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Many ask me how to create ‘good’ content.  The secret is simply generating content that’s valuable to your audience. In order to do this, you’ll have to listen, ask, deliver and re-evaluate.  Here are simple 12 steps to help guide you through this process. 1. Listen first. Read what your audience is reading, monitor the buzz […]

Last night, I had the pleasure of presenting to a group of deaf and hard of hearing (HOH) individuals through a program hosted by the Center for Independent Living of Central PA (CILCP). The program was made possible by a grant, which provided CART service and two interpreters. I, too, have a hearing disability. I […]

This morning, I spoke to a group of HACC students. The students were ambassadors for the campus and they help to lead the rest of student body.  It was an honor to talk to such a gifted group of individuals. I decided to keep the presentation brief and focus on answering their specific social media […]

While most are thankful during a holiday like Thanksgiving or Christmas, I am thankful on Veteran’s Day. My Dad, a disabled Army veteran, is my hero. He believes in our country and he was willing to die to defend it. The military honor instilled in him carried over to our family life. We had only […]

When I consult with new clients, they often have a surprising revelation about social media: it’s not magic! A successful social media presence requires time, energy, and creativity.  I hate to be a buzz kill, but social media is not a silver bullet. Just because it’s the new thing that everyone is talking about, does […]

Remember in grade school when it was said that a boy who picked on the girl did it because he really liked her? The same might be true in the social media world… maybe the best form of flattery. Do you know a social media heckler? Heckler Profile Type 1: You know ‘that person’ who […]

I often have clients that need advice about separating their personal and business contacts, especially on Facebook. However, I also advise against a big ‘separation.’ While I understand the need for privacy, I’m also an advocate for getting to know people.  It’s that human connection that allows people to get to know you, like you, […]

Every day, I talk with business owners who do not understand social media. They do not know what it is or how it works. I hope this blog will help to debunk some of the top social media misconceptions. Ok, ok, I’ll set up the page! Just because you have a Facebook page, does not […]