UniBlurb #2

Good morning! and welcome to the second edition of UniBlurb - Your Weekly Dose of Management. Today, we will be going over:

#Meta’s stock rise
#Apple’s new vision pro
#AI Marketers
#Internships, Competitions & Events

MONDAY MOTIVATION

OUR TWO CENTS
Meta's Meteoric Rise: Stock Soars to New Heights!

Hold onto your hats because Meta's stock performance has been nothing short of a rollercoaster lately! As of February 16, 2024, the stock is soaring at $473.321, leaving its 52-week low of $167.661 in the digital dust. With a market cap of around $1.2 trillion, Meta's making waves in the tech sea!

Meta's not just hitting the like button; it's smashing through earnings records too! In the quarter ending September 30, 2023, they racked up an EPS of $4.39, marking a jaw-dropping 167.68% increase year-over-year! And for the twelve months ending September 30, 2023, they clocked in an EPS of $11.34, showing an 8.41% year-over-year boost!

Meta's not just about scrolling and selfies; they're diving deep into the tech trenches! Say hello to Llama 2, their latest open-source language model, now available for all your research and commercial shenanigans. Plus, they're leading the charge against AI election meddling, proving they're not just tech giants; they're tech superheroes!

OUR TWO CENTS
Vision Pro: Headset Hero or Home Office Hoax?

Remember bulky goggles promising pixelated adventures? Apple's Vision Pro aims to rewrite the script, bringing mixed reality to work and beyond.

Imagine collaborating on 3D models with colleagues across the globe, feeling like they're right there (minus the awkward small talk). EyeSight even helps those with disabilities navigate the digital world with ease. Plus, 600+ apps are already in the ring, from design tools to virtual yoga.

This headset's got the price tag of a luxury car and weighs about as much as a small cat. And let's be honest, 600 apps are a drop in the digital ocean compared to our phone's app buffet. So, while the Vision Pro promises to revolutionize the way we work (and maybe even redefine "water cooler chats"), its hefty price and app limitations might leave some feeling more like spectators than superheroes.

So, is the Vision Pro a work-from-home win or a futuristic flop? Only time (and your wallet) will tell. But hey, at least it's more comfortable than those old pixelated goggles... right?

OUR TWO CENTS
AI in Marketing: Sidekick, Not Skynet

Phew, that article about AI taking over marketing jobs had me sweating bullets for a sec! But hold on, it turns out AI is actually our new best friend, not the enemy.

Seriously, 83% of businesses are already using AI for marketing, and it's not some scary robot takeover. We're talking about things like AI suggesting killer subject lines or predicting the best times to post on social media. It's basically like having a superpowered marketing assistant.

Imagine the possibilities! Tools like Pattern89 can analyze data to practically guarantee winning ad campaigns, and 6Sense personalizes B2B outreach with AI-powered emails that convert like crazy. Even email marketing gets a boost from AI with Klaviyo's fancy features.

Here's the bottom line: AI isn't here to steal our jobs, it's here to make us rock stars at marketing. By personalizing the customer experience, AI is making everyone happy – customers get what they want, and brands win big. So, let's ditch the fear and embrace the future of marketing with AI by our side!

INDUSTRY CONNECT
Internship opportunities

1. Songdew (Marketing/Finance Intern)
   
   A 3-6 month Marketing/Finance Internship in Gurugram, India. Engage in day-to-day marketing tasks, market research, online reputation management, and contribute to sales efforts. Remote work is accepted.
   Apply Here!

2. Teleone Consumers Product Private Limited (HR Intern)
   
   As a human resources (HR) intern at Teleone Consumers Product Private Limited, you'll embark on an exhilarating journey, gaining hands-on experience in the dynamic world of HR. With your proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word, you'll dive headfirst into various HR functions, contributing to the success of the company.
   Apply Here!

3. Yaper Technologies (Business Development Intern)
   
   Gain hands-on experience in Business Development with Yaper Technologies. Hone skills in English Proficiency, Creative Writing, Sales, and Market Research, contributing to our business growth.
   Apply Here!

EVENTS ON THE RISE
Best events and competitions in the upcoming week

1. SRCC Business Conclave, 2024
   
   Asia's largest undergraduate management fest- The Business Conclave is back! With powerful speakers, inspiring sessions, and a plethora of testing events. With 8 events spread across case study competitions, managerial tasks, human resources, public relations, marketing, and policy formulation, Business Conclave 2024 is not an event you're going to want to miss.
   Register Here!

2. Random Research (Ramanujan College)
   
   If you're an avid researcher with a passion for unraveling complex statistical, mathematical, computational, economic, and psychological phenomena, your quest for insightful analysis and innovative problem-solving in research papers stops right here.
   Register Here!

3. Perspective 3.0: The Ideation Challenge (IIM BANGALORE)
   
   IIM Bangalore presents Climate Quest 2024: Crafting a Greener Tomorrow! Embark on an exhilarating journey to tackle climate change head-on! Let your creativity flow as you ideate ingenious solutions that harmonize Business, Government, and Society.
   Register Here!