Self Promotion is a Social Turn Off

Self promotion, it's all about ME.

Self Promotion makes me sick! Doesn't it you? If you will indulge me just a bit, this post is going to be a combination of ranting against something that irritates me along with thoughts and action steps on how to "not be that person." Because let's face it, no one wants to be that person! Social isn't about self promotion. We've all seen them in our social media world and in our own lives;  people that constantly talk about themselves.  I am not talking about people that Tweet what they had … [Read more...]

6 Benefits of a Custom Facebook Profile Image

Sweet Frog Culpeper VA

We spend a lot of time and money getting the best company logo designed for our brands. Why don't you put that same effort into the profile image for your Facebook page?  I recently had a discussion with Anne Clelland, President of Handshake Media, about the benefits of having a custom designed profile image.  She posted it on her Handshake2.0 blog. Erika Bentley, Graphic Designer for the Social Buzz Lab, does a phenomenal job of designing the image to express your brand. The maximum space … [Read more...]

Hell Hath No Fury as a Driven Woman with Technology

Judy Mick

I have created some wonderful relationships as a result of our Roanoke  Meetup 2.0 Networking Group.  We talk about social media and share tips and strategies to help each other.  About a year ago I met Judy Mick, blogger, entrepreneur, author and an avid runner.  She still ceases to amaze me with her drive and commitment.  We laugh because we are both crazy over technology and every time something new comes out it's a game to see who gets it first.  Judy usually wins and that's why I asked her … [Read more...]