I chose the non-linear path for my recent Social Media seminar for APA | NY . Engaging your audience is a hard dance to manage but, as in this case proved, doing so offers greater value FOR THE ATTENDEES from the event. Value doesn’t mean everybody leaves happy. Value means the audience gained answers to questions; ideally these answers demand a renewal of thought.

Thank you for sharing your thoughts on our post about library closures and the upcoming Pecha Kucha event.

Due to budget shortfalls, Indianapolis residents are facing the possibility of 6 public libraries being shuttered. Public meetings on the topic have drawn large crowds as residents speak up to save the libraries. One upcoming local event, Pecha Kucha 9, plans to delve into the topic with discussion of what our libraries and books mean to our society.

Recently I’ve read a few posts about converting social media fans or followers into something more. The question came up again at the latest Indy Social Media Breakfast featuring a panel of speakers in the cultural attractions and tourism industry. How do you move someone from being a follower or fan and get them to actually do something?

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Don’t Even Think About Logo Design Without These Tips : http://xrl.in/5cm4

Social Media Marketing: Listen, Engage, and Broadcast: A Seminar lead by Jason Moriber of Wise Elephant. This seminar will provide useful background on the social media arena (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and more), offer tactical and strategic advice…

Anatomy of Colors in Web Design: Black – A Representation of Style & Mystery : http://www.onextrapixel.com/2010/05/03/anatomy-of-colors-in-web-design-black-a-representation-of-style-mystery/

I love planning, lists and office supplies. Give me graph paper, newsprint and a whole slew of markers and I’m a happy camper….Well, usually….Recently I’ve been going through a growth spurt. Jamie Ridler Studios is flourishing and I’ve been bouncing off the walls with new projects and new ideas. Awesome, right? Well, kind of….