Michael E. Rubin

“Mr. Ambassador” | Marketing Director | Unless otherwise noted, opinions are my own.

[Michael E. Rubin @merubin]

@michaelroston Now, I’ll be REALLY impressed if you are able to insert this line into a future story: “My God, it’s full of stars!” 😉

#spacegeeksunite
#arthurcclarke
#ItsOriginandPurposeATotalMystery

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[Michael E. Rubin @merubin]

@michaelroston I was just about to tweet you and ask to confirm whether or not that was deliberate. Bravo, sir!

I just passed it along to the 33k-strong FB group dedicated to all things related to 2001: A Space Odyssey. I’m sure the reaction will be sheer joy.

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[Michael E. Rubin @merubin]

“If you could read my mind, love,What a tale my thoughts could tell...”

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Happy #OpeningDay2023

Two quotes that summarize the “joy” and the “oy” as a Cubs fan:

“It's a great day for a ball game; let's play two!” - Ernie Banks

“Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue.” — @GeorgeWill

#NextStartsHere

[Michael E. Rubin @merubin]

@1a @odonovanaoife @davidmyaffe I am totally loving the show! I just wish Joni was back on Spotify.

BTW, I ❤️ @odonovanaoife’s version of Case of You, but @kdlang’s version is the definitive cover. Gut wrenching and powerful.

[Michael E. Rubin @merubin]

"I became operational on the 12th of January 1992 in Urbana, Illinois.”

Happy 31st birthday, HAL. #ChatGPT may be all new and shiny, but you’re still the best to me. 🎂

[Michael E. Rubin @merubin]

In 2023, let's normalize hiring people who don't follow a linear career path.

What I can teach:
1. Tools
2. Processes
3. Productivity

What I can't teach:
1. Empathy
2. Patience
3. Humanity

[Michael E. Rubin @merubin]

What a subtle, but powerful, bit of reframing by @SusanDavid_PhD

Instead of saying, “I am X” (angry, sad, jealous, etc.), why not reframe it as “I notice I am feeling X”?

This is #EmotionalAgility. Feel what you’re gonna feel … and then let the feeling pass.

[Michael E. Rubin @merubin]

"Under promise and over deliver."

Sometimes, the best strategy really is the simplest.

[Michael E. Rubin @merubin]

HINT: Blogging never "died." It's been going strong even as folks migrated to FB, TW, etc.

Check out @OohDirectory. You'll find a well-organized directory of blogs. As a marketer, I find it invaluable because blogs still get the best Googlejuice. https://t.co/6oAGKjqbbF

[Michael E. Rubin @merubin]

OG Blogger @jkottke is back after a 7-month sabbatical! Welcome back, amigo!

Jason has been one of my daily reads for years. If you're looking for some truly insightful writing on a variety of different subjects, give Jason your time and attention.

https://t.co/iP0jPmqkC9

[Michael E. Rubin @merubin]

My partner and I made a Christmas ornament at the lovely, delightful @tealcanary art studio. It was a fun way to support a small business on #SmallBusinessSaturday.

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@BeschlossDC I wasn’t born yet. Out of curiosity, was there a particular reason the FL legislature changed it back to Canaveral?

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@evielync Well said. That’s good advice for life, too, and not just social media.

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You ever get the feeling that some people just like to stir up shit and get people riled up? #rhetoricalquestion

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@jasonalba Yes!

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@Ekaterina Therapy. Exorcism. Digital detox.

Perhaps all three will be necessary. 😉

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@davewiner Absolutely damn right.

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@ConversationAge @LinkedIn It certainly feels like it. Not only is it sluggish today, but the "Activity" feed that shows you your posts, comments, and likes isn't working.

[Michael E. Rubin @merubin]

@Vonster The same is true for me. Recent Activity has been moved behind under Resources on my profile and is not actually working.