Consumers on Shine

The End of the Smart Choices Program

nospam@example.com ()

Success!

For those who believe that public pressure (i.e. newspaper articles, consumer demand, expert backlash) can have an influence on policy, take pride in knowing that our voices have been heard.

It appears that the disingenuous

Let's free our cell phones from exclusivity deals!

nospam@example.com ()

Let's make our voices heard, Shine! Let's ask our lawmakers to free our cell phones from unfair exclusivity deals that chain us to the giant telecom companies whether we like or not our phones or services. Let's get a fair shake from them! Below is an excerpt of the text found at Consumers Union--a non-profit publisher of Consumer Reports. This project aims to get legislation passed so that consumers may choose the phone, plan, and service provider combination that is best for them; no more going with AT&T to get an iPhone, or to Sprint to get a Palm Treo, we the consumers will get to choose the best options for ourselves.

User post: PINK,shmink!

nospam@example.com ()

It was something straight out of a Seinfeld episode. You know, the one where Kramer won't wear the red ribbon while particpating in the AIDS Walk: Who do you think you are?"

"Put the ribbon on."

"Hey Bob, this guy won't wear the…

Why do we have to be "consumers"?

nospam@example.com ()

You hear on the news all the time about how our economy is dependent on "consumers" to spend thier hard earned income on everything from food to electronics. Why? Ask yourself if you really need to keep spending. What is wrong with saving money? If you save your money, it means you are not…

More Small Businesses are Tapping the Power of Video Online

nospam@example.com ()

More businesses are finding video content is boosting business and helping get attention. If you can create a popular viral video; your business name could soon become a common household phrase. A new online video playing on thousands of computers may…

How the Economic Downturn is Changing Customer Service & Small Business

nospam@example.com ()

I'm working on my personal budget by tracking where my cash goes every day. It is a process most small business owners are very familiar with. More consumers are watching every dollar closely these days and this financial awareness may not change when the economy improves. As…

GoodGuide: A powerful tool for concerned consumers

nospam@example.com ()

When we plunk down the extra cash it takes to buy products with labels assuring us we are bringing home a greener, safer, maybe even organic product, we are often taking a leap of faith. The list of ingredients may be shorter than the ones on the chemical-laden products we've been buying for…

WHAT...You Haven't Heard? Iggly Biggly Is The #1 Choice for This Season & Many to Come!

nospam@example.com ()

Is your consumer happy?

nospam@example.com ()

Women are 51% of the population, purchase 85% of everything and make up the largest national economy on earth. That makes them your most valuable customer.

It’s in your best interest to ensure your No. 1 consumer is happy. Here are some…

Dear makeup industry: Be true and genuine to consumers

nospam@example.com ()

Almost every women loves make-up. Whether it’s the ruby red lipstick and gloss or the thick black mascara that helps us walk with confidence, we all love it in our own way. And for me, one of my guilty pleasures when