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Re: The Final Chapter of My First Startup

KarenSwim — Mon, 30 Oct 2023 14:03:11 -0000

Thank you for the heart, transparency and humor, Rand. You truly are one of the good ones!

Re: May 4, 2022 - "I'm Going To Settle Things On Your Behalf"

KarenSwim — Wed, 04 May 2022 09:26:20 -0000

Preach Apostle Dwann! This word was fire!

Re: 5 Solo PR Pros Share Best Practices For Taking Time Off When You Run a Business

KarenSwim — Tue, 06 Jul 2021 20:04:13 -0000

Taking Fridays off is life changing. That is my regular schedule, and agree it is a good start!

Re: How to Moderate a Clubhouse Room Like a Pro

KarenSwim — Thu, 11 Feb 2021 19:23:42 -0000

This was really good!

Re: Are You Ready? Five Crisis Communications Building Blocks

KarenSwim — Tue, 09 Jan 2018 08:06:08 -0000

Gina, so glad that this was helpful!

Re: A Content Marketing Love Letter

KarenSwim — Wed, 08 Nov 2017 14:28:16 -0000

Joe, I have relied on CMI since the beginning, as a trusted source of information and insights. Thank you for all that you have done over the years. I could not be happier for you!

Re: Pondering Pay for Performance

KarenSwim — Thu, 27 Jul 2017 11:09:46 -0000

George, I respect your opinion but want to point out a few things. You are responding to comments from a live twitter chat 6 years ago. Our chats are an open discussion forum that allow solos and others to weigh in and share opinions and insights on various topics. The solo PR Pro community is made up of independent (or independent plus) business owners, so none are large scale, big brand agencies but many worked in that world in their previous life. Also, I'm not sure why you felt the need to defend your personal program, but it's not appropriate to promote your own services on this platform.

Re: When a Client Becomes Somebody You Used to Know

KarenSwim — Thu, 11 May 2017 21:22:58 -0000

Hi Stehen, thanks so much for sharing your experience. It is not easy but as you noted, letting a client go can be a positive experience.

Re: Monetizing Media Mentions with Facebook Retargeting

KarenSwim — Mon, 26 Dec 2016 11:21:03 -0000

Hi Karen, great question! Retargeting is not specific to physical goods and in fact, for this community, we all sell services not products. Whether you sell services or goods, your goals should be specific and measurable. What do you want people to do? Do you want them to subscribe to a show's newsletter? Watch another show? Download an app? Have a clear goal first and that will drive both your retargeting and how you measure.

Re: Get It In Writing! Free eBook from Solo PR Pro

KarenSwim — Wed, 02 Nov 2016 12:34:45 -0000

Hello Philip, we definitely do not want to "force" anyone to sign up for our free newsletter. I will unsubscribe you and personally send you the ebook. You may receive it more than one time, as we have no control over how long it takes for email systems to deliver. Thanks for your interest!

Re: Becoming CEO: Month Seven of Solopreneurship

KarenSwim — Tue, 20 Sep 2016 21:49:12 -0000

I am so proud of you and excited for your journey!

Re: The Pros and Cons of Facebook Mobile vs. Desktop

KarenSwim — Mon, 18 Jul 2016 16:05:02 -0000

Hi Johny, I would not say dismiss others experience because we can learn from others. However, I definitely agree that testing is imperative. Even the best advice needs to be tested, refined and tested again to fit your business and audience. Thanks for weighing in!

Re: 5 Summer Survival Tips for Solo PR Pros

KarenSwim — Mon, 18 Jul 2016 16:03:43 -0000

So glad it helped Gayle! The best antidote to things not going as planned is to work on our business, it can turn around our attitudes and our results! Good luck!

Re: 5 Summer Survival Tips for Solo PR Pros

KarenSwim — Mon, 18 Jul 2016 16:02:55 -0000

Thanks Daria! So glad that you found this one useful. We all need those gentle reminders, don't we?

Re: Becoming CEO: More Answers to Your Burning Questions

KarenSwim — Wed, 18 May 2016 15:04:40 -0000

I love these updates! The Solo Pr PRO community is waiting to welcome you with open arms!

Re: Becoming CEO: Two Weeks Out

KarenSwim — Tue, 19 Jan 2016 13:15:35 -0000

I am so excited for you! You are so smart, and personable, I have no doubt that you are going to rock this next step!

Re: Becoming CEO: Two Weeks Out

KarenSwim — Sat, 16 Jan 2016 10:20:33 -0000

Congratulations Jessica! You have a solid plan and are taking the right steps. We would love to have you as part of the Solo PR PRO community. You will indeed have access to time saving tools, tips, templates as well as the support of a savvy, seasoned group of indies to support you.

Re: Karen Swim to Lead Solo PR Pro

KarenSwim — Sat, 16 Jan 2016 10:15:08 -0000

So glad to have you as part of the community Joanna!

Re: Karen Swim to Lead Solo PR Pro

KarenSwim — Wed, 13 Jan 2016 14:35:43 -0000

Thank you Meryl!

Re: Karen Swim to Lead Solo PR Pro

KarenSwim — Wed, 13 Jan 2016 09:30:53 -0000

Isn't Kellye Crane the best? Thank you Gayle! Kellye and I worked hard behind the scenes to make this a seamless transition. You have been here from the beginning and I am so thrilled that you are part of the community!

Re: Karen Swim to Lead Solo PR Pro

KarenSwim — Wed, 13 Jan 2016 09:29:40 -0000

Thanks Abbie!

Re: Karen Swim to Lead Solo PR Pro

KarenSwim — Wed, 13 Jan 2016 09:29:27 -0000

Thank you so much Andy!

Re: Karen Swim to Lead Solo PR Pro

KarenSwim — Tue, 12 Jan 2016 09:36:17 -0000

Thank you Joan! Definitely new beginnings!

Re: Orlando or Bust! Last Chance to Register for Solo PR Event at Discounted Rates

KarenSwim — Wed, 01 Jul 2015 18:22:07 -0000

Look at us!!! Every single Solo PR Pro event has been amazing and had a long lasting positive impact on my business! I am so looking forward to Orlando! Woot!

Re: Are You Ready? Five Crisis Communications Building Blocks

KarenSwim — Wed, 01 Apr 2015 18:40:43 -0000

Fran, thanks so much for sharing your expertise on this subject. You are right in that it seems by now, every organization would fear not having a plan. Crowds gather virtually with clubs and torches in a New York minute ready to take down any person or institution that makes a mistake or misstep. I love the advice you've provided here and am looking forward to reading the ebook.