After a year and a half of teaching myself to do balloon art, I bit the bullet and went to clown school! It was a ton of fun, and I am now officially a clown! The problem is that now I have to book some gigs! I have a website, a Twitter account, aFacebook page, and business cards on the way. Still, I don't really know how to market myself effectively. It's a competitive market (NYC) so I'm wondering what I can do to get the word out! [more inside]
posted by iliketolaughalot on Jun 29, 2009 - 10 answers

How to promote my work online. I am an architect. NY and Mexico. I am trying to figure ways to build myself/my work. How to submit your work/name to design blogs, etc. w/out being a jerk? No name here; I'm not using this place for that purpose.
posted by ebesan on Jun 24, 2009 - 6 answers

Recently, my boss promised me a performance bonus that he did not make good on. I need help with how to both deal with and get over this tricky bonus/work situation. [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on Jun 12, 2009 - 11 answers

There have been a lot of shakeups at my work lately, and now they seem to be working themselves out, leaving me with more responsibility. No word yet on more compensation or a title change, so when should I ask for it? [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on Jun 10, 2009 - 3 answers

I got promoted with a raise less than six weeks into the job. I need to know what else to expect, aside from having the standards raised way up. [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on Jun 9, 2009 - 8 answers

What steps can I take to make my meetup group appear legitimate so that membership can continue to grow and improve? This might involve fixing the meetup or building my promotional skills. [more inside]
posted by abdulf on May 24, 2009 - 6 answers

Career Advice - How do you seek a demotion? [more inside]
posted by Dolan on May 12, 2009 - 4 answers

Where can we get our hands on some music videos for use in a non-profit college-style media show? [more inside]
posted by MeetCleaverTheatre on May 1, 2009 - 2 answers

What events should an internet start-up attend in the US and in Europe in order to get know and gain recognition? [more inside]
posted by remcobron on Apr 23, 2009 - 1 answer

How should I approach programming a prize draw? [more inside]
posted by le morte de bea arthur on Apr 22, 2009 - 17 answers

How do I go about inquiring about working for a company who's Director of Communications is on the executive board of the non-profit I currently work for? [more inside]
posted by Lutoslawski on Apr 16, 2009 - 2 answers

I have created a website and software that I would like to promote and market. What are some creative ways to drive more traffic to my website and get people to buy my software? How does one go about getting write-ups in industry trade mags, ezines, and blogs? I am interested in learning more about ethical SEO, PR Campaigns, Affiliates, Guerilla Marketing, etc. If you created a piece of software, how would you get the word out?
posted by jasondigitized on Apr 16, 2009 - 5 answers

How do I politely decline this "promotion"? [more inside]
posted by haplesschild on Apr 2, 2009 - 19 answers

What indie labels should my band pursue? [more inside]
posted by thedaniel on Mar 16, 2009 - 18 answers

From the point of view of a newby promoter, what do I need to know about night club flyers? [more inside]
posted by iivix on Mar 4, 2009 - 7 answers

Having trouble getting promotional traction for new webservice, despite being an avid blog reader, possibly because of split audiences. Any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by UMDirector on Feb 22, 2009 - 19 answers

We have a great opportunity to promote our fledgling video production company with a booth at a large concert. But we're not sure exactly what to do with it. [more inside]
posted by mhp on Feb 20, 2009 - 6 answers

Would you apply for a job you felt underqualified for, even if it meant essentially skipping a step up the promotion ladder? Pros & cons inside. [On preview, wow, it's a day for job application questions!] [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on Feb 16, 2009 - 14 answers

What is a good source of online etiquette for cross-medium self-promotion? I'm thinking someone might be going over the line, but I want something to back me up so it doesn't seem like I'm just overreacting. A member of an e-mail list I subscribe to posts about her/his blogs over frequently, to the point of always posting whenever there is a new entry up. I'm through ignoring it, and more than one person has suggested to him on list that if people wanted to read her/his blog that they'd do it. I'm not sure she/he is getting it. However, I can't really find any good sources for this sort of netiquette - I'm finding things only related to blogs or to e-mail lists, not both. I'd like something to point to if I (or others) choose to reach out to her/him.
posted by anarchivist on Feb 11, 2009 - 7 answers

Help an IT consultant write a business case for promotion. [more inside]
posted by thankyoumuchly on Feb 7, 2009 - 4 answers

Distorted info, implying I'm being dishonest, put online accidentally by totally well-meaning people. Where are the lines in terms of asking for corrections, and if I do what is the etiquette? [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on Feb 2, 2009 - 12 answers

Calling all Mefite book authors (especially nonfiction types): what was the single most effective thing you did to promote sales? [more inside]
posted by gottabefunky on Jan 28, 2009 - 9 answers

I'm looking for some video promotion examples that were done with a "Leave it to Beaver" set in the 50's, Black and white, homey feel to them. [more inside]
posted by johnd101 on Jan 13, 2009 - 3 answers

Grandiose Self Promotion. Is that the way to get ahead in the long term? [more inside]
posted by Spurious on Dec 7, 2008 - 29 answers

Advice for a beginning musician in terms of networking and promotion? [more inside]
posted by wastelands on Nov 5, 2008 - 4 answers

How can I smartly/safely negotiate a substantial promotion and raise? [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on Sep 9, 2008 - 6 answers

PromotionFilter: What's the best way to convince the company that they need to create a new position - and that I'm the person to fill it? [more inside]
posted by relucent on Aug 11, 2008 - 11 answers

After being promoted and receiving a decent raise I've been tasked with hiring my replacement. My new position is managerial so this new employee will report directly to me. While working with the recruiter I just found out that the position has a maximum salary that is larger than my current one. How do I talk to my boss about this without sounding ungrateful? [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on Aug 5, 2008 - 15 answers

What is your one best ethical suggestion for promoting a blog/website? [more inside]
posted by cjorgensen on Jul 7, 2008 - 14 answers

Networking: What are some things to bear in mind when promoting a Windows workgroup to a small domain? [more inside]
posted by chuckdarwin on Jun 27, 2008 - 4 answers

How should I deal with being given a raise, but not given the agreed upon amount? [more inside]
posted by aftermarketradio on Jun 17, 2008 - 22 answers

How do I navigate a possible pending promotion? My manager is leaving. My employer wants to promote from within. I'm "the only candidate for the job" (my manager's words), but I'm worried that I might botch the opportunity. [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on May 6, 2008 - 3 answers

I'm trying to locate a couple of case studies that speak to old school traditional marketing versus the benefits of new media and integrated marketing campaigns ... especially online marketing. Googling has left me wanting, does anyone know of any such case studies available online?
posted by wmeredith on May 1, 2008 - 2 answers

How can I seek out licensing and other royalty-generating opportunities for the titles in my new music publishing company's catalog? [more inside]
posted by saulgoodman on Apr 25, 2008 - 1 answer

How do financial dominatrices make their money? [more inside]
posted by divabat on Apr 23, 2008 - 9 answers

I'm expecting a promotion soon. I want to move to a better office. Should I ask to move now, or wait until my review? [more inside]
posted by acridrabbit on Mar 18, 2008 - 7 answers

How should we make the most of our business trip? Two partners and I are visiting NY next week for a client meeting. (We're normally in London and US West Coast.) We may have a spare couple of days, and I'd like to make those as productive as possible from a networking perspective. Suggestions? (More inside.) [more inside]
posted by diastematic on Mar 18, 2008 - 4 answers

Do I deserve a raise and what should I be asking for? Are there any resources other than salary.com type places that can help me with this decision? I know this is asked all the time but each situation seems different. [more inside]
posted by Anthony84 on Feb 19, 2008 - 9 answers

Is it worth working for a potentially toxic manager and team to take a promotion? [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on Feb 15, 2008 - 22 answers

Should I be happy with my promotion, or am I getting screwed over? [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on Feb 8, 2008 - 14 answers

How do I become a cubicle king and a boardroom baron? How do I become a corporate rockstar? I am in a typical corporate office environment and am wondering why certain people climb the corporate ladder and others do not. What techniques and tactics have you personally applied to move ahead? I am looking for things related to work ethic, communication, self-promotion, appearance, relationships, use of technology, methodology, GTD, etc. Do you send emails late at night to appear to be working late? Do you suck-up to the CEO's personal assistant? Or do you simply work your ass off and get sh*t done? Take me from the mailroom to the boardroom.
posted by jasondigitized on Jan 31, 2008 - 34 answers

I have a book (non-fiction) coming out that combines environmental history with science and food culture. (The book is about bananas; I don't know if I'm allowed to post a link to my Web site, so I'll refrain.) I've been reading about "blog book tours," where authors work with bloggers to provide interviews, excerpts. or just about anything else relevant to a specific blog's audience. So...I'm asking for people's favorite science (specifically natural science), environmental, and food (food culture and eclectic stuff) blogs. Thanks.
posted by soulbarn on Jan 8, 2008 - 18 answers

How can I write a good press release for an entire calendar of events? (As opposed to just a single event) [more inside]
posted by bubukaba on Dec 20, 2007 - 5 answers

For an assignment in college, I need to cough up a sales promotion strategy for a bogus product, complete with a media and planning chart to outline timing and integration. Since the prof has not supplied any chart templates for the class, and I don't have all day to wait for her email reply, where on the internets might I find said chart to coordinate all these activities in a sane manner? [more inside]
posted by survivorman on Dec 5, 2007 - 0 answers

It has become apparent that a friend is extremely past due for a raise. Given the circumstances, what is the best method of approach? [more inside]
posted by tomorama on Nov 29, 2007 - 11 answers

I'm compiling a list of architecture sites/blogs/magazines to promote the architecture firm I'm working for. The firm does idiosyncratic, residential work that is a modern take on generic residential vernacular (their houses look a bit like Atelier Bow-Wow's residential design). What publications and blogs should I get in touch with? [more inside]
posted by serial_consign on Nov 29, 2007 - 7 answers

My job duties are changing rapidly, and I'm taking on tons of new responsibilities, at my boss's request. I'd like to ask for a promotion and/or raise, given the situation but am not sure how to go about it. [more inside]
posted by Stewriffic on Nov 14, 2007 - 9 answers

I'm producing a short Flash piece and am looking for inspiration. Could you point me to examples of good < 1 minute, basic promotions that artfully weave text motion with good music and photography/video? Not looking to get interactive here, just a simple but intriguing, inspiring motion piece.
posted by _sirmissalot_ on Nov 1, 2007 - 6 answers

What's worse, being at a job for too long or not long enough? [more inside]
posted by doppleradar on Oct 9, 2007 - 9 answers

Currently working two jobs and wondering if I should settle for a dead-end job? [more inside]
posted by sperose on Oct 8, 2007 - 7 answers