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One Word: Change
The only thing constant in this life is change. A long standing catch phrase that reflects the truth in today’s communications for business. Listen to what you are hearing around the groundswell of the internet. You can’t keep up with all the changes! The term Digital Darwinism was coined by Brian Solis. It means the…
Read MoreInvisible Children in Hampton Iowa
Cornerstone Cottage Kids is a local business in Hampton, Iowa. They cater to parents of children and provide toys, books, clothing and all with an educational bent and a lot of fun. This weekend they were very serious. We are honored to have this guest post. Kony 2012 Hampton Iowa Memorial Day Weekend Action Joseph…
Read MoreStudents, smarter than the average bear
Today I had a Skype conversation with a group of students at Sioux Central in Iowa. Their teacher, Mrs. Olson, helped to arrange it and sent me the above Fotobabble. These girls will be helping to bring National Geographic to Iowa. And yes, they DO MATTER. (two points to you if you know what…
Read MoreRoad trip on the Internet
I’m a local girl who’s turning 57 on June 1. What can I find in North Central Iowa to do? I set up a Google Alert for “Hampton Iowa” and here’s what I’ve found so far there. Finding Kind movie screening at the Surf . I googled ‘things to do in North Central Iowa’ and…
Read MoreLocals Weigh In on #TravelMidwest
Many people have weighed in on the conversation with National Geographic on why they should visit Iowa in their trek across the United States. Here’s just a few comments received from blog posts, facebook comments and twitter. But none of the glitz and glamour found in the big cities feeds my soul like quiet…
Read MoreWhy Do You Love the Midwest?
I live in the Midwest. Along with 60 million other people. That’s a lot of people. Yet we often get referred to as the fly over states. The payusnonevermind location. The “why do you want to go there” states. A group of us (Iowans) think the people that believe like that are wrong. Just plain…
Read MoreI Love Franklin County
That’s right – I love where I live! Here’s my presentation from the 140 Character Conference/State of Now in Des Moines. In the next week, I’ll be sharing other presentations. Let us know what you think!
Read MoreSuccess Comes With Help
The State of Now Conference 2012 is over. It was a big success, with many viewpoints presented, ideas exchanged, stories told and excitement generated. Over the course of the next several weeks you’ll hear guest posts from those who spoke and those who attended. You’ll read about the plans we have for the future, bringing…
Read MoreGet off your butt
Michael Libbie, who is speaking on the ROI of social media at the 140 Conference, made this video. Just for the State of Now Conference. You can still order tickets. As a matter of fact, use the code ‘verizon’ and get your $70 full price ticket for only $40! See you at the 140…….. …
Read MoreComment for a Free Ticket
So I’ve been a little busy lately ………. and excited for Monday the 23rd to come and we can rock out this State of Now/140 Character Conference! Now for the fun part ………… tell me why you’d like a free ticket that I’m giving away! Just post a comment and I’ll let you know Friday,…
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