Final Blog Post

These last eight weeks have FLOWN by. I have enjoyed keeping up with everyone and their blog. This course was so different than anything I have taken before. We have been able to be open and share things that interest us. I would have never even created a blog if it wasn't for this course. I have learned that social media is a huge part of marketing. It is way bigger than I expected. I never pay attention to all the ads on social media, but when I started this class and it was brought to my attention I was blown away. Social media is a great place to post ads about your business. In my opinion that is one of the only ways small, local business can get their name out there. Most people don't read newspapers or anything like that, it is all social media. I would like to learn more about YouTube and even use it more. The amount of people on YouTube is incredible. I haven't been on twitter in a really long time, but I think that is a good site that more people look at. The hashtag side of it is really nice, because you could start a hashtag for your business and if enough people started using that hashtag you'd become pretty popular. I will also use LinkedIn a lot more. I am glad Dr. Rahim encouraged us to update our profile and make sure everything is professional. I want people to be impressed by my pages and want to hire me. First impressions are everything. Thank you for following me these last eight weeks! It has been fun!

Blog Post 5 Podcast

Hey guys I am attaching a podcast for you to check out. It is a short podcast introducing myself and my brand. This was a whole new thing for me. I have never done a podcast, so I tried to have fun with it and not be too shy. Kayla Holtmeyer Podcast

Blog Post 4 Professional Social Media

Professional social media is a big deal. It is how we stay connected with so many people. We also have the opportunity to connect with new people. With professional social media you can also be presented with opportunities you would have never thought of. Employers who are looking to hire can get on sites like LinkedIn and view your profile and see if they are interested. Once they have received your resume they can view your profile on professional sites and put a face with a name and learn even more about you. Since starting this class I have realized how important it is to keep your profile up to date and professional.

I have accounts on all of the sites. Facebook, Pinterest, and LinkedIn are my favorite out of social media sites. I have been working on focusing my posts towards positive things, and things involving moms. We all need love and support and when someone visits my blog or Facebook page I want them to find that. I want to help other moms if I can and also share advice that I have found helpful. Being a mom isn't easy but I have found a new passion after having my first baby.

I highly recommend people creating a LinkedIn profile. It is the best way to connect with professional people in your area. You never know you can help you find the job of your dreams just because of a few connections.

I have joined Teething Tots and Boone. I love following companies that I use their products. It keeps me up to date on everything they are coming out with and products that maybe I haven't tried yet. I am still looking for other mom groups to follow that I will benefit from.

I have seen the importance on keeping my LinkedIn profile up to date. I am so glad I have updated it and made changes. I now check it almost everyday. You never know when the perfect opportunity will pop up.