Celebrities are never bashful, especially when it comes to voicing their opinions, especially when there is Twitter. In the article Seen & Heard, Part 1, we looked at quotes that have been imparted by stars and other public figures, directly to us. For your reading pleasure, here’s part two. Imagine for a Split Second “The best way to…
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Seen & Heard, Part 1
They say a hint to the wise is sufficient. And, we’ve all heard of the phrase ‘famous last words.’ So, let’s tap into the minds of the famous, shall we? Forget the glitz, glamor and cameras as we delve into the minds of some of the most iconic names in history. Get a glimpse of quotes imparted by the famous,…
Need to Know Twitter Speak
From celebrities to private organizations, many have taken to Twitter, the popular microblogging site to convey their messages in real-time. As we sift through Tweet after Tweet on our timeline, do we really know what everyone is saying while cramming everything in 140 characters or less? If you do, consider yourself among the fortunate. If…
3 Cyber Crimes to Be Leary Of
Crime is crime, even if it occurs over the Internet, which is known as cyber crime. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), cyber crime involves hacking personal computers, laptops and wireless devices. A way ones information can become compromised, is with the use of malicious code. But, what kinds of hacks should I…
4 Top, URL-Shortening Web Sites
For trendy social media sites like Twitter, that only allot a certain number of characters per post, 140 to be exact, URL shortening is the way to go in order to shorten Web links. But, which URL shortening sites are excellent for trimming the fat from links? Of the many link-shortening sites out there, four are…
5 Social Media Snafus
Facebook this, Tweet that, is there anyone who’s not on some form of social media these days? More pointedly, the landscape of how we connect to one another is rapidly changing; which means we have much more to be aware of to not cause problems in our lives. But, you no longer have to assume…
Blog Versus Web Site
Chances are you manage a blog, Web site or both. Conventional wisdom may suggest that they are one in the same, but, however, they are not. Do you know the difference between a blog and a Web site? The showdown begins. Blogging Basics It may seem like the term blog sporadically surfaced, but a blog actually stands…
4 Personal Branding Tips
Ever thought of owning your own business? Or perhaps you are searching for ways to make your existing business ‘pop’ so to speak. Either way, by following the below four tips, you are sure to get the stamp of approval from everyone who looks at your brand. The Ambassador of Your Brand 1. Personal branding…
8 Headline Makers
Whether through social media, television or the various other media outlets, we constantly hear things that are particularly interesting to us; some are rooted and grounded in pop culture, while others are not. Nonetheless, here are eight shocking moments that will forever remain on the minds of many. Or at least until the next moment temporarily erases…
5 Ways to Better Sleep Hygiene
Tossing and turning all night, fluffing the pillow, pulling the cover over your head. Lack of sleep can have you feeling groggy and irritated in the morning; especially when you have a full day of things to plunge into. But, if you experience restlessness, there are five things you can do to get to la-la…
Social Buzz
From posting special announcements to pictures, can you imagine life without social media platforms such as Pinterest, Tumblr, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram? I can’t either. The Pew Research Center’s Internet & American Life Project released results of a study that was completed in the latter part of 2012 about social networking platforms. But, what do findings…
The Bully Effect, Part 1
We’ve all heard stories of people being bullied as children, some from the most unassuming celebrities. Or, we may have firsthand accounts of it because it was done to us in some shape, form or fashion. Knowing what makes bullies tick can be used to benefit your child or someone else’s. Being Aware of Bullying Signs…