Tag: social media

If I had to define social media for business, I would say that it’s an online communications tool, which helps to establish new relationships, enhance current relationships and increase awareness. The reason it’s so powerful is because we have a platform to instantly reach millions of people, furthering our opportunity to expand our reach beyond […]

I recently read a story about a dispute in a cafe, which was ultimately misleading, creating huge backlash on social media. This didn’t sit well with me.  We have the opportunity to broadcast our messages so we’ve become self-publishers of sort, yet we’re emotional beings, and as such, we post our version of stories. In […]

Two months ago, our biggest client submitted notice due to internal budget cuts.  Unfortunately, this is not a new scenario for us. When small businesses face financial struggles, the marketing budget is frequently on the chopping block, with social media ranking at the top. Social media is relationship marketing – a longer-term effort. Companies with […]

I’m often asked for universal tactics or quick tips for business social media. While there is no magic bullet, I have three ‘truths’ that I advise every business – regardless of their goals, their target or their industry. Humanizing works. Forgive me for sounding like a broken record, but this is SO important! People form […]

It’s hard to believe that I’ve been a part of the #Strella team for 16 months before writing my first post.  Needless to say, it’s time. In case you don’t know me yet, I’m Nathan. Rachel contracts my business to provide services for some of her clients, but I’m also her spouse – a.k.a. her […]

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 […]

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 […]