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I would love to read some of your takes on this article; Workforce development,  Mental & Social Health and Addiction specialists, Others. Thoughts? The Psychology Of Tech Addiction and Why Going Cold Turkey Doesn’t Work “A Q&A with Adam Alter, author of Irresistible: The Rise Of Addictive Technology And The Business Of Keeping Us Hooked.”

Sometimes “Free” is a great opening to engage

Posted March 15, 2017 By Frank Strona

For those of you with an interest in tackling the written word online or storytelling – I found some additional resources to share: Whats the scoop about Social Media? Check out the Social Media 101 – Social Media Quickstarter blog from Constant Contact https://blogs.constantcontact.com/social-media-quickstarter/# These are free (or mostly free) and online: Writing for the […]

Having interests outside of the workplace is “good business” .   When teams feel a balance and enage in activities that bring them satisfaction, pleasure, control, strategic thinking and creativity after hours, they bring the fruit of that energized mind back to the work place.   Bonnie Crater wrote back in July 2016; Having a Life […]

I have been reflecting and reading many of the comments on the recent series from @WhenWeRiseABC , @DlanceBlack and after reading the Cleve Jones book of the same title When We Rise back in December, I had posted a version of this message earlier this past weekend on one pals recent thinking, but thought I would share more widely as […]

How do I get started with an online blog? (Part 2 or 2)

Posted March 3, 2017 By Frank Strona

This is a continuation from Yesterday’s post where I started with one of the more common questions I get from friends and clients but instead of trying to promote and navigate you to any one platform; I opted to offer my top 10 thoughts on what to consider and then include some supporting links that I have relied on over […]

How do I get started with an online blog? (Part 1 of 2)

Posted March 2, 2017 By Frank Strona

This is one of the more common questions I get from friends and clients and can often be the simplest or the hardest one I get to respond too. In short; that all depends on what you are hoping to do. So instead of trying to promote and navigate you to any one platform; I […]

Top 10 Biggest Social Media Websites & Apps

Posted March 1, 2017 By Frank Strona

All you wanted to know about sites & apps in under 10 min!

The Social Media Revolution 2017

Posted February 28, 2017 By Frank Strona

Worth a reminder for those who need it; The Social Media Revolution 2016

Always nice to be recognized

Posted February 27, 2017 By Frank Strona

A little self-appreciation today; In November 2016, I was awarded presented with a recognition for appreciation for “commitment to and expertise in communication and digital media, helping the Presidential Commission for the Study of Bioethical Issues exceed its outreach goals to traditional and non-traditional partners.”

Overcoming the “label” trap

Posted February 16, 2017 By Frank Strona

We all at times fall victim to trying to live with in a contract of a “label”. Its how we are taught – it shapes and is shaped by our view of school, love, religion, success, family and so on. But, its important to also realize that success and a “life well lived” also is […]