsibility. Thanks to a new marketing strategy, big burgers are a big hit in Japan. How long will it take before the Japanese develop obesity rates and related illnesses similar to the U.S.? Read this article and watch the related video.

MKTG: Is Facebook more important for the environment than solar panels?

Does Facebook move us behond conspicuous consumption?