Writing a Press Release and How to Make a Media Pitch
Writing a Press Release A press release offers the media more information than a pitch. Sometimes, if written well enough press releases can be used as articles in some media outlets, or, condensed into a blurb or announcement in others. A press release should not be longer than one page. It should always have an...
[Continue reading: Writing a Press Release and How to Make a Media Pitch]Networking Your Mom-Owned Business
The media is not the only component when it comes to public relations; your peers are also crucial. Building relationships with them will lead to unlimited possibilities! If you own a local business, join your Chamber of Commerce or other similar groups and attend their events. It’s important to get to know your...
[Continue reading: Networking Your Mom-Owned Business]What’s in a name?
A name leaves a first impression. A name gives a customer their first glimpse into your company and what you do. A name is passed by word of mouth. A name will last a lifetime. So, needless to say, the name of your business is a pretty crucial element to your overall business plan.. How in the world do you ever begin...
[Continue reading: What’s in a name?]Meet Unni Strand
This week, I’d like to introduce you a great eco-friendly designer from Norway, Unni Strand. The girl does everything! From up-cycling, organic gardening, mom extraordinaire and a great teacher who inspires her students to be more earth friendly and eco-conscious. Tell us a little bit about you. My name is Unni...
[Continue reading: Meet Unni Strand]Etsy: Meet the Maker of Mermaid Charms
This weeks featured Etsy Mama is Kim Voigt, the owner of… Giveaway Alert! Visit our Mermaid Charms Giveaway for a chance to win one of Kim’s extraordinary pieces! MF: Tell us a little bit about yourself. KV: I grew up in Southern California and could not imagine living anywhere else. I often use...
[Continue reading: Etsy: Meet the Maker of Mermaid Charms]Fab Find: The Mom Entrepreneur Group
The Mom Entrepreneur Support Group is an interactive group that allows mom entrepreneur members to network with one another and share their stories and advice for balancing motherhood and running a company. Membership is free. I’ve actually been a member for quite a while and have taken advantage of some...
[Continue reading: Fab Find: The Mom Entrepreneur Group]MomPrenuer Interview: Krista from the Titi Collection
Recently I had the opportunity to interview Krista, one of the designers, from the Titi Collection. Titi is a line of beautifully handcrafted clothing designed especially for motherhood. With limited edition textiles, a built-in support system, and flattering silhouettes, Titi is a nursing line that fits a woman’s...
[Continue reading: MomPrenuer Interview: Krista from the Titi Collection]Etsy: Meet the Maker of Squares of Flair
This weeks featured Etsy Mama is Emily, designer and owner of Squares of Flair. **Be sure to check out the Squares of Flair Giveaway here on Mom Fuse!** Meet Emily MF: Hi Emily, Could you tell us a little bit about yourself and your shop? E: My name is Emily and I am 38. I am a busy mom to boy/girl twins who are...
[Continue reading: Etsy: Meet the Maker of Squares of Flair]Celebrity Interview: Alex McCord from Real Housewives of NYC
Mom Fuse recently had the opportunity to interview Alex McCord about her experience on the show “Real Housewives of NYC” as well as her new venture into being a published author. How did you get involved with the Real Housewives of NYC? Through my career as an actor and Simon’s involvement with film production,...
[Continue reading: Celebrity Interview: Alex McCord from Real Housewives of NYC]Etsy: Meet the Maker of Sueanne Shirzay Jewelry and Art
This weeks featured Etsy Mama is Sueanne, designer and owner of Sueanne Shirzay Jewelry and Art. Meet Sueanne MF: Hi Sueanne, Can you tell us a little bit about yourself and your shop! SS: I’m 45,(thank you Creme de la Mer, and Mom) born in PA, raised in Indiana, and moved to NY when I transferred colleges....
[Continue reading: Etsy: Meet the Maker of Sueanne Shirzay Jewelry and Art]Etsy: Meet the Maker of Kitchen Witch Cookie
This weeks featured etsy mama is Casey from Kitchen Witch Cookie! Meet Casey MF: Tell us a little bit about yourself and your shop - C: My etsy shop is an extension of my original website, www.kitchenwitchcookie.com, where I exclusively sell gourmet, ready-to-bake cookies, brownies, scones and biscuits. I branched...
[Continue reading: Etsy: Meet the Maker of Kitchen Witch Cookie]Etsy: Meet the Maker of Polished Two
This week’s featured Etsy artist is Tracy…designer and owner of Polished Two. Meet Tracey MF: Tell us a little bit about yourself and your shop - T: My name is Tracy Owens Chasteen and my Etsy shop of jewelry and accessories is Polished Two. Outside of my crafty endeavors and work with my Etsy shop,...
[Continue reading: Etsy: Meet the Maker of Polished Two]Etsy: Meet the Maker of Creations by Jae
This week’s Etsy features artist is Jamie. Meet the Maker of Creations by Jae….. Meet Jamie My name is Jamie (AKA Creations by JAE), and my passion, my obsession, is beading. I started when I was 10 stringing seed beads on fishing line, making daisy chains. My best friend’s mom had started making...
[Continue reading: Etsy: Meet the Maker of Creations by Jae]Social Networking & Customer Service
Written by Guest Blogger Tamara Putvin Social Networking & Customer Service For those in the Customer Service industry, remember the days that you were told. “If you have one unhappy customer they will tell 20 others”? Those days are long gone. I recently did a little study by doing a search on twitter...
[Continue reading: Social Networking & Customer Service]Etsy: Meet The Maker of Prairie Mama
This week’s featured “Etsy Mama” is Kim, owner and designer of Prairie Mama. Meet Kim MF: Tell us a little bit about yourself and your shop. K: I am a SAHM to 4 monkeys. My oldest passed away when she was 8 months old. I have since been blessed with a son and two daughters. I learned how to sew because...
[Continue reading: Etsy: Meet The Maker of Prairie Mama]Etsy: Meet the Maker of Jodimichelle
This week’s featured “Etsy Mama” is Jodi – Meet the maker of Jodimichelle….. Meet Jodi MF: Tell us a little about yourself and your shop…. J: I’m Jodi from jodimichelle.com and jodimichelle – the etsy shop. My husband and I have 2 kids ages 4 and 8 months and I stay...
[Continue reading: Etsy: Meet the Maker of Jodimichelle]Setting Your Customer Service Standards
This article was written by guest blogger Tamara Putvin Setting Your Customer Service Standards Things are changing in the online business world. People are trying to keep their business’ going and they are trying new avenues. The business’ that will succeed are the ones that truly care about their customers...
[Continue reading: Setting Your Customer Service Standards]Etsy: Meet the Make of Macaroni and Glue
This week’s Meet the Make feature is about Kelly Drill, designer and owner of Macaroni and Glue. Meet Kelly My name is Kelly and I’m a full-time mom and stationery designer. I’m also a part-time nanny for my 12-month-old niece. Both my husband and I are former actors, political junkies, technophiles,...
[Continue reading: Etsy: Meet the Make of Macaroni and Glue]Etsy: Meet the Maker of Handmade by Andrea Baker
This weeks “Meet the Maker” article is about Andrea Baker, designer and owner of Handmade by Andrea Baker. Meet Andrea Baker – Q: Tell us a little about yourself and your designs. My name is Andrea Baker and I enjoy sewing and crafting. I first got into sewing a few years ago when I decided I wanted...
[Continue reading: Etsy: Meet the Maker of Handmade by Andrea Baker]Etsy: Meet the Maker of Fake Name Designs
This week’s etsy featured artist is “Suzy Fakename”, designer and owner of Fakename Designs. Meet the Maker Every Mama deserves a little therapy in her life. A part of her day that doesn’t involve anyone else’s joy but her own. For me, that therapy is making jewelry. When my son is asleep...
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