Category: Business Advice

By Rachel Last month, I had an opportunity to speak at the Harrisburg University Social Media Summit on a panel called, “Social Networking and the Job Search.” The discussion was focused on how job seekers can use social networks to optimize their search.  The panelists had a lot to offer and I felt it could […]

by Rachel This past week, I had an opportunity to speak at the Harrisburg University Social Media Summit on a panel called, “Social Networking and the Job Search.” The discussion was focused on how job seekers can use social networks to optimize their search. Here are some of my answers to questions that were asked […]

by Rachel For many, electronic communication has gone from being an occasional diversion to being a constant distraction. (Or, in my case, even an occupational hazard)! Despite the ways we often search for work/life balance, it seems our obsession with being connected can dominate our lives. As the queen of succumbing to online distractions, I […]

By Rachel Networking sometimes reminds me of dating. In both cases, a mutually beneficial relationship is the goal.  But, like dating, the ways some people look to achieve relationships through networking can be very-off putting. Here are my networking turn-offs: Handing me your business card before introducing yourself. This is like someone asking for your […]

By Amanda Pinterest, an online pin board that allows users to organize and share images, is taking the social media scene storm and many businesses are jumping on the pinboard bandwagon to claim their piece of the action.  Perhaps you’re one of them. Or, maybe you’re hearing a lot about it and you’re trying to […]

Every so often, we interview one of our management clients to ask them about their experience in social media. Cheryl Garman This month, we spoke with Cheryl Garman, Co-owner of Pazazzz, a unique and fabulous home décor shop located in Central PA. Be sure to check out their new location in the State Street Plaza […]

By Rachel I recently finished reading Carrie Wilkerson’s book, The Barefoot Executive.  I met Carrie in Dallas last year and was mesmerized by her dynamic speaking presence, which compelled me to buy her book. Here are my top three takeaways: #3 – Obey the “Law of Five”* Carrie advises readers to be disciplined in obeying […]

Writing is enjoyable when we’re inspired and motivated. It can also be a chore if we’re out of fresh ideas. I believe the love/hate relationship with writing exists because writing requires both inspiration and perspiration. I’ve found that it’s important to have a balance of both in order to create compelling content on a consistent […]

Yesterday, we gave you a glimpse of what you can do to optimize your website and profiles for search as well as what a directory listing site such as Yellowbook will do for your rankings. Today, we continue the interview with John Webster. We’ll discuss the different blogging platforms, what to look for when hiring […]