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Personal Branding Tips from Nancy Drew
I began a new research project this year – the history and mysteries of Nancy Drew. She’s influenced the world over the last ninety years and the world has changed her, and it’s been fascinating to consider the changes over nearly a century of mystery novels. In my...
4 Ways to Promote Accessibility and Inclusivity in Social Media
Whether you are run your own small-business accounts or manage communications for a fortune 500 company, it's easy to become overwhelmed when planning out your social media content timeline. With that in mind, I have created a shortlist of things to keep in mind while...
Product Reviews Vs. Social Media Commentary: Which Matters More?
Image: Pexels Reviews can be a major factor in the decision process for many shoppers. Especially when they’re shopping online and they can’t physically touch or test out what they’re buying, and there are so many other options available. If you’re looking for ways...
Why don’t bloggers use APA citations?
Recently, I was explaining how bloggers reference sources and was asked, “If acknowledging the original contributor is important, why don’t bloggers use citations like we all had to do in high school and college?” That’s a good question, isn’t it? When blogging was...
Your Social Media Career and the Value of Education
The evolution of social media from a tacked-on, part-time position to a full-fledged career is fascinating to see. It has grown in the past 10 plus years from being optional to an integral part of an organization’s growth and success. Job titles for the social media...
Take the Stress Out of Your Test
Taking a certification exam can be stressful and rightfully so! You are undertaking an important step in adding to your credentials and shouldn’t be taken lightly. This may be the first test you’ve taken in years or the most challenging exam you’ve ever prepared for....
Share with Care on Social Media
In the world of social media marketing, you are what you share to a very great extent. People actively engaged in an organization’s social community are primarily doing so because they seek information and, sometimes, dialog. If you share wisely, you build an...
Mind Your Business and Mind Yourself!
How mindfulness can help social media professionals practice self-care. As professionals in social media, do you know that feeling when you just want the world to hold still for one moment? If only there was just ONE moment to sort your thoughts, calm down, take a...
Using Pinterest and Instagram for Small Businesses
Starting a business is hard. With all the legal and money stuff, it can get overwhelming. On top of that you need be on social media, and there are so many choices out there. You have to figure out which ones will work best for you. For someone who loves to have most...