Monthly Archives: November 2011

GBTC Breakfast Recap

I had the pleasure of attending the Greater Baltimore Technology Council monthly breakfast this morning. It was a combination of networking with many local startups and brainstorming sessions where startups pitched their ideas to the group and collected feedback. I listened to short presentations of an innovative media company that developed a live video streaming

Domain Ownership on Let’s Talk Digital

In this episode of Let’s Talk Digital, I’m discussing 2 Reasons why Ownership of a domain for your brand is an effective first step in building and establishing your personal and/or business brand.

CNN Discussion on SIRIUS XM

The audio from my appearance on SIRIUS XM’s Mario Armstrong show is now available. The topic of discussion was CNN’s Black in America 4 special and my reaction on the documentary and the actions that African-Americans need to take to be a factor in the tech industry. For more detail, Listen to the segment

The Attitude of Gratitude

The theme for 2011′s Thanksgiving is Developing the Attitude of Gratitude. You cannot get what you want until you first give thanks for what you’ve got. We all view people who may have a little more or have succeeded to heights that we aspire to reach. Before you look at what others have, take inventory

Main Event Conf Recap on Let’s Talk Digital

This evening’s episode of Let’s Talk Digital, I discuss the Main Event Music Conference and answer an attendee’s question about the best way to start with expanding their personal brand from a local to national presence. I provide 3 examples in the segment. Special thanks to the Main Event Music Conf. organizers for inviting me

Positive Feedback (Wendy Day)

I had the opportunity to share a speaking opportunity with Wendy Day on an informational panel at The Main Event Music Conference. Purchase Wendy’s ebook on Amazon.

The Basics of Building Your Brand (Now Available)

The decision to build a brand is a decision of empowerment that opens the door for a wide range of opportunities. In The Basics of Building Your Brand, I am providing an overview of what it takes to get started and some of the key elements of solidifying the foundation of a successful personal or

The New Relationship Marketing Review (Coming Soon)

I am set to deliver a full review of Mari Smith’s new book The New Relationship Marketing. I won’t give too many details away but if you enjoyed Never Eat Alone, this book falls right in line with the key concepts covered in that groundbreaking release. The review will be available next week. Stay tuned

Veterans Job Bill Audio Release Now Available

Download The Veterans Job Bill in Plain English Audio release today Look for the ebook version to be available for Kindle devices next week.

Innovation Nation: The Work Begins Now (Recap)

  I had the honor, privilege, and pleasure of attending the live broadcast of Innovation Nation held at UMBC, one of the country’s top tech institutions. I’ve recorded my thoughts on the event overall below including resources referenced during the panel. Panel of Experts Included: Ellen Hemmerly Exec Director UMBC Research and Technology Park Hank

The Veterans Job Bill in Plain English (Coming Soon)

This program is targeted towards Veterans of the armed forces and the family and friends that support us in our transition from active duty into the civilian world whether its Federal employment with a US Government agency, Commercial employment with a company in the private sector, or pursuing the startup of a business venture. There

What Factors Motivate Today’s Blogger?

My latest audio release The 7 Motivations of Today’s Blogger dives into the psychology behind the modern day blogger and provides some solid insight for business owners and brands on what makes these independent media outlets tick. Any business owner looking to build and expand their product or service will defintely need an in depth