Friday, November 22, 2013

Nokia Can't Take the Heat: Opts to Sell Out

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Nokia was once the king of portable phones, being the largest mobile phone company in the world. Then, what happened? The smartphone. It left their mobile devices with a feeling of antiquity. While they still sell other products, such as home phones and networking equipment, mobile phones were how they stayed in the limelight as a household name. The possible buyout from Microsoft might be the key to recovering their image, but what could they have done differently in the PR department to stay relevant on their own?

Commercially, there are a few factors that caused Nokia to fall off the pop culture radar. Their electronics, design-wise, always had a very dated feel to them, unlike the sleek appearance of modern phones like the iPhone and Galaxy. When those phones first arrived on the market, Nokia's brand was already established, but the company seemed unable to shed that old phone image. Thus, try as they may, it was inevitable they would fail.

Those silver, grey and black colors of Nokia's phones did categorize the ‘90s and early 2000s, but the company struggled to adapt as technology grew beyond their products. They have recently tried to change their image by designing decent smartphones, but their new models haven't added enough to distinguish themselves from the pack. That outdated image of theirs really followed them through the years.

Nokia could have used a more innovative phone redesign, but they also needed to change their appearance. How? Through advertising on social media sites. Go for a more aggressive marketing campaign by targeting younger demographics who’d be more likely to use mobile phones. With the right tactics, Nokia could have stripped away its old image and adopted a better, more modern, identity.

A company like Nokia should have used the services of a top-rated online reputation management company like Centel Media™. We deal with all things online, from social media support to the suppression of negative criticism from sources such as articles, images, videos, and reviews. We can even provide ways for your company to rebrand itself by designing websites, creating press releases, and optimizing Google AdWords. Hopefully Nokia can improve after their expected deal with Microsoft, but don't let your company fall to Nokia’s lows before taking action. If you’re without the right online approach, call on Centel Media™ to secure your online reputation management strategies.




Jonathan Wong,
Creative Writer,

Matthew Shaffer,
Editor-in-Chief,


Wednesday, November 20, 2013

Toronto Mayor Rob Ford: An Honest Role Model?

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The outspoken and embattled mayor of Toronto has certainly grabbed headlines around the globe. Rob Ford prides himself on his honesty and refuses to step down no matter what he confesses to. He feels the voters of Toronto should decide whether or not he leaves office when they vote next year.

The city council does not agree. For some odd reason, they don’t like videos of their drunk mayor going viral. They don’t like his admission of smoking crack cocaine last year during a different drunken episode. And, they haven’t seemed to be fond of reports that he bought illegal drugs while in office. But, as the council scrambles to divest Ford of his powers, he’s stood by his promise that he will not take a leave of absence.

Yesterday the allegations against the mayor reached a new level as he was accused of sexual impropriety. This infuriated him, causing an epithet-laden tirade that stunned reporters. Yet another apology followed. His explanation? “When you attack my integrity as a husband and a father, I see red.”

Despite his confessed actions and suspicions of greater wrongs not yet uncovered, Ford has his share of fans. In an era when politicians often try to portray themselves as patriotic, family oriented, and trustworthy, only later to be debunked by scandal, Ford’s honesty has a refreshing ring. In most of his interviews he talks about staying in office to serve the people, and he genuinely seems to mean it.

But how far can a political leader go before his mistakes become too much? It raises an interesting question of conscience for voters. What mistakes are unforgivable? Shady financial dealings? Drug use? Alcoholism? Extramarital affairs? Or is everything okay provided when caught, the politician apologizes profusely and appears repentant?
Right now the public can’t seem to get enough of Rob Ford and his out of control behavior. Monday it was announced that Rob and his brother Doug would now host a TV show. Maybe crime does pay.

At Centel Media™, we know the Rob Fords of this world are rare, but everyone has a reputation to consider. Your competition may be trying to smear yours with innuendo or outright untruth. Our team can monitor your online presence to make sure that you are accurately and positively portrayed. We can monitor your online reputation and suppress negative online articles, videos and reviews. Don’t be caught unaware or unready for whatever media coverage might come your way. Let us help you.


Chris McEachern,
Creative Writer,

Matthew Shaffer,
Editor-in-Chief,


Monday, November 18, 2013

NSA Compromises Cisco's Future

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Recent stumbles by the U.S. government (the federal shutdown, Snowden's disclosure of the NSA's spying program, the slow pace of Obamacare) has made people understandably worried about the direction the country is heading. Most of these topics are highly debatable, but we often overlook the repercussions these events have on organizations that aren’t directly involved. Not all actions have immediate consequences, and knowing how to deal with these problems as they come is a large part of running a successful business or nonprofit.

One company that knows the ramifications of government influence is Cisco, responsible for the creation and manufacturing of communications equipment. Many items off their catalog are used by the United States government, and because of the NSA disclosure, products, such as their phones, are not selling well this quarter, mainly because foreign markets are putting less trust in their equipment out of fear that the NSA may be spying on them as well. Thanks to the shutdown, much of the business sector has been cutting back on purchases, citing dissatisfaction with the government's handling of the economy by willingly throwing the market under the bus in order to play political games. Cisco has admitted that all of these factors resulted in $90 million of lost profit.

Cisco is one of many companies affected by forces they cannot control. There are several business solutions to approach such a problem. To curb their losses, Cisco needs to do all they can to prove their equipment is free of NSA spying devices. Another solution could be to market themselves more heavily to the public. With the right approach, they could highlight their accomplishments to change public perception.

One effective way they can redeem their reputation is to utilize online advertising strategies. Centel Media™ is rated as the top online reputation management company for our great services in the support of online ventures. To better advertise an individual or business, we have several tools, including press release formation, Google AdWords optimization, social media and website page creation, and Wikipedia submissions. Our trained staff can create compelling and fascinating content to attract more attention from potential fans or clients. No matter what you’re trying to accomplish online, Centel Media™ is there to guide you to a better online experience.



Jonathan Wong,
Creative Writer,

Matthew Shaffer,
Editor-in-Chief,


Friday, November 15, 2013

Baldwin's Stalker Will Get the Last Laugh

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Alec Baldwin is one of those Hollywood actors with a mixed image. On one hand, he is respected for his acting talent and charisma in movies and television. On the other hand, he has well-publicized scandals that involve airliners, mobile games, and hurling insults at his own daughter. Like him or hate him, he remains an influential and popular actor. Most actors and actresses deal with harassment from the paparazzi constantly, an act many would consider a legal form of stalking. But it’s when there’s a true case of stalking that an actor or actress runs into problems that may spiral away from their control.

Enter one Genevieve Sabourin, a Canadian woman who met Baldwin on a movie set in 2002 and later in 2010 at a dinner. She claims to have had a very intimate relationship with him starting in 2011, but Baldwin has flatly denied her allegations in court hearings, adding that she was imagining all of these scenarios in her head. While one can make the argument that Baldwin is lying due to his past mistakes, Sabourin's behavior and activities have not made her case supportable in the least. Baldwin has been avoiding journalists regarding the trial, while Sabourin gleefully absorbs the media attention. She was also arrested many times and even defied a restraining order by attempting to contact Baldwin and his wife online.

Baldwin has a big problem here. Once again, he’ll be needing to spend some time cleaning up his image after the trial. Even if Sabourin's story was proven to be completely false in the future, he still has to deal with the current media backlash and negative comments by people who don’t like how Baldwin handled the case. Even worse, if someone manages to prove his side of the story wrong, his marriage would most likely end and nobody would ever take him seriously again.

Any negativity will have an adverse impact on the targeted person or organization. Centel Media™, the top-rated online reputation management firm, has the ability to restrict negative commentary surrounding a client on the Internet, especially if the criticism is unwarranted. The service suppresses negative articles, reviews, images, and videos down from the top pages on a search engine. To counteract damage, we also create press releases that steer public attention towards positive characteristics that show your value and originality in comparison to others in your field. Don't let negativity, stalker or otherwise, damage your reputation, consider letting us handle your problems.



Jonathan Wong,
Creative Writer,

Matthew Shaffer,
Editor-in-Chief,


Wednesday, November 13, 2013

Rand Paul is a Cheat

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Senator Rand Paul has been spotlighted in the Republican Party because he stands up for his beliefs. He is most famous for creating a filibuster against the White House to prevent using drones on American soil. This week, his reputation suffered a devastating hit with allegations that many of his speeches, and even some portions of his book, have had plagiarized phrases. Accusers located the sources, which include Wikipedia and The Heritage Foundation. While these sources don't seem to mind very much, the implications are still having a negative effect on Senator Paul’s image.

This incident sheds doubt not only on the Senator's office but on the man himself. Paul has been unwavering in the defense of his reputation. He has called for metaphorical duels with detractors and reassured people that he would never try to misrepresent himself. According to him, his past work should prove his honor and integrity, but accusers have relished in detaching the known figure from his image. By admitting that his office made some mistakes and promising to add footnotes to all his material, Paul has attempted to redeem himself. But that doesn't change the fact that his office has made an inexcusably unprofessional mistake.

Businesses often suffer image problems like these, and the solutions are not always easy. Rival companies look for situations that allow them to gain an advantage over their competitors. Disgruntled employees and dissatisfied customers lurk online at various sites and news outlets, waiting for the opportunity to lash out at an establishment they feel has disenfranchised them. Every company has to deal with this problem, and letting it fester can lead to disastrous consequences.

These allegations may hurt Paul's chances in 2016, but Centel Media™ believes that every company or individual should be able to maintain a positive image. If your brand has been the target of negative publicity, online reputationmanagement services can help you regain your standing. When you or your company’s reputation has taken a hit, we can provide negative suppression services that target articles, videos, images and reviews. Our team of writers and computer experts can publish press releases to show off your company’s accomplishments, further driving negativity into obscurity. We want you to own your online reputation and will not allow any detractors to cast doubt upon you or your business.

Jonathan Wong,
Creative Writer,

Matthew Shaffer,
Editor-in-Chief,



Monday, November 11, 2013

Veterans Day

Veterans day is a federal holiday in honor of those who have served for our country. 

President Woodrow Wilson declared November 11, 1919 as Armistice Day, a day that would be in remembrance of those who died in service. 

In 1945, Raymond Weeks, a veteran of World War ll pushed for making November 11 a holiday for all veterans.

On June 1, 1954, Congress replaced Armistice with Veterans.


Centel Media™ would like to recognize all of our veterans and give thanks for all they have done for our country

Friday, November 8, 2013

Will the Real Slim Shady Please Stop Being Homophobic?

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With over a decade of commercial success, multiple Grammy awards and the title of best selling artist of the 2000s, Marshall Mathers aka Eminem has made an outstanding career using his quick and clever lyrics to produce a great following of fans and critics.  Known for his ability to vary between playful and hard-hitting raps, Eminem has firmly established his versatility. Yet, both critics and fans are still pondering upon certain decisions the artist has made in his choices on wordplay.

In 2009, with the release of his sixth studio album “Relapse,” the artist was confronted for his blatant and insulting use of offensive language.  Within his verses, he targeted famous artists (Adam Lambert and Clay Aiken) who are identified as homosexuals. Eminem’s delivery suggested prejudice towards the artists for their sexuality.  Homophobic slurs were riddled within his rhymes on his first two albums back in the early 2000s, bringing many to question his position and attitude towards the LGBT community.

When confronted on the matter in 2009, Eminem was quoted as saying that his lyrics should not impress upon his fans or other artist that he, as an individual, is homophobic. However, his defense hasn’t been enough to soothe critics. It seems that Eminem has found himself on the wrong side of changing times.

In the past several months, new policies and old laws have been both instituted and struck down. One of the greatest victories for the LGBT community came during this year’s Supreme Court decision to end DOMA. DOMA prevented same-sex couples from gaining the same benefits as legally recognized married couples under federal law.

Such dramatic change has had its impact on the rest of society. Attacks on gays and lesbians are now frowned upon by the larger part of America, and has resulted in the destruction of many reputations. Upon his newest release, “Marshall Mathers LP 2,” a follow up to his hit 2000 album, “The Marshall Mathers LP,” Eminem has once again found himself in the headlines of newspapers and magazines for the wrong reasons.  “Rap God,” a single from his newly released album, takes shots for about a quarter of a verse, demoralizing “gays” with lines like: “So gay I can barely say it with a straight face…”

Amidst the flare of critics and artists posting comments and articles bashing Eminem as homophobic, the rapper is managing to stand his ground by responding to the media, stating that his words do not entirely reflect his positions.  Chalking up his use of gay epithets as commonplace for him having been involved in rap for over two decades, the 41 year-old states that he is not anti-gay and uses such language out of the context of homosexuality.  Whatever the case may be, the negative attention, along with his seemingly unsatisfactory explanation, may sully the established rapper’s image for old fans and new ones alike.

Centel Media™ is rated at the top for their services in managing online reputations.  Situations created by individuals who don’t consider the full breadth of their decisions, and how those decisions may impact others, can be crushing for any business or career.  Ensuring that you or your company is represented properly at all times is key to present and future success.  With services like negative article suppressionCentel Media™ professionals will provide what you need, when you need it, to renew and refine your company’s image.


Chikira Bennett,
Creative Writer,

Matthew Shaffer,
Editor-in-Chief