Tech Girls unite! Metro Detroit women who work in any tech-related industry now have a local organization tailored specifically to them. I’m excited to be a part of Girls in Tech (GIT) Detroit, a social network focused on the engagement, education and empowerment of like-minded, professional, intelligent and influential women in technology. Our first initiative is Laptops for Ladies, a charity laptop drive during the holidays to support the technology needs of women who are under-served.
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Build a Social Network and Do Amazing Things
So let’s say that you’ve put the time and effort into building a social network online and off. Other than knowing more people, and possibly getting a bit more business, can you do any amazing things by knowing more people? YES! Here are three examples from the Detroit area of people who were able (or are doing) amazing things because of the social network they’ve built. Hopefully you’ll get inspired to try some new things too!
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6 Consequences of NOT Using Social Media
I’ve heard from a lot of business owners who are interested in using social media, but when it comes down to actually doing it, they complain about the time and/or money involved. Yet these same people will make time for other things they deem crucial — networking, advertising, etc. Finding the time or hiring someone else to help with social media isn’t an issue if you think it’s important enough. But, there are consequences to not using social media:
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