TweetUp NYC Friday Dec 2 at Roger Smith Hotel

The fabulous Cathleen Rittereiser @CathleenRitt kindly launched this tweetup to gather some friends for my NYC visit. Beginning with a great core of participants, the group has been expanding through our networks. We are very pleased to be holding this gathering at the Roger Smith Hotel, known … [Read more...]

Twitter Community Shared Experience

You are never alone when you are on Twitter. We share experiences and that are Right Now. In certain moments, Twitter is like gathering around a warm campfire where we exchange stories about the same topic, as we do on the anniversary of 9/11. Sometimes we hold virtual hands during a small or large … [Read more...]

Twitter Tips from Twitter Pros

Learn how to Twitter from pros who use Twitter and other social media tools successfully in their business and their personal lives. This video collection of insights from smart people who have been using Twitter for years will help you get started in the right direction. Their concise, key Twitter … [Read more...]

Building a Local Social Media Network for LA

There are no borders to social media but sometimes it's important to build a database of key influencers in your city. In the vibrant Los Angeles scene, it may be difficult to decide who the "coolest kids" are but one thing is for sure, we have many of them. This article gives hints on finding them … [Read more...]

Online Community Leads to Offline Fireworks

We were talking about online personal branding last night. The beautiful fireworks display had just ended. Everyone had enjoyed the food and drink we brought to share. Fireworks view from Julie Spira's rooftop terrace in Marina Del Rey Julie Spira and I were explaining the value of a Google … [Read more...]

Digital Hollywood LA Spring09 Visual Romp

The sun shone brightly on the digital glitterati at the Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel poolside gatherings each evening May 4 -7. Alexia Tsotsis with Jeffrey Henderson Micki Krimmel with Sarah Szalavitz Tameka Kee with Kurt Heim Held both Spring and Fall (coming Oct 19 - 22) each … [Read more...]

Does Your View At Work Enhance Your Life?

I love a good view. I will often choose a restaurant with outdoor seating. I enjoy working on my lanai when I am in Kauai. I believe that a gloomy room saps energy from your head and heart. If you work for a corporation (and today with many of us gratefully clinging to any job, who is to complain) … [Read more...]

Twitter Fashion Opportunity

Intriguing Twitter fashion caused a notable comment spike on LaLaWag Feb 19 accompanied by the display of @LauriePercival's adorable derriere. There is a business opportunity to produce items that display one's Twitter address in a cool fashion. Where would you want to wear your @? … [Read more...]

Love is Everywhere even on Valentine's Day

One thing I love about social media is the many opportunities for hugs, both on and offline. Love is everywhere waiting for us all the time. One of my favorite hug moments with Chris Brogan Tonight I will be with friends at a Gala benefiting the Center for Aids Prevention in Beverly Hills. Ray … [Read more...]

Tech Entertainment Intersection Sparkles in LA

There are two major industries in Los Angeles, tech and entertainment. When it comes to bringing them together, LA has emerged as the clear leader. I thrived in the international community in Tokyo. Coming back to America, at first I missed being a leader of this and that, and being a regular at … [Read more...]