DISQUS

Ohdoctah · 5 months ago

Now this is a great idea. When you said"Looking for sponsors I believe in!" I smiled that's the most important thing. You can represent these brands/companies to the fullest, because you use them know then and like the service.

I hope one of them if takes notice and works with you on this. I might have to steal this technique the next time I need a new sponsor for an event!

Again great job and wonderful idea!

C.J. Hayden · 5 months ago

Wow, what a fabulous idea, Adria. I know how well you could deliver on this promise, too, because I've seen the results from you talking up my product, Get Clients Now!

You'd be a powerful celebrity spokesperson for these companies, because you already believe in their products. Personal endorsements like that are worth their weight in gold.

ShellyKramer · 5 months ago

Adria,

The moment I read this my head was spinning with thoughts of "who can I hook this fab girl up with ... what an amazing opportunity for a smart company." Sooo the wheels are turning, for sure. You're a terrific spokeswoman and the brand that realizes that first and snaps you up is one smart cookie.

Good luck, girl, and wish I could be there to hang with you at BlogHer.

@shellykramer

Kelly @Childhood · 5 months ago

Your proposal is quite compelling! It's time for large companies to realize that women bloggers and social media are where it's at! Good luck to you and keep up the good work!

R. Campbell · 5 months ago

I am a technical baby. I understand the power of the tools but have been reluctant to throw my timid soul in the mix. Adria has the ability to calm the fear and move you forward. I have already purchased items she has recommended. I have a list of items she has spoke of.
When I need a question answered, Adria is there before I walk away from the computer. When I ask her to help a friend, Adria contacts them immediately. Attach your product to this high energy Woman. I trust her, her intellect and her network.

By the way next week, Adria is teaching me how to make my own website.

Do you have any products or services I might need?

Laura Lake · 5 months ago

You are offering an amazing opportunity to any company. Why? Not only because you are a brilliant and eloquent speaker and represent an amazing pillar when it comes to branding, but it's an amazing opportunity because women represent the primary consumer in the U.S.

Women influence over 95% of the purchasing decisions when it comes to goods as well as services, and that's including at least 50% of the purchases made it what we would deem as the "male" category including computers, cars, and electronics. Who doesn't want to reach that market? It's a no brainer for any company that is looking for someone who has the impact that you do - fantastic viral initiative! :)

Shawn Williams · 5 months ago

Adria,

Excellent idea. You are ahead of the game with this one. This is a great opportunity for a company, not just because of the reach you will have, but because of the energy and passion that you bring to every interaction that you have. Any company looking for enthusiastic support of thier product should strongly consider this.

Emily McAuliffe · 5 months ago

This is bold and smart, Adria, like most of what you do! Your ethusiasm for things you believe in is an asset to anyone trying to reach women in this market. Your opinions and direction have already been tremendously valuable to me. They'd be wise to take you up on this. Enjoy the event!

Erica Mauter · 5 months ago

Dude, Adria, this is awesome. I, for one, have tried out a few things on your recommendation and broadened my understanding of several more. Talking about why you love this stuff (with specifics!) is something you genuinely do all the time, across various communication channels. I see your tweets. I see your blogs. I've watched you do it in person. Big ups to you for putting this together.

Are you planning on attending anything else coming up? Up to and including SXSW '10? This pitch could work for those activities, too.

(I'm still waiting to hear of someone who thinks they're clever actually attempting to slide to unlock you.)

Anjuan Simmons · 5 months ago

When I think of Adria, I think of someone who truly lives technology. While others talk about how "things are not the same", you organize your life around the things made possible by emerging technologies. You're on Skype at a time when most people are sleeping because you understand that the five days a week 9 to 5 work week is becoming a thing of the past. You work when your clients need you and use a variety of communication methods to stay in touch. You've taken the platform provided by social media and created a great live technology show using creativity and style. I truly admire you, and I especially appreciate the way you strive to help others.

I know you'll get a sponsor for BlogHer, and whoever supports you will find you to be passionate, competent, honest, and a great evangelist!

-Anjuan

Carrie (ThinkGeek monkey) · 5 months ago

Adria, thanks for thinking of us at ThinkGeek! As a womanly webmonkey I totally get it, but I have to pass this on to see what we could possibly do for you. (I'll tweet to you about this as @thinkgeek momentarily.) The conference is coming up soon, too, so we'd have to be quick!

Simon (moo.com) · 5 months ago

Hi Adria, we enjoyed your pitch here at MOO - it's always great to hear that our customers like us enough to want to promote us to others. Thank you for thinking of us - you clearly know our market, as actually we've already planned something with the organisers of BlogHer. Hope you have a great time at the conference - and I've sent you a private message too, which should be in your inbox any time now!

Hajj E. Flemings · 5 months ago

Adria,


It was great meeting you in Chicago at the Blogging While Brown Conference in June. I can attest to your passion on sharing about products that you believe in. It goes back to our conversation at the conference about your Apple iPhone and Moo biz cards that we discussed. I love your creativity continue to think outside the box.

Hajj