Comments on: Twenty-Eight Days Turns Black History Into Black Progress http://www.blackweb20.com/2009/02/19/twenty-eight-days-turns-black-history-into-black-progress/ The premier destination for African-American’s in Technology and New Media Mon, 13 Feb 2012 18:10:41 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: AT&T 28 Days Showcases Today’s Black History Makers | Black Web 2.0 http://www.blackweb20.com/2009/02/19/twenty-eight-days-turns-black-history-into-black-progress/comment-page-1/#comment-44972 AT&T 28 Days Showcases Today’s Black History Makers | Black Web 2.0 Mon, 31 Jan 2011 15:38:33 +0000 http://www.blackweb20.com/?p=2770#comment-44972 [...] past history makers and a look at new innovators through a free exclusive speaker series. AT&T created 28 Days in 2009 to highlight Black History Month as more than a reflection of the past, but as a time to focus on [...] [...] past history makers and a look at new innovators through a free exclusive speaker series. AT&T created 28 Days in 2009 to highlight Black History Month as more than a reflection of the past, but as a time to focus on [...]

]]> By: Ra J from Detroit. http://www.blackweb20.com/2009/02/19/twenty-eight-days-turns-black-history-into-black-progress/comment-page-1/#comment-34487 Ra J from Detroit. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:43:43 +0000 http://www.blackweb20.com/?p=2770#comment-34487 Today was the first day that I was made aware of the concept. I could not wait to log on to see what it was all about. I felt that this was a positive motivator. Isnt this what its all about. MOTIVATION>If it inspires one was it worth it.? Today was the first day that I was made aware of the concept. I could not wait to log on to see what it was all about. I felt that this was a positive motivator. Isnt this what its all about. MOTIVATION>If it inspires one was it worth it.?

]]> By: tyoosaki http://www.blackweb20.com/2009/02/19/twenty-eight-days-turns-black-history-into-black-progress/comment-page-1/#comment-33948 tyoosaki Thu, 26 Feb 2009 06:15:03 +0000 http://www.blackweb20.com/?p=2770#comment-33948 It's really sad that a company that has the name "2.0" in it, would be so negative about a campaign that is at least taking a step towards progression. Going beyond the common run of the mill Black History Month campaigns. So much for 2.0 It's really sad that a company that has the name “2.0″ in it, would be so negative about a campaign that is at least taking a step towards progression. Going beyond the common run of the mill Black History Month campaigns. So much for 2.0

]]> By: tyoosaki http://www.blackweb20.com/2009/02/19/twenty-eight-days-turns-black-history-into-black-progress/comment-page-1/#comment-29627 tyoosaki Thu, 26 Feb 2009 01:15:03 +0000 http://www.blackweb20.com/?p=2770#comment-29627 It's really sad that a company that has the name "2.0" in it, would be so negative about a campaign that is at least taking a step towards progression. Going beyond the common run of the mill Black History Month campaigns. So much for 2.0 It's really sad that a company that has the name “2.0″ in it, would be so negative about a campaign that is at least taking a step towards progression. Going beyond the common run of the mill Black History Month campaigns. So much for 2.0

]]> By: Jameila B. http://www.blackweb20.com/2009/02/19/twenty-eight-days-turns-black-history-into-black-progress/comment-page-1/#comment-29611 Jameila B. Tue, 24 Feb 2009 18:31:05 +0000 http://www.blackweb20.com/?p=2770#comment-29611 Here Here! It is great to see that both companies understand the value of Black History Month and community. The postings and gifts of inspiration are ideal in a time of change and positivity in our country and community. Not sure about all of the negativity, but maybe people should focus on the good that companies are doing, with all of the struggles our economy we should salute positive efforts in advertising. Here Here! It is great to see that both companies understand the value of Black History Month and community. The postings and gifts of inspiration are ideal in a time of change and positivity in our country and community. Not sure about all of the negativity, but maybe people should focus on the good that companies are doing, with all of the struggles our economy we should salute positive efforts in advertising.

]]> By: David Wardy http://www.blackweb20.com/2009/02/19/twenty-eight-days-turns-black-history-into-black-progress/comment-page-1/#comment-29608 David Wardy Tue, 24 Feb 2009 18:07:47 +0000 http://www.blackweb20.com/?p=2770#comment-29608 I believe anything that is aimed to inspire, motivate, empower individuals to make better for themselves and others is POSITIVE. The only FAIL I recognize is the failure to understand that if this is a time for CHANGE...then let the change begin by appreciating efforts that make an effort to do something that encourages continual progress! My thought is when others choose to speak negatively or be negative it is as good as doing nothing....and my thanks goes out to both AT&T and Sanders/Wingo for taking the time to do something; in a time we could use some ENCOURAGEMENT to do a little bit of GOOD :) I believe anything that is aimed to inspire, motivate, empower individuals to make better for themselves and others is POSITIVE. The only FAIL I recognize is the failure to understand that if this is a time for CHANGE…then let the change begin by appreciating efforts that make an effort to do something that encourages continual progress! My thought is when others choose to speak negatively or be negative it is as good as doing nothing….and my thanks goes out to both AT&T and Sanders/Wingo for taking the time to do something; in a time we could use some ENCOURAGEMENT to do a little bit of GOOD :)

]]> By: Angela Benton http://www.blackweb20.com/2009/02/19/twenty-eight-days-turns-black-history-into-black-progress/comment-page-1/#comment-29424 Angela Benton Thu, 19 Feb 2009 16:47:16 +0000 http://www.blackweb20.com/?p=2770#comment-29424 Yup! I mean I didn't even get into how it was marketed (or not), take a look at the fan's of the page as well...not many influencers there, the effort probably wasn't even put into it to reach out to any one about it.<br><br>I'd hate for use to get caught up in if something is good or not just because a company tried to get in where they fit in for Black History Month. This effort is an all around FAIL for AT&T and Sanders/Wingo and really reflects on how Multi-cultural ad agencies don't really get social media and how if can work for their clients. <br><br>Imma get off my soapbox now, lol ;) Yup! I mean I didn't even get into how it was marketed (or not), take a look at the fan's of the page as well…not many influencers there, the effort probably wasn't even put into it to reach out to any one about it.

I'd hate for use to get caught up in if something is good or not just because a company tried to get in where they fit in for Black History Month. This effort is an all around FAIL for AT&T and Sanders/Wingo and really reflects on how Multi-cultural ad agencies don't really get social media and how if can work for their clients.

Imma get off my soapbox now, lol ;)

]]> By: Rahsheen http://www.blackweb20.com/2009/02/19/twenty-eight-days-turns-black-history-into-black-progress/comment-page-1/#comment-29422 Rahsheen Thu, 19 Feb 2009 16:20:55 +0000 http://www.blackweb20.com/?p=2770#comment-29422 Actually, I agree. I like the concept, but there are definitely some red flags and, when you look closer, things are kind of thrown together. Actually, I agree. I like the concept, but there are definitely some red flags and, when you look closer, things are kind of thrown together.

]]> By: Angela Benton http://www.blackweb20.com/2009/02/19/twenty-eight-days-turns-black-history-into-black-progress/comment-page-1/#comment-29421 Angela Benton Thu, 19 Feb 2009 16:10:52 +0000 http://www.blackweb20.com/?p=2770#comment-29421 I like the concept behind the campaign but to be honest and frank I don't like the effort. I feel like it is something last min. an agency put together to act like they could play in the social media game. Shame on AT&T for not seeing this themselves also. I would have rather seen a Facebook App versus a Facebook Fan Page....let me repeat it is a FAN PAGE not a microsite. I also think the campaign should not be limited to Facebook. Sander/Wingo might want to consider stepping their game up or sticking to their area of expertise as listed on their website. I like the concept behind the campaign but to be honest and frank I don't like the effort. I feel like it is something last min. an agency put together to act like they could play in the social media game. Shame on AT&T for not seeing this themselves also. I would have rather seen a Facebook App versus a Facebook Fan Page….let me repeat it is a FAN PAGE not a microsite. I also think the campaign should not be limited to Facebook. Sander/Wingo might want to consider stepping their game up or sticking to their area of expertise as listed on their website.

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