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Social Media Makeover – Chicago
“Social Media” is all over the news (along with most other outlets and
conversations) these days.
What have you heard about Twitter?
Do you still have questions about LinkedIn?
Along with the ONLINE aspects, it’s important to build your network OFFLINE and then mix the two. Doing this effectively means creating, building and managing your reputation.
At the “Social Media Makeover” on February 3rd you will walk through ways to improve your personal image on-line. Have questions about LinkedIn and Twitter? You will be given examples of what you can do today to get more out of both. This interactive event will focus on 1) real-world case studies and provide you direct feedback AND 2) the strategies people and companies have successfully used to build business online and the steps you can take to do the same.
Full details and registration – click here!
We encourage you to bring your laptop. You will be able to work on your profiles, make changes, and get direct feedback from experts in the room.
PRICE: $25 ONLINE – Ahead of time. $30 at the door
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
New and casual users of social media.
WHO SHOULD NOT ATTEND?
People who are very experienced with social media or consider themselves “pro’s”
IMPROVING YOUR OFFLINE IMAGE & REPUTATION TOO…
While you are making over your social media presence, we thought we would help you in the real world. On hand will be a number of local companies to help you makeover yourself in 2010, including:
Halo for Men
Nicholas Joseph
The Shinettes
Ellehomme Holistic Medspa
Robin Walker, personal stylist of askRobinWalker.com
Mark Beier, personal trainer of “On The Go Health & Fitness”
Full details and registration – click here!
And more! There will be giveaways, a raffle with a prize from each, and you will be able to chat with them for tips on improving your look, style, and self in 2010!
The event includes a wine & beer reception, heavy hors d’oeuvres, takeaways on common mistakes, and tips & techniques for LinkedIn and Twitter!
Remember to bring your laptop!
Tweetsgiving in Chicago
TWEETSGIVING IS COMING TO CHICAGO!
In 2008 Tweetsgiving raised over $10,000 to build a classroom in Arusha, Tanzania. Imagined and built entirely by volunteers in six days, TweetsGiving was launched 2 days before the US Thanksgiving holiday, and quickly became the #1 trending topic on Twitter!
Tweetsgiving was created by 501c3 US nonprofit Epic Change
TWEETSGIVING IN CHICAGO - AND YOU!
Tweetsgiving is looking for organizers in Chicago to hold their own “gratitude parties” on November 24, 25 and 26 (or earlier in the week if you prefer).
These can be a variety of events, from 10-20 person house gatherings (dinner with friends?) to getting your friends or connections together in a public venue (such as a bar or restaurant) for networking.
We’ll be posting the events as official Tweetsgiving events to help you promote them AND Tweetsgiving will be supporting you along the way by answering your questions, offering suggestions and more.
Ideas for Gratitude Parties in Chicago:
- Maybe you’re going to be spending time with family or friends; you can get together, reconnect in a venue of your choosing AND give back to help a great cause by collecting money at the door ($10-$20 per person or more if you choose).
- For your business: Take this opportunity to spread the word about your business in Chicago AND online by having a company party on site or nearby! Connect with clients and employees to spread gratitude!
- Click here for more information about Gratitude Parties!
- Click here for more ideas to spark your creativity!
LEARNING MORE AND SPREADING THE WORD ONLINE!
You can look for the international hashtag #Tweetsgiving or the Chicago hashtag #ChiTwtg
To get involved you can contact:
Mark J. Carter @mjcarter or mjcarter (at) tweetnetworking.com
Jean Russell @NurtureGirl or nurturegirl (at) gmail.com
This year proceeds will again, in part, benefit the school in Tanzania, where a dormitory/orphanage, library, school cafeteria and additional classrooms are much needed. In addition, TweetsGiving 2009 seeks to fund new Epic Change partners and fellows in other parts of the world.
Leave a comment or contact Jean or Carter with any questions, comments or ideas.
More announcements coming soon!
Hope to talk to you soon Chicago, thanks!
Tweetsgiving: Events For Social Good and Gratitude (in YOUR city?)
Have you wanted to get involved with a social movement to help causes using both social media AND offline networking?
If so – there’s a global event coming up that needs your help!
TweetsGiving is a global celebration that seeks to change the world through the power of gratitude.
Scheduled for November 24 – 26, 2009, the 48-hour event created by 501c3 US nonprofit Epic Change will encourage participants to express their thanks using online tools and at live events. In honor of the people and things that make them grateful, guests will be invited to give to a common cause at events held across the globe.
In 2008 Tweetsgiving raised over $10,000 to build a classroom in Arusha, Tanzania. Imagined and built entirely by volunteers in six days, TweetsGiving was launched 2 days before the US Thanksgiving holiday, and quickly became the #1 trending topic on Twitter!
TWEETSGIVING 2009 – AND YOU!
Now Epic Change is looking for both city organizers and volunteers across the globe to help out with events in your city.
As on organizer you have the freedom to design your event in a way that makes the most sense for your community; Epic Change just asks that you include a way for attendees to show gratitude. Epic change will support you as an organizer and/or volunteer with helpful ideas and strategies for running your event and answering any questions you might have.
CLICK HERE for answers to the question “What do I need to do to become an organizer?”
WHAT CAUSE WILL BENEFIT FROM TWEETSGIVING 2009?
Proceeds will again, in part, benefit the school in Tanzania, where a dormitory/orphanage, library, school cafeteria and additional classrooms are much needed. In addition, TweetsGiving 2009 seeks to fund new Epic Change partners and fellows in other parts of the world.
This is a great opportunity to give back and create gratitude in your community.
Going into this Thanksgiving season, what are you grateful for?
What would you like to get involved with to create change this year?
Looking forward to talking!
Boot Camp: What is Twitter & How to Kick Off Your Business Twitter Campaign
Wednesday, October 7th, 2009
WHEN: 5:30-7:00
WHERE: OfficePort, 9 West Washington (Washington & State), 4th Floor
MORE INFO, REGISTRATION & MAPS HERE!
***This event is limited to 6 people; read below for more details***
Twitter is all over the news & media outlets these days.
What have you heard about Twitter?
What have you heard with regards to how people are using Twitter; what are they saying online?
- “I’m going to Starbucks…”
- “I’m walking the dog…”
- “Think I’ll have a burger for dinner tonight…”
Those are the wrong type of posts for business networking.
That being said…
Twitter can be a mystery for business owners and business development professionals who want REAL RESULTS and don’t have time for useless, watercooler conversations.
If you’re interested in building your business and reputation on Twitter and want to do it the right way, with the least amount of time each day (yet get the most ROI for your time) this boot camp can help.
You will learn:
- How to set up your profile or overhaul it if you have one so you attract the right people
- How to avoid the “watercooler conversationalists” and connect with business-minded professionals
- How to develop a niche tribe of followers on Twitter (in your business market/industry)
- How to kick off your Twitter campaign and
- Start conversations
- Organically build a following on Twitter
- Get people to notice you online and connect with you
- How to not only create a presence but build your network online and offline through Twitter
- And more!
This will be a very interactive seminar; no “pre-packaged” presentations, etc. The information covered and questions answered will be determined by you as a participant.
We’ll have audi/visual also so we can all look at real time examples on Twitter and walk through things step by step.
WHO IS THIS FOR?
People on Twitter but wondering how to effectively use it and people who want to start using Twitter the right way.
WHO IS THIS NOT FOR?
Experienced and seasoned Twitter users.
INCLUDED: Each participant will receive a personal, 20-minute follow-up phone session to help with any questions you may have after you start using the strategies.
REGISTER HERE!
100% Money Back Guarantee
We promise you’ll learn new (actionable) Twitter strategies that you can start using the same day–NOT just the “10 mile high” general ideas. If, at the end of the seminar, you don’t have 3 new strategies to use we’ll give your money back, no questions asked!
Presenter will be Mark J. Carter, Founder of TweetNetworking, LLC & ONE80, LLC: http://www.Twitter.com/mjcarter
***Limited to 6 People***
This event is limited to 6 people so you will get all of your questions answered.
There will be free wireless internet access; this way you can make changes to your Twitter profile (or set one up) and send Tweets during the boot camp (and follow people/have people start following you).
Twestival Local Chicago (Event: Social Media meets Social Causes)
TWESTIVAL COMES BACK TO CHICAGO!
WHEN: Thursday, September 10th
5:30-6:00: Registration
6:00-8:00: Twestival Event! (Social Networking & Mastermind Groups)
WHERE: Catalyst Ranch, 656 W Randolph (West Loop)
In September 2009 100+ cities around the world will be hosting Twestival Events which bring together social media communities for an evening of fun and to raise money and awareness for local Charities. Chicago’s chosen charity is OptINnow.
(You can follow OptINnow on Twitter here: @OptINnow)
(You can follow Chicago Twestival here: @ChiTwestival)
$10 donation (for OptINnow) at the door general admission includes drinks (alcohol/non-alcohol) and food!
The Chicago Twestival Local is for both people involved with Twitter & Social Media and people who want to know more about Twitter & Social Media; TweetNetworking is proud to be the organizer for the event. (We’d like to extend a VERY special thank you to OfficePort; Chicago Twestival’s platinum sponsor who is not only covering all the costs but also funding entrepreneurs for OptINnow.)
You can follow OfficePort on Twitter here: @OfficePort
People will enjoy networking and making new connections in a relaxed, social setting AND there will be (Optional) Mastermind groups!
During the event you’ll have the option of sitting down with 4-5 people to ask questions about Twitter, exchange ideas and make some valuable connections (in addition to the social networking). Joining in one of these groups is optional and our facilitators will check with people throughout the night to set them up; each one will last 7-8 minutes.
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For event information & registration online click here!
Are you on Facebook? Here’s the event info on Facebook!
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A WORD FROM OptINnow:
“Our mission is simple. We’re working to end global poverty. Faster. How? By providing those who live in chronic poverty with one vital thing they need to transform their lives: Opportunity.
We’ve made it so simple for good people everywhere to come together, to fund small loans, to witness big and lasting impact, and to truly change the world.”