Published on Saturday, October 23, 2010 by caryn
Companies (both big and small) are moving their conversation into "the real world" and engaging with bloggers in cities across the country. Last year, I was invited to meet with General Mills in Minneapolis. It was my first "official" blog event and I was honored to be their guest. I had "read" about bloggers being flown across the country to meet with brands, b... Read More »
Published on Friday, March 26, 2010 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed. Congrats to the winners Carol #13 and Amanda #18!
Two years ago, when I started my blog (on blogspot), I had no idea that it would evolve into the site it is today. I started a blog to keep my family members across the country in the know and up to date with the happenings of our family. I had no idea I would meet celebrities or serve... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, February 24, 2010 by caryn
On Sunday, I had the honor of attending a blogger event for Silicon Valley Moms Blog. The pre-event round table discussion was phenomenal. How often do you get to sit in a room full of bloggers and companies to openly dialogue about how we can work together to promote each other? The discussion was lively and authentic. I have much to share with you about ... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, December 2, 2009 by caryn
I recently wrote about the importance of relationship-building when working with public relations representatives. And just like any relationship, growth and development occur when that relationship becomes face-to-face, rather than simply via email or even phone conversation. It would be impossible for you or I to meet every single company and their representativ... Read More »
Published on Friday, November 27, 2009 by caryn
This is a post I've been wanting to write for a long time. And I do want to start by saying that I, in no way, claim to be an expert on public relations, marketing, or blogging. What I do have experience with, is people. If you've read my bio, then you know I'm an RN. So why is a mom who works in the healthcare industry writing about public relations and mar... Read More »