I'm fascinated by the Social Media world.
I know that it is evolving and the speed in which it develops is beyond my comprehension. I've attended three social media workshops in the past four weeks.
One was presented by a couple of local businessmen who own their own companies and are paid to advise clients on how to use social media as a part of their online marketing strategy. It focused primarily on how to enhance Search Engine Optimization.
The second presentation that I heard was an overview of social media and how Volunteer Coordinators can use it to recruit, connect, retain, and recognize volunteers. I'll confess that I'm already using our company Facebook page to accomplish these objectives.
The most recent seminar that I attended was six hours of social media platforms, strategy, content, evaluations and controls. One of my co-workers said to me, "This could be a full-time job!" Indeed, it could. And now we have one more team member who has joined the social media parade.
It's time to develop policies and make a case for improved SEO. What I find particularly interesting is that some people aren't aware that I am an administrator on two different Facebook accounts. I'm also managing my own Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Blogger, and Google+ accounts. Is it time to stop the insanity yet? The challenge, should I choose to accept it, is in regards to content~Keep it fresh over a span of five social networks where friends, followers, connections, and circles collide.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Opportunity
A friend told me that I should appreciate the fact that my day-to-day work is generally not stressful. If and when I feel that there is unexpended energy, take the energy and direct it elsewhere.
An acquaintance of mine works full time and teaches Zumba 5-7 times a week. Now I'm wondering if that's where my extra energy should be directed. I'm going to my first Master's Class this weekend. I've been to a few fundraising events and have taken Zumba off and on since it was introduced in Spokane back in 2009. I've taken enough classes to know what characteristics I appreciate in an instructor. (ie Remind me to really "crunch" when I do chest pumps, remind me to stick my rear out when I do squats and to get low when I'm not AND keep it FUN!)
I'm anxious to be able to wear the Zumba wear. I want to be "hip" like to the cool kids. Zumba wear is finally available in XL and XXL, but I'm embarrassed to buy it knowing that I want to lose a good 50+ lbs so that I actually feel good wearing those clothes and wardrobe malfunctions become a distant memory. Besides, I couldn't possibly be an instructor at this size.
I've been a "dancer" for 25+ years...My dance experience ranges from Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Funk, Clogging, Square Dancing, Foxtrot, Waltz, Jive, Salsa, Bolero, Cha-Cha, Rumba, West Coast Swing, and Tango. It's no wonder that Zumba hits a "cord" with me. :) I find myself in the car listening to music that I know Zumba routines to. And trust me, pumping your chest doesn't come easy in the car and at my size, pumping in the car leads to a whole lot of stares from surrounding drivers.
Plan:
1. Attend as many Zumba classes/functions that I can within the next three months to help me learn the routines and lose the weight.
2. Explore training classes and scholarship opportunities
3. Start a small group class of friends who enjoy Zumba as much as I do and who would support me in this new endeavor.
An acquaintance of mine works full time and teaches Zumba 5-7 times a week. Now I'm wondering if that's where my extra energy should be directed. I'm going to my first Master's Class this weekend. I've been to a few fundraising events and have taken Zumba off and on since it was introduced in Spokane back in 2009. I've taken enough classes to know what characteristics I appreciate in an instructor. (ie Remind me to really "crunch" when I do chest pumps, remind me to stick my rear out when I do squats and to get low when I'm not AND keep it FUN!)
I'm anxious to be able to wear the Zumba wear. I want to be "hip" like to the cool kids. Zumba wear is finally available in XL and XXL, but I'm embarrassed to buy it knowing that I want to lose a good 50+ lbs so that I actually feel good wearing those clothes and wardrobe malfunctions become a distant memory. Besides, I couldn't possibly be an instructor at this size.
I've been a "dancer" for 25+ years...My dance experience ranges from Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Funk, Clogging, Square Dancing, Foxtrot, Waltz, Jive, Salsa, Bolero, Cha-Cha, Rumba, West Coast Swing, and Tango. It's no wonder that Zumba hits a "cord" with me. :) I find myself in the car listening to music that I know Zumba routines to. And trust me, pumping your chest doesn't come easy in the car and at my size, pumping in the car leads to a whole lot of stares from surrounding drivers.
Plan:
1. Attend as many Zumba classes/functions that I can within the next three months to help me learn the routines and lose the weight.
2. Explore training classes and scholarship opportunities
3. Start a small group class of friends who enjoy Zumba as much as I do and who would support me in this new endeavor.
Monday, February 6, 2012
Tardiness
When I was in school I didn't have an option of being late. Well I did, but I also knew that negative consequences were attached to being late to class. I knew that at the very least everyone would be watching who was running through the door, I'd miss some super valuable piece of lecture or I'd have less time to complete a "pop" quiz.
It's funny that we get older and have more resources to get around faster and yet we still struggle to be on-time. In fact, for my generation, few arrive early to a function. It's almost the expectation. Formal affairs have adopted a cordial hour strategy to allow people to enter the event late without consequence.
Maybe if I had children I would be able to empathize a little bit more. Or I could use the excuse. I do understand some things are out of our control. And instead of planning better we accept the new practice as a standard operating procedure. Why do we do this? Why do we allow it of one another?
It's funny that we get older and have more resources to get around faster and yet we still struggle to be on-time. In fact, for my generation, few arrive early to a function. It's almost the expectation. Formal affairs have adopted a cordial hour strategy to allow people to enter the event late without consequence.
Maybe if I had children I would be able to empathize a little bit more. Or I could use the excuse. I do understand some things are out of our control. And instead of planning better we accept the new practice as a standard operating procedure. Why do we do this? Why do we allow it of one another?
Sunday, February 5, 2012
Running
If I had tennis shoes on right now I'd be running around Lincoln Heights Shopping Center.
I want to be heard. I want you to be as curious about me as I am about you. I want to tell you about my thoughts, fears, revelations, conversations, and more. I want to tell you that my body hurts from doing two hours of cardio (zumba) and I want you to say "great job!" l want you to tell me that I'm beautiful and that you wouldn't want me any other way.
I want to tell you that I spoke with Yong today. He advised me, much as family and friends do, on how I should increase my cash flow. Our conversation ended with an agreement that I wouldn't call him anymore because his girlfriend would arrive from China on February 21. I was hoping to visit with him on my trip to Seattle. Doesn't look like that is going to happen.
I want to be recognized for my hard work, talent, empathetic personality and passion to learn and grow. I want help from you to grow and be a better person and to be content.
I know. It's all my responsibility.
I want to be heard. I want you to be as curious about me as I am about you. I want to tell you about my thoughts, fears, revelations, conversations, and more. I want to tell you that my body hurts from doing two hours of cardio (zumba) and I want you to say "great job!" l want you to tell me that I'm beautiful and that you wouldn't want me any other way.
I want to tell you that I spoke with Yong today. He advised me, much as family and friends do, on how I should increase my cash flow. Our conversation ended with an agreement that I wouldn't call him anymore because his girlfriend would arrive from China on February 21. I was hoping to visit with him on my trip to Seattle. Doesn't look like that is going to happen.
I want to be recognized for my hard work, talent, empathetic personality and passion to learn and grow. I want help from you to grow and be a better person and to be content.
I know. It's all my responsibility.
Thursday, February 2, 2012
Leads--What do you do with them?
I've had the distinct opportunity to particpate in Leadership Spokane this year. I've met over 40 professionals in the city of Spokane who specialize in a vairety of professions. Total, I have procured three different leads as of 2/2/12.
The first was through Cindy Thompson who works at the Spokane Regional Health District. She had given me the name of an office who had physicians who specialized in sleep disorders. I was hoping to connect those physicians with our Wellness Director for a special lecture for the residents.
The second lead that I got was from Joe Williams of Lydig Construction. On Regional Economy day we toured the McKinstry office which was formerly the cable car garage. (The city used to repair the old cable cars there). Joe gave me the name and e-mail address of the woman who worked for McKinstry and who had given us a tour of their newly remodeled building. I thought that it could be a mystery trip of sorts for the residents.
The third lead came from Jeff Herbster of Winston & Cashatt Lawyers. He referred me to two of his partners who specialize in employment law. They will be speaking at a Spring Workshop for DOVIA (Directors Of Volunteers In Agencies) in May.
In case there is any question of how Leadership Spokane provides an ongoing networking outlet, here is proof in the pudding. Furthermore, it is only February. I've listened to lots of speakers who have presented at our special "topic" days and have learned far more about how our community works. I'm looking forward to hearing Mayor Condon's State of the City Address next week. It will be interesting to hear what his perspective is and how swiftly the change may come about.
The first was through Cindy Thompson who works at the Spokane Regional Health District. She had given me the name of an office who had physicians who specialized in sleep disorders. I was hoping to connect those physicians with our Wellness Director for a special lecture for the residents.
The second lead that I got was from Joe Williams of Lydig Construction. On Regional Economy day we toured the McKinstry office which was formerly the cable car garage. (The city used to repair the old cable cars there). Joe gave me the name and e-mail address of the woman who worked for McKinstry and who had given us a tour of their newly remodeled building. I thought that it could be a mystery trip of sorts for the residents.
The third lead came from Jeff Herbster of Winston & Cashatt Lawyers. He referred me to two of his partners who specialize in employment law. They will be speaking at a Spring Workshop for DOVIA (Directors Of Volunteers In Agencies) in May.
In case there is any question of how Leadership Spokane provides an ongoing networking outlet, here is proof in the pudding. Furthermore, it is only February. I've listened to lots of speakers who have presented at our special "topic" days and have learned far more about how our community works. I'm looking forward to hearing Mayor Condon's State of the City Address next week. It will be interesting to hear what his perspective is and how swiftly the change may come about.
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