I could use your help. Here's the thing: I'm not so great at asking for help so, before I even get to that, I want you to know that your offer to help comes with an immediate return on investment. If you can help me out, I'll find a way to return the favor. How I can help you 1. Meet for coffee or a … [Read more...]
Why this post is not a rant about traffic court
Earlier today, I walked out of traffic court after accepting a plea deal from the county for a traffic infraction earlier this summer. I really wanted to write a post ranting about how my willingness to pay a higher fine resulted in a zero point parking violation exposes the hypocrisy in the system. … [Read more...]
How to speak more by hustling more
It's been a week since we returned form WordCamp Chicago where Shelby Sapusek and I launched the public speaking arm of the She Said, He Said project. In that week, people have begun reaching out to us for help with social media and offering opportunities to speak. So how did we get here? Landing … [Read more...]
What It Means to Take "She Said, He Said" on the Road – Shelby Says
Today, Jim and I are getting on a train to Chicago. Tomorrow afternoon, we'll be on stage at WordCamp Chicago giving our "She Said, He Said" Live presentation for the first time. It's funny how life goes "She Said, He Said" started out as a simple phone conversation between Jim and me. That … [Read more...]
"She Said, He Said" Live at WordCamp Chicago and Tonight's #shehechat Topics
At the end of this post, you'll find the topics for tonight's #shehechat over on Twitter at 8 p.m. CST. Before we get to those, I'm going to share some thoughts on why I'm so excited that Shelby and I are taking "She Said, He Said" to the next level by doing a live version of our social media … [Read more...]
Obsolete social media networks – Jim Says
Yesterday, Shelby covered this topic and I must say by and large I agree with her. I know, where's the fun in a "She Said, He Said" topic when we agree? Well, sometimes it's more about different perspectives and I think this is one of those times. While I agreed on the word "obsolete" when Shelby … [Read more...]
Why your training investment matters
Last week, my daughter started a new job with a national restaurant chain. Later this week, she'll wait on her first table; more than 10 days after starting the job. She's had classes, shadowed other servers, studied at home, and, yes, even taken tests. Are you as committed to training your new … [Read more...]
How to Twitter Chat with ChatTagged
A week ago, Shelby Sapusek and I launched a Twitter chat (#shehechat) featuring us discussing social media, marketing and communications issues. It's a format similar to our "She Said, He Said" blog posts except it occurs live and our conversation is spontaneous and off the cuff. So, that's tonight … [Read more...]
Social Media and Religion – Shelby Says
This is another in the "she said, he said" series of posts in which Shelby Sapusek and I share our opinions on social media related topics. As always, ladies first, so today Shelby has her say on religion and social media, and be sure to check back tomorrow when I'll weigh in. I should tell you … [Read more...]
Introducing "She Said, He Said" Live Twitter Chat (#shehechat)
Over the last few months, Shelby Sapusek and I have shared our differing opinions on several topics via blog posts on JimRaffel.com. We seldom share the exact same point of view on any topic. That is, after all, what makes the posts fun to read (and write). We've had so much fun with the concept … [Read more...]