What Lowe’s and Florida Family Association Can Teach Us About Online Security
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
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)
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
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.
Embrace Your Inner Nut, It Pays
If you’re not afraid to fail and look silly, you are more likely to get the reward. I constantly incorporate this lesson in my presentations and business dealings.
Don’t Get Sucked In By Networking Cults – Five Telltale Signs That You Should Run Like Hell
While more options and opportunities to network are awesome, I have noticed a disturbing trend: the rise of “networking cults”. Below are five telltale signs of a networking cult.
6 Steps to Stop The Annoying Stuff: The NY Subway Car that is Your Facebook Wall
You’re on Facebook for business, but your Facebook wall is a spammity calamity. In fact, it looks like a New York Subway car after 10 PM. Let me paint a picture…
The Art of Balance: Honoring Self in a Web 2.0 World
It would be a huge mistake to assume that the Internet is the magic. The Internet and social media are tools. The magic lies in our connection to our source.
Boomers kick Gen Y Butt in Using Social Media Strategically
Sorry fellow Gen Ys, but, from my experience, Baby Boomers are much more likely to use social media strategically for business, once taught how.
Four Reasons Why Conference Planners Need to Invest in Video
[video] You’re planning a conference. The budget is quickly being blown out of the water with venue fees, speaker fees, marketing & promotions, etc. Where can you cut costs? What is not a necessity? If you think “video”, you are sorely mistaken.
In fact, video is one of your most important assets. Your conference can be compared to an amazing wedding. You can spend a ton on decorations, food, favors, flowers, entertainment, etc. However, if you do not have great quality photos or videos- who’ll remember the expensive details?
Below are four reasons why video is a must for every conference, especially if it occurs on an annual basis.