A few days ago I was talking with some friends about business, success and connecting. It’s got me thinking about how we make connections and how we learn to define success. How do connections affect our success? How does our desire to be successful affect the connections we make? As very young children we’re encouraged [...]
Connected – The Power of Social Networks & How They Shape Our Lives
My order from Amazon arrived a couple of days ago. While I really enjoy getting new books, this delivery included a book that I have ...
No new 4G iPhone for me
Apple showed the world its much anticipated iPhone 4G this week. When I bought my 3GS last fall I worried about getting technology that I knew would be out of date within a year. Should I wait? I decided that new technology was always coming and I could wait until the cows come home. And [...]
Time – Sustainability – Burn Out
Janice and I have been talking a lot about time management, scheduling, social media burn out and the balance between work and life. I’ve also been thinking a lot about the saying “I work to live. I don’t live to work.” Finding that balance and making changes has been hit home when several of the big [...]
What to do if an employee goes rogue. Have a social media policy.
One of the biggest stumbling blocks for businesses thinking social media is the fear over what happens if an employee goes rogue or a follower/fan goes over the top, either legally or with unacceptable language and comments. As the Girl Guides say – BE PREPARED. And be prepared for the worst. All your employees can be passionate marketers for you in the social [...]
