30- somethings, half decent looking woman on 4th street and 9th avenue

So today is the third day I’ve seen (and heard) the same woman yelling at the top of her lungs at someone on the other end of her cell phone. And, I’ve past her at the same time all three mornings, at precisely the same location – heading south on 4th street under the 9th avenue bridge.

The first time I passed her, while she was practically ripping the unfortunate recipients ear off with slander, I was mildly appalled at the situation. Sure, here is a 30- somethings, half decent looking professional, obviously angry at something this poor sap did. I believe her exact comments this first time were: “… and why exactly is it my fault you’re a complete fucking idiot.” Interesting.

The second time caught me completely of guard. I actually had to think quite carefully at the situation and whether I had simply dreamt the previous occurrence, or that I was loosing it altogether; I wasn’t quite sure. But here she was, same 30- somethings, half decent looking professional woman, absolutely reeling at someone on the other end of he cell phone…. “You’ve got to be Fucking kidding me,” I believe were her words this time. And in fact, it didn’t make me perturbed at the situation so much as it made me, unapologetically, laugh out loud. Truth be told, I actually began to wonder if there was something mentally wrong with this woman. Either that, or her co-worker, employee, heck husband for that matter, is just a complete idiot and deserves what they’re getting via cell phone reception.

Today, exactly one day after the second encounter guess who I run into? Right, same 30- somethings, half decent looking woman, only this time she has the cell phone held away from her ear and is profusely loud-speakering directly into the mouthpiece. Now, I was only about 20 metres away from her at this point but I could see full well who it was, and I could most certainly hear the F-bombs flowing out of her like fireworks on Canada Day. Again, I laughed at the most undbelievable karma that have brought me and this woman together, three times now, along 4th street and under the 9th avenue bridge. I wonder when I’ll run into her next?

Cheers,
D.

What I learned today…

So I’m the lead on a very important project at work and, being that I’m only on my fourth week at my new job, I have lots of questions. For instance, when a client’s RFP states that they’d like to use a content management system (CMS), does that restrict the creativity of the agency when designing a web site? Apparently, no it doesn’t.

First thing I learned from asking this question is that there are really two reasons why a client would want to use a CSM: To manipulate and have the ability to integrate a back end database with a dynamic web site; or to occasionally change text and images.

Secondly, the creative barriers are those only of the agency itself. That is, whether developing a Flash site or an HTML site, the agency can accomplish the creative goals they want by incorporating both types of platforms and making sure that they are easily integrated, and consequently editable, for full performance. Easier said than done? Perhaps, but I guess that’s why we get paid the big bucks (yeah, right). I’ll let you know how it goes.

Cheers,
D

Cafe Artigiano to come to Calgary

You’ve heard it, Cafe Artigiano will be arriving in the booming metropolis of Calgary early January, 2008. Ugly coffee experiences will no longer plague the Calgary coffee scene. The choice for a decent brew and fabulous latte will not be limited to the very few select vendors out there. Because we all know that there are three types of coffee houses in Calgary right now: The lackluster cyber-cafe; the ma and pa owned corner store/oriental/western food cafe; and of course, Starbucks. What was sorely missing was the uniquely traditional coffee house with Italian flair; one that is know for the quality and care that goes into making a beverage worth drinking.

Cafe Artigiano is a Vancouver based coffee chain that first opened its doors in January 2000. Since then its become a staple to the Vancouver coffee shop scene and a must-see for visitors. I remember the first time I stepped foot into the bustling coffee infused cafe and immediately fell in love with not only the best latte I’ve ever had in my life, but with the warmth, character, and experience it provides coffee lovers like me!

Look for it in the Centrium Building in Calgary: sixth avenue and third street SW. In fact, I’m sure I’ll run into you there one day.

Cheers,
D.

It’s me and I’m back!

Well it’s been a little while since I last wrote about life, me, jobs, and, more importantly, marketing and advertising. But I’m back and (hopefully) at it again. THIS time though, I’m writing not as a client but as an account planner on the agency side of things! That’s right, I’ve made it. I’m in. And I plan on sharing everything with you.

So, here it is, a blog about going from here to there in the world of marketing, advertising, design, and everything else related… which, you will see, can be quite diverting.

And without further adieu, enjoy.

Cheers,
D.