It's Twitter. It's not about you.

For Immediate Release
Contact:
Karen Haber-Williams
Public Relations Manager
(215) 843-1039
karen.haber@gltmypc.com

"Twitter. It's Not About You."

Revive Your Business...Be Social!

Hosted by the African American United Fund

Philadelphia, PA, --- The African American United Fund, a 501(c)3 welcomes all to attend the Revive Your Business...Be Social! workshop, on Wednesday, May 6, 2009, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. at the African American United Fund Conference Room, 2227 N Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19132. Free will donations to The Fund may be made online, mailed in to African American United Fund, 2227 N Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19132 or presented at the workshop.


This very applicable and relevant workshop will provide easy step-by-step instructions and give real-life scenarios especially for skilled laborers on reaching customers online. Participants will learn how to properly use Twitter and other social media platforms to engage prospective customers. If you can read, write and click, you should attend this workshop.

This social media for beginners workshop will answer the following questions:


* How should you use the internet to find customers who need your services?

* What is mini-blogging? And, why should you care?

* Should you use live web streaming to showcase your storefront business activities?

Participants must RSVP online for the Revive Your Business...Be Social!, http://social-networking-phila.eventbrite.com/ workshop or call AAUF at (215) 236-2100. Don't let your inability to find a babysitter for the children keep you from participating in this pivotal event. An babysitter, who can help your child with his or her homework, will be provided on-site so you may focus on this riveting workshop. Healthy snacks (apples, oranges, etc.) will be provided for the children. Established
in 1982 as a not-for-profit corporation, the African American United Fund is a GPUAC agency. The African American United Fund (The Fund) raises and utilizes funds to support the growth,
development and empowerment of the African American community and in turn, society at
large. The Fund advocates volunteerism, mutual aid, and self-help to collectively support,
strengthen and economically empower African American communities.

This interactive workshop will be facilitated by tech expert, JC Lamkin, PMP, President of Gypsy Lane Technologies (GLT), a professional Internet solutions company headquartered in the Germantown section of Philadelphia with training offices in Philadelpia and King of Prussia, PA. GLT specializes in best-in-class database development, website development, social media strategies, webcasting, online marketing, Flash multimedia and content management solutions. GLT features an integrated team of project managers, web consultants, creative designers, writers, coders and marketing professionals who know how to get online results. Ms. Lamkin will also be available to sign copies of her book, “Fabulous & Tech-Filled, Volume 1” . Listen to the audio from a previous social media workshop or view the video trailer from a previous workshop. Check the GLT Evite page for more information on other upcoming workshops.

###

Hash tags for this event: #AAUF #sm4labors @TechCrusader #sm #philly #phila

Receive GLT Press Releases First. Subscribe to our RSS Feed

Subscribe or Unsubscribe to the GLT Client eCafe Newsletter

Follow us on Twitter

GLT Sponsors:

The New *improved* salesforce.com - Fact or Fiction

Image via CrunchBase, source unknownAs salesforce.com's Success in the Cloud Tour touched down on Philadelphia's Columbus Boulevard earlier this week, Customer Relationship Management (CRM ) gurus, admins and trainers began to wonder if this tour would huff, puff, or blow the CRM house down.

Turns out, it did none of the above. The Success in the Cloud Tour simply reestablished sf.com's position as a "force" to be reckoned with. With over 8 kiosks, salesforce showed off its mobile, training, AppBuilder and foundation products. As heard here, salesforce.com has embraced cloud computing and mashables:



By taking full advantaged of Google Docs, salesforce.com has made certain that non-profit organizations can perform day-to-day operations as efficiently as for-profit entities.

The feature that impressed this reporter the most was the opportunity splits. Having planned CRM implementations, customized salesforce.com and trained sales managers in a previous life, I've noticed that many sales people are very territorial. If they do not get credit for bringing home a sale, things could get ugly fast. With opportunity splits, no one will get hurt. So, salesforce.com in its own way is promoting non-violence in the workplace :-)

Users are always looking for a way to easily organize, access and report on their contacts and projects. salesforce.com is a great way to manage all of these tasks. Don't believe me, try salesforce.com for free, but don't fall in love with it until you have checked out its ticket price. If you are a micro-business owner, take a look at my review of OfficeInteractive. As far as pricing and ease of use goes, it may be more your speed.
_____________________________________________________________________________
Contact staff writer JC Lamkin at 215-843-1039 or jclamkinpmp@gmail.com.

Podcamp Philly

PodCamp Philly is a conference for those who would like to learn more about podcasting, blogging, video blogging and all things New Media. Social media veterans are invited to share their experience and tips. If you are new at podcasting, this a great place to learn more about inexpensive highly effective ways to share your content.

PodCamp Philly 2008 is September 6th & 7th at Philadelphia's Temple University. Register for this event.

On Sunday, September 7, 2008 at 1:00 p.m., JC Lamkin, President of Gypsy Lane Technologies and Technically Speaking Radio, will lead a session entitled, Taking your Podshow on the Realroad. During this session, JC will discuss how to effectively engage your surrounding community, stakeholders and funders to develop a podprogram that acts as a catalyst for a positive change your city. This discussion will include real case scenarios for attracting and engaging the general public and industry leaders.

About PodCamp Philly 2008
"A PodCamp is a BarCamp-style community UnConference for podcasters and listeners, bloggers and readers, as well as anyone interested in New Media. First held in Boston, Massachusetts, Podcamp has spread across the United States and the world to bring people of all

backgrounds and abilities together to teach and learn from each other. Recent events have included Pittsburgh, Toronto, New York City, Munich, Atlanta, San Antonio and Stockholm.

The purpose of PodCamp is to:

• Share information.


• Build & develop relationships


• Grow the new media community

You do NOT need to be a podcaster to attend a PodCamp. If you're interested in podcasting, blogging, podsafe music, educational applications or just curious then please join us -- and bring a friend or colleague."

About Gypsy Lane Technologies

Gypsy Lane Technologies (GLT), is a professional Internet solutions company based in the Germantown section of Philadelphia. GLT specializes in best-in-class online marketing, Flash multimedia, corporate identity and search engine optimization. GLT features an integrated team of web consultants, creative designers, writers, coders and marketing professionals that know how to get online results. A business-driven approach separates Gypsy Lane Technologies from typical web design companies.

About Technically Speaking Radio

Technically Speaking Radio is a terrestrial and internet radio solutions company based in the Germantown section of Philadelphia. Blasting 50,000 watts in PA, NJ, DE on 1540 AM WNWR (the Multicultural Voice of The Delaware Valley)
Technically Speaking Radio actively encourages individuals to interact with tech industry leaders for a clearer understanding of products and services. It is a light hearted closer look at how various industries are using the benefits of technology in their businesses and organizations to enhance their everyday lives. Via live webcasts, Technically Speaking Radio is the community's link to technology. Technically Speaking Radio on 1540 AM, WNWR on Saturdays at 2:00 p.m., Fabulous & Techfilled.com

JC Lamkin, Executive Producer & Host

PA GOVERNOR’S ADVISORY COMMISSION SPOTLIGHTS TECH LEADER

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Talk to: Ken Houston, PR Director

Gypsy Lane Technologies

(215) 843-1039

ken.houston@gltMYpc.com

GOVERNOR’S ADVISORY COMMISSION SPOTLIGHTS TECH LEADER

Philadelphia, PA, June 12, 2008--- JC Lamkin, President of Gypsy Lane Technologies, will be a Spotlight Speaker at the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Governor's Advisory Commission on African American Affairs Business Exchange Breakfast on June 17, 2008. The Business Exchange Breakfast is an exceptional opportunity for small businesses to meet and create connections with significant community leaders and government officials that affect the African American community.

Ms. Lamkin is the 2007 Technology Council Gala Nominee for Educator of the Year and recipient of the Innovator in Business Award from the Philadelphia Women’s Opportunity Resource Center

Ms. Lamkin’s presentation will help inform minority leaders about the tech opportunities and services that are available to them. Business owners will have an opportunity to showcase their businesses among other minority business, government and community leaders. Not only will this event be a great resource for African Americans but also an optimal networking event that will create business relationships and strengthen the community.

Event details

Date: Tuesday, June 17, 2008

Time: 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

Location: Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue, 4200 City Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19131

Cost: Free

For more information regarding this event and to RSVP reach out to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Governor's Advisory Commission on African American Affairs: e: gacaaa@state.pa.us; p: (877) 374-0222

About the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Governor's Advisory Commission on African American Affairs

GACAAA is committed to assisting African Americans in gaining full access to all opportunities afforded to the citizens of the Commonwealth. The Commission members, appointed by the Governor, bring extensive talent, expertise and knowledge to the Commonwealth and are dedicated to working with the Governor, his staff and all sincere Pennsylvanians who share a belief in the concepts of equal justice, opportunity and equality for all of our citizens. The Commission is solution-oriented and committed to creating the necessary linkages, both private and public, to assure inclusion of African Americans at all levels within the Commonwealth. This holistic approach of working with all people of goodwill will insure the success of the Commission and the full citizenship rights of its African American citizens. http://www.africanam.state.pa.us

About Gypsy Lane Technologies

Gypsy Lane Technologies (GLT), http://gltmypc.com, is a professional Internet solutions company based in the Germantown section of Philadelphia. We specialize in best-in-class online marketing, Flash multimedia, corporate identity and search engine optimization. GLT features an integrated team of web consultants, creative designers, writers, coders and marketing professionals that know how to get online results. Our business-driven approach separates us from typical web design companies. Gypsy Lane Technologies (GLT) sponsors the innovative community development radio show, Technically Speaking Radio on 1540 AM, WNWR on Saturdays at 2:00 p.m., http://FabulousAndTechfilled.com/

About Technically Speaking Radio

Blasting on WPEB 88.1 FM in West Philadelphia, PA every Tuesday at 7:00 a.m....this blog and radio program is produced by the Technically Speaking Radio show.

Missed the last show? Well, listen via podcast:


When Yahoo!, Symantec, Microsoft, NASA and Bluetooth wanted to have a tête-à-tête, they came to Technically Speaking....it's the radio show that's on EVERYONE'S lips!

Do you have questions about which tool is most useful to you when it comes to technology? Do you need some hand holding and further computer instruction?

Listen to Technically Speaking Radio. Broadcasted in Philadelphia, PA, the City of Brotherly Love Technically Speaking Radio is the community's link to technology!

Technically Speaking Radio with JC Lamkin is a fascinating show. It is a light hearted closer look at how various industries are using the benefits of technology in their businesses and organizations. It encourages individuals to interact with tech industry leaders for a clearer understanding of products and services.

JC Lamkin, the show's host is a certified Novell Administrator (CNA) and a certified Project Manager (PMP) who is actively involved in community development. In Philadelphia, join in on the 2-way talk action as we discuss IT career opportunities, technology, and the community.

Show: Technically Speaking
Host: JC Lamkin, Drivetime Tech Diva
Co-hosts: Ken Houston and Jerome Rogers

TSR in the Streets

The TSR team is supporting the Strawberry Mansion Community board members' fundraising event this Saturday, May 3, 2008. Join us and meet the award-winning host of TSR, JC Lamkin.

Taking Tech to the Streets Event!

All live webcast media will be posted here.

This broadcast is brought to you by Gypsy Lane Technologies and Technically Speaking Radio

Broadcasting Live by Gypsy Lane Technologies with Ustream.TV

Interact with Event Participants via Live Chat in the window below

---

August 30, 2008, Webcast - Navigating Organizations Through the Web of Online Promotion The Coalition, Inc organized a free computer workshop for the community on Monday, August 25th, at the Philadelphia Free Library in the Germantown Section of Philadelphia, PA. For more info see:

The trailer for the workshop

---

---

August 2, 2008, Live Stream - Liberation Fellowship Festival

Liberation Fellowship CDC is sponsoring a Community Festival broadcasting LIVE on Saturday, August 2nd, at Hebron Tabernacle, 6630 Germantown Avenue in the Mt. Airy Section of Philadelphia, PA. For more info see:

Destination Philadelphia B-Spot

Join the Technically Speaking Crew on August 2, 2008 from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. ET as we take technology to the streets! History's first ever live radio & web broadcast of a festival of this kind.

This live webcast featuring a QVC-style flea market is a Philly First. You can interact with flea market vendors, view their products and purchase their goods ONLINE or via phone. Extending the reach of Philly's businesses to the world.

---