JCOM 2160 reading response 2

-All about resumes-. I found all of these articles very informative. There are so many different ways to create a resume and one can get so much advise. It's hard to know who is right. 1. I really liked how simple Shannon Paul's post was. I had never thought about using the body of an Email to introduce yourself and your intentions in that much depth. That's a really good idea. 2. The wikihow post was also very informative. Those 6 simple points are self explanatory, very succinct and clear. I especially like the part that says to not focus on resonsibilities but on achievements. People want the bottom line. 3. Thanks for the links Shane! Those will come in very handy.

JCOM 2160 reading 1 response

1. As I read through the core rules of netiquette I didn't feel like I learned more than I already know. I guess the same things that fall inder proper netiquette are the same things that fall under proper etiquette. The whole basis is putting others first and basically being a decent human being. 2. I thought the dog comics were pretty funny though. That's why I'll never understand online only romances. You have no clue who you are talking to. 3. The conversational terrorism link was very clever and creative. That must have taken a long time to come up with. It's a work of art. I especially liked The Delay Tactics. 4. The Email etiquette was much like the netiquette. It seemed really obvious to me. Maybe that's just me though.--Overall, good reads. The education aspect was lacking but the hunor and wit made up for it.

Press Release 4

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March, 4 2010
Toyota Motor Co.
Akio Toyoda, President
4-18, Koraku 1-chome
Bunkyo, Tokyo Prefecture
Japan


Toyota President, Akio Toyoda says he is "personally leading the effort to restore trust in Toyota's word and in our products."


Akio Toyoda, President of Toyota Motor Co. said the company will have to return to its roots of "building the highest quality, safest and most reliable automobiles in the world" in order to repair the company's public image.

Recently Toyota Motor Co. has ordered production of eight models in five plants across North America temporarily stopped so that they could focus on fixing customers' vehicles that might be affected by sticking accelerator pedals.

Toyoda apologized and said he was "Deeply disappointed." Toyota also said that the past few weeks is evidence that Toyota has not lived up to its high standard set over 70-plus years.

"While problems with our cars have been rare over the years, the issues that Toyota is addressing today are by far the most serious we have ever faced," Toyota said.

Toyoda is most concerned about the customer, " The company has always put the needs of our customers first and made the constant improvement of our vehicles a top priority," Toyoda said, "That is why 80 percent of all Toyotas sold in the United States over the past 20 years are still on the road today."

Toyoda called the 172,000 American Toyota employees "among the best" in the industry and said they are "working around the clock" to repair damaged vehicles. Toyota is also working hand-in-hand with the US Transportation Secretary and Toyoda has ordered a "top to bottom review of all company operations."

Toyoda pledged his personal commitment to ensuring customer satisfaction and "The Toyota Way."

"Great companies learn from their mistakes, and we know that we have to win back the trust of our customers by adhering to the very values on which that trust was first built, Toyoda said, "You have my commitment that Toyota will revitalize the simple but powerful principle that has guided us for 50 years: Toyota will build the highest-quality, safest and most reliable automobiles in the world."

CONTACT

Gabe Hampton
Toyota Public Relations Executive
patriotgabe@hotmail.com
(435) 987-6543

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Media Pitch Draft

To: Charles McCollum, Managing Editor, The Herald Journal
Subject: Cache Valley Area Investors Association

Dear Charles McCollum,

The purpose of this communication is to inform you of a group in the valley dedicated to boosting the Cache Valley economy through wise investment strategy and collaborative effort. As a spokesperson for the group I ask you to consider the following.

The group, Cache Valley Area Investment Association (CVAIA) meets every other Thursday in the Cache County Chamber of Commerce to listen to guest speakers and discuss wise investment philosophies. The concepts and practices discussed come from books such as "Rich Dad, Poor Dad" and "The Wealthy Barber." CVAIA was founded by Preston Parker, a professor at USU, and currently has 15 members.

As a local journalist looking for local stories with economic impact, I urge you to spotlight the CVAIA in an upcoming issue of The Herald Journal. This action would be mutually beneficial as it would promote the CVAIA and increase readership in an influential demographic.

For more detailed information on the CVAIA please refer to the group's website, www.cvaia.com or contact me directly.

Sincerely,

Gabe Hampton
Public Relations Professional
(435) 766-8765
patriotgabe@hotmail.com

Press Release 3 Final

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 4, 2010
Cache Valley Area Investors Association (CVAIA)
Preston Parker, Founder
preston@cvaia.com
Logan, Utah

Cache Valley has a new education option for potential investors.

Cache Valley Area Investors Association (CVAIA) offers financial advice for valley investors.

LOGAN, Utah - Cache Valley Area Investors Association was founded by Preston Parker with the purpose to educate potential Cache Valley investors on both the financial and personal benefits of passive income.

Preston Parker, Utah State University professor and CVAIA founder said the proper mindset and approach to investing will not only lead to financial success but will ultimately lead to a higher quality of life.

"People should be able to spend their time doing something they love, not just a job that provides an income," Parker said.

CVAIA teaches intelligent investing by studying books like"Rich Dad, Poor Dad," "The Wealthy Barber," "The Millionaire Next Door," "Atlas Shrugged," "The Automatic Millionaire," and "The Secret." CVAIA now has 15 members and approximately 100 Facebook fans. The group meets every other Thursday in the conference room of the Cache County Chamber of Commerce conference room. The next meeting will be held March, 10 2007 at 7 PM. The meeting will feature guest speaker Alena Johnson discussing new consumer credit laws.

CVAIA was founded by Preston Parker in August, 2007 and Benjamin Waldon is the Public Relations Director. For more information email join@cvaia.com

CONTACT:
Gabe Hampton
patriotgabe@hotmail.com
(435)665-9876

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Feb 17, 2010
James E. Muellenbach III CEO, Burger Planet
Burger Planet Inc.
435 Greasy Spoon Ave.
Gary, IN 23214

Burger Planet to offer new menu choices.

Burger Planet hires Jayne Petersen to promote new healthier menu options.

Gary, Ind. - In an effort to continue their trend of promoting a healthy life style and intensify awareness of the importance of healthy eating, Burger Planet has hired fitness guru Jane Petersen to be their new spokesperson. Petersen will introduce the several new healthy additions to the Burger Planet menu.

"The company believes in encouraging customers to live healthier, active lifestyles," Petersen said, "I have spent my life trying to teach women that lesson."

Petersen, who is known for her work on "The Opal Whitcomb Show" says her philosophy is one of moderation.

"“Women can have a burger and fries now and then as long as they are active and also try some of Burger Planet´s exciting new menu choices, such as the fruit packages.”

Burger Planet, the Quick Service Restaurant industry leader, has added several healthy choices in the last year. These new choices include salads, fruits and white meat chicken.

James E. Muellenbach III, CEO of Burger Planet says he is excited for the addition of Peteresen and says he believes the fitness guru and Burger Planet have similar goals.

"I want our customers to realize that Burger Planet is committed to offering healthy choices on its menu. The hiring of Jayne Petersen fits perfectly in the company's overall focus on healthy lifestyles," Muellenbach III said.

Burger Planet:
Burger Planet was founded by James E. Muellenbach in 1934. The company currently employs 48,272 and has served over 52 billion customers.

For additional information contact:
Gabe Hampton
patriotgabe@hotmail.com
435-665-9876

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