Selective Millennial Data for TIME Video

May 10, 2013

Joel Stien took on the challenge of becoming a Millennial for a day, a complement to the TIME cover story, “Millennials: The Me Me Me Generation.” The video, while awkward and entertaining because of that awkwardness, points out that there are some pretty crazy statistics that are “defining” my generation. Things like texting 30 times a day […]

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Traversing Personal Brand Management While Avoiding Company Brand Landmines

March 14, 2013

Having a personal brand helps to set you apart in a digital world where it’s really easy to get lost. Your brand becomes an asset, something that can even be negotiated with as you move through your career. You might be hired on to a company to be a thought leader or brand ambassador. Things […]

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Where Have I Been?

March 1, 2013

Hey all, you’re probably wondering what the deal is. What has Emily been up to? It’s been a busy early 2013, and I’ve had to prioritize a little. That said, it means there’s other neat stuff coming up. It just took a while to bake. Since the end of 2012, I have been working on […]

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Tips from Maureen Francisco on Seizing Opportunities

January 22, 2013

There are opportunities for anyone who wants to take them. That’s the insight Maureen Francisco offers anyone who feels like they’re in a rut. Now, the opportunities might not be pretty, and you might have to make some sacrifices. But the opportunities are there. Maureen is a media figure, public speaker, producer and author who […]

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Breadwinner Social Norms Could Affect Dating for Women

January 8, 2013

As a single professional woman, the social norm that a husband should be the primary breadwinner for a family presents some real concerns. A recent research paper by Marianne Bertrand, Emir Kamenica, and Jessica Pan demonstrate that this social norm might be impacting a woman’s earning potential. Younger couples don’t appear to have too much […]

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SAP Radio 2013 Predictions Show

December 17, 2012

The Starr Conspiracy will be participating in the SAP Radio’s Coffee Break with Game-Changers for a “2013 Predictions Special” on Wednesday, Dec. 19. This is a neat opportunity for us because the weekly Game-Changers show has groups of guests who talk about tech, trends, leadership, and what’s going to turn the industry on its head. Previous […]

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The Stories of Your Brand

December 4, 2012

Once upon a time, there was a company that heard amazing, touching stories from its customers each day. These stories included sharing the news of a birth or sending love to a solider half-way across the world. The trouble was, these stories didn’t fit with the brand message. As time went on, executives would share […]

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Talk Turkey!

November 20, 2012

Thanksgiving is almost upon us, and I wanted to make sure I didn’t completely skip the holiday as all the Christmas decorations go up. My parents are joining me for a Texas Thanksgiving this year, meaning brisket and tamales — yum! Don’t worry, there’s still pie. I hope everyone gets to spend the day with […]

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Changing the Role of the First Lady

November 6, 2012

Today, I don’t want to talk about the men running for US President. I want to talk about the First Lady. She’s a public figure that has impacted how we see the role of women in politics. Can the First Lady take on the same causes as her husband? The First Lady, the official hostess […]

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