"There is no strong performance without a little fascination in the performer." Ralph Waldo Emerson

"America is the only country ever founded on the printed word." Marshall McLuhan

"Far away there in the sunshine are my highest aspirations. I may not reach them, but I can look up and see their beauty, believe in them and try to follow where they lead." Louisa May Alcott

Today's image: Tea by the doll is mine. Great shot. Thanks for sharing.

Brian Solis is one of the bright stars working in the PR trade today. I enjoy reading him...

"Those PR professionals that get it, will understand that much in the same way bloggers have created and earned notoriety and influence, that they too can harness the democratized, Social Web to cultivate an influential platform for which to help businesses generate strategic mindshare and presence. However, it requires an entirely new approach, mindset, commitment, and re-dedication to improving your craft, and with it, the rest of the industry will follow in your footsteps."

Bravos, Brian. Well done. Read Brian's entire post, PR 2.0: PR is Not Dead here.

Congrats & cheers: Radio programming ace Patty Martin, format architect Greg Solk, general manager Jerry Schnacke & all involved on the simply incredible pre-currency performance of WDRV 97.1 The Drive. My sense is these folks just might make Chicago radio history once currency happens. Stay tuned.