New Media Clips

http://www.rankinledger.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080128/NEWS/80128002

It's always a funny feeling to be sitting in the hotel lobby eating dinner and then have guests point out that you're on the television. The television stations in Omaha, NE & Jackson have been really enthused about the Wienermobile. As I mentioned, in this region of the country the media is easier to pitch. Events are always more fun when the media is involved.

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http://www.947jackfm.com//index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=323&Itemid=1

http://www.columbustelegram.com/articles/2008/01/18/news/local/doc478f8ca1913a3411754274.txt

More Thoughts on the South

Having stepped into Mississippi, I somehow set foot into what appears to be another country. I am still working on learning the language. Schools close when it rains. I am referred to as a "Yankee" and the confederate flag seems to be flying everywhere.

I'm "Down South"

I knew that it was going to be a difficult cultural adjustment when I was pulling into Jackson and I called my hotel to get directions. I could not understand a word of what the gentleman at the other end of the line was saying and he could not understand me. Luckily I happened to find the hotel despite the lacking directions or address.

Though the scenery reminds me of the Midwest, it is strangely warmer than a typical January day in Chicago. Apparently the area is experiencing a bit of cold front--it was in the 50s today.

As far as Southern food, I have yet to taste any. The hotel recommended a place called "Cock of the Walk" which apparently serves traditional Southern food.

Nebraska

NEBRASKA: "The Good Life"

As we drove into this deserted area of the country, we were welcomed by the license plate motto stated above. I guess I haven't had any experiences with Nebraska in the past. Right now, however, it seems quite similar to Northern Indiana, Iowa, or Central Illinois. It tends to get cold when standing outside for extended periods of time. Pitching media, however, is much more successful in the midwest.

The next stop is Jackson, Mississsippi via an overnight stop in Missouri.

A Taste of the Midwest

I've officially said "Adios" to California--and the rest of the West. I am quite saddened to leave the gorgeous mountains and breathtaking coast. After a lengthy & complicated flight to Wisconsin (due to weather), I eventually ended up in Madison at our headquarters. Thirty hours later, my luggage arrived in Madison. As always, meetings at Madison are a highlight of this job. Our team shared many stories and experiences from our travels. It is strange to think that the next time we will all travel to Madison will be in June, when we turn the job over to the new class.

As you are aware, I am now on my way down South with my new Co-Worker and new Mobile. Instead of driving directly to the South, we are spending a week in Omaha, Nebraska. Working one day outside reminded me of how cold it really is in the winter out here in the midwest. Also, I have observed that people in the Midwest seem to have drastically different personalities compared to those in the West. For the most part, people in the Midwest are easier to impress and all-around more intrigued by the simple things in life.

New Year, Same Cool Job

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

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I'm back in San Francisco after a week off in Chicago for Christmas. As you have probably noticed on the news, California is receiving torrential downpours. I feel as though we have moved to Seattle! On the positive side, it is a warm rain. Early Monday morning I am going back to Madison for some meetings, and then we will all switch partners and drive to our new regions of the country.