A client recently asked me about video sharing on Facebook as a result of an inquiry she received from her videographer. She’s referencing Facebook native video, which is making big waves in the social media universe. It’s competing with YouTube for views, so it’s important to understand the differences so you can decide the best […]

In a previous blog, I said that there is no crying in social media – and that we can’t take things personally.  Imagine, however, what happens when your best friend and the person that you’ve had an instinct to protect is part of that equation.  Twenty seven years ago, I got a phone call that […]

I work from home. And I work with my husband. All day… Every day… Depending on your preferences, this could be a dream job or your worst nightmare. For me, though, I only wish it were that easy to categorize.  Before you think I’m just trying to be funny, allow me to explain. I am […]

We recently submitted a comprehensive strategy to a construction company. This was one of the most complex strategies we’ve ever developed as they had dozens of local competitors and a variety of targets to reach. After spending about ten hours on research, we decided to take an approach that we believe will work for any […]

Now that #Strella Social Media is back in Harrisburg, we’ve been meeting with all of our local clients to check in with their efforts. We just finished the fourth meeting this past week, which has given us the opportunity to reinforce the one concept that will always be a win on social media…humanizing your brand! […]

A few months ago, I bought an HP laptop from Wal-Mart. I thought I was getting a great deal on a functional and cute little device that I could take with me anywhere.  A few days after buying the computer, it shut off and would not re-start. I had to spend about three hours troubleshooting […]

We’re a nation of alarmists - plain and simple.  We get hyped up over the smallest things, and it doesn’t take much to throw us into a tizzy.  Social media has made this much worse, by allowing people to share their bizarre alarmist ideas, and do so in such an inaccurate fashion it could make […]

Social media can be fun -- and even funny! To lighten the mood and give you a chuckle from this crazy world of social media, here’s a 40-second video with my top five social media memes! Watch and enjoy!    

I’ve never been a visionary.  I know, I know. I’m a business owner – how could I not be a visionary? But, I admit it. As a social media manager, I have a myriad of endless details to manage so at least my skills are in line with my trade! But, as we experience growth […]