Men: Don’t forget, men and women socialize differently, even online

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again…This time in the words of FaceBook COO Sheryl Sandberg, “The world’s gone social. And women are more social than men.” In a Forbes article, “What Men and Women are Doing on Facebook,” by Jenna Goudreau, she discusses the different reasons men and women use Facebook and [...]

Men, When Marketing to Women, Social Media Rules…Literally

In past blogs, I have talked about the importance of using social media when marketing to women. And while it is important to use social media when marketing to women, it is just as important to use it correctly. This can be difficult because of the unfamiliarity that many brands feel with social media. So, [...]

Men: Want to Engage Moms? Go Online

T.V. is a part of most Americans life, especially for moms. Their children watch television, and consequently so do they.  In a blog on MediaPost, writer Petra Arbutina, asks a very good question: “Are these moms really engaged in the programming when they’re watching television with their families?” I would think that the answer is…no. [...]

How Do You Reach a ‘Multi-Minding’ Woman?

As I sit here writing this blog, a million and one thoughts are running through my mind that have nothing do with the task I am actually performing. “What’s for dinner tonight?” “I wonder how the proposal is coming?” “The sun has finally come out!” “Did I reschedule that appointment?” “Wow, my feet hurt.”… And [...]

Marketers, Using Social Marketing Halfway Can Be Harmful

For the first time ever, girls from around the world were asked to help Barbie ® select her next milestone career. Mattel used social media to solicit votes online and the winning career was unveiled at the New York Toy Fair on February 12th, 2010. Barbie is now a geek. Well, sort of. More than [...]

Male Marketers, Both the Use and Purchasing Impact of Social Networking Among Women Nearly Doubled in 2009

Guys, if you are still not convinced that even more women are spending even more time on social networks, and you are even more baffled as to how that translates to your bottom line, then this one’s for you. SheSpeaks’ 2009 Social Media Study revealed dramatic increases in the number of women participating in social [...]

How Women’s Needs, Online Channels and the Buying Process Converge to Perpetually Market Your Brand

Women are continuing to flood to the online social networks. But some of you continue to ask: how does this affect her purchases?  I believe for companies that not only participate in social media marketing, but strategically listen and respond, it means increased revenue even during recessionary times. Let’s take a look at three factors [...]

Web Shoppers Plan to Use Social Media and Mobile This Holiday Season

“Consumers are turning to mobile, online and social media during their entire holiday shopping experience,” said Stacy Janiak, Deloitte vice chairman. And what will they be looking for? Deals, gift ideas and wish lists. This is a great opportunity for brands to engage with women. Make sure you are on her wish lists and implement [...]

Hey Guys, Is Your Female Customer Breaking Up With Your Brand?

I love this video! It’s actually a couple of years old, but it very cleverly shows how disconnected male advertisers are when it comes to understanding the female consumer and where to connect with her. As a matter of fact, I think it rings more true today than ever before. Although it’s humorous format is [...]

Male Marketers: Would a New Start-Up Magazine Appeal to Women? You Might Be Surprised.

I was humbled and very excited to have been asked to be a regular blogger for B-Metro.com, Birmingham’s newest magazine/online concept. Who, you may be wondering, would start a new magazine when so many others are either dropping like flies or are one-half their typical size, with little hope of improvement? The answer? Joe O’Donnell, [...]