Orangejack

BlogOrlando was one of the best conferences I’ve ever attended.  It wasn’t just about the content (though it was great!), it was about the connections.  It was pretty easy to make connections and the conversations were easily started and continued with ease.

I was fortunate enough to be part of the team to pull the conference together.  Going into the conference I contributed with blog and twitter duties.  During the conference I was around to make sure things like power cords were in place and helped the speakers in the … Continue Reading

What’s that you say?  The web-o-shpere is only for young bucks?

Well boot my apple and fire my fox!

One of the Starbucks locations I frequent often has a seasoned couple in there – I’d say between them they have a good 150 years of life experience.   She is in a comfy chair with her Dell laptop, he’s in the comfy chair beside her with his Mac.  His iPod is plugged in and charging while she has her headphones on.

What they are doing isn’t any of my business. Maybe they are hanging … Continue Reading

Later this week I’ll be attending the third BlogOrlando unconference.  You can read all about the sessions we’ll have.  Though I’m not presenting, I have been helping with the blogging and twittering for it.

I’m really looking forward to reconnecting with some people, meeting some new folks, and taking part in the unconference.

On the serious side: don’t let the Internet overwhelm you. Let us know what you’re struggling with. We can help.

On the funny side: just enjoy the video! It’s hilarious!

YouTube – The Internet Overdose Song (w/FREE mp3)

On Tuesday Rob presented Social Media Basics at the Doterati Social Media Breakfast. In 20 minutes he did a great job of explaining Social Media, the different tools available, and why Social Media is important personally and professionally. While there are many social media tools available Rob focused on the more well known tools. And as usual he brought humor to the presentation! There is never a dull talk from Rob.

On his personal blog Rob posted a video created by Greg Pollack about the event that is worth watching…. Continue Reading

Wow!  I almost forgot to let you know that Tuesday morning I’ll be presenting Social Media Basics at the first event for doterati at the Social Media Breakfast.

Text messaging has grown from 17 million to almost 2 trillion this decade.

I’m not shocked by this. In Asia, Europe, and Africa, texting is perhaps the most common use for a cell phone.

Do you use your mobile phone for texting?  If so, why?

Chart from Anne Jackson