Reviewer’s Retreat ’12 {Giveaway} #RevRet12

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GIVEAWAY CLOSED – Winner is Randi K.! Reviewer’s Retreat is the first conference geared specifically toward the issues and challenges faced by bloggers in the product review genre, a topic that is lacking from most conference agendas. Review bloggers, those who conduct product and resource reviews on their site, will converge to take part in sessions on a variety of topics including brand-blogger relations, website design, perfecting the pitch, statistics, photography and more.  This brand-friendly conference welcomes company and agency representatives as building and strengthening

My Trip to Fellowes Headquarters!

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When I first received the invitation to be an official “Fellowes Mom”, I was intrigued and confused.  I asked myself, “What do shredders have to do with me, or any mom for that matter?”  I honestly didn’t have a clue until I researched Fellowes shredders. It all started making sense. Think about it – moms open mail, pay the bills, and work from home. Moms handle very important documents on a regular basis.  So, where do those important documents go when they are no longer

Cheap Sally Party at BlogHer ’11 – A Recap

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  You saw me pack for BlogHer and the Cheap Sally Party in this cute video, but now it’s time to talk about the party itself, which was AH-MAY-ZING. First, I met up with all of the Cheap Sally Ambassadors (see pic above) right before the party, which was long overdue and awesome!  We had a quick briefing, and then it was time to party! (tough job, I know)

Packing for the Cheap Sally Dance Party and BlogHer ’11 – #CheapSallyParty #Blogher11

Since I’m headed to BlogHer and the Cheap Sally Dance Party this week, I had to start packing.  I decided to film it so you could get an idea of how I like to pack.  And dance. See you at BlogHer!

Look Out for “Mom Sparkles” at BlogHer ’11 – Sponsored by MashON!

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What is a “Mom Sparkle”, you ask? The name was created by our very own Mom Spark Media blogger members early this year, and well, it just stuck.  When we started talking about BlogHer ’11 our Mom Sparkles insisted we have t-shirts made, naturally.  So, I put the call out on Twitter for a great t-shirt brand to take care of us, and MashON saved the day! MashON works with leading web properties and brand owners across a multitude of sectors to maximize:  the reach

#CheapSallyParty Twitter Party – Win Tickets and Prizes!

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We are so exited about The Cheap Sally Dance Party in San Diego this year – everyone is talking about this most coveted BlogHer’11 private party ticket (see press at CNBC). Just in case you didn’t get a ticket, here’s one more chance for you to come (or bring another friend) and dance on the rooftop of San Diego’s hottest club Stingaree with the coolest bloggers at BlogHer’11. Cheap Sally, Collective Bias and Party Bluprints have joined forces to bring you this party with one

Preparing Your Blog, as a Business, for BlogHer #BlogHer11

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This post is strictly focused on the business side of preparing for BlogHer. (no packing or wardrobe tips here) BUSINESS CARDS & PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS Whether you are headed to BlogHer to connect with businesses or meet up with old friends, you will want to have business cards on hand to pass out.  Typically, business cards should include your: NAME TITLE/POSITION PHONE NUMBER ADDRESS EMAIL ADDRESS WEBSITE/BLOG URLS Additional information can include: