Tag Archives: professional development

How Much Time Does Your Full-Time Job Take?

Posted on May 2, 2012 by

I have a confession to make…I am not a workaholic. Far from it. I don’t show up more than 15 minutes early, and most days I’m out of the office when the clock hits 5:00. Yes, I’ll put in extra … Continue reading →

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Why I Will Never Be A Social Media Director

Posted on April 26, 2012 by

Social media is trendy (even if it’s useful). Large companies have positions and even entire departments dedicated to engaging customers on social media. The University of Michigan recently hired a social media director for a cool $100,000 salary. People like … Continue reading →

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How To Conduct A Social Media Training That Works

Posted on April 12, 2012 by

Even though Facebook, Twitter and other platforms aren’t exactly new, there is still a need for social media training in many organizations. According to the Pew Internet & American Life Project, 65% of online U.S. adults use social media. Although … Continue reading →

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The Best Ideas Don’t Come From The Smartest People

Posted on June 6, 2011 by

I’m currently reading Here Comes Everybody by Clay Shirky, a book that attempts to explain the impact of technology and people’s subsequent change in behavior on social networks.  I had to put the book down when I finished chapter 9, … Continue reading →

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