This isn’t a new idea, in fact it’s an old one. It’s only the platforms on which we’re meant to sparkle that are different. Le sigh. Hands up if you’re already bored of all of the beaty-chesty congratulatory swill that people post in an attempt to feel any bit of anything at all. We chase this kind of interaction because we’ve forgotten how to say “Thank you,” and “Well done,” and any other nice thing to each other in real life – so we look for kindness online.
My Favourite C-Words
If there's anything I love in work & life it's a good deep-dive into C-words. LOL. WTF? Hold the phone... Yeah, welcome to my mind. Always a bit left-field, but that’s cool. Left-field was always my favourite position on the old baseball diamond anyhow. Seeing that I was born a literal C-word and seeing that C-Word was …
Hello Bath Bombs, Goodbye Social Media – Why I Respect LUSH’s Decision to Leave Social Media
Last week UK company LUSH (yes, the bath bomb brand that I cannot walk past without having either my daughter or my wife - or both - beg to go in!) told the world that they would soon be “switching up social.” And switching things up, they have done! In a statement across channels - …
Forget Hacking Algorithms! Do This ONE Thing & Your Content Will Stand-Out Every Time You Post
I'm Old(ish). Lately I can't seem to muster the oomph I need to get to the gym 3 x weekly like I used to. Long runs have turned into ambling walks where I look at flowers & other assorted flora. And, though it's difficult to admit, the pre-internet-era was a time that existed in my lifetime. …
The Case For Writing (And Investing In) Your Brand Story
What's your story? No, really. What is it? Humour me for a minute - let's try an exercise together. I want you to think about how you might answer the above question. Try to formulate a storyboard in your mind about your story. While thinking through it, allow your mind to wander. Allow your biases, for …
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VidCon Australia: Defining Influence & Working With Influencers
When I flew to Anaheim last June, I wasn't simply escaping a cold, wet, dreary start to winter in Auckland. I was on the hunt for sun, surf, summertime...and, something else entirely. Exactly what that 'something' was, I hadn’t a clue - but I knew I’d know it when I saw it. I knew a …
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Social Media Q & A: Influencers, Channels, & Trends
I’m a writer and photographer by trade (and by passion) – I’m also a woman who is hungry to learn.
Social Media Is Dead, Long Live Social Media
A few evenings ago, I had the immense pleasure of sharing a room with about 70 local digital and social media minds to talk about the ever fascinating topic of Social Media ROI. I'll be honest and tell you this: I stopped going to most social media gatherings centered around this topic a long time …
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