Opening Thoughts for 2009

2009, by all accounts, is going to be a difficult year. But you don’t have to let it get to you. Here are a few thoughts to get the year started:

You will have to work hard this year. So will everybody else.

The work isn’t just going to come to you. You’re going to have to get creative to get it. The work is out there, if you’re willing to go find it.

Every once in a while you’re going to get kicked in the teeth. Kick back.

You have options. You always have options.

It’s not as bad as the media makes it out to be.

And above all else, remember this: Every once in a while you just need to stop, take a deep breath, and relax.

Happy New Year

Well, the book is closed on 2008, and the first pages of 2009 are already being written.

To the readers of the Idaho Ad Agencies blog, whether you’re a frequent or casual visitor, thank you for your contributions throughout the past year.

No matter how you look at it, 2009 looks to be a wild one. Let’s have a little fun along the way.

A new site for Blue 541

Our friends at Blue 541 in Coeur d’Alene have updated their agency website. It’s a nice showcase of their previous work, as well as their interactive capabilities.

Oh yeah, and they’ve got a cat too.

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Headline Roundup for December 30th

2009 Will Be Year Of Comfort Food, Cocktails – via MediaPost

Internet Tops Newspapers As News Source, Still Lags TV – via MediaPost

Why Local Sports May Pay Off for Marketers – via Ad Age

TV Retains Marketing Dollars in Hard Times – via The New York Times

Media Jobs? Depressing – via Ad Age

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Broken Barker Bash


The Broken Barker Bash, which was originally scheduled back in November, has officially been rescheduled, and by all accounts is proceeding as planned.

From the organizers at Wirestone:

You’re invited to a fantastic celebration of life!

Jeff Barker, a dear friend, gifted designer, and all-around great guy, was involved in a near-fatal motorcycle accident on October 2, 2008. Please join Wirestone and friends as we toast Jeff’s new lease on life with a great night of music, a silent auction and tons of fun.

Details about the event are as follows:

Date: Friday, January 23rd, 2009
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: The Linen Building, 1402 W. Grove St, Boise, ID
Cost: $10

For tickets or more information, call Brie at Wirestone: 208-343-2868.

Tickets can also be ordered online.

The music begins at 8:00, featuring performances by:
Bill Coffey & Ned Evett
Travis Ward & Hillfolk Noir
Soft Gong
DJs from the Vinyl Preservation Society

All proceeds from the Broken Barker Bash and silent auction will help to pay Jeff’s medical and recovery expenses.

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