Jim and I are on the road this week but have no fear because #shehechat will take place at its normal time at 8 p.m. CST tonight. We'll just be tweeting from a pretty cool revolving bar in the French Quarter in New Orleans. Tonight's #shehechat topics 1) Twitter and nonprofits 2) The iPhone 4S: Is … [Read more...]
Twitter and trade shows – Shelby Says
Yesterday, Jim shared the Twitter strategy he follows when he attends trade shows. The following is based on my experiences with tweeting during trade shows and other events. I have found Twitter to be my most beneficial tool when I attend events. The great thing about Twitter is that it's … [Read more...]
How I use my iPhone for social media – Shelby Says
This is another post in our She Said, He Said blog series. Be sure to check back tomorrow to find out how Jim uses his Android HTC Evo for social media and for topics for our #shehechat, which will take place at 8 p.m. CST Thursday. To understand how I use my iPhone for social media, you have to … [Read more...]
And tonight's #shehechat topics are…
If you've been following the hashtag #9statesin5days on Twitter, you know that it's been a long travel week for Jim and me. As I write this, we are at the airport in Phoenix getting ready to head back home. We will arrive in time to host #shehechat tonight at 8 p.m. CST, although we will host from … [Read more...]
Social Media Does Have Borders – Shelby Says
Yesterday, Jim told the story of Nora B's, a restaurant in Elm Grove, Wis., whose Twitter account is handled by the owner's daughter, who happens to reside in Florida. The interactions and experiences he's had with @NoraBsSpecials are all positive ones and led him to the conclusion that social media … [Read more...]
Where social media has taken me – Shelby Says
For our She Said, He Said blog posts this week, Jim and I will share our views on where social media has gotten us; both personally and professionally. Our #shehechat will return to its normal time on Thursday at 8 p.m. CST with special guest host @Einley because I will be on vacation. There are … [Read more...]
What I've learned from using TwUnfollow.com – Shelby says
Yesterday, Jim gave his view about TwUnfollow and how he uses it to grow his following and network. Due to the kickoff of football season with a Packer’s game tonight, #shehechat will not take place over on Twitter at 8 p.m. CST like normal. We’ll return next week, but with guest co-host @Einley … [Read more...]
Social media ROI – Shelby Says
Yesterday, I shared my thoughts about social media ROI from the perspective of a small business owner. Now, it’s Shelby's turn to take the She Said, He Said stage and share her perspective on the topic. And she loves having the last word since she's always right, well until tonight’s #shehechat when … [Read more...]
I'm afraid of Twitter lists because they might enable me – Shelby Says
This week for our She Said, He Said posts we decided to tackle Twitter lists. Shelby Sapusek leads off today with her take and I'll follow up tomorrow. As usual tomorrow's post will include topics for this week's #shehechat over on Twitter at 8 p.m. CST each Thursday evening. Shelby Says I would … [Read more...]
Email is a necessary evil, but I have a strategy
I do not like email. There, I said it. Yes, I know that it's the basis of many business conversations. I know that people rely on it to keep up with colleagues, family and friends every day. I use email every day myself, but that doesn't mean I like it. For me, email is my last chosen form of … [Read more...]