#SoloPR Transcript – 10/8/2014
Special #SoloPR Chat 5th Birthday Celebration Questions:
Q1: Where were you five years ago? Could you have imagined where you’d
be now?
Q2: What’s the best piece of advice you’ve learned from the #solopr chat?
Q3: Why do you participate in the #solopr community? What does #solopr
offer you can’t get anywhere else?
Q4: Have you collaborated on work with anyone you’ve met via #solopr?
Q5: Where would you like to be five years from now?
Q6: Estimate how many new friends/colleagues you now have as a result of
#solopr
Transcript follows in reverse chronological order: #solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 1 dariasteigman 1:57pm via TweetDeck
To the next 5 years of smart & sass. #solopr
SoloPR 1:57pm via tchat.io
Thanks again everyone, and we'll see you in two weeks! #solopr
dariasteigman 1:57pm via TweetDeck
@Vruno It won't take long. As you can see, where's not a shy bunch. #solopr
KateRobins 1:57pm via Twitter Web Client
RT @KarenSwim: Toasting @KellyeCrane for her vision and this community of solo smarties! Here's to 5
more rocking years! #solopr
SoloPR 1:56pm via tchat.io
Don't forget, we'll post a re-cap tomorrow on soloprpro dot com w/winners of two prizes! #solopr
NovaComms 1:56pm via TweetDeck
BTW #solopr friends, speaking of #wine, I’m studying to be a Certified Specialist of Wine, so send vinorelated Q's or thoughts my way :)
JenMarsikFriess 1:56pm via Twitter for Websites
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 2 RT @KarenSwim: Toasting @KellyeCrane for her vision and this community of solo smarties! Here's to 5
more rocking years! #solopr
velo_city 1:56pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube
Glad to have found y'all! MT @KarenSwim Toasting @KellyeCrane for her vision & this community of
solo smarties! #solopr
JanetLFalk 1:56pm via Twitter Web Client
Congrats and happy Anniversary to @KellyeCrane for building and sustaiing the #soloPR community. See
you in two weeks.
KristK 1:56pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @KarenSwim: Toasting @KellyeCrane for her vision and this community of solo smarties! Here's to 5
more rocking years! #solopr
3HatsComm 1:56pm via TweetDeck
Ha @dariasteigman I remember that.. totally surprised, didn't know any of y'all would be there! @rajean
@KellyeCrane @markwschaefer #soloPR
KarenSwim 1:56pm via tchat.io
Au revoir mes amies! #solopr
dariasteigman 1:56pm via TweetDeck
RT @KarenSwim: Toasting @KellyeCrane for her vision and this community of solo smarties! Here's to 5
more rocking years! #solopr
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 3 thecharlesiwas 1:56pm via Twitter for Android
RT @KellyeCrane: A2: Big Q, but I’ve learned just how many ways there are to run a business. 1 size not
for all #solopr
KarenSwim 1:56pm via tchat.io
@gregwbrooks Be safe! #solopr
Vruno 1:55pm via Twitter Web Client
A6: I have few yet, but welcome all to help me change that. linkedin.com/in/kristinehus… #solopr
phyllisweisspr 1:55pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @KarenSwim: Toasting @KellyeCrane for her vision and this community of solo smarties! Here's to 5
more rocking years! #solopr
dariasteigman 1:55pm via TweetDeck
RT @gregwbrooks: Gotta scoot -- brushfires. Congrats to @KellyeCrane for turning a good idea into an
extraordinary community. #solopr
phyllisweisspr 1:55pm via Twitter for Websites
#solopr Also need to run to meet with my client/friend. Thank you #soloPR.
KarenSwim 1:55pm via tchat.io
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 4 Toasting @KellyeCrane for her vision and this community of solo smarties! Here's to 5 more rocking
years! #solopr
dariasteigman 1:55pm via TweetDeck
@rajean @KellyeCrane Oh, yes. It took us 2 hotels, but then I got to meet @3HatsComm,
@markwschaefer for 1st time too.
#solopr
SoloPR 1:55pm via tchat.io
Five years is forever on the Internet, and there's a reason #SoloPR has staying power - we're in this
together!!
KateRobins 1:55pm via Twitter Web Client
RT @SoloPR: It’s @KristK, and we’ll be sending her a #Solopr gift especially selected for Kristie, looking
something like this: http://t.copic.twitter.com/nfkBar5HXW
KristK 1:55pm via tchat.io
@3HatsComm And TCU! #solopr
3HatsComm 1:55pm via TweetDeck
@KristK OMG! the state of MS just imploded all reason and logic in the world of college football! Geaux
SEC. :) #soloPR
phyllisweisspr 1:54pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @gregwbrooks: Gotta scoot -- brushfires. Congrats to @KellyeCrane for turning a good idea into an
extraordinary community. #solopr
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 5 gregwbrooks 1:54pm via Twitter Web Client
Gotta scoot -- brushfires. Congrats to @KellyeCrane for turning a good idea into an extraordinary
community. #solopr
SoloPR 1:54pm via tchat.io
Thanks to all of you- veterans and newbies alike- for your participation & support of #SoloPR for more
than 5 years!
velo_city 1:54pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube
Fun! RT @KristK @SoloPR I just SQUEE-ed very loudly, more than I did after seeing the most recent AP
Football standings. #solopr
phyllisweisspr 1:54pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @rajean: I trust you found that happy hour @dariasteigman @KellyeCrane! #solopr Where we work
hard, think hard, play as hard as we can h…
NovaComms 1:54pm via TweetDeck
Cheers!! RT @SoloPR: It’s @KristK, and we’ll be sending her a #Solopr gift - something like this:
pic.twitter.com/rZpyBvAnGr
rajean 1:54pm via Twitter Web Client
I trust you found that happy hour @dariasteigman @KellyeCrane! #solopr Where we work hard, think
hard, play as hard as we can handle.
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 6 KarenSwim 1:54pm via tchat.io
RT @SoloPR: Thanks to @KristK, who's always quick with a wine-related quip, for her loyalty and
support all these years! #solopr
KristK 1:54pm via tchat.io
@SoloPR I just SQUEE-ed very loudly, more than I did after seeing the most recent AP Football standings.
#solopr
JenMarsikFriess 1:54pm via Twitter for Websites
Congrats @KristK! #solopr
3HatsComm 1:54pm via TweetDeck
RT @SoloPR: It’s @KristK, and we’ll be sending her a #Solopr gift especially selected for Kristie, looking
something like this: http://t.copic.twitter.com/nfkBar5HXW
phyllisweisspr 1:53pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @SoloPR: Thanks to @KristK, who's always quick with a wine-related quip, for her loyalty and
support all these years! #solopr
PaulaJohns 1:53pm via tchat.io
Nice! MT @SoloPR: It’s @KristK, and we’ll be sending her a #Solopr gift looking something like this:
pic.twitter.com/XwCdw7h1Hc
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 7 dariasteigman 1:53pm via TweetDeck
@KateRobins And #solopr's 5th Birthday too.
SoloPR 1:53pm via tchat.io
Thanks to @KristK, who's always quick with a wine-related quip, for her loyalty and support all these
years! #solopr
JasMollica 1:53pm via Twitter for iPhone
RT @SoloPR: She was highlighted in our very *first* chat recap (soloprpro.com/tapping-the-co…) and in
our most recent one too... #solopr
velo_city 1:53pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube
A6 18 people liked & 15 commented on the FB page post I made introducing myself, so if I count those...
#solopr
KarenSwim 1:53pm via tchat.io
Congrats @KristK! #solopr
dariasteigman 1:53pm via TweetDeck
Woohoo! It’s @KristK, and we’ll be sending her a #Solopr gift .. looking something like this:
bit.ly/1v2BBLJ
SoloPR 1:52pm via tchat.io
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 8 It’s @KristK, and we’ll be sending her a #Solopr gift especially selected for Kristie, looking something like
this: pic.twitter.com/nfkBar5HXW
JanetLFalk 1:52pm via Twitter Web Client
@SoloPR *drumroll* please as the long-time member is announced #solopr
KateRobins 1:52pm via Twitter Web Client
@dariasteigman Oh shoot! I missed another! Saw your tweet, wondered what the .. you were talking about
and realized it was Wed. #solopr
KristK 1:52pm via tchat.io
@NovaComms There's prob about 20 former co-workers that I'd HANG on sight. LOL #solopr
dariasteigman 1:52pm via TweetDeck
I was not in the first few chats. Loved the solo piece, but had to figure out it wasn't just "PR." #solopr
KellyeCrane 1:52pm via TweetDeck
It’s @KristK, and we’ll be sending her a #Solopr gift especially selected for Kristie, looking something like
this: pic.twitter.com/DCZMLMMz4r
KarenSwim 1:51pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @phyllisweisspr: Q5: We're in this together and feel every #soloPR member is a friend.
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 9 SoloPR 1:51pm via tchat.io
She was highlighted in our very *first* chat recap (soloprpro.com/tapping-the-co…) and in our most recent
one too... #solopr
dariasteigman 1:51pm via TweetDeck
When does the confetti drop down? #solopr
phyllisweisspr 1:51pm via Twitter for Websites
Q5: We're in this together and feel every #soloPR member is a friend.
KristK 1:51pm via tchat.io
A6: Rough estimate to how #solopr has expanded my network = 250
NovaComms 1:51pm via TweetDeck
Lots of huggers in the group! RT @KristK: A6: I'm thinking there's 20 or so that I'd hug on sight. #solopr
SoloPR 1:50pm via tchat.io
Finally, we have many wonderful long-time chatters, but only one has been with us since the *very*
beginning. #solopr
SoloPR 1:50pm via tchat.io
Thanks for your answers to a fun Q6! #solopr
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 10 dariasteigman 1:50pm via TweetDeck
Well put. RT @KristK: A6: I'm thinking there's 20 or so that I'd hug on sight. #solopr
phyllisweisspr 1:50pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @dariasteigman: You might not know that @KellyeCrane and I first bonded in person while driving
around town looking for happy hour. #solopr
dariasteigman 1:50pm via TweetDeck
You might not know that @KellyeCrane and I first bonded in person while driving around town looking for
happy hour. #solopr
KristK 1:50pm via tchat.io
A6: I'm thinking there's 20 or so that I'd hug on sight. #solopr
KellyeCrane 1:49pm via TweetDeck
@rajean Great to hear! #solopr
cloudspark 1:49pm via Twitter for iPhone
a6: 24, plus another 50+ more informally. #soloPR
JanetLFalk 1:49pm via Twitter Web Client
@cloudspark @akenn And now my daughters are more than 25 -- and one is a therapist! #solopr
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 11 SoloPR 1:49pm via tchat.io
RT @rajean: Q6. My answer: Easily 50+, thankfully. #solopr I may not be as consistent in these chats as in
the past, but still passionate!
dariasteigman 1:49pm via TweetDeck
Yes! RT @SoloPR: And toes! RT @dariasteigman: More than I can count with my fingers. #solopr
JenMarsikFriess 1:49pm via Twitter for Websites
Yes, SO GREAT! RT @NovaComms: @SoloPR SO many friends made at the #SoloPR conference earlier
this year.
SoloPR 1:49pm via tchat.io
RT @KarenSwim: A6: About 128 :-) #solopr
rajean 1:49pm via Twitter Web Client
Q6. My answer: Easily 50+, thankfully. #solopr I may not be as consistent in these chats as in the past, but
still passionate!
KarenSwim 1:48pm via tchat.io
Ha! Love it! RT @decillis: @SoloPR A6: I couldn't even begin to estimate. Let's just say a CRAPTON.
#solopr #scientificmeasurements
JanetLFalk 1:48pm via Twitter Web Client
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 12 @cloudspark @akenn My Mantra: When she's 25, her therapist will help her see my perspective. #solopr
KarenSwim 1:48pm via tchat.io
A6: About 128 :-) #solopr
decillis 1:48pm via TweetDeck
@SoloPR A6: I couldn't even begin to estimate. Let's just say a CRAPTON. #solopr
#scientificmeasurements
NovaComms 1:48pm via TweetDeck
@SoloPR SO many friends made at the #SoloPR conference earlier this year.
SoloPR 1:47pm via tchat.io
Hee hee RT @NovaComms: A6: At least 30 but probably more. Not good at math, that’s why I’m in this
biz :) #solopr
REDMEDIAPR 1:47pm via Twitter for iPad
@SoloPR a solid 24 #SoloPR
SoloPR 1:47pm via tchat.io
And toes! RT @dariasteigman: More than I can count with my fingers. #solopr
KellyeCrane 1:47pm via TweetDeck
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 13 Yes, this is silly :-) RT @SoloPR: Q6: Estimate how many new friends/colleagues you now have as a result
of #solopr
NovaComms 1:47pm via TweetDeck
A6: At least 30 but probably more. Not good at math, that’s why I’m in this biz :) #solopr
dariasteigman 1:47pm via TweetDeck
More than I can count with my fingers. RT @SoloPR: Q6: Estimate how many new friends/colleagues you
now have as a result of #solopr
rajean 1:47pm via Twitter Web Client
RT @SoloPR: Let's get collaborating! Remember, members and non-members alike can take advantage of
Find a PR Consultant http://t.co/9H6W3Dx#solopra href='http://t.co/9H6W3DxMSm' target='_blank'
rel='nofollow'>soloprpro.com/find-a-pr-cons…
KellyeCrane 1:47pm via TweetDeck
@KarenSwim Thanks to you and everyone else here for helping! #solopr
KristK 1:47pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @SoloPR: Q6: Estimate how many new friends/colleagues you now have as a result of #solopr
JanetLFalk 1:46pm via Twitter Web Client
@akenn Agree that every age of child(ren) has its moments and its lesser/stress-inducing moments. #solopr
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 14 cloudspark 1:46pm via Twitter for iPhone
@akenn @JanetLFalk as i repeat the mantra "it's just a stage, it's a stage..." #solopr
SoloPR 1:46pm via tchat.io
Q6: Estimate how many new friends/colleagues you now have as a result of #solopr
jlwitte 1:46pm via Twitter Web Client
@phyllisweisspr: Mixing clients and friendships is an awesome perk. #solopr
SoloPR 1:45pm via tchat.io
Great answers to Q5! Q6 is for fun... #solopr
KarenSwim 1:45pm via tchat.io
@KellyeCrane You have done this beautifully! #solopr
akenn 1:45pm via tchat.io
@JanetLFalk I try to enjoy every stage of parenting. It's always changing. Flexibility in my work life has
been huge. #solopr
SoloPR 1:44pm via tchat.io
Well said! RT @NovaComms: @KarenSwim I must travel, explore and experience! #solopr
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 15 KarenSwim 1:44pm via tchat.io
@cloudspark So true! #solopr
NovaComms 1:44pm via TweetDeck
@kcwriter Thanks Kelle! #solopr
akenn 1:44pm via tchat.io
@KellyeCrane yeah...your scale has tipped toward the "life" section of work/life a lot #solopr
SoloPR 1:44pm via tchat.io
MT @Vruno: Q5 - To build my practice as "cause broker" aligning brands & public figures w/charities to
raise more $ & awareness #soloPR
cloudspark 1:44pm via Twitter for iPhone
@KarenSwim keep going to places you love (best way to stay present) #solopr
3HatsComm 1:44pm via TweetDeck
@KristK more consulting and strategy yes, less day-to-day tactical execution .. that sounds like plan!
#soloPR
kcwriter 1:44pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube
@NovaComms That's a good goal. I like that. #solopr
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 16 phyllisweisspr 1:43pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @SoloPR: RT @KristK: A5: in 2020, I'd like to do more counseling and strategic work -- making a
difference, beyond making a splash. #solopr
SoloPR 1:43pm via tchat.io
Great one! RT @phyllisweisspr: #solopr Q5 In five years, I hope to continue being "friends" with and
enjoying my clients.
SoloPR 1:43pm via tchat.io
RT @KristK: A5: in 2020, I'd like to do more counseling and strategic work -- making a difference, beyond
making a splash. #solopr
phyllisweisspr 1:43pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @JanetLFalk: @akenn In 5 years your 18 yo will leave the nest. You'll have worked very hard to make
that happen Rejoice at the prospect.#solopr
KristK 1:43pm via tchat.io
A5: And I'd need to renew my new passport early because I've run out of pages, traveling b/t US and my
second home in the tropics. #solopr
JanetLFalk 1:43pm via Twitter Web Client
@akenn In 5 years your 18 yo will leave the nest. You'll have worked very hard to make that happen
Rejoice at the prospect. I did. #solopr
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 17 KellyeCrane 1:43pm via TweetDeck
@akenn I’m also hoping life will start cooperating with my ambitions, rather than thwarting them. :-)
#solopr
jlwitte 1:43pm via Twitter Web Client
RT @KellyeCrane: A5: Continuing to have fun every day helping make the lives of my fellow #solopr pros
better. That’s my mission in life!
KarenSwim 1:43pm via tchat.io
@REDMEDIAPR Practice makes perfect :-) #solopr
phyllisweisspr 1:42pm via Twitter for Websites
#solopr Q5 In five years, I hope to continue being "friends" with and enjoying my clients.
KarenSwim 1:42pm via tchat.io
RT @KristK: A5: in 2020, I'd like to do more counseling and strategic work -- making a difference, beyond
making a splash. #solopr
REDMEDIAPR 1:42pm via Echofon
Not totally there but each vacay is better RT @KarenSwim: A5: a master vacation taker, I take them and
then actually do not work #solopr
KarenSwim 1:42pm via tchat.io
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 18 @kcwriter Comically so, but yes! Wi-fi made it more of an adventure than intended, lol! #solopr
KristK 1:42pm via tchat.io
A5: in 2020, I'd like to do more counseling and strategic work -- making a difference, beyond making a
splash. #solopr
3HatsComm 1:42pm via TweetDeck
real A5: something 'else' - not sure if it's #soloPR or not, but doing the work I enjoy and am really good at,
less of the rest.
NovaComms 1:42pm via TweetDeck
@KarenSwim I must travel, explore and experience! #solopr
Vruno 1:42pm via Twitter Web Client
Q5 - To build my practice as "cause broker" aligning brands & public figures w/best-in-class charities to
raise more $ & awareness #soloPR
KellyeCrane 1:42pm via TweetDeck
A5: Continuing to have fun every day helping make the lives of my fellow #solopr pros better. That’s my
mission in life!
KarenSwim 1:41pm via tchat.io
@velo_city I'll let you know as soon as I master it, lol! #solopr
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 19 JenMarsikFriess 1:41pm via Twitter for Websites
Like @JanetLFalk's destination client. I hope to transition to clients whose biz/service is something I'm
very passionate about. #solopr
kcwriter 1:41pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube
You didn't work in Paris ?! RT @KarenSwim A5: Also a master vacation taker, as in I take them and then
actually do not work #solopr
KarenSwim 1:41pm via tchat.io
C'est possible! RT @NovaComms: A5: Running a successful #solo business and living in another country
#solopr
akenn 1:41pm via tchat.io
Family has driven a lot of my #soloPR decisions. In five years I will have an 18 year old in the house!
velo_city 1:41pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube
One can do that? RT @KarenSwim A5: Also a master vacation taker, as in I take them and then actually do
not work #solopr
SoloPR 1:41pm via tchat.io
RT @KarenSwim: A5: Still solo, collaborating with more solo partners, deepened expertise and wonderful
clients #solopr
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 20 kcwriter 1:41pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube
@SoloPR Thanks! Really appreciate the encouragement #solopr
KarenSwim 1:40pm via tchat.io
A5: Also a master vacation taker, as in I take them and then actually do not work #solopr
NovaComms 1:40pm via TweetDeck
A5: Running a successful #solo business and living in another country #solopr
cloudspark 1:40pm via Twitter for iPhone
a5: balanced in life demands and making a difference for others #solopr
SoloPR 1:40pm via tchat.io
Love RT @REDMEDIAPR: Continuing to grow my biz, enjoying these chats and more importantly my
life. That is why I went solo. Balance #solopr
3HatsComm 1:40pm via TweetDeck
@cloudspark well it's been the plan a while now, alas the PowerBall folks aren't too cooperative. :)
#soloPR
SoloPR 1:40pm via tchat.io
You can do it! Really. RT @kcwriter: A5: I'd like to be one of those six-figure writers. #solopr
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 21 dariasteigman 1:40pm via TweetDeck
And, like @JenMarsikFriess, enjoying a World Series win. :) #solopr
SoloPR 1:40pm via tchat.io
RT @JanetLFalk: .@SoloPR Representing a cultural institution in a destination location. Easy to get PR in
local and travel media. #solopr
KarenSwim 1:39pm via tchat.io
A5: Still solo, collaborating with more solo partners, deepened expertise and wonderful clients #solopr
SoloPR 1:39pm via tchat.io
Good goal! MT @velo_city: A5 ...Work-wise: uber confident in skills to help others w/communication
needs. #solopr
phyllisweisspr 1:39pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @dariasteigman: THIS. RT @REDMEDIAPR: Continuing to grow my biz, enjoying these chats and
more importantly my life. That is why I went s#solopr
cloudspark 1:39pm via Twitter for iPhone
@3HatsComm you have a good plan #solopr
dariasteigman 1:39pm via TweetDeck
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 22 THIS. RT @REDMEDIAPR: Continuing to grow my biz, enjoying these chats and more importantly my
life. That is why I went solo. Balance #solopr
SDITSystems 1:39pm via RoundTeam
RT @PaulaJohns: A5 Just a bit. Looking forward to more collaboration in the future. #soloPR
SoloPR 1:39pm via tchat.io
OK this is funny- I'm sensing a theme in these first answers! LOL #solopr
REDMEDIAPR 1:39pm via Twitter for iPad
Continuing to grow my biz, enjoying these chats and more importantly my life. That is why I went solo.
Balance #solopr
kcwriter 1:39pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube
A5: I'd like to be one of those six-figure writers. #solopr
dariasteigman 1:38pm via TweetDeck
Or dessert island. RT @KellyeCrane: A5: Desert island? :-) #solopr
gregwbrooks 1:38pm via Twitter Web Client
A5: Right here. With more money and his same Big Gulp cup. #solopr
JanetLFalk 1:38pm via Twitter Web Client
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 23 .@SoloPR Representing a cultural institution in a destination location. Easy to get PR in local and travel
media. #solopr
KellyeCrane 1:38pm via TweetDeck
A5: Desert island? :-) #solopr
velo_city 1:38pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube
A5 Five years from now? A beach in Bali. :) Work-wise: uber confident in skills to help others
w/communication needs. #solopr
phyllisweisspr 1:38pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @KellyeCrane: RT @SoloPR: Q5: Where would you like to be five years from now? #solopr
KristK 1:38pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @cloudspark: proof: took a bit of advice from @gregwbrooks and put it in my whiteboard for keeps
#solopr
3HatsComm 1:38pm via TweetDeck
A5 retired, on a beach, counting my lottery winnings w/ the hand not holding a frosty beverage. #soloPR
dariasteigman 1:38pm via TweetDeck
Still happy & solo. And maybe standing atop Mt. Kilimanjaro. RT @SoloPR: Q5: Where would you like to
be five years from now? #solopr
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 24 JenMarsikFriess 1:38pm via Twitter for Websites
Very cool! MT @JanetLFalk: Recently contacted by a prospect who searched #solopr database for NYCbased pros. Lesson: maintain your profile
KellyeCrane 1:38pm via TweetDeck
RT @SoloPR: Q5: Where would you like to be five years from now? #solopr
cloudspark 1:37pm via Twitter for iPhone
proof: took a bit of advice from @gregwbrooks and put it in my whiteboard for keeps #solopr
SoloPR 1:37pm via tchat.io
Yes, PRO member benefit! RT @JanetLFalk: .@SoloPR Recently was contacted by a prospect who
searched #solopr database for NYC-based pros.
KristK 1:37pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @SoloPR: Q5: Where would you like to be five years from now? #solopr
SoloPR 1:37pm via tchat.io
Q5: Where would you like to be five years from now? #solopr
phyllisweisspr 1:37pm via Twitter for Websites
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 25 RT @JanetLFalk: .@SoloPR Recently was contacted by a prospect who searched #solopr database for
NYC-based pros. Lesson: maintain your profi…
dariasteigman 1:37pm via TweetDeck
We pre-vet by our words, actions. RT @cloudspark: There is inherent trust to this group making it more
likely to collaborate #solopr
JanetLFalk 1:36pm via Twitter Web Client
.@SoloPR Recently was contacted by a prospect who searched #solopr database for NYC-based pros.
Lesson: maintain your profile
3HatsComm 1:36pm via TweetDeck
RT @SoloPR: Let's get collaborating! Remember, members and non-members alike can take advantage of
Find a PR Consultant http://t.co/9H6W3Dx#solopra href='http://t.co/9H6W3DxMSm' target='_blank'
rel='nofollow'>soloprpro.com/find-a-pr-cons…
SoloPR 1:36pm via tchat.io
We’ll randomly select a winner from the answers to Q5… #solopr
kcwriter 1:36pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube
MT @SoloPR Remember, members and non-members alike can take advantage of Find a PR Consultant
soloprpro.com/find-a-pr-cons… #solopr
SoloPR 1:36pm via tchat.io
Jack will provide this winner w/a custom virtual sales training- use for your own biz or one of your clientsbig value! #solopr
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 26 Vruno 1:36pm via Twitter Web Client
A4 I definitely hope to collaborate. I have had an exchange with one member they may result in a project.
#SoloPR
phyllisweisspr 1:36pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @SoloPR: Let's get collaborating! Remember, members and non-members alike can take advantage of
Find a PR Consultant http://t.co/9H6W3Dx#solopra href='http://t.co/9H6W3DxMSm' target='_blank'
rel='nofollow'>soloprpro.com/find-a-pr-cons…
SoloPR 1:35pm via tchat.io
Next, we have another gift from @lisagerber’s client @JackVincent... #solopr
JenMarsikFriess 1:35pm via Twitter for Websites
Yes! RT @cloudspark: @SoloPR and? there is inherent trust to this group making it more likely to
collaborate #solopr
REDMEDIAPR 1:35pm via Twitter for iPad
RT @SoloPR: Let's get collaborating! Remember, members and non-members alike can take advantage of
Find a PR Consultant http://t.co/9H6W3Dx#solopra href='http://t.co/9H6W3DxMSm' target='_blank'
rel='nofollow'>soloprpro.com/find-a-pr-cons…
SoloPR 1:34pm via tchat.io
Let's get collaborating! Remember, members and non-members alike can take advantage of Find a PR
Consultant soloprpro.com/find-a-pr-cons… #solopr
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 27 KristK 1:34pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @dariasteigman: A friend of mine says that 'we need each other to grow our businesses." That's also
spirit of #solopr.
velo_city 1:34pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube
Hope to. Looks like a bright bunch! RT @SoloPR Stick around, and you just might! RT @velo_city A4
Brand new to Solo PR, so not yet. #solopr
dariasteigman 1:34pm via TweetDeck
A friend of mine says that 'we need each other to grow our businesses." That's also spirit of #solopr.
phyllisweisspr 1:34pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @dariasteigman: We'll give you THAT crown. RT @gregwbrooks: Is Q5 about #SoloPR prom?
Because I realllllly want to be prom king.
cloudspark 1:34pm via Twitter for iPhone
@SoloPR and? there is inherent trust to this group making it more likely to collaborate #solopr
SoloPR 1:33pm via TweetDeck
RT @3HatsComm: A4 done a little speaking w/ #soloPR connection, a few pitches but haven't had opp to
partner yet.
jlwitte 1:33pm via Twitter Web Client
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 28 Q4. I have collaborated with 2 people. One worked out fantastic! The other person took a fulltime
job.#solopr
SoloPR 1:33pm via TweetDeck
Stick around, and you just might! RT @velo_city: A4 - Brand new to Solo PR, so not yet. #solopr
SoloPR 1:32pm via TweetDeck
RT @cloudspark: a4: i have partnered as others have skills better than or compliments to mine #solopr
PaulaJohns 1:32pm via tchat.io
A5 Just a bit. Looking forward to more collaboration in the future. #soloPR
phyllisweisspr 1:32pm via Twitter for Websites
#solopr Q4 Just joined this year, and have talked to a few solos offline.Hope to collaborate someday.
SoloPR 1:32pm via TweetDeck
RT @SoloPR: Q4: Have you collaborated on work with anyone you’ve met via #solopr? #solopr
3HatsComm 1:32pm via TweetDeck
A4 done a little speaking w/ #soloPR connection, a few pitches but haven't had opp to partner yet.
velo_city 1:31pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 29 A4 - Brand new to Solo PR, so not yet. #solopr
SoloPR 1:31pm via tchat.io
MT @KristK: A4: I've had #solopr pals speak to professional groups and had the good luck to work with a
few too.
PaulaJohns 1:31pm via tchat.io
@gregwbrooks Greg, you are already prom king. You should know that by now. :) #soloPR
JanetLFalk 1:31pm via Twitter Web Client
@3HatsComm Have you collaborated with anyone from #solopr community?
kcwriter 1:31pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube
Exactly! RT @cloudspark a3: aside from professional camaraderie, this is an informal brain trust we can
tap into as needed #solopr
cloudspark 1:31pm via Twitter for iPhone
a4: i have partnered as others have sills better than or compliments to mine #solopr
3HatsComm 1:31pm via TweetDeck
RT @REDMEDIAPR: Not yet but working on it. There are so many great minds here I would love to
collab (not pick) with! #solopr
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 30 SoloPR 1:31pm via tchat.io
Well, you're the only fella here right now, so... RT @gregwbrooks: Is Q5 about #SoloPR prom? Because I
realllllly want to be prom king.
dariasteigman 1:31pm via TweetDeck
We'll give you THAT crown. RT @gregwbrooks: Is Q5 about #SoloPR prom? Because I realllllly want to
be prom king.
SoloPR 1:30pm via tchat.io
Fingers crossed! RT @dariasteigman: A4 Not yet, but have partnered to bid on something that's still
pending. (Fingers crossed.) #solopr
gregwbrooks 1:30pm via Twitter Web Client
Is Q5 about #SoloPR prom? Because I realllllly want to be prom king.
dariasteigman 1:30pm via TweetDeck
RT @SoloPR: Q4: Have you collaborated on work with anyone you’ve met via #solopr? #solopr
KristK 1:30pm via tchat.io
A4: I've had #solopr pals speak to professional groups (hello, I'm near the beach, folks!) and had the good
luck to work with a few too.
REDMEDIAPR 1:30pm via Twitter for iPad
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 31 Not yet but working on it. There are so many great minds here I would love to collab (not pick) with!
#solopr
3HatsComm 1:30pm via TweetDeck
missed Q4 #soloPR
KellyeCrane 1:30pm via TweetDeck
A4: Yes! I’ve worked for and with many #solopr community folks. It’s the first place I look to send
referrals, too.
KarenSwim 1:30pm via tchat.io
@JenMarsikFriess Lol! Thanks for that, especially today, totally jet lagged but could not miss this chat!
#solopr
dariasteigman 1:30pm via TweetDeck
A4 Not yet, but have partnered to bid on something that's still pending. (Fingers crossed.) #solopr
akenn 1:29pm via tchat.io
Same. And I think many others feel this way too. RT @NovaComms
A4: Not yet, but it’s been on my mind... #solopr
KarenSwim 1:29pm via tchat.io
Bien sur (of course) ! RT @SoloPR: Q4: Have you collaborated on work with anyone you’ve met via
#solopr? #solopr
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 32 JanetLFalk 1:29pm via Twitter Web Client
@SoloPR Would love to collaborate. Waiting for right opportunity. #solopr
NovaComms 1:29pm via TweetDeck
A4: Not yet, but it’s been on my mind and I’d love to see more collaboration between solos here. #solopr
KellyeCrane 1:29pm via TweetDeck
RT @KristK: A3: #solopr re-affirms my best ideas, speaks truth for those not-so-brilliant ones, and shares
solutions so I can be smarter mo…
KristK 1:28pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @SoloPR: Q4: Have you collaborated on work with anyone you’ve met via #solopr? #solopr
dariasteigman 1:28pm via TweetDeck
@gregwbrooks It's really sad how many groups fail b/c people are just selling and thus see everyone else as
competition. #solopr
cloudspark 1:28pm via Twitter for iPhone
RT @KristK: A3: #solopr re-affirms my best ideas, speaks truth for those not-so-brilliant ones, and shares
solutions so I can be smarter mo…
KristK 1:28pm via Twitter for Websites
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 33 RT @KarenSwim: A3: This community is the wind beneath my wings! I am bolder and more confident bc
I am not alone. #solopr
KellyeCrane 1:28pm via TweetDeck
RT @SoloPR: Q4: Have you collaborated on work with anyone you’ve met via #solopr? #solopr
3HatsComm 1:28pm via TweetDeck
A3 chatting on #soloPR makes me think I'm smarter than I think I am, that I might maybe know I'm talking
about .. learning from smarties :)
JenMarsikFriess 1:28pm via Twitter for Websites
See, @KarenSwim? You ARE fast! ;) #solopr
cloudspark 1:28pm via Twitter for iPhone
@dariasteigman +1 to the respect of each other to not be selling it #solopr
KarenSwim 1:28pm via tchat.io
@SoloPR Whoa, seriously? So excited, than you @jlwitte and @KellyeCrane! Best.chat.ever. #solopr
SoloPR 1:28pm via tchat.io
Q4: Have you collaborated on work with anyone you’ve met via #solopr? #solopr
jlwitte 1:28pm via Twitter Web Client
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 34 The authentic attitudes are priceless. Makes me feel less crazy and more confident on those down or
challenging days. #solopr
siewlee1818 1:27pm via RoundTeam
RT @JanetLFalk: .@gregwbrooks Thanks for always reminding us to ask about the budget #solopr
SoloPR 1:27pm via tchat.io
.@KarenSwim is the winner of the charger – thank you again @jlwitte for your support! #solopr
KristK 1:27pm via tchat.io
A3: #solopr re-affirms my best ideas, speaks truth for those not-so-brilliant ones, and shares solutions so I
can be smarter more often
gregwbrooks 1:27pm via Twitter Web Client
@dariasteigman What I heard: "Yes, Greg, I'd like to buy your new e-book..." :) #solopr
dariasteigman 1:27pm via TweetDeck
@cloudspark You had hang out for the Big 5.0. :) As did I. #solopr
KarenSwim 1:26pm via tchat.io
@3HatsComm @REDMEDIAPR It's true I can't RT fast enough!...Beaches, lol! #solopr
cloudspark 1:26pm via Twitter for iPhone
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 35 a3: aside from professional camaraderie, this is an informal brain trust we can tap into as needed #solopr
SoloPR 1:26pm via tchat.io
You all are the best! Q4 is coming up... #solopr
KarenSwim 1:26pm via tchat.io
A3: Saying YES to all these comments and wrapping you all in a group hug! #solopr
3HatsComm 1:26pm via TweetDeck
@REDMEDIAPR heh.. had the same thought.. BEACHES! :) @KarenSwim can hardly keep up w/
#soloPR today
phyllisweisspr 1:25pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @KarenSwim: A3: This community is the wind beneath my wings! I am bolder and more confident bc
I am not alone. #solopr
dariasteigman 1:25pm via TweetDeck
A3 I'd add the generosity of the community. It's the rare group where we're helping, learning -- not selling.
#solopr
REDMEDIAPR 1:25pm via Echofon
Sing it Bette RT @KarenSwim: A3: This community is the wind beneath my wings! I am bolder and more
confident bc I am not alone. #solopr
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 36 cloudspark 1:25pm via Twitter for iPhone
missing these chats, but trying to catch up today #solopr
KellyeCrane 1:25pm via TweetDeck
@gregwbrooks Interesting! You’ll have to tell me about it sometime. #solopr
phyllisweisspr 1:25pm via Twitter for Websites
A3 #solopr Shows me we are all walking in each other's shoes.
PaulaJohns 1:25pm via tchat.io
A3 Love the insight and advice for issues I face every day. Great perspectives from so many smart people.
#soloPR
JenMarsikFriess 1:25pm via Twitter for Websites
A3 Yes @dariasteigman! Learning not to be be afraid to ask my dumb Qs has been very liberating! #solopr
3HatsComm 1:24pm via TweetDeck
RT @KristK: A3: You're my people. #solopr
KarenSwim 1:24pm via tchat.io
I <3 you! RT @KristK: A3: You're my people. #solopr
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 37 SoloPR 1:24pm via tchat.io
MT @Vruno: A3: Empathy, wise counsel and possible solutions to issues-there's not one that at least a few
of us hasn't seen before. #SoloPR
KarenSwim 1:24pm via tchat.io
Yes! MT @kcwriter: different perspectives on common issues.. and also good preventive resource #solopr
KristK 1:24pm via tchat.io
A3: You're my people. #solopr
SoloPR 1:24pm via tchat.io
Me too RT @kcwriter: A3 I get different perspectives on common issues, and find out about ones I hadn't
thought of... #solopr
KristK 1:24pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @SoloPR: Q3: Why do you participate in the #solopr community? What does #solopr offer you can’t
get anywhere else?
KarenSwim 1:23pm via tchat.io
A3: This community is the wind beneath my wings! I am bolder and more confident bc I am not alone.
#solopr
3HatsComm 1:23pm via TweetDeck
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 38 @dariasteigman IDK I can be pretty clueless sometimes ;-) bit.ly/1vQUNuF #soloPR
Vruno 1:23pm via Twitter Web Client
A3: Empathy, wise counsel and possible solutions to issues because there's not one that at least a few of us
hasn't seen before. #SoloPR
kcwriter 1:23pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube
A3 I get different perspectives on common issues, and find out about ones I hadn't thought of, so it's also
good preventive resource #solopr
SoloPR 1:23pm via tchat.io
RT @JenMarsikFriess: A3 All the reasons just mentioned. The education and support is invaluable!
#solopr
JanetLFalk 1:23pm via Twitter Web Client
Reviews of tips and tools in #SM, an area I should more frequently monitor #solopr
KellyeCrane 1:23pm via TweetDeck
A3: #solopr allows us to get to know each other better than we might otherwise. Real friendships are
formed!!
gregwbrooks 1:23pm via Twitter Web Client
A3: Was part of a hand-picked community trying something similar for years. They fell apart. You haven't.
#solopr
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 39 akenn 1:23pm via tchat.io
We're from all diff geographies so there's a sense of confidentiality too. Don't typically know the
people/clients we talk about #solopr
REDMEDIAPR 1:23pm via Echofon
A3 support, great feedback and insights and no BS is why I show up every week #solopr
SoloPR 1:22pm via tchat.io
Not a one RT @dariasteigman: A3 A place to ask Qs -- where there are no dumb Qs. #solopr
SoloPR 1:21pm via tchat.io
Agree! RT @KarenSwim: A3: A kick butt community that totally has my back! #solopr
JenMarsikFriess 1:21pm via Twitter for Websites
A3 All the reasons just mentioned. The education and support is invaluable! #solopr
phyllisweisspr 1:21pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @dariasteigman: A3 A place to ask Qs -- where there are no dumb Qs. #solopr
dariasteigman 1:21pm via TweetDeck
A3 A place to ask Qs -- where there are no dumb Qs. #solopr
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 40 3HatsComm 1:21pm via TweetDeck
RT @KellyeCrane: A2: There’s always more to learn. It’s what this community was founded on, and still
teaches me every day. #solopr
SoloPR 1:21pm via tchat.io
Good one! RT @JanetLFalk: A2 Ask for the budget is best advice gotten from #solopr
JanetLFalk 1:21pm via Twitter Web Client
.@gregwbrooks Thanks for always reminding us to ask about the budget #solopr
kcwriter 1:21pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube
Those are my favorites too MT @PaulaJohns A2 Advice around social, biz best practices and client issues
has been great. #soloPR
phyllisweisspr 1:21pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @KarenSwim: A3: A kick butt community that totally has my back! #solopr
KellyeCrane 1:21pm via TweetDeck
@Vruno Hi Kris- glad to have you! And thanks to @arikhanson for helping spread the word. #solopr
phyllisweisspr 1:20pm via Twitter for Websites
#solopr Q3 Community, moral support and great ideas.
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 41 KristK 1:20pm via Twitter Web Client
yes, @3HatsComm! When I am my harshest critic, my #solopr pals set me straight and propped me up with
confidence and support.
JanetLFalk 1:20pm via Twitter Web Client
A2 Ask for the budget is best advice gotten from #solopr
KarenSwim 1:20pm via tchat.io
A3: A kick butt community that totally has my back! #solopr
REDMEDIAPR 1:20pm via Echofon
RT @KellyeCrane: A2: There’s always more to learn. It’s what this community was founded on, and still
teaches me every day. #solopr
dariasteigman 1:20pm via TweetDeck
@Vruno Welcome! Hopefully this will be your first visit of many. @arikhanson @KellyeCrane #solopr
KarenSwim 1:20pm via tchat.io
RT @SoloPR: Q3: Why do you participate in the #solopr community? What does #solopr offer you can’t
get anywhere else?
SoloPR 1:20pm via tchat.io
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 42 Q3: Why do you participate in the #solopr community? What does #solopr offer you can’t get anywhere
else?
SoloPR 1:20pm via tchat.io
The first person to answer the next question will win a portable power bank charger, courtesy of #SoloPR
Pro Premium member @jlwitte!
dariasteigman 1:20pm via TweetDeck
@akenn @3HatsComm This is also why I love Urban Dictionary. #solopr
3HatsComm 1:20pm via TweetDeck
@akenn YW, here to help :) #soloPR
Vruno 1:19pm via Twitter Web Client
A2: This is my first #solopr chat. Thanks for letting me participate. Thanks to @arikhanson for introducing
me to your group, @KellyeCrane!
JanetLFalk 1:19pm via Twitter Web Client
A1 I hung up my shingle in January, launched my website in March and was hustling for clients 5 yrs ago
#solopr
SoloPR 1:19pm via tchat.io
Thanks everyone - Q3 is up next... #solopr
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 43 SoloPR 1:19pm via tchat.io
Feeling accomplished J MT @gregwbrooks: I hate admitting that I need anyone or any group. Y'all have
forced me to reassess that. #solopr
dariasteigman 1:19pm via TweetDeck
Also our secret plan. RT @gregwbrooks: I hatehatehate admitting I need anyone or any group. Y'all have
forced me to reassess that. #solopr
JanetLFalk 1:19pm via Twitter Web Client
NYC-based #soloPR pro for small biz, nonprofit, consultants, Wall Street, law firm Happy Anniversary
@SoloPR
phyllisweisspr 1:19pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @gregwbrooks: I hatehatehate admitting that I need anyone or any group. Y'all have forced me to
reassess that. #solopr
gregwbrooks 1:18pm via Twitter Web Client
I hatehatehate admitting that I need anyone or any group. Y'all have forced me to reassess that. #solopr
SoloPR 1:18pm via tchat.io
She's the queen! J RT @akenn: and, oh yeah, getting digital shorthand/acronyms interpreted by
@3HatsComm #solopr
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 44 phyllisweisspr 1:18pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @3HatsComm: What is your trick?! I needs to know. RT @phyllisweisspr: #solopr You can teach "old
school" new tricks.
akenn 1:18pm via tchat.io
and, oh yeah, getting digital shorthand/acronyms interpreted by @3HatsComm #solopr
KellyeCrane 1:17pm via TweetDeck
A2: There’s always more to learn. It’s what this community was founded on, and still teaches me every
day. #solopr
KarenSwim 1:17pm via tchat.io
Real talk RT @KristK: A2: Being #solopr means that we're awesome, not that we're desperate.
3HatsComm 1:17pm via TweetDeck
What is your trick?! I needs to know. RT @phyllisweisspr: #solopr You can teach "old school" new tricks.
phyllisweisspr 1:17pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @akenn: Yes. Me too. RT @dariasteigman it's not a single piece of advice, it's the #solopr community.
A source of true smarts and suppor…
KristK 1:17pm via tchat.io
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 45 A2: Being #solopr means that we're awesome, not that we're desperate.
akenn 1:17pm via tchat.io
Yes. Me too. RT @dariasteigman it's not a single piece of advice, it's the #solopr community. A source of
true smarts and support.
KarenSwim 1:16pm via tchat.io
This! RT @dariasteigman: A2 For me, it's not a single piece of advice, it's the #solopr community. A
source of true smarts and support.
SoloPR 1:16pm via tchat.io
RT @akenn: One overriding sentiment I've taken from this group is the import of backbone... not standing
for poor treatment etc #solopr
dariasteigman 1:16pm via TweetDeck
+1,000. RT @NovaComms: A2: Best piece of advice from the #SoloPR chat? Seek advice as we’re not
alone.
KristK 1:16pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @KellyeCrane: A2: Big Q, but I’ve learned just how many ways there are to run a business. 1 size not
for all #solopr
3HatsComm 1:16pm via TweetDeck
ITA @KristK the support from #soloPR has been great.. helped me maintain a glimmer of sanity in a sea of
crazy. :-)
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 46 dariasteigman 1:16pm via TweetDeck
A2 For me, it's not a single piece of advice, it's the #solopr community. A source of true smarts and
support.
SoloPR 1:16pm via tchat.io
We all need reminders RT @KarenSwim: A2: Reinforced (and still does) importance of valuing your work
and charging accordingly #solopr
phyllisweisspr 1:16pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @KristK: A2: Best advice ever -- being #solopr doesn't mean you're alone in this adventure.
akenn 1:16pm via tchat.io
One overriding sentiment I've taken from this group is the import of backbone - charging enough, not
standing for poor treatment etc #solopr
NovaComms 1:16pm via TweetDeck
A2: Best piece of advice from the #SoloPR chat? Seek advice as we’re not alone.
KristK 1:15pm via tchat.io
A2: Always have new biz opps in the pipeline and value your skills and expertise (or your clients won't).
#solopr
SoloPR 1:15pm via tchat.io
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 47 I like it :-) RT @gregwbrooks: @SoloPR A2: Swear to God, #soloPR chat is the only useful thing I've
found about Twitter...
KarenSwim 1:15pm via tchat.io
A2: Day to day support, reinforcement that keeps me sane and on trend #solopr
PaulaJohns 1:15pm via tchat.io
A2 Hard to pin it down to just one piece of advice. Advice around social, biz best practices and client
issues has been great. #soloPR
phyllisweisspr 1:15pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @KarenSwim: A2: Reinforced (and still does) importance of valuing your work and charging
accordingly #solopr
SoloPR 1:15pm via tchat.io
Yes! RT @KristK: A2: Best advice ever -- being #solopr doesn't mean you're alone in this adventure.
3HatsComm 1:15pm via TweetDeck
RT @KellyeCrane: A2: Big Q, but I’ve learned just how many ways there are to run a business. 1 size not
for all #solopr
phyllisweisspr 1:15pm via Twitter for Websites
#solopr You can teach "old school" new tricks.
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A2: Reinforced (and still does) importance of valuing your work and charging accordingly #solopr
SoloPR 1:15pm via tchat.io
You can answer more than once :-) RT @3HatsComm: A2 just one? seriously, how to pick just one? ;-)
#soloPR
gregwbrooks 1:14pm via Twitter Web Client
@SoloPR A2: Swear to God, #soloPR chat is the only useful thing I've found about Twitter. I may or may
not be an outlier. :)
akenn 1:14pm via tchat.io
Agree w/ @3HatsComm! #solopr
KristK 1:14pm via tchat.io
A2: Best advice ever -- being #solopr doesn't mean you're alone in this adventure.
SoloPR 1:14pm via tchat.io
RT @lisagerber: A1 also, I was way more traditional PR then, now I love how much technology has
changed what we do and how we do it #solopr
3HatsComm 1:14pm via TweetDeck
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 49 A2 just one? seriously, how to pick just one? ;-) #soloPR
phyllisweisspr 1:14pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @SoloPR: Q2: What’s the best piece of advice you’ve learned from the #solopr chat?
lisagerber 1:14pm via Hootsuite
A1 also, I was way more traditional PR then, now I love how much technology has changed what we do
and how we do it #solopr
KellyeCrane 1:14pm via TweetDeck
A2: Big Q, but I’ve learned just how many ways there are to run a business. 1 size not for all #solopr
KarenSwim 1:14pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @SoloPR: Q2: What’s the best piece of advice you’ve learned from the #solopr chat?
KarenSwim 1:13pm via tchat.io
@kcwriter Smart strategy too as it more profitable with less work #solopr
NovaComms 1:13pm via TweetDeck
Woohoo!! RT @SoloPR: .@NovaComms is the gift card winner–thx again @JackVincent, author of A
Sale is a Love Affair for your support! #solopr
KellyeCrane 1:13pm via TweetDeck
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KristK 1:13pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @SoloPR: Q2: What’s the best piece of advice you’ve learned from the #solopr chat?
lisagerber 1:13pm via Hootsuite
Hi! I’m here! a1 I was #solopr five yrs ago but mostly local clients now I have clients all over the country
and I still LOVE what I do.
kcwriter 1:13pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube
@KarenSwim Yeah, I'm really enjoying them! #solopr
SoloPR 1:13pm via tchat.io
Q2: What’s the best piece of advice you’ve learned from the #solopr chat?
SoloPR 1:12pm via tchat.io
.@NovaComms is the gift card winner –thx again @JackVincent, author of A Sale is a Love Affair
(coming in Feb), for your support! #solopr
SoloPR 1:12pm via tchat.io
Great stuff on Q1! Q2 is coming up... #solopr
KristK 1:11pm via tchat.io
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 51 A1: In 2009, I had been solo for 5 years. Most clients were holdovers from my TX days, and social media
was just taking off. #solopr
dariasteigman 1:11pm via TweetDeck
Our secret plan. RT @REDMEDIAPR: No I had a corp job I ❤
seed grew #solopr
but found this group and gradually the
KellyeCrane 1:11pm via TweetDeck
@3HatsComm You can do it! #solopr
dariasteigman 1:10pm via TweetDeck
A1 5 years ago, was early days of SM. Was starting up blog, testing Twitter, experimenting with how shiny
toys could be big biz. #solopr
SoloPR 1:10pm via tchat.io
We can do that to people :-) RT @REDMEDIAPR: I had a corp job but found this group and gradually the
seed grew #solopr
phyllisweisspr 1:10pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @PaulaJohns: Best idea evah! Congrats, Kellye! MT @KellyeCrane A1: I was experimenting with the
#solopr blog...couldn’t have imagined th…
PaulaJohns 1:10pm via tchat.io
Best idea evah! Congrats, Kellye! MT @KellyeCrane A1: I was experimenting with the #solopr
blog...couldn’t have imagined the awesome ride!
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Interesting! RT @gregwbrooks: A1: Most work was outsourcing contracts with daily papers... #solopr
KristK 1:10pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @SoloPR: Q1: Where were you five years ago? Could you have imagined where you’d be now?
#solopr
KarenSwim 1:10pm via tchat.io
Nice! RT @kcwriter: Same biz but was doing more ghostwritten articles. Things have changed to white
papers and e-books. #solopr
KellyeCrane 1:09pm via TweetDeck
A1: I was experimenting with the #solopr blog and all the community outposts around it. Couldn’t have
imagined the awesome ride!
REDMEDIAPR 1:09pm via Echofon
No I had a corp job I
but found this group and gradually the seed grew #solopr
twin13peak 1:09pm via RoundTeam
RT @KarenSwim: Ooh chat and prizes. J'adore! #solopr
dariasteigman 1:09pm via TweetDeck
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 53 THIS. RT @akenn: A1. I was here in #solopr land, but the economy was quite different five years ago!
3HatsComm 1:09pm via TweetDeck
A1 Much the same. which honestly means I haven't done a good job of working the #soloPR plan. (aka this
cobbler needs some shoes herself!)
gregwbrooks 1:09pm via Twitter Web Client
A1: Most work was outsourcing contracts with daily papers -- made more than I make now(!). Industry was
jittery. Glad I got out. #soloPR
phyllisweisspr 1:09pm via Twitter for Websites
#solopr I was 11 years into my solo practice in 2009 and focused on getting my youngest through high
school.
SoloPR 1:08pm via tchat.io
Nice evolution RT @kcwriter: Same biz but was doing more ghostwritten articles. Things have changed to
white papers and e-books. #solopr
pscheck 1:08pm via Hootsuite
RT @KristK: Happy 5th Anniversary to #solopr! It's been quite the ride, and I'm grateful to be part of this
wonderful community.
SoloPR 1:08pm via tchat.io
RT @PaulaJohns: A1. Same place I am now. Have been solo 15 years, but never dreamed things would
(still) be this great 15 yrs in. #soloPR
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Same biz but was doing more ghostwritten articles. Things have changed to white papers and e-books.
#solopr
SoloPR 1:07pm via tchat.io
Very true- #SoloPR was founded in diff times RT @akenn: A1. I was here in #solopr land, but the
economy was quite different five years ago!
KristK 1:07pm via Twitter Web Client
RT @SoloPR: Everyone who participates today will be entered to win one of 5 copies of @JackVincent’s
book, A Sale is a Love Affair (in Feb)#solopr
KarenSwim 1:07pm via tchat.io
So true RT @akenn: A1. I was here in #solopr land, but the economy was quite different five years ago!
KristK 1:07pm via Twubs
@mdbarber We'll miss you today! Have a smooth move and a great #PRSAICON. Wish I were headed to
DC! #solopr
REDMEDIAPR 1:07pm via Echofon
Oui oui ohhh la la RT @KarenSwim: Ooh chat and prizes. J'adore! #solopr
PaulaJohns 1:07pm via tchat.io
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 55 A1. Same place I am now. Have been solo 15 years, but never dreamed things would (still) be this great 15
yrs in. #soloPR
dariasteigman 1:07pm via TweetDeck
Same place, same biz. Def. not boring. RT @SoloPR: Q1: Where were you five years ago? Could you have
imagined where you’d be now? #solopr
akenn 1:07pm via tchat.io
A1. I was here in #solopr land, but the economy was quite different five years ago!
SoloPR 1:07pm via tchat.io
Whew, lucky escape! RT @NovaComms: A1: Was in corporate cube world. Couldn’t have imagined being
solo! #solopr
KarenSwim 1:07pm via tchat.io
A1: I was solo but could not have imagined or dreamed what came next. #solopr
3HatsComm 1:06pm via TweetDeck
I'm late I'm late for a very special #soloPR chat anniversary. Hello everyone!
phyllisweisspr 1:06pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @SoloPR: Q1: Where were you five years ago? Could you have imagined where you’d be now?
#solopr
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A1: Was in corporate cube world. Couldn’t have imagined being solo! #solopr
dariasteigman 1:06pm via TweetDeck
Ooh. Smarts, sass, #solopr, and swag? What more could we ask for?
KellyeCrane 1:06pm via TweetDeck
RT @SoloPR: Q1: Where were you five years ago? Could you have imagined where you’d be now?
#solopr
KarenSwim 1:06pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @SoloPR: Q1: Where were you five years ago? Could you have imagined where you’d be now?
#solopr
SoloPR 1:06pm via tchat.io
Q1: Where were you five years ago? Could you have imagined where you’d be now? #solopr
phyllisweisspr 1:06pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @KarenSwim: Ooh chat and prizes. J'adore! #solopr
SoloPR 1:06pm via tchat.io
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 57 The first person to answer this next question will receive a prize, also courtesy of @JackVincent- a $20
Amazon gift card! #solopr
KarenSwim 1:05pm via tchat.io
Ooh chat and prizes. J'adore! #solopr
SoloPR 1:05pm via tchat.io
Mais oui! RT @PaulaJohns: Can we start with a re-cap of @KarenSwim's trip to Paris? :) #soloPR
phyllisweisspr 1:05pm via Twitter for Websites
RT @dariasteigman: @phyllisweisspr Ha. Can you send me some? I just had corn on the cob. Not the
same. #solopr
dariasteigman 1:05pm via TweetDeck
@phyllisweisspr Ha. Can you send me some? I just had corn on the cob. Not the same. #solopr
PaulaJohns 1:05pm via tchat.io
Can we start with a re-cap of @KarenSwim's trip to Paris? :) #soloPR
SoloPR 1:05pm via tchat.io
We’ll announce the winners of the random book drawing tomorrow in our blog re-cap post and on Twitter.
Hooray for free stuff! #solopr
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Everyone who participates today will be entered to win one of 5 copies of @JackVincent’s book, A Sale is
a Love Affair (in Feb)! #solopr
dariasteigman 1:04pm via TweetDeck
@KarenSwim It's such a beautiful city. And the Tour Eiffel is celebrating its birthday too. #solopr
KristK 1:04pm via Twubs
Hello to my #solopr pals! Kristie here from the MS Gulf Coast (24 yrs exp, 10 as indy, APR and PR prof).
Loving life as a #solopreneur
SoloPR 1:04pm via tchat.io
Good call! RT @phyllisweisspr: #solopr I'm indulging in chocolate right now to celebrate? Anyone want to
join me?
SoloPR 1:04pm via tchat.io
We've got some fun stuff today. Thanks to @lisagerber’s client @JackVincent, who has donated several
prizes for our celebration! #solopr
phyllisweisspr 1:04pm via Twitter for Websites
#solopr I'm indulging in chocolate right now to celebrate? Anyone want to join me?
dariasteigman 1:04pm via TweetDeck
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 59 Daria. From Washington, DC, which is not a state. But in the United States. It's complicated. #solopr
KarenSwim 1:04pm via tchat.io
@dariasteigman Oui! I was in Paris until yesterday and it was AMAZING! #solopr
PaulaJohns 1:03pm via tchat.io
Happy to be joining the 5-yr anniversary chat on #soloPR today. PR pro with gobs of experience - based in
San Diego area. :)
REDMEDIAPR 1:03pm via Echofon
Happy anniversary gang #solopr
SoloPR 1:03pm via tchat.io
Great crowd gathering - welcome everyone, newbies and veterans alike! #solopr
KristK 1:03pm via Twubs
Happy 5th Anniversary to #solopr! It's been quite the ride, and I'm grateful to be part of this wonderful
community.
KarenSwim 1:03pm via tchat.io
Hello @KellyeCrane! Congrats on 5 years! #solopr
phyllisweisspr 1:03pm via Twitter for Websites
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 60 Happy 5th anniversary #soloPR. This Atlanta PR lady is so glad to be part of this party.
dariasteigman 1:03pm via TweetDeck
@KarenSwim @KellyeCrane You were in Paris? So awesome. #solopr
KellyeCrane 1:03pm via TweetDeck
@dariasteigman Thank you, Daria! #solopr
akenn 1:03pm via tchat.io
Thanks @SoloPR and @KellyeCrane for bringing us together on these chats for five years running! #solopr
gregwbrooks 1:02pm via Twitter Web Client
Greg here. Vegas. Known by people who know me. #solopr
NovaComms 1:02pm via TweetDeck
Looking forward to today’s #SoloPR chat. Solo from #SF - #socialmedia and #PR consultant.
KellyeCrane 1:02pm via TweetDeck
@KarenSwim Welcome back, Karen! Are you still mentally in Paris? :-) #solopr
KristK 1:02pm via Twitter Web Client
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 61 RT @SoloPR: It’s time for our special #solopr chat 5 year anniversary celebration!
NovaComms 1:02pm via TweetDeck
Happy 5 Year Anniversary #SoloPR!
dariasteigman 1:02pm via TweetDeck
Five years of smarts & sass (well, five yrs of #solopr smarts & sass). Happy Birthday!
SoloPR 1:02pm via tchat.io
If you’re new to chatting, we suggest using a tool like tchat.io – makes it easier to keep up, and remember
to use the #SoloPR hashtag.
KarenSwim 1:01pm via tchat.io
Hello and Happy Birthday @SoloPR #solopr
NovaComms 1:01pm via TweetDeck
RT @dariasteigman: Time for #solopr. Can't believe we're really coming up on 5 years. All hail the
awesome @KellyeCrane for bringing us tog…
SoloPR 1:01pm via tchat.io
If you’re joining, please introduce yourself. This is @KellyeCrane, Atlanta-based founder of soloprpro
[dot] com. #solopr
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Time for #solopr. Can't believe we're really coming up on 5 years. All hail the awesome @KellyeCrane for
bringing us together.
SoloPR 1:01pm via tchat.io
It’s time for our special #solopr chat 5 year anniversary celebration!
#solopr transcript – 10/8/2014 For more information and resources, visit http://soloprpro.com/ Page | 63