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How to Save the Media
May 05, 2008 Times are tough for the media industry. Could better sales incentives be the answer?
Sales IQ: Bigger Carrots, but Fewer
May 05, 2008 Despite falling budgets, Incentive's latest research shows spending on awards is up.
Big Bully in the Workplace
May 05, 2008 Workplace bullying is a big problem, and incentives might be part of the solution.
Make a Second-Half Rally
May 05, 2008 Here's how incentive experts say firms can adjust their programs to get the most out of 2008.
EDITOR'S NOTE
Editor's Note: Solutions for Tough Times
May 05, 2008 You don't have to read the latest headlines to know that there is a recession going on.
Editor's Note: Pharma A to Z
April 07, 2008 A few years ago I wrote a story on incentives in the pharmaceutical industry for a pharmaceutical trade magazine. For the most part, the companies didn't mind me writing about their incentive programs—as long as I didn't mention the company name.


LAUNCH
People on the Move
May 05, 2008 Leading prepaid incentive provider American Express Incentive Services (AEIS) appointed Matt Harris vice president of marketing earlier this year.
Extrajudicial Motivation
May 05, 2008 Waterboarding may not be torture, according to some, but does that make it a good motivational tactic?
The Show's the Thing
May 05, 2008 Trade shows were as much a topic of discussion as the economy at the IMRA Conference in March
HR's Promotion
April 07, 2008 Human resource departments are gaining a central position in many companies' overall business strategies, according to a new white paper by the Economist Intelligence Unit, and members of the incentive and recognition industry agree.


TRAVEL
Notes from the Runway
May 06, 2008 American Express Business Travel has released its annual look at the cost of U.S. corporate travel.
"Down Under" Comes Up
May 06, 2008 Tourism Australia has partnered with St. Louis.
Puerto Rico's Cool Modernism and Hot Latin Flair
May 05, 2008 The Condado neighborhood, renewed with its "South Beach Style" makeover, is just one of the reasons to give Puerto Rico a second look.
Three Takes On Classic Mexican Destinations
May 05, 2008 Three writers from Incentive recently visited properties in Cancun and Los Cabos, Mexico's major incentive destinations.


MERCHANDISE
Looking at Leather
May 05, 2008 Leather designers are responding to business and lifestyle changes with a new generation of products.
Forget Cash, Show Me the High-End Goods
May 05, 2008 Sony's Jimmy Beyer discusses the power of high-end merchandise.
Who Has Time to Cook? Use Gift Cards Instead
May 05, 2008 Dining/restaurant cards have been the most popular category in the Incentive Gift Card IQ survey for the last two years running.
An Out-of-Card Experience for Amazon
May 05, 2008 As an exclusively online retailer, Amazon.com has never been anchored to the same physical forms that store-based retailers are, and now that's true even of gift cards.


PLAYBOOK
The ROI of R&R
May 05, 2008 How do you measure the value of a travel incentive if the goal is reduced turnover?
Good for the Ear: Universal Buzz Helps U.S. Cellular Rock Out
April 07, 2008 To celebrate its 21st birthday, U.S. Cellular, the sixth largest wireless carrier in the nation, wasn't sure exactly what it wanted to do, but it had a very specific idea of what it wanted to accomplish.


BACKTALK
Last Word: The Wimp's Two Faces
May 05, 2008 Attend another meeting, fill out another form, then attend another meeting. These are the demands of The Wimp, a boss that speaks weakly and hides behind a big bureaucratic stick. This month Stanley Bing explains why you should watch out for this species of crazy boss.
Off the Cuff: Lisa Hedley
April 07, 2008 What drives this spa creative director? Find out in Incentive's exclusive Q&A.


Online News & Features
Shopper Research Goes 360°
May 16, 2008 PMA to reveal how shoppers' attitudes and behaviors are affected by the economy, green marketing and more.
Cisco Defines Sales Incentives
May 15, 2008 RewardStream Inc., a loyalty marketing technology company, recently announce that Cisco Systems has launched its Distributor Rewards Program (DRP) on RewardStream's Lifecycle Marketing Platform (LMP).
Chartered Waters: Sea Stats
May 15, 2008 Looking to charter a cruise for your incentive winners? Camper & Nicholsons International's Yacthing Index lists all the stats you'll need to know about the yachting industry, from ship sizes to popular destinations.
Momentum Builds for Middle East, Gulf and North Africa
May 14, 2008 Research reveals Dubai, Egypt and Morocco as top destinations
Signature Services Launched
May 14, 2008 The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts launch new programs for guests
A Sweet Surprise from Cherries Divine
May 14, 2008 Gourmet gift company Cherries Divine delivers a collection of delicious treats.
Carlson Teams Win 15 Hermes Creative Awards
May 13, 2008 Carlson Marketing, Carlson Corporate and Carlson Restaurants are recognized for their creativity.
Travel Insider: Does One-Size-Fits-All Travel Really Fit All?
May 13, 2008 How can you guarantee a stellar program that suits your company's goals and satisfies your travelers?
Advertising: Holiday Inn Sees New In With Business Travelers
May 12, 2008 Holiday Inn is going after road warriors with a $10 million campaign touting free high-speed Internet and other perks.
Culture Shift: The Ultimate Hiring Blunder
May 12, 2008 Hint: It has nothing to do with hiring candidates with the wrong qualifications or experience.
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