Cant Tell Me Nothing….Old School Happy Hour

This is one of my all time favorites…I think I made that back in 2007…I think that makes it Vintage Happy Hour

I hit 2000 Followers this week…

Things have gotten so busy that i didn’t even realize that I had hit a personal milestone.  This Twitter thing is something fantastic isn’t it?  First and foremost I couldn’t have done this without you guys.  The Twitter community is the most dynamic group of users on any Social Media Network.

I commented last November when I hit 1000 followers and much has changed since then.  October, November and December were my most active months on Twitter.  I think I was averaging 2000 updates a month….it was kind of crazy.  I have since cooled down and taken a step back.  I have found that it is just as rewarding to listen.

To be frank I was really just understanding the potential of Twitter back in November.  The last 2 months have been spent cultivating  relationships and building business.  Twitter is truly a full time job if you want it to make an impact on your business.

The beauty of Twitter is that its Global and human beings are the catalyst…but that requires you to be on your toes.  That has been my greatest frusteration.  It is hard to stay on top of the Twitterverse…Some days I just need a summary of what went down.  Moreover, Twitter is an addiction…so I am also struggling with balance.

The road from 1000 to 2000 surprised me and has left me in Awe.  @Shoesmitten warned me that Twitter got crazy when you hit 1000 followers.  I couldn’t agree more.  I saw record grown in my business.  Twitter powers my blog and is my top revenue stream.  I cant keep up with the orders!  If Twitter is not a priority in your Business Strategy then shame on you.  So Twitter entrepreneurs keep it up and move forward….Twitter is a melting pot of innovation.

I have to stress responsibility.  2000 followers is a measure of visibility and reach…we all have an impact on our community.

Boom…Part of The Soul Party (Spring)

Waffle Girls: Real Girls do Real Things

Over the Holidays I got a chance to interview @Wafflesgirls.  If you are not following them you are missing out on Some Cool Girls doing Cool Things.

Although Waffle Girls dessign t-shirts in the same space as Happy Hour I have to awknoledge their style and swagger.  I hope you all enjoy the interviews as much as I did.

ROLLERKITTI
WHERE DO YOU GET YOUR POWERS?
found them in my grandma’s closet behind a mu mu. i recharge them with macaroni & cheese frozen tv dinners.
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE FRENCH FRY?
the soggy, limp, gooey ones that flop over when you try to hold ‘em up straight.
MUST HAVE ACCESSORIES?
a solid gold hello kitty watch.
WHAT DO YOU WEAR ON SUNDAYS?
anything covered in glitter.
WHERE DO YOU GET YOUR INSPIRATION FROM?
comic books and beyonce music videos.
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE WORD?
cottoncandy.
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR MUSICAL INFLUENCES?
kanye west. my next-door-neighbor’s red and blue parrot.

HOOD CHARLOTTE
WHERE DO YOU GET YOUR POWERS?
i’m sorry i can’t tell you that. seriously, did you really think i would tell you that?
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE FRENCH FRY?
i do occassionally enjoy a curly.
MUST HAVE ACCESSORIES?
swagger is the ultimate accessory. nobody should leave home without it.
WHAT DO YOU WEAR ON SUNDAYS?
my mickey mouse pajamas. don’t you?
WHERE DO YOU GET YOUR INSPIRATION FROM?
the cookie monster.
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE WORD?
i like them all.
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR MUSICAL INFLUENCES?
gangsta rap. or britney spears.

MF BRITT
WHERE DO YOU GET YOUR POWERS?
on april 20th, 4200 i ate an apple.
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE FRENCH FRY?
waffle cut.
MUST HAVE ACCESSORIES?
spy kits and equestrian riding helmets.
WHAT DO YOU WEAR ON SUNDAYS?
a hat.
WHERE DO YOU GET YOUR INSPIRATION FROM?
blood elves, rogue warriors, diamonds and dragons. oh, beowulf, and russians.
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE WORD?
ni!
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR MUSICAL INFLUENCES?
the desperation of my starving cats, iron maiden, car commercials, game show theme songs and slayer.

SIMP
WHERE DO YOU GET YOUR POWERS?
playing 7 minutes in heaven with dumbledore.
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE FRENCH FRY?
i cannot answer this question without a parent or lawyer present, next.
MUST HAVE ACCESSORIES?
camera phone.
WHAT DO YOU WEAR ON SUNDAYS
my sunday best.
WHERE DO YOU GET YOUR INSPIRATION FROM?
jon & kate gosselin.
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE WORD?
nanananananaanananaannanaaaaaa!
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR MUSICAL INFLUENCES?
beastie boys, sky ferreira.

Check out thier Blog at http://blogs.myspace.com/wafflesgirls

Twitter Needs to be a Priority in 2009

Twitter is the most captivating social media platform on the internet.  I don’t know a place where you can network, socialize, build brand loyalty, educate yourself and directly engage prospects and thought leaders.   If Twitter isn’t in your top 3 things you do in 2009 then I would suggest that you rethink your priorities.

I had no idea what I was getting into when I registered for Twitter.  In fact I waited 6 months before I made a single entry.  My Brand Strategist told me to go to Podcamp Boston.  I heard @jeffisageek @Mikelangford and @gregverdino speak and…the rest is history.  I was hooked.  It took me a while to see its full potential but that’s the beauty of twitter…it has enormous potential impact.

I haven’t scratched the surface of twitter’s capability but I do know that it has immediate and long term benefits and it is a tool I can’t live without.

Cheers

Its time to Cowboy Up my Friend

I recently came across a post Is it a blog or website? on duct tape marketing that highlighted the emerging value of WordPress as a web tool. Users are utilizing WordPress’ capability as a CMS to bypass the technical expertise necessary to build out a quality site.

As an internet marketing consultant I talk to people everyday who are confused and uncertain on how they want to move their business forward in a web 2.0 world. “Should I spend money on a blog or should I consider building a high functioning website? Is there any way that I can bypass doing an SEO project?” The short answer is to be doing all of these things to position your business correctly.

WordPress lets the inexperienced and experienced test the web 2.0 waters without breaking the bank or driving themselves crazy. And now with the emergence of third party developers the sky is the limit on what WordPress can do.

Web 2.0 is more than just blogs, widgets, social networking and podcast. It has become a mentality and a way of life for the masses that spend a majority of their day connected to the internet. I have personally thrown around and heard web 2.5 and web 3.0. So what are you to do if you just mastered text messaging and the concept of an RSS feed blows your mind? All you have to do is change your way of thinking and web 2.0 will follow.  The best way to test any idea is to just do it.  Jump into the unknown.

If you like sushi you must Hit up this Hidden Gem

That is if you call a Newbury Street store front hidden.  When it comes to bang for your buck Shino Express fits the bill.  I like to order in and soak up the atmosphere…there is something about that place that makes you feel like you are the only one in Boston who stumbled upon it.

Shino is also part of the cool.

Sex and Drugs

I knew that would get your attention.  Honestly I want your feedback…What do you guys think?

The CooL

This isnt the typical New Years Resolution…In fact its not even a resolution.  It is a quest for cool.

Over the last few months I have been thinking about the idea of cool.  Cool is dynamic and complex.  It is something that comes from within and cannot be explained.  Cool also resonates with others and often defines moments, movements and people.

My goal  for 2009 is to find cool and be cool.  My commitment to cool goes beyond this post or my hunt for hipsters.  I have designated a space in my apartment for cool.  And yes it’s on display…for that’s the only way my interpretation of cool can be judged.

It is one thing to think you are cool but its another to have your peers embrace your cool.

2009 is the year of The CooL.