I was asked how many posts that I would write in exchange for a Ford Fusion Hybrid for free. That was an interesting question I hadn’t actually thought about or had a good answer to when asked. I decided I would focus on whatever is the most mutually beneficial. I think the most mutually beneficial would be a real world review about the car at a frequency of once per day for 1 year; … [Read more...]
Day 6- Ford Fusion Quest
December 9, 2011 by
I’m still on my quest to rate every aspect of a Ford Fusion Hybrid in exchange for the car. I think it’d be a mutually beneficial relationship to both parties, and create true buzz around the company. What if there were some sort of campaign based upon what’s going on with the “Drive a Ford” television idea. You’ve probably seen those commercials where they interview “real owners” of … [Read more...]
Moodle as a social tool
December 8, 2011 by
I’ve been using Facebook as a learning tool for a while. I originally started using Facebook as a way to pass on homework, as I wasn’t sure what direction I wanted to go with Facebook. I use a Facebook page for my class, and do not accept friend requests from students. The Facebook page allows me to reach students in their homes. I’ve now started asking “Questions of the Day” to … [Read more...]
Day 5 Great Guys, why a car?
December 8, 2011 by
I really like the Ford Motor Company’s social media representatives. Both Scott Monty and Craig Daitch respond quickly, are super friendly, and pretty logical. I appreciate the fact that they are actively reading my blog and responding when appropriate. As my roommate Ted pointed out, as well as my friend Jon: “Ford can’t give you a car. Because if Ford gives you a free car, every asshole in … [Read more...]
Day 4- The Waiting Game
December 7, 2011 by
Right now I’m playing the waiting game; neither Ford nor Scott Monty has provided any further comments on the reply I provided. I did tweet at Scott Monty, who did verify that he had read the blog post. I’m just hoping to maintain open lines of communication to see if we’re able to work something out. I’ve been asked why I would like a Ford Fusion Hybrid, and the biggest aspect is the … [Read more...]
Day 3- Scott Monty of Ford replies as well as my reply to Scott
December 6, 2011 by
Today has been a busy day; I thought it'd be important to you to see Scott's comment as well as my reply. Without further adieu: Jason, I think that’s a little unfair to say you “haven’t even received a reply” from us yet. It makes it sound as if we’ve ignored you. But you and I had an exchange on Twitter last night:https://twitter.com/#!/search/scottmonty%20jasondefuria As you can imagine, … [Read more...]
USPS could cut Saturday Mail; it doesn’t make sense
December 6, 2011 by
The United States Postal Service has announced that it may cut Saturday mail in an announcement about what is being done to cut the losses that it is enduring. I agree that with the internet around, less people are sending information through the mail. But I think there is a better solution. I just can’t believe that there is talk about getting rid of Saturday service; it just doesn’t … [Read more...]
Ford Fusion Car Quest Day 2: No Results
December 5, 2011 by
It’s been a day since I sent my last tweets out asking the Ford Motor Company if they’d be willing to help me out. It seems as if they are not in the holiday gift giving mood. In fact, I haven’t even received a reply from them yet. I am wondering if other companies would be more receptive, including the two I mentioned yesterday. To refresh your memory, the other two cars I was … [Read more...]
Will Ford give a fan a car?
December 4, 2011 by
I am starting a series on feedback via social media companies, and rating them on their online efforts. It will almost be a report card of sorts of different social media strategies, and how to interact with a previous client or a new customer. I assume that I will have to set up some newer Facebook and Twitter accounts to be able to truly rate some companies. The first task I am … [Read more...]
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