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How To Get Insight From Data Visualization: SHUT UP and SLOW DOWN!

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

” I gave myself 30 minutes, played Mozart on my Ipod and looked at all the data one page. From SXSW Session: Shut Up and Draw. I also found the ready-made charts from survey monkey ugly and distracting … but lacking graphic design skills and drawing skills. Then I discovered Chartwell Fonts.

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Remix Moma - Part 2

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

As demonostrated by this project, podcasting can also facilitate visitors creating their own guides and tours. The article states: "Informed about the project last week, museum officials declined to reciprocate with their opinions, but also made no comments about instituting an iPod ban."

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Labor Day Thoughts: Getting Admin Staff on the Floor

Museum 2.0

The floor staff are directing traffic, selling tickets, and facilitating experiences for throngs of people. Few would contest their value and service to institutions that generally pay them poorly for the often monotonous work of facilitating smooth, positive guest experiences.

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