Lou Dubois is a Philadelphia-based Social Media Editor for NBC Universal's local news affiliate (WCAU-TV). He is an experienced writer, editor and marketer who has worked with and written about Fortune 500 companies and small businesses, focusing on social media, emerging technologies, small business success, entrepreneurship, sports business and corporate policy.  Previously he worked for Social Media Today, Sports Illustrated, the Associated Press and SOBeFit Magazine, along with various newspapers. @lou_dubois


What a Google+ Brand Page Could Mean for Your Small Business

Google+ is nowhere near as big as Facebook and Twitter... yet. Here's why you should care about its newly released brand pages for businesses.  Read story

4 Things to Consider in Your Mobile Strategy

Deciding whether to build a tablet or smartphone specific site requires an evaluation process, but it could be worth the payoff.  Read story

Deciding Whether Your Business Needs a Mobile App

Mobile applications can be one of the best ways to keep your consumers engaged with your brand as they are on the move. But first you have to decide whether ...  Read story

How to Combine Foursquare and Your Loyalty Program

Tying a traditional loyalty program to social and location-based check-ins can be an easy way for businesses to attract customers and make money. Here’s ho...  Read story

The Social Media Mayor

New media consultant Alex Torpey utilized social media to win the Mayoral Race in his New Jersey town.  Read story

Matt Mickiewicz, Co-founder of 99designs

When business owners want a new logo, website, or graphic design work, it's often an arduous and intimidating process that can involve filtering th...  Read story

5 Business Lessons Learned on the Golf Course

Why relationship building on the golf course may be as important as ever for business networking  Read story

Best Travel Organizing App: TripIt

TripIt continues to lead the pack in organizing travel itineraries. By pulling all o...  Read story

Best Airport Wi-Fi: Logan International Airport, Boston

Looking to finalize that presentation and need to pull in a few additional pictures and stats from the Web? The Massachusetts Port Authority in Jan...  Read story

Best Airport Lounge: Emirates Lounge, John F. Kennedy International

There's nothing understated about the luxury at this gorgeous lounge. Appointed with cream leather chairs, Italian marble counter tops and floors, ...  Read story

Best In-Flight Entertainment: Virgin America RED

They led this category in 2010, and there are still no domestic airlines that come close to Virgin America's seat-back entertainment consoles. Each...  Read story

Best In-Flight Food: Virgin America

Attached to the seat-back entertainment consoles, where you can control your TV options, Virgin America and Virgin Atlantic also have built in an i...  Read story

Best Fax Service: HelloFax

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, the U.S. population consumes more than 4 million tons of paper each year. The average U.S. office...  Read story

Best Low-Cost Videoconferencing: iMeet

Quite simply, iMeet simplifies the videoconferencing world by calling you on your own phone (as opposed to you figuring out complex dial-in details...  Read story

Best In-Flight Wi-Fi: GoGo Inflight

Offering Internet connectivity for laptops, PDAs, and smartphones on nine of the 11 leading American airlines, GoGo Inflight remains the leader in ...  Read story

Best Fare Alert Site: Airfarewatchdog

Rather than relying on algorithms as most other low-cost flight aggregators do, Airfarewa...  Read story

Best Travel Partnership: Westin and New Balance

Packing your workout gear in an already-jam-packed carry-on bag is an easy excuse to not work out while on a business trip. Well, it was . ...  Read story

Most Sustainable Airport: Terminal 2, San Francisco International Airport

As of early April, the state-of-the-art T2 Terminal in San Francisco is the new home of American Airlines and Virgin America. In a $393 million ren...  Read story

Get the Best Airfare Deals

Airfarewatchdog is one of the best websites to filter through the madness and get the best deals on your next business trip.  Read story

How Social Media Has Changed Business Travel

Let's face it: Social networking influences the way we travel, whether on business or for pleasure. Here's how you can make the most of your trip by using th...  Read story

Getting Your Business Organized Using Google

The days of folders and filing are in the past. Here’s why and how to simplify your business life by organizing it in the cloud, using Google products and ...  Read story

7 Leadership Lessons From an NBA Coach

Avery Johnson, coach of the New Jersey Nets, shares his keys to success in management, regardless of your industry.  Read story

How to Change Your Management Style

You've identified that your style of management isn't working, but how do you effectively make the change without hurting your organization?  Read story

How to Become a Social Entrepreneur

Many of us feel the need to serve a greater good in life, but turning a passion into a successful nonprofit takes serious business acumen.  Read story

How to Use Augmented Reality in Advertising

Combining the digital and physical worlds, augmented reality offers brands a unique new opportunity to interact with consumers. Here's why it's worth a shot.  Read story

5 Augmented Reality Campaigns We Love

Augmented reality allows brands to interact with consumers in a new and unique way. Here are five campaigns that got our attention.  View slideshow

Language Learning Goes Social

Boasting nine million members in nearly 200 countries, LiveMocha is capitalizing on an ever-expanding market. CEO Michael Schutzler talks to Inc.com about hi...  Read story

Why Social Influence Matters to Businesses

Eight industry insiders define what social influence means, how to measure it, and why it truly matters.  Read story

7 Blogging Mistakes That Small Businesses Make

Many small businesses have turned to blogging as a way to engage and further connect with customers. But making mistakes in your blog can kill your business....  Read story

3 March Madness Innovations We Love

Small businesses and technologies continue to improve the viewer experience for one of the most lucrative sporting events. Here are three examples.  Read story

What an NFL Lockout Would Mean to Small Businesses

A season without pro football could lead to a loss of profits or, even worse, a need to shut down for small businesses around the nation.  Read story

How to Avoid a Social Media Lawsuit

Businesses are utilizing social media to develop their brand and connect with customers. They often overlook the legal ramifications that could arise. Here's...  Read story

How to Extend Your Laptop's Life

You tote your laptop throughout your daily life and beat it up. But the laptop's portability makes it vulnerable to wear and tear. Here's how to extend the l...  Read story

America’s 10 Most Helpful SBDCs

Here are the centers that stand out as the most active and influential small business development centers across the country—providing exceptional support ...  Read story

A Local SBDC Sharing Resources Nationally

The Idaho Small Business Center at Boise State University created a website for use by businesses locally and nationally.  Read story

An SBDC Helping Businesses With Social Media

The Iowa Western Community College Entrepreneurial & Small Business Development Center teaches small businesses how to engage their customers online.  Read story

An SBDC That Focuses on Cash Flow

To help business owners improve their financial literacy, the Vancouver Small Business Development Center produces a three-day workshop that covers accountin...  Read story

An SBDC That Excels at Leadership Training

The SBDC at Georgia State University has helped hundreds of small business owners become better managers.  Read story

How to Promote Your Consulting Business

There has been a notable increase in professional "consultants." Not surprisingly, consultants that spend no money on marketing and advertising tend to do b...  Read story

How to Best Utilize the New Foursquare for Business

The check-in giant recently relaunched their business page offerings, making it easier for local businesses, retail chains and individual brands to reap the ...  Read story

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