Comments for Karasma Media Legal Marketing Blog by Kara Smith http://karasmamedia.com/home Social Media Public Relations for the Legal Marketing Industry Sat, 08 Sep 2012 21:55:53 -0400 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8 hourly 1 Comment on Small and Medium-sized Firms Can Generate Business From Blogging by Vanessa http://karasmamedia.com/home/small-and-medium-sized-firms-can/comment-page-1/#comment-12006 Vanessa Sat, 08 Sep 2012 21:55:53 +0000 http://kar-as-ma.com/home/?p=75#comment-12006 I work for a small architect firm that has oficfes in the tri-state area. My Supervisor recently asked me to find new areas to promote our services given that the economy has hit our area rather hard, especially for new construction. My first thought was the social networking sites, especially Facebook, and when I told him that he was a little hesitant but told me I could look into it and let him know what I found. He was MOST concerned with getting on Google's first search results page and that is what we are working towards especially. I was shocked there actually existed a BOOK telling us exactly how to go about it. But sure enough, Internet Marketing for Architects was superb in relating various ways we could increase our buisness, even locally, using search engines as well as the social networking sites. We have began two campaigns, both on Facebook and YouTube, and ARE seeing success already. Even though I knew that businesses were using social networks for some pomotion and even though I knew we needed to, I sure had no idea how to go about it. I am thrilled that Mr. Holliday compiled this guide. His click-by-click steps make things extremely easy. We are going to try Google Places next using his techniques although we are fairly pleased at Facebook already. Sure, social media might not ever be our primary means of promotion but we are pleased so far at its payback compared to the little time we have invested there. And as we move up on Google, we really hope to see returns. I work for a small architect firm that has oficfes in the tri-state area. My Supervisor recently asked me to find new areas to promote our services given that the economy has hit our area rather hard, especially for new construction. My first thought was the social networking sites, especially Facebook, and when I told him that he was a little hesitant but told me I could look into it and let him know what I found. He was MOST concerned with getting on Google’s first search results page and that is what we are working towards especially. I was shocked there actually existed a BOOK telling us exactly how to go about it. But sure enough, Internet Marketing for Architects was superb in relating various ways we could increase our buisness, even locally, using search engines as well as the social networking sites. We have began two campaigns, both on Facebook and YouTube, and ARE seeing success already. Even though I knew that businesses were using social networks for some pomotion and even though I knew we needed to, I sure had no idea how to go about it. I am thrilled that Mr. Holliday compiled this guide. His click-by-click steps make things extremely easy. We are going to try Google Places next using his techniques although we are fairly pleased at Facebook already. Sure, social media might not ever be our primary means of promotion but we are pleased so far at its payback compared to the little time we have invested there. And as we move up on Google, we really hope to see returns.

]]> Comment on Arthur C. Smith, Fine Artist, Photographer and Educator Passes Away at 86 by Kara http://karasmamedia.com/home/arthur-c-smith-fine-artist-photographer-and-educator-passes-away-at-86/comment-page-1/#comment-8367 Kara Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:00:49 +0000 http://karasmamedia.com/home/?p=3953#comment-8367 Thank you so very, very much. My dad was truly an incredible human being. I am indeed blessed and will continue to create in the spirit of his foundation. Thank you so very, very much. My dad was truly an incredible human being. I am indeed blessed and will continue to create in the spirit of his foundation.

]]> Comment on Here’s to Lawyers Dedicated to Legal Mastery, Civil Justice and Deconstruction of The -Isms by Kara http://karasmamedia.com/home/heres-to-lawyers-dedicated-to-legal-mastery-civil-justice-and-deconstruction-of-the-isms/comment-page-1/#comment-7092 Kara Sun, 04 Dec 2011 20:57:59 +0000 http://karasmamedia.com/home/?p=3861#comment-7092 Hey Dennis -- Apologies for not posting your comment immediately. I have definitely been in the midst of "culture shock" on multiple levels. However, to say that I was not ready to deal with the challenges I've been confronted with, would be to disregard the interpersonal development I've been privy to as a New Yorker for 26-years. I am confronted on a daily basis by jealousy, professional power-plays and a gamit of "isms", in a manner that no well seasoned New Yorker can be fully prepared to deal with. However, over the years I've come to realize that powerful leadership, integrity and Karma always prevail over negativity. I'm approaching my 1-year anniversary as a Valley resident. The sprituality, and inherant goodness of the people deeply impresses me daily, in a way that none of the inappropriate encounters I have had can compete with. My most profound lesson thus far, whereever I travel, I always take myself with me and I always am surrounded by joy - if I'm willing to embrace it. Hey Dennis –
Apologies for not posting your comment immediately. I have definitely been in the midst of “culture shock” on multiple levels. However, to say that I was not ready to deal with the challenges I’ve been confronted with, would be to disregard the interpersonal development I’ve been privy to as a New Yorker for 26-years.

I am confronted on a daily basis by jealousy, professional power-plays and a gamit of “isms”, in a manner that no well seasoned New Yorker can be fully prepared to deal with. However, over the years I’ve come to realize that powerful leadership, integrity and Karma always prevail over negativity.

I’m approaching my 1-year anniversary as a Valley resident. The sprituality, and inherant goodness of the people deeply impresses me daily, in a way that none of the inappropriate encounters I have had can compete with. My most profound lesson thus far, whereever I travel, I always take myself with me and I always am surrounded by joy – if I’m willing to embrace it.

]]> Comment on Here’s to Lawyers Dedicated to Legal Mastery, Civil Justice and Deconstruction of The -Isms by Dennis Decker http://karasmamedia.com/home/heres-to-lawyers-dedicated-to-legal-mastery-civil-justice-and-deconstruction-of-the-isms/comment-page-1/#comment-4892 Dennis Decker Mon, 19 Sep 2011 13:54:41 +0000 http://karasmamedia.com/home/?p=3861#comment-4892 After growing up in Phoenix and then travelling the world and settling in Manhattan, it is very hard for me to even visit Phoenix again. The racist, arrogant and non-empathetic values there are rampant to the extent that those who live there do not even notice. Those who visit Phoenix and other parts of Arizona may become immediately charmed, but living there and interacting on a day-to-day basis with backward attitudes becomes agonizing and depressing. After growing up in Phoenix and then travelling the world and settling in Manhattan, it is very hard for me to even visit Phoenix again. The racist, arrogant and non-empathetic values there are rampant to the extent that those who live there do not even notice.
Those who visit Phoenix and other parts of Arizona may become immediately charmed, but living there and interacting on a day-to-day basis with backward attitudes becomes agonizing and depressing.

]]> Comment on For Legal Marketers: K-I-S-S is Still the Golden Rule by Kara http://karasmamedia.com/home/for-legal-marketers-k-i-s-s-is-still-the-golden-rule/comment-page-1/#comment-2789 Kara Tue, 26 Oct 2010 12:46:18 +0000 http://karasmamedia.com/home/?p=2526#comment-2789 Hi Laura Lee -- So good to hear we're on the same page! Thanks so much fo commenting, Kara Hi Laura Lee –
So good to hear we’re on the same page!

Thanks so much fo commenting,
Kara

]]> Comment on Copyright And Libel In the Twitterverse – A Question for Copyright Legal Pros by Kara http://karasmamedia.com/home/copyright-and-libel-in-twitterverse/comment-page-1/#comment-2788 Kara Tue, 26 Oct 2010 12:42:03 +0000 http://kar-as-ma.com/home/?p=89#comment-2788 Hi Glenn -- Thanks so much for taking time out to comment! Kara Hi Glenn –
Thanks so much for taking time out to comment!

Kara

]]> Comment on Copyright And Libel In the Twitterverse – A Question for Copyright Legal Pros by Glenn Manishin http://karasmamedia.com/home/copyright-and-libel-in-twitterverse/comment-page-1/#comment-2656 Glenn Manishin Wed, 22 Sep 2010 11:33:47 +0000 http://kar-as-ma.com/home/?p=89#comment-2656 The short answer is no, especially where Tweets are not "protected" on Twitter and therefore are available to the world. Think of the issue of UGC ownership this way, as an implied license for re-use, else every RT would be an unlawful copyright violation. LexDigerati | The Law of Social Media (Part II) http://ht.ly/2I1vv The short answer is no, especially where Tweets are not “protected” on Twitter and therefore are available to the world. Think of the issue of UGC ownership this way, as an implied license for re-use, else every RT would be an unlawful copyright violation. LexDigerati | The Law of Social Media (Part II) http://ht.ly/2I1vv

]]> Comment on About by Social Media Workshop at Harlem Book Fair « http://karasmamedia.com/home/about/comment-page-1/#comment-2526 Social Media Workshop at Harlem Book Fair « Mon, 12 Jul 2010 20:11:34 +0000 http://karasmamedia.com/home/?page_id=470#comment-2526 [...] Kara Smith is the founder and president of Karasma Media, a Harlem based public relations boutique specializing in social media campaigns, and brand development for legal marketers and small to mid-size businesses. Karasma Media has garnered numerous speaking engagements and broadcast coverage for both Kara and her clients, including Fox 5 News, Newsweek’s Online Magazine, 10/10 Wins, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times NY , Harlem Torch Magazine, and Black Enterprise Online. [...] [...] Kara Smith is the founder and president of Karasma Media, a Harlem based public relations boutique specializing in social media campaigns, and brand development for legal marketers and small to mid-size businesses. Karasma Media has garnered numerous speaking engagements and broadcast coverage for both Kara and her clients, including Fox 5 News, Newsweek’s Online Magazine, 10/10 Wins, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times NY , Harlem Torch Magazine, and Black Enterprise Online. [...]

]]> Comment on Legal Marketers – Now is NOT the time to give up on Twitter by Kara http://karasmamedia.com/home/legal-marketers-now-is-not-the-time-to-give-up-on-twitter/comment-page-1/#comment-2507 Kara Sat, 26 Jun 2010 14:07:57 +0000 http://karasmamedia.com/home/?p=1955#comment-2507 Hi Shana -- Social Media ROI takes time. It may sound like a cliche, but it's true. Prospects are calling me now that I initially made contact with via online platforms more than a year ago, subsequently met at a conference in November. The beautiful thing is, with consistency and about 45 minutes per day, your SM efforts have an exponentially higher $OI than other forms of marketing. This article may be helpful... <a href="http://karasmamedia.com/home/my-typical-morning-routine-using-social/" rel="nofollow">http://karasmamedia.com/home/my-typical-morning-routine-using-social/</a> Hi Shana –
Social Media ROI takes time. It may sound like a cliche, but it’s true. Prospects are calling me now that I initially made contact with via online platforms more than a year ago, subsequently met at a conference in November. The beautiful thing is, with consistency and about 45 minutes per day, your SM efforts have an exponentially higher $OI than other forms of marketing.

This article may be helpful…
http://karasmamedia.com/home/my-typical-morning-routine-using-social/

]]> Comment on Legal Firms – Don’t Allow Outside Parties Using Social Media To Control Your Reputation by Kara http://karasmamedia.com/home/legal-firms-dont-allow-outside-parties/comment-page-1/#comment-2504 Kara Wed, 23 Jun 2010 03:26:57 +0000 http://kar-as-ma.com/home/?p=54#comment-2504 Thanks so much for commenting Don. Nothing to worry about -- ongoing action is the key! Thanks so much for commenting Don. Nothing to worry about — ongoing action is the key!

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