From early on we have been told that networking is key in establishing professional connections for our professional success. As part of having an account with linkedin.com, I have also made sure to network by joining groups where I can share ideas, news, and information with other professionals in my industry. Of the many groups I have joined, I wish to discuss one, "Orlando Entertainment & Event Professionals". Here, professionals will blog about their profession and their experiences, display job openings, training/conventions/meetings that may interest those in the group, and even provides an opportunity for members to interact and "connect" with other professionals.
The social group is set up like a thread. I may decide to post information about my company or random thoughts about the industry or the latest news that may affect those in my industry. Its very interesting to see how these professionals come together from all parts of the country and are able to relay information about the industry, their company, and themselves. Linkedin.com did something right when they created the opportunity for these professionals to form groups in this social media network. Its no wonder that linkedin.com has grown in popularity and is ranked as 4th in popularity after no other than Facebook, myspace, and twitter.
If you do not have a linkedin account and wish to grow professionally, I stress that create one and start networking with professionals that share the same passions and interests that you have.
Friday, February 25, 2011
Maybe Monty Makes Sense
http://www.scottmonty.com/
Who is Scott Monty? Well, it turns out that Scott Monty is the head of social media for Ford Motor Company. He blogs about his views on social media and marketing, advertising, and PR on the web. I find his blog entertaining as well as informative...more than anything I enjoy the way he expresses his views and thinks outside of the box.
I want to focus on his latest blog "Must See Twitter" posted on February 23, 2011. He quotes; "What's that, you say? You work on Thursday nights? Sorry, but that's when our show airs". This is what he suggests people sounded like several years ago when families would gather around together to listen to their favorite show on the radio or watch on television. The experience of watching entertainment has changed completely due to advancements in technology and social media outlets. For one, if one is not able to view a program, one may be able to record it on the dvr. The most fascinating trend is the way we communicate. Monty, suggests that we twitter or Facebook our opinions and experiences on a specific show, fill, or product...we are able to not just communicate with our family at home but with hundreds and thousands of network connections globally. The experiences we have are constantly being shared through social media outlets every day, hour, minute, and second of the day. We are the best advertisers of the market today and will continue to be of the future.
Who is Scott Monty? Well, it turns out that Scott Monty is the head of social media for Ford Motor Company. He blogs about his views on social media and marketing, advertising, and PR on the web. I find his blog entertaining as well as informative...more than anything I enjoy the way he expresses his views and thinks outside of the box.
I want to focus on his latest blog "Must See Twitter" posted on February 23, 2011. He quotes; "What's that, you say? You work on Thursday nights? Sorry, but that's when our show airs". This is what he suggests people sounded like several years ago when families would gather around together to listen to their favorite show on the radio or watch on television. The experience of watching entertainment has changed completely due to advancements in technology and social media outlets. For one, if one is not able to view a program, one may be able to record it on the dvr. The most fascinating trend is the way we communicate. Monty, suggests that we twitter or Facebook our opinions and experiences on a specific show, fill, or product...we are able to not just communicate with our family at home but with hundreds and thousands of network connections globally. The experiences we have are constantly being shared through social media outlets every day, hour, minute, and second of the day. We are the best advertisers of the market today and will continue to be of the future.
Social Media and demographics
Johanna Blakley: Social media and the end of gender | Video on TED.com
Johanna Blakley, Deputy Director of Norman Lear Center, studies the impact of mass media and entertainment in our world. She concentrates her studies in how mass media and entertainment influence out political, commercial, and social habits. Blakely discusses social media and the possible end of gender due to the mere fact that demographics can not be taken into account through the use of social media outlets.
What I found so interesting is not the fact that women are the largest users of social media, nor the fact that social media has taken us out of the demographic stereotypes, but the idea that companies will have a difficult time appealing to their audience, if they do not understand who their audience is. It is very interesting to see how social media outlets connect people who may not be originally associated in the same social demographic. She provides excellent examples of how social media has broken these stereotypes.
What will these companies do to market? Will they need to appeal to women just because they are the largest group in social media in every demographic category? Like Blakely, I do not believe so. I do feel however that gender roles can no longer be stereotyped as well as any other demographic factor such as age, income, race, ethnicity, relationship status, occupation, etc. Since the use of the internet, the world has become smaller in the sense that we are now more closely connected and openly communicate ideas, personal beliefs, political views, etc publicly. If we tend to like a movie, a show, a designer, a restaurant, we will say so through our social media outlet. Word of mouth is the best advertiser and this is where social media has come to play.
Johanna Blakley, Deputy Director of Norman Lear Center, studies the impact of mass media and entertainment in our world. She concentrates her studies in how mass media and entertainment influence out political, commercial, and social habits. Blakely discusses social media and the possible end of gender due to the mere fact that demographics can not be taken into account through the use of social media outlets.
What I found so interesting is not the fact that women are the largest users of social media, nor the fact that social media has taken us out of the demographic stereotypes, but the idea that companies will have a difficult time appealing to their audience, if they do not understand who their audience is. It is very interesting to see how social media outlets connect people who may not be originally associated in the same social demographic. She provides excellent examples of how social media has broken these stereotypes.
What will these companies do to market? Will they need to appeal to women just because they are the largest group in social media in every demographic category? Like Blakely, I do not believe so. I do feel however that gender roles can no longer be stereotyped as well as any other demographic factor such as age, income, race, ethnicity, relationship status, occupation, etc. Since the use of the internet, the world has become smaller in the sense that we are now more closely connected and openly communicate ideas, personal beliefs, political views, etc publicly. If we tend to like a movie, a show, a designer, a restaurant, we will say so through our social media outlet. Word of mouth is the best advertiser and this is where social media has come to play.
Sunday, January 23, 2011
"no strings attached"
Natalie Portman and Ashton Kutcher are starring in the new romantic comedy titled "No Strings Attached". The concept of "friends with benefits" is not new yet it never fails to lose interest. Everyone can relate at some point. The idea of crossing the line with your best friend, still being intimate with an ex, or simply not getting emotionally involved in a relationship. The idea of having your cake and eating it too is everyone's desire.
Desire is a muse for many novels, music, films. Human relation is an art form all on its own. I have yet to see this film, but I can understand the interest in the topic. It all goes back to whether or not we can have the best of both worlds or discover that we may want something completely differently. Human beings posses two organs in constant battle with each other when it has to do with human interaction; the brain and the heart (metaphorically speaking).
Natalie Portman is not only well known as a great actress but a well respected producer. She is up for an oscar award and I'm certain there is nothing that she can't accomplish. Romantic comedies are profitable mostly because of the vast audience it attracts. It attracts anyone who has ever loved or have the desire to be loved or to anyone who has ever been in an interesting situation. Basically, everyone can relate at some point I'm sure.
Desire is a muse for many novels, music, films. Human relation is an art form all on its own. I have yet to see this film, but I can understand the interest in the topic. It all goes back to whether or not we can have the best of both worlds or discover that we may want something completely differently. Human beings posses two organs in constant battle with each other when it has to do with human interaction; the brain and the heart (metaphorically speaking).
Natalie Portman is not only well known as a great actress but a well respected producer. She is up for an oscar award and I'm certain there is nothing that she can't accomplish. Romantic comedies are profitable mostly because of the vast audience it attracts. It attracts anyone who has ever loved or have the desire to be loved or to anyone who has ever been in an interesting situation. Basically, everyone can relate at some point I'm sure.
Burlesque
Burlesque! The European art form with a sexy American twist that was very popular in the late 1800's to early 1900's seems to be making a come back. The musical film, "Burlesque" directed by Steven Antin staring Cher and Christina Aguilera has made a racy impact in today's sexual revolution. In the early 1900's this art form may have been a bit taboo. Today, women would agree that burlesque it classy, elegant, and seductive.
I attended a Burlesque show and class at the ICEBAR in Orlando, FL. Not only did I enjoy myself, but I realized that all the women there really enjoyed the show and the interest in taking classes was quite high. It may be because the instructor expressed burlesque to be all about the tease. Some how this racy art form became part of modern day courting. Some would even say that it embraces feminity. Sex has become a recreation and weighs heavily in relationships.
I was pleased to learn that Blissful Lotus, the company who teaches burlesque and other classes on intimacy, will be at ICEBAR every other wednesday night. I'm certain that the film inspired many women to embrace their sexual charge and proclaim their femininity. I am very interested to learn more about what else Blissful Lotus has to offer. I'm certain that this trend will continue to be a classic stamp in sexual history and human arts.
I attended a Burlesque show and class at the ICEBAR in Orlando, FL. Not only did I enjoy myself, but I realized that all the women there really enjoyed the show and the interest in taking classes was quite high. It may be because the instructor expressed burlesque to be all about the tease. Some how this racy art form became part of modern day courting. Some would even say that it embraces feminity. Sex has become a recreation and weighs heavily in relationships.
I was pleased to learn that Blissful Lotus, the company who teaches burlesque and other classes on intimacy, will be at ICEBAR every other wednesday night. I'm certain that the film inspired many women to embrace their sexual charge and proclaim their femininity. I am very interested to learn more about what else Blissful Lotus has to offer. I'm certain that this trend will continue to be a classic stamp in sexual history and human arts.
Monday, January 10, 2011
The Shannon Experience
I began a new chapter in my life on my 27th birthday. I gave up a job that I wasn't happy with and got myself and internship with "The Shannon Burke Show" in pursuit of a career opportunity in the field of my choice. I've always wanted to work in entertainment and somewhere along the line, I let life interfere with those dreams. I knew I had to make a change; it was now or never.
In this short amount of time, I have learned so much more than I could have imagined. I compare myself to friends who too have worked in radio and realize how fortunate I am to be working where I am. I have never worked in radio before so this experience has been completely new to me. I remember the first day on the job and already being on air and recording my first commercial. Immediately after, I learned how to pull audio and create my first "donut" and eventually assist the producer of the show.
I have never been more happy with any decision I have made. This one decision was about me and nobody else. When it comes to my career, thats the way its going to be. I consider myself very fortunate to be working for Shannon. He is not only well known, but an amazing person to know. I believe he is more complex than he plays out to be. I admire Shannon and respect him for accepting the mistakes he has made. He acknowledges his mistakes and reminds himself constantly of them every day.
Its not easy being a public figure; having others make up their minds about who you are and form opinions about you without actually knowing you. The human mind is the most complex subject known to man. We are not perfect beings and all make mistakes. I believe that it is how you handle yourself once it happens, that determines our character. I know that its the media's job to relay information but they are also responsible for creating the perception we have of others.
On nights where we would go out and do a promo, I have met people that either love Shannon or hate him. I completely understand why they feel the way they do. Human beings are the only animals that can reason. We make up our minds and change them constantly and it is the media's job to help do so.
It makes me wonder about the sort of public image I am giving the listeners and followers of the show. Especially today, with Facebook and twitter and other social networks, it has become a lot more difficult to control public image then in early hollywood days. Now, everything is public and hardly anything is private if one is a public figure or not.
In this short amount of time, I have learned so much more than I could have imagined. I compare myself to friends who too have worked in radio and realize how fortunate I am to be working where I am. I have never worked in radio before so this experience has been completely new to me. I remember the first day on the job and already being on air and recording my first commercial. Immediately after, I learned how to pull audio and create my first "donut" and eventually assist the producer of the show.
I have never been more happy with any decision I have made. This one decision was about me and nobody else. When it comes to my career, thats the way its going to be. I consider myself very fortunate to be working for Shannon. He is not only well known, but an amazing person to know. I believe he is more complex than he plays out to be. I admire Shannon and respect him for accepting the mistakes he has made. He acknowledges his mistakes and reminds himself constantly of them every day.
Its not easy being a public figure; having others make up their minds about who you are and form opinions about you without actually knowing you. The human mind is the most complex subject known to man. We are not perfect beings and all make mistakes. I believe that it is how you handle yourself once it happens, that determines our character. I know that its the media's job to relay information but they are also responsible for creating the perception we have of others.
On nights where we would go out and do a promo, I have met people that either love Shannon or hate him. I completely understand why they feel the way they do. Human beings are the only animals that can reason. We make up our minds and change them constantly and it is the media's job to help do so.
It makes me wonder about the sort of public image I am giving the listeners and followers of the show. Especially today, with Facebook and twitter and other social networks, it has become a lot more difficult to control public image then in early hollywood days. Now, everything is public and hardly anything is private if one is a public figure or not.
Monday, December 13, 2010
my intentions
The purpose of my blogs is so that I may share with you my experiences, ideas, and concerns, as well as to relay information concerning hot topics and discuss local venues. I have a deep interest in people; I feel that there is nothing more precious and yet more terrifying on this earth than mankind. I intend to bring all of human aspects to light and set it forth stage. I intend to enlighten on entertainment, as it enlightens us on life. We have the power to make a difference one notion and voice at a time.
My interest in the entertainment industry and all its forms is what I intend to share. I'm sure that from time to time my interest in sociology and humanities will be present in my blogs. I also assume that the topic of business will be present through much of my entries due to the fact that I am back in school in order to acheive my masters degree in Entertainment Business at Full Sail University. As I learn and observer all aspects of this industry, I will share my thoughts, opinions, concerns, and ideas with you.
My love for this industry is obsolete; just as the industry itself is. You will find that the entertainment industry branches out into other industries and touches the people you may least expect. The more and more I learn, the more aware I am of this, the less I feel I know and need to know. I'm sure as I look back on this blog, I will hopefully see myself develop as a professional and as a human being. Thank you for following and letting me share my thoughts and experiences with you along my journey.
My interest in the entertainment industry and all its forms is what I intend to share. I'm sure that from time to time my interest in sociology and humanities will be present in my blogs. I also assume that the topic of business will be present through much of my entries due to the fact that I am back in school in order to acheive my masters degree in Entertainment Business at Full Sail University. As I learn and observer all aspects of this industry, I will share my thoughts, opinions, concerns, and ideas with you.
My love for this industry is obsolete; just as the industry itself is. You will find that the entertainment industry branches out into other industries and touches the people you may least expect. The more and more I learn, the more aware I am of this, the less I feel I know and need to know. I'm sure as I look back on this blog, I will hopefully see myself develop as a professional and as a human being. Thank you for following and letting me share my thoughts and experiences with you along my journey.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)