Social Media 101 – the basics
I have been toying with the idea of teaching a Social Media 101 workshop for small business owners and nonprofit leaders. I’m still noodling the logistics of it. In the…
Read moreFearfully Scrolling
“Opinion has caused more trouble on this little earth than plagues or earthquakes.” – Voltaire As this quote passed by my Twitter screen it popped out at me. I definitely…
Read moreMy life before the social media giants took over
My life before the social media giants took over. Before Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram occupied most of waking hours there were Skype, Ryze, and private networking forums. Communication platforms where…
Read moreIs Twitter Still Magical?
Seven years ago today, I co-hosted my first TweetUp and it was a magical experience that shifted the direction of my life. I came home that night happy and feeling…
Read moreCan we bring the social back in to social media?
Clicking Favorite on Twitter, + on Google, or Like Facebook are nice but those actions are not a conversation and not very social. Imagine you are having an in person, real…
Read moreBiggest mistake businesses make on Twitter
The biggest mistake businesses make on Twitter is: ignorance – not knowing about checking their @ messages. Dear Businesses on Twitter, You may be ignoring your customers and potential customers…
Read moreLifting a Dreamer
The original name of the Twitter Fail Whale designed by artist YiYing Lu was Lifting a Dreamer. I find that name very appropriate after this past weekend spent with my…
Read moreCalling All Marin Restaurants
Dear Marin County Restaurants: I am trying to decide where to plan the next TweetUp. Please help me make this decision. This is a GREAT opportunity for a local Marin…
Read moreLook Ma I’m Famous
Thank you to Mike Wolpert from Social Jumpstart: Social Media TV for inviting me to be on your show to discuss my favorite thing in the world: Social Media! Also,…
Read moreSocial Media Overwhelm
I don’t know about you but I’m feeling a bit overwhelmed with life. In particular I’m feeling overwhelmed with social media. Ever since Google+ arrived on the scene… I have…
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