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How Volunteers Can Help You From Home
I used to work for a nonprofit that talked about giving in three ways: time, treasure, or talent. I always liked this expression because it did not limit the support of causes you cared about to solely monetary or physical donations. This way of thinking makes...One Year Later
A Reflection on the Last Year in Social Media One year in social media is like 10 years in the real world. SO. MUCH. HAS. HAPPENED! In August 2020, Instagram launched Reels – its short-form video response to Tik Tok. Weeks ago, Instagram said it’s no longer just a...
Marketing Checklist For Slow Times
Not too long ago, my husband and I had some 90s basketball movie reconciliation to attend to. I had never seen Space Jam, he had never seen White Men Can’t Jump. White Men Can’t Jump is no Oscar-nominee. But it’s a cute little movie with good...
Five Ways to Stand Out on Social Media
I have a bad habit of hanging out on the couch after work and scrolling through Instagram. After a day of planning, creating, posting, and commenting on social media, you would think that I would want nothing to do with it once I clock out. Wrong. Natalie posted not...
Being Basic: Why Cookie Cutter Content Doesn’t Work On Social
Remember the Ice Bucket Challenge? Many nonprofit organizations and small businesses come to us with a campaign idea saying, “Remember the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge? I want that.” Yes, don’t we all. The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge was internet *GOLD*! And for those who...