This time of year typically connotes images of presents, poinsettias and pines, but it also marks the time-honored tradition of countdown lists. In the B2B world, lists are great communication tools that help to simplify a complex process or reinforce important ideas. Plus, lists are a part of everyday life (i.e. grocery, wish and to-do lists), so they resonate well with most audiences.

Whether you’re a jet setter or a social media surfer there is a 2009 list for just about everyone. Here are a few of my faves:

1. The Top 10 of Everything of 2009
2. Top 50 Social Media Stories of 2009
3. Top 9 Artists of 2009
4. BtoB’s Best for 2009
5. The 20 Worst Foods of 2009
6. 50 Best Web sites 2009
7. The World’s Best Places to Live 2009
8. The World’s Worst Tourists 2009
9. Best Careers of 2009

Do you have a favorite list of 2009? What’s on your marketing wish list for 2010?

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