The Stories Behind The Most Famous Slogans

M2OnHold has created an infographic that explores the stories behind some of the most famous brand slogans. Find out how popular slogans like Nike's 'Just Do It,' or Apple's 'Think Different' were conceived.

Martha Matilda Harper, The Greatest Businesswoman You've Never Heard Of

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Nearly 30 years before Helena Rubenstein and Elizabeth Arden launched their beauty brands, a former servant girl from Canada created the American hair salon industry, designed the first reclining salon chair, and went on to establish retail franchising as we know it today. Along the way Martha Harper empowered thousands of young women and amassed a fortune.

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33 Things That Were Originally Called Something Completely Different

Did you know that Coldplay was originally named Starfish? That Google was originally called BackRub? And that Pepsi was originally called Brad´s Drink? Here are 33 things that were originally called something completely different.

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Which Superhero Is The Best Project Manager?

Six Sigma has made an infographic that takes a fun look at which superhero would make the best project manager. See whether the Incredible Hulk, Iron Man or Captain America are capable of doing the job.

The True Faces Behind 5 Famous Logos

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Most of us know Colonel Sanders was a real person, but did you know about Uncle Sam and Leo the Lion? Check out the true faces behind five famous logos below to learn more.

The Death Of Flair: As Friday's Goes Minimalist, What Happens To The Antiques?

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In March 2016, the famously clutter-filled chain T.G.I. Friday's introduced the first prototype for its spartan new design concept in Corpus Christi, Texas. The most startling aspect of this otherwise inoffensive space is the complete lack of Friday's characteristic kitsch.

No tin signs or pedal cars adorn the walls; there's no dark wood or Tiffany-style lamps; there are no chipper red-and-white stripes to be found anywhere. For antiques lovers, this cultural shift raises a question: What happens to all that well-loved memorabilia when a restaurant pares down?

(thanks Lisa)

25 Business Buzzwords That Irritate Your Colleagues

We've all used business buzzwords. Many of them are so common that they may have even become part of our daily vocabulary. But what are they actually communicating?

The problem with buzzwords is that most are overused, cliched, and unclear. These words have been used so much that they have either lost their meaning or become go-to substitutes when a company or employee has nothing of substance to say.

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Pooper Is Like Uber, But For Dog Poop

Some people hate to scoop their dog's poop and just leave it where their dogs excrete it. Other people don't mind picking up dog poop and would like to earn a few extra bucks. Pooper brings them together.

Pooper is a new app that connects people who are willing to pay to have someone scoop their dog poop with people who are willing to do just that for cash. Poopers use their phones to leave geographic markers on a map.

Why Coffee Is Essential To You And Your Business

Did you know that coffee of all things can make you more productive? Not just the fancy Starbucks brews, but the classic cup of Joe with a little bit of cream and sugar if you prefer.

Coffee can make you more alert, keep your stress at bay, and even provide long-term health benefits! Honestly, they should have just named it 'liquid gold' but the color is all wrong.

17 Commercial Failures From Brands With Spectacularly Bad Ideas

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While Keurig is surely hoping there will come a day when its failed KOLD soda-making machine is but a misty, sparkling memory, it's not the first company to reach for the stars... and fail utterly and completely, thereby forever securing a spot in the brand failure hall of fame, never to be forgotten.

Keurig is far from alone, of course: many companies have tried to bank on former successes by coming up with some strange ideas. Here are 17 examples of companies who thought they had the next big thing, only to fall flat on their faces.

Top 10 Bizarre Ventures From Famous Companies

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Corporations, especially famous ones, often have a set image attached to them. Each is known for certain products. But sometimes, famous companies have extremely surprising side ventures.

15 Ways To Access Small Business Startup Loans

Are you thinking about starting a business, or have you recently started a new venture? You certainly aren't alone. In fact, 543,000 small businesses are started in the United States every month.

That's the good news. Less good: half won't make it until year 5. The biggest challenge you're likely to face is not having access to the money you need to fully execute your business plan. Let's look at 15 ways you can access money for your new business.

10 Oldest Businesses Still In Operation Today

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Starting a business is hard enough, but making one thrive and survive, even for a short time, is sometimes nothing less than a miracle. Amazingly, the businesses on this list managed to overcome the odds; many of them have survived for centuries, and all of them are, quite astonishingly, still operating.

35 Of The Most Frustrating Cases Of False Advertising

When we buy a certain product, it often comes with certain expectations. Even though we know that it won't look exactly like the advertisements promise, we still hope there will be at least a slight resemblance in reality.

But then reality smacks you in the face like a wet noodle that looked nothing like the beautiful pasta dish you saw on the package.

Why Are America's Most Innovative Companies Still Stuck In 1950s Suburbia?

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When Apple finishes its new $5 billion headquarters in Cupertino, California, the technorati will pat themselves on the back for yet another example of 'innovation,' lauding the 'futuristic' building and its many 'groundbreaking' features.

But few are aware that Apple's monumental project is already outdated, mimicking a half-century of stagnant suburban corporate campuses that isolated themselves - by design - from the communities their products were supposed to impact.

(thanks Hunter)

Watches In Ads Always Show The Exact Same Time... And This Is Why

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You may or may not have noticed that most of the time you see a watch in an ad or even a display window, it's showing the same time. That time is 10:10. Now that you know that, you might be wondering what exactly is so special about that time.

London's Expected House Price Gain

London is an exciting place to live. Pick the right borough and you can enjoy the best of both worlds - the buzz of the city and access to amazing jobs, plus large open green spaces, top schools and an excellent quality of life.

It's no wonder that property in our capital city remains in high demand. Prices in London could rise more than 30 per cent over the next five years. If you fancy purchasing a freehold in London, this infographic shows the expected price rises for the next five years.

7 Real Products That Get Their Names From Dystopian Fiction

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Whether it's Brave New World, 1984, or The Hunger Games, dystopian fiction serves as a common touchpoint to talk about our fears. But what happens when companies knowingly embrace the dark side of futurism and start naming products after the things we were supposed to find scary?

Here's a list of just a few products and companies that first captured the public imagination through books, movies, songs, and TV shows. They were products originally created to instill fear in the reader or viewer. But they're no longer fiction.

Brands With Different Names Around The World

Brand loyalty can be a powerful thing and sometimes there is no other product that will do the job like the one from a brand you know and love. So it can be disconcerting to see your favourite products missing from the shelves.

Brands often alter the name of their products to suit a particular demographic. Check out the infographic made by Just The Flight to find out the brands with different names around the world.

(thanks Harry)

The Unique Flower Auction At Aalsmeer

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The Aalsmeer Flower Auction takes place in the town of Aalsmeer in the Netherlands. It is by far the busiest and largest floral market in the world. Everyday 20 million flowers arrive here from all over the world.

Whilst a large majority of the flowers sold at the Aalsmeer auction are from the Netherlands, many come from far off places like Ecuador, Colombia, Ethiopia, and Kenya. The warehouse itself, where the trading takes place, is the largest building by footprint in the world, covering 518,000 square meters or 243 acres.