Review - Urban Daddy

There are times that I often find myself in a bind when trying to decide what I should eat for dinner. Often times I just want some dessert if I’m alone, or with a date. I’ll be the first to admit, I don’t know the big city as well as some do, but the app I have here certainly helps getting used to things. Aside from a bunch of great ideas, I’m really digging the name… * drumroll * this installment is featuring Urban Daddy! Urban Daddy is an app that literally fell in to my lap. I was browsing the app store when I dropped my iPod in to my lap. When I picked it...

Girl Geek Clothes

So, you’re a girl geek. And… you’re into fashion. First, let me say that you and I could become best friends and second, this post will highlight some of the coolest stuff I’ve found on the web. #1 - The Galaxy Dress by Cute Circuit First, can someone who knows someone who knows a person that works at Cute Circuit  please find a way for them to let me wear this dress just once?  Or, at least do a photo shoot in it?  Omg, that’d be awesome. Second, this amazing dress is made entirely out of LED lights… No kidding… Click...

Twitter Lingo Explained

I was speaking at an event last night on the subject of social media and building your business online and when I got to the part about Twitter, the question came up around Twitter lingo. You know… all of the stuff that is said via Twitter that leaves some people wondering what it means? I do realize for the social media savvy, these may not be new to you but for a lot of you, it might help clear up some of the unknowns. @Name This is the “handle” or the ID of each and every Twitter user. This is how things like replies, direct messages and mentions...

She Who Loves Apps - Geocaching

This is a new series for eThusiasm called “She Who Loves Apps” which will feature an iPhone app review every day with Erin Blaskie. In this video, Erin reviews the Geocaching app by Groundspeak, Inc. According to their website, geocaching is defined as the following: Geocaching is a high-tech treasure hunting game played throughout the world by adventure seekers equipped with GPS devices. The basic idea is to locate hidden containers, called geocaches, outdoors and then share your experiences online. Geocaching is enjoyed by people from all age groups, with a...

Photo Recap from #GenYOTT

Last night, in our nation’s capital city of Ottawa, a group of Gen-Y’ers got together to network, socialize and celebrate successes. It was a fun night filled with laughter, biz talk and more importantly, new connections. Suze Muse spoke and Kyle Braatz talked about his charity, Typically Canadian. For those of you who aren’t familiar with the GenYOTT group, it was formed by Jen Butson, Japman Bajaj, Matt Richling and Brian Alkerton. They host events every month at a downtown location and generally from 7-10pm. Funds are raised at the event for a...