Blogging for Bucks

Yesterday, I was honored to be presenting in Traverse City to nearly 130 people for the Marigold Productions. At a local level, I do not usually talk about blogging or social media; mostly early childhood, mothering and eco-friendly talk is what I’m known for. It felt exciting to have a space where I could share… [Continue Reading]

The Value of Social Media

People on the Move

A blog I read often, Social Media Explorer because I like how Jason Falls spells out the facts and gets down to business – there is no fluff. Recently, Jason posted on what social media can do for your business and with 2010 upon us an Alicia’s timely post on Social Media for 2010 it… [Continue Reading]

Top 5 Reasons for Using DISQUS Comments on Your WordPress Blog

DISQUS Comments

I learned about the DISQUS comments plugin from two of my favorite social media mentors, Chris Brogan and UnMarketing.  It was super easy to install and quickly became one of my all-time favorites!  DISQUS is really more than a simple plugin for handling comments – it’s a social networking system that saves you a tremendous… [Continue Reading]

Tackling a very difficult subject – losing a baby for #ecowed

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At this Wednesday’s #ecowed Twitter party on November 18, 2009, we will tackle a very difficult subject – losing a baby, whether by miscarriage or at full term. The holiday season can be exceptionally difficult for those that have lost a baby. And trying to reach out and comfort those friends or family members can… [Continue Reading]

The FTC Speaks – What Do The Endorsement Guides Mean For Bloggers

The blogosphere has been buzzing about the upcoming implementation date for the new FTC Guidelines. The effective date is December 1, 2009. We’ve been talking about it a lot, and are hosting a free webinar next week. Well. because of that, I thought you might find this video of Mary Engle from the FTC answering… [Continue Reading]

ecostore USA: A Case Study on Social Media

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Return on Investment (ROI). Three words that almost every single social media and marketing consultant hears when they speak with potential clients. Clients that want to see numbers and facts - not just mushy stuff about investing in something and gaining more trust and online exposure. They want to know the bottom line. What will it cost… [Continue Reading]

Our Feeding Baby Green Chat with Dr. Greene

Wow, the #ecowed chat with Dr. Greene was AMAZING! So amazing that we can’t post the entire trascript but here’s the beginning of our eating healthy chat with Dr. Greene and you can get the rest at What the Hashtag. 8:58 pm 3greenangels: Welcome everyone! Tonights host @DrGreene-dad of 4 and so MUCH more! Guest… [Continue Reading]

#EatCleaner Rehash

  October 29, 2009 9:02 pm lifeonprint: RT @3greenangels Vote for Mareya Ibrahim w/ Eat Cleaner http://www.inc.com/newpreneur/vote.html #ecowed #eatcleaner 9:02 pm lifestooshort7: RT @3greenangels: PRIZE #3 RT to Win: Vote for Mareya Ibrahim w/ Eat Cleaner http://www.inc.com/newpreneur/vote.html #ecowed #eatcleaner 9:02 pm lifeonprint: @3greenangels I voted! #ecowed #eatcleaner 9:02 pm coolchillmom: RT @3greenangels : Vote for… [Continue Reading]

#ecowed with @ecostoreusa

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 Have you heard of @ecostoreusa and their eco friendly, plant-based household cleaning products? They are as effective as the leading supermarket brands, and their body and baby care ranges are gentle on your skin and are simply beautiful to use. According to the company their products are made from plant- and mineral-based ingredients, free of toxic chemicals that… [Continue Reading]

Social Media in Real Life

Jennifer and Sommer

On the way home from Vegas I was tired. My feet hurt, my body hurt my shoulder was about to fall off and I was recovering from some toxins (wine) and information people meeting overload. I stepped out of the taxi that I share wiht Melinda from Earth Mama Angel Baby and did self check… [Continue Reading]