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3 Easy Tools for Building Better Business Relationships in 2012- Part I

Crystal Washington

Get that tub-o-cards out, and I’ll share three of my favorite resources for inputting contact information, as well as how to connect with your contacts using three large social media networks: LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

What Lowe’s and Florida Family Association Can Teach Us About Online Security

Crystal Washington

As a social media speaker, I’m often asked about social media and online security by conference attendees. While giving your full birthday or posting sensitive information can cause problems, oftentimes it’s our involvement in organizations- universities, banks, causes, etc. that pose the bigger threat. The Lowe’s situation underscores this point.

Why Your Turkey Does Not Need To Make A Facebook Appearance

Crystal Washington

As a social media speaker who often finds herself speaking to audiences of Baby Boomers, I find that my job is one part giving information and two parts counseling. For some reason, a memo went out stating that people on Facebook and Twitter have to share everything about themselves.

4 Tips for How To Use LinkedIn for Job Search (Without Your Boss Finding Out)

Crystal Washington

Yesterday, I received a LinkedIn message from a contact wanting to know how she can leverage LinkedIn to find a new job/ advance her career. However, there was one catch- she didn’t want her boss to know. Here are four tips that I provided!

Four No-Nos For Business Courting & Social Media

Crystal Washington

I’m a firm believer that social media is more than technology, it is a change in the way that we communicate. With that being said, the effectiveness of social networks in building business relationships is determined by the communicator.

Marie Cicogni

Crystal Washington

I was not responsible for hiring Crystal, but had the extreme pleasure of listening to her as a speaker at a meeting of HelmsBriscoe West Coast Team members just recently. Her coaching of us on the world of LinkedIn was absolutely amazing – whether it was helping those who didn’t have profiles set up and […]

Steph DeWaegeneer

Crystal Washington

I booked Crystal to address the ABWA-Galleria chapter on the topic of ‘Social Networking for Business’. Crytal knows her stuff…and she has a unique and impressive way of making the myriad of social media options seem manageable. The information presented was practical, relevant, and for some of our members an eye-opender. She has an engaging […]

Michelle Turgeon

Crystal Washington

Crystal was actually hired to speak to our group at HelmsBriscoe. Her presentation was engaging, entertaining and relevant. In addition, I had the pleasure of getting to know her prior to her ‘hands on’ presentation of “LinkedIn”. She is genuine and generous with her knowledge. Crystal invited me to share my Constant Contact email marketing […]

Scott Cooksey

Crystal Washington

When Crystal walks into any room it immediately begins to buzz. Her energy, excitement, and desire to truly connect with any audience is to be admired. Best of all, she is a giver of information. If you want to take your business relationships to the next level, keep an eye on Crystal….and just TRY to […]

Serkan M. Eroglu

Crystal Washington

On behalf of our entire Human Resources team at H-E-B, I would like to thank you for your partnership with us on yesterday’s HR Strategy Summit. We sincerely appreciate your flexibility for this event, as well as, helping us become much more savvy in the growing field of Social Media. Your presentation generated great insights […]