Posts by Carol Ross
Social Media: Adventures in Boundary Crossing
For a glimpse into the world of social media gurus, check out my posting on attending the Thin Air Summit in Denver. My thoughts and feelings before attending the conference: Will I fit in? High anxiety: What if I’m stuck in a room full of geeks? A sense of adventure: What will I learn and…
Read MoreIn Light of Dying
Do you know of someone who is dealing with a life-threatening illness or caring for someone who is? If so, check out a new social networking site, In Light of Dying. Two years ago, I was part of a team to launch the Conscious Living, Conscious Leaving blog and podcast. The podcast featured interviews I…
Read MoreThe Social Media Guru Next Door
Boundary crossers are people who inhabit more than world but fit wholly in no one world. I’m one of them, easily having a conversation with a group of engineers or life coaches or bloggers. Recently, I had a chance to immerse myself in the world of social media, by attending the Thin Air Summit. I’ve…
Read MoreChris Lowney Redefines Leadership: Think of Your Own Name First
Today was the Second Annual Social Entrepreneur Day in Colorado. I attended one of several events held throughout Denver to bring awareness to social entrepreneurship, as a way to solve global problems, by applying effective business practices. Chris Lowney spoke at the Association for Corporate Growth monthly luncheon. Beforehand, I talked with someone at my…
Read MoreCreating Community Through Blogs
Some tips I gathered from the Thin Air Summit: Photo by Gavin Andrew Stewart A first step to creating a community is to be a part of a community. It’s easier to join a conversation than to start one. Participate by leaving comments on other blogs. Rather than being an island by focusing solely on your…
Read More