This week is #PBEvent - the annual Problogger conference! I am so excited! Blog conferences are SO inspiring. Every session I’ve been to has taught me something, and more often than not, the speakers’ stories have given me the incentive to do more. Write more, develop a product, … [Read more...]
Bloggers with disabilities on No Limits.
You might remember that late last year I was invited back to produce and anchor an episode of No Limits on Channel 31. My dear friend Kath (director of the show) was interested in how blogging allows people with disabilities to have a voice, and she wanted me to discuss that.I … [Read more...]
Using social media mindfully and for social good is not graffiti.
Saying social media has as much place as graffiti frightens and disappoints me no end. I'm one of many, many people using social media for social good, and these words feel closed minded, insulting and callous.I'm tired of people who don't use social media getting prickly at the … [Read more...]
Powerful friendships are made online.
I went to a blogging awards party on the weekend. It was so good to catch up with online friends in person. I took three photos the entire night - before the event. I sent one tweet. Connection in person took precedence.There was hugs, air kissing, and some bloggers are lip … [Read more...]
These are the bloggers to watch. BUPA Health Influencer Awards 2014
I was so lucky to be involved in the BUPA Health Influencer Awards again this year. The team at BUPA few last year's winners up to Sydney to present this year's winners their awards. I love these awards - they support diversity, good writing and social good. It is wonderful to … [Read more...]