This semester has reintroduced me to the joys of blogging. As a result, I have come up with a really exciting idea for a website that will celebrate individuality in a new way. I have since purchased the domain name for Iletitfly.com and I am currently working in developing what I hope will be a really cool site.
Also, I have learned that I need to continue to hone my writing skills and will continue to do so. I want my writing to be clear and concise so I will keep working to speak with authority in my writing. I will continue to use this blog as well!
Monday, March 14, 2011
Monday, March 7, 2011
Let it fly style star: Willow Smith
I have to say that when I first caught wind of little Willow Smith's futuristic style, I was a little taken aback. At the tender age of nine, her parents Will and Jada Pinkett-Smith have allowed her a great deal of freedom of self expression that a lot of little girls her age don't enjoy.
How many of us can say that our parents would have allowed us to shave half of our heads just to make a fashion statement? I couldn't even choose my own nail polish color at that age...red was out of the question!!
That stated, I think that something must be said for this little fashionista's bold approach to personal style. During a recent appearance on the Oprah show, Willow was asked to share her feelings on some of the harsh criticism she receives and she made it clear that she was unphased by it, good or bad.
At an age when most kids are trying to fit in, she surely stands out when she step out in bold colors and edgy styles. I do think that she is a little young for make up but she finds a way to wear a little while maintaining a fun childlike spirit which is important for all of the nine year old girls out there to see.
In a world of celebrity worship little Willow wants everyone to focus on being themselves. Her hit single "Whip my hair" is a song about letting go and owning your unique nature and this is a message that all young people can relate to.
With her good looks and Hollywood royal roots, I truly believe that Willow Smith is bound to be a pop star and I am excited to see how her free spirit evolves.
Monday, February 28, 2011
Nicki Minaj Afro Shoot!
As if to answer my "nappy headed hoes" rant, Nicki Minaj poses for a very colorful and fun shoot for which her doned a kinky wig! What would her "Did it on em'" hype man say?
I am so glad that she made this hair style choice because it goes along with her carefree style. She does not wait around for approval when she reaching into her closet and I think that is something that her young fans really admire.
As women we spend a lot of time and money on out appearance but how much of that is honestly for us? Nicki is one of the few who dresses to gratify herself and what she thinks is pretty. (Along with a little bit of shock value attention seeking.)
New way to view power point!!
Really bad power point-Seth Godin
I loved this article! I have never really thought about modifying my power point style that I modeling after that of professors and community organizers past. Usually I have seen power point as a means of outlining key points in presentation similar to the way that resumes outlines experiences but to think of it as a means of conveying emotion via images and six words or less is a fresh perspective to say the least.
I think about the important presentations that I have made in the past and I wonder if this approach would have gone over well. I wonder if my audience would have thought that I skimped on creating my PowerPoint or if they would be able to appreciate this concise approach.
I loved this article! I have never really thought about modifying my power point style that I modeling after that of professors and community organizers past. Usually I have seen power point as a means of outlining key points in presentation similar to the way that resumes outlines experiences but to think of it as a means of conveying emotion via images and six words or less is a fresh perspective to say the least.
I think about the important presentations that I have made in the past and I wonder if this approach would have gone over well. I wonder if my audience would have thought that I skimped on creating my PowerPoint or if they would be able to appreciate this concise approach.
Dunkin Donuts Social Media Campaign
Dunkin Donuts has been noted for thier "Keep it Coolatta" facebook campaign that encouraged facebook fans to take pictures of themselves with their Coolata drinks. In an effort to promote their coolatta drinks select fans with the best coolatta pictures received giveaways daily.
I think that this was a successful campaign because it allowed people to interact with their drinks making the product come to life. They could pull their phone out and share a small piece of Thieu experience with other people while entering a contest to win prizes like a flat screen tv.
Blogger Jennifer Van Grove pointed out that twitter was not included in this campaign as she was very curious about that and I have to say that this is where this campaign fell short.
Twitter is the perfect place for people to share small bites of their day with others. If their where to choose only one major social networking website to include Twitter may have been a better choice. I personally do not interact with the companies I am fans of on facebook so I do not think people like me could be reached by this campaign. On the other hand, think Tweets have a ripple effect that would have gotten a lot of people mobilized with their coolatas
I think that this was a successful campaign because it allowed people to interact with their drinks making the product come to life. They could pull their phone out and share a small piece of Thieu experience with other people while entering a contest to win prizes like a flat screen tv.
Blogger Jennifer Van Grove pointed out that twitter was not included in this campaign as she was very curious about that and I have to say that this is where this campaign fell short.
Twitter is the perfect place for people to share small bites of their day with others. If their where to choose only one major social networking website to include Twitter may have been a better choice. I personally do not interact with the companies I am fans of on facebook so I do not think people like me could be reached by this campaign. On the other hand, think Tweets have a ripple effect that would have gotten a lot of people mobilized with their coolatas
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