Development

8 Career Tips from Laureen Ong

By Paige ~ April 16, 2013

“It’s not what you achieve, it’s what you overcome. That’s what defines your career.” – Carlton Fisk Last night I had the pleasure of seeing Laureen Ong at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism Must See Monday event. Ong is currently the president of the Travel Channel and has had an impressive career in the media world. Ong…

The “20-Something” Stigma

By Paige ~ January 31, 2013

“We never really grow up, we only learn how to act in public.” – Bryan White One of the big obstacles I’ve encountered since graduating a year ago is having my status as a “20-something” and a “recent graduate” define my professional abilities. For many clients and employers, people just out of college come off…

Foodie Porn on Pinterest

By Paige ~ September 24, 2012

When all the dust settles from a chaotic day of work, one of my favorite things to do is make a fun and yummy recipe from Pinterest. Any die-hard food lover knows that it’s pretty much foodie porn, let’s be honest. Last night I decided to take on one of the newest recipes that I…

10 Steps to Kick-Start Your Social Media

By Paige ~ September 21, 2012

“To utilize social media tools effectively and properly, you must absolutely generate spontaneous communications in direct response to what others are saying or to what is happening in that moment. Be yourself. Be conversational. Be engaged.” – Alize Sherman Not every business has the resources or even needs a big agency to establish and maintain…