"MY MIC SOUNDS NICE" AT 1ST ANNUAL #BLOGGERWEEK

Caught in the moment and lending a voice to a panel which included myself, Jonna Scott-Blakes of Naturally-Glam.com and Yolanda Renee of etcblogmag.com, to "The BIG Business of Beauty Blogging." After a week of engaging activities which included a Google Glass preview, Tele-conference and Google Hangout, the first annual Blogger Week, which was founded by Jessica Ann Mitchell and hosted by Black Bloggers Connect, ended with a BANG at Saturday's UnConference. It was a great day of panels and discussions. There was such a sense of community amongst those of us who attended. I loved both connecting with old friends and making new friends. Attendees came to Washington, DC from far and wide to descend on the Sheraton Hotel and dish on everything from how to monetize your blog to how to solicit more engagement and more. 

After-Panel Antics. Myself, Yolanda and Jonna

I had the pleasure of not only participating as a Media Partner to Blogger Week but also speaking to those in attendance and sharing what I've learned. Gimme a mic and I will run with it as is evident in the above pic snapped by Photographer, Jeff Brooks. I have many pics and tidbits to share and I will be doing so throughout the week primarily on Instagram @bagladies. If not already, follow me so you can see how much fun was had. 

And if you missed this one, mark your calendar now! Preparations for the second annual Blogger Week 2015 are already underway.

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OnDemand: "BEAUTY TALK" with LIANNE FARBES 07/10 by Erin Martin

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OnDemand: Fashion & Beauty on #BagLadiesLIVE

This week's dish was a mix of celebrity and entertainment gossip, fashion news, beauty talk and more!

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Tonite's #BagLadiesLIVE: LATEST AND GREATEST FASHION & BEAUTY BUZZ!

We are dishing tonite on the fashion and beauty headlines that have caught our attention and yours too. We are going in surely.

What fashion and beauty news are you "a'buzz" about? If you want to weigh in, be sure to follow during #BagLadiesLIVE on Twitter @bagladies and to share your commentary LIVE and ask questions and to get get a LIVE on-air s/o, attach #BagLadiesLIVE.

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Dish with you then! 

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A Meeting of the "Mommies": Disney's "On The Road" Social Media Moms Celebration

Me (on left) and Michelle Stepney (right). Michelle's "Ready for your Closeup" presentation was AWESOME!

Anyone who is a Mommy knows that it truly takes a village. This notion is totally embodied in Disney's efforts to bring Mommies of all backgrounds and ethnicity's together to discuss the role social media plays in their lives and careers in addition to balancing family and work. It was my pleasure to attend last week's Disney "On The Road" Social Media Moms Celebration in Bethesda, MD.  I mean c'mon, I grew up on Disney so anything attached to the brand generates immediate excitement. And I love Disney's recognition of social media and the value that those of us who work in the industry of social media, can extend the Disney brand. The voice we lend. With that being said, it was less a promotion of "Disney" and more just a coming together of like minded women.

I was extended an invitation in the 11th hour but I was nonetheless thrilled and flattered too even though I emailed my co-host, Danielle Gray aka "Dr." at like midnight Friday morning stating that I couldn't even fathom how I would muster the energy to make it to the conference that day with a never ending list of "to-do's." But God-willing, I got the kids off to school and even thought it was pouring rain and although I arrived late, there was still plenty of dish to spare. Danielle sent energy vibes my way that surely paid off.

My feet may be kicked up but trust I was working. It was every Mommy for herself when it came to the few very few available outlets. You can't tell from the pic but this was one heck of a balancing act I was pulling off.

The air of support as I listened to speakers and sat amongst Mommies who are entrepreneurs, Bloggers, bizness owners or simply looking to get their foot in the door was awesome. The energy was amazing. And there is nothing like being surrounded by women who just get you and understand your reality. Such is what I try to bring every time I take to the airwaves of Bag Ladies Radio. I set up shop and lent an ear to the expertise of those who spoke. The networking was plentiful. There were alot of familiar-faced Mommies. The tales of exhaustion and trying to manage family life and domestic responsibility all while being the boss were hilarious. The reaffirmation of how imperative family support is was reassuring. And the dish was great! Ya'll know I'm a fiend for stimulating conversation. And for swag. Check it out!

Bag O' Swag

"The Swag"

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OnDemand: "TALES OF SINGLEDOM" feat. Essence Mag's, Charreah Jackson 06/05 by Erin Martin | Blog Talk Radio

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QUICK! GRAB YOUR BADGE OF "REALITY"

UP FOR GRABS!!! Singledom, Mommyhood, Hustling, Girl Power!, Fashion, Beauty ...Any of this sound familiar? If Bag Ladies Radio Show is a reflection of the reality of you, your life and how you live it, grab your badge today! It's the newest addition to the Bag Ladies brand that's all for you! Join all the other women aka "Bag Ladies", just like you who share in "mine", "yours", "our" reality. The code can be embedded and the badge worn on your site or blog. All you need do is copy (just the code), and paste. Grab it while it's hot but wear it proudly!!! And if you have a badge, leave the code in the comments. I might just return the fave. #BagLadiesLIVE

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TONITE'S SHOW: "BEAUTY TALK" with MUA, ALEXANDRA BUTLER

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Known amongst her youtube fans as, "AlexandraBond", this artist "made" with a degree in Industrial Engineering and former Product Specialist for MAC, knows her stuff and excels above the norm. Alexandra's varied background has left a "beauty mark" on the industry and has enabled her to work with a vast array of celebrity clientele and national networks and shows.

Particularly known for her blending techniques and varied use of color, Alexandra is lending a voice to our most popular segment, "Beauty Talk" during which we dish on everything from techniques and trends to brand building and getting your foot in the door.

Follow along on Twitter @bagladies for extra off-air commentary. And for an on-air shout out and to have your beauty and biz questions answered live by Alexandra, tweet with #BagLadiesLIVE attached.

Listen LIVE online or call-in and listen @ 347.327.9510 

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"WEAR IT WITH CONFIDENCE": WHAT I SAID AT INT'L NATURAL HAIR MEETUP DAY (#INHMD) ...

Me and the FAB ladies on the panel

There's no denying the strong sense of community that exists amongst women who wear their hair natural and the thirst for info. on everything from products and treatments to maintenance and styles. The shift in the market is totally evident by the number of bloggers publishing content entirely dedicated to natural hair. Independent brands tapping into the natural hair niche. And mainstream brands clearly recognize the value as they are catering more and more and introducing products specifically targeting the natural hair community. And thus, International Natural Hair Meetup Day (#INHMD). #INHMD, is an annual one day event that takes place across the country and brings women together to network and share stories about their natural hair journey, techniques, products and more.

I was extended an invitation to participate in the #INHMD DC stop this weekend. Hosted by DC based Koils By Nature, I was both flattered and humbled to sit amongst a panel of fabulous women including celebrity natural hairstylist, Felicia Leatherwood, and lend a voice to my own personal journey being natural. I had a far less dramatic story than some but the response from the audience was awesome! My theme, "wear it with confidence." Click "play" to listen to my response about how natural hair is responded to in the workplace. You can share the "dish byte" too and please provide me your feedback. I'd LOVE to read it.

Upon showing up and awaiting my turn to "dish". Where's the mic?

The awesome spirit that she is! Pamela Jenkins, Owner of Koils By Nature

#INHMD Founder, Adeea Rogers

The vendors stole my discipline and kinky-tees.com got the best of me #ShoppingConfessions

One of the highlights of the day was meeting Celeb Natural Hairstylist, Felicia Leatherwood. Coming soon to the airwaves of #BagLadiesLIVE for sure! 

For more pics from the awesome time had at #INHMD, check me on Instagram for #BagLadiesLIVE Weekend Edition @ bagladies.
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#INHMD IS IN DC TOMORROW AND I'M SPEAKING!!

#INHMD is hitting the #DMV! And I'm speaking on a panel alongside Celebrity Natural Hairstylist, Felicia Leatherwood! The International Natural Hair Meetup Day, in it's second year, is an annual one-day event to bring women together to both network and share their natural hair journey which of course includes "dish" about styles, products and techniques. Such as what I will be talking about amongst the panel. "Beauty Talk" is my most popular #BagLadiesLIVE segment so gimme a mic and surround me with women who love to "dish" all things fashion and beauty and I'm in heaven! 
This weekend's DC stop is hosted by Koils by Nature. The event is from 11-4p at the Holiday Inn Alexandria located at 2460 Eisenhower Avenue Alexandria, VA. For more details, visit www.inhmd.com. And for tix, purchase now at inhmddmv.eventbrite.com!!

See you there!
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"INSTANT REPLAY" ON TOMORROW'S #BAGLADIESLIVE

I love each and every show however why certain shows are a fave, varies. It could be the personality of the featured guest, the topic of conversation, the "dish" itself, a hilarious quote ...I could go on. And then there was "INSTANT REPLAY." "INSTANT REPLAY" is being introduced as per Bag Ladies Radio OnDemand feature which allows you to listen to all previously aired Bag Ladies shows, 24/7. Have you noticed tweets/posts regarding the fact that even if you miss Bag Ladies live, you don't have to throw up your hands and sulk. All you need do is catch up OnDemand. After a show airs live, it becomes immediately available OnDemand at bagladiesradio.com/listen or as I recently announced, on iTunes! You can literally listen whenever you want. And if you are on iTunes, you can subscribe to the show and be automatically notified when shows are made available and listen from wherever, whenever.

"INSTANT REPLAY" on #BagLadiesLIVE is straight to the point. It's a condensed version of a previously aired segment, the main "dish", that is a fave replayed just for you and your listening pleasure. Upon opening the show and sharing with you the "chosen" show and why it's a fave, "INSTANT REPLAY."

Tune in tomorrow, 7:30p EST @ bagladiesradio.com/listen for this month's "INSTANT REPLAY." Moving forward, "INSTANT REPLAY" will be added to the line up every month.
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AN EXCLUSIVE BAG LADIES OFFER!

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We all can use a lil' help from time to time especially when trying to define a starting point when making moves. Are you struggling with just that? Are you looking for someone to bounce ideas who can advise you how to fill in the holes and bridge the gaps? You may just need to consider getting "radical." My "machine drivah" as I affectionately refer, @RavenDelana has helped me map out a better structure when it comes to not just defining my goals for my show, Bag Ladies Radio but achieving them too. As she moderated this week's show and live tweeted on my behalf, she announced an exclusive offer:

"The Radical Biz Catalyst is a juicy three-part process where Raven will dive head first into your business and emerge with the strategy needed to create a RADICAL shift; then she'll arm you with the tools needed to execute that strategy like a champ. Whether you need help with online marketing, streamlining business processes or just embracing the "BIGNESS" of your business, Veranda Lane can help."

Speaking from first hand experience, "If you know like I know" ...For this exclusive and limited time offer, visit bit.ly/RadicalBiz
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#BagLadiesLIVE: LAST NITE WAS A TESTIMONY!!

Last nite's #BeautyTalk: "The Biz Behind the Beauty", was more awesome than I could've imagined. "Beauty Talk" is the most popular segment on Bag Ladies Radio. I've had the privilege of dishing with some of the most fabulous and notable experts in the industry. And unless, I speak to a guest prior to air, I don't know what personality they bring to the show. I'm always pleasantly surprised when a guest "brings it." Such is what last nite's guests did. Featuring Celebrity MUA, Shon Michaux and Celebrity MUA/Hairstylist, Neema Ali. Managed by The Teknique Agency, both are known for their most recent work on VH1's Love and Hip Hop series. Not only did we (co-hosts, @babyshopa and @stylenbeautydoc too), dish on the experience of working in reality tv, but they lent a very candid perspective on how they achieved their present day status, the work to get where they are, standing out in the industry and moving forward. Myself and the #BagLadiesLIVE cast love to dish beauty so the show could've been an all-nighter. It's a wonder we weren't stomping and shouting "Hallelujah!" by the end of the show. Be on the "listen" for an exclusive offer just for you from my Marketing Director, aka "Machine Drivah", @ravendelana. 

Let me know your thoughts please on the show. Push "play" to listen OnDemand. Grab your notepad! Enjoy!

Oh, and P.S. - I had a "moment" at the top of the show where I went off on Kim Kardashian's lack of good "fashion" sense!!

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"SO TELL ME WHATCHA WANT!": I NEED YOU AND YOUR FEEDBACK

Even though Bag Ladies is an established show, I'm constantly paying attention to the audience, my listeners to ensure that content "dish" is relevant and that I and the #BagLadiesLIVE cast lends a voice to the reality of you, your life and how you live it. It's not all about us and I NEVER take that for granted. I'm able to do what I do; the show exists because you tune in. If no listeners, no show. We wanna talk about what you wanna hear. So I'm always tweaking and making improvements in an effort to be better at what I do which is lending a voice to you ...Your experiences, your emotions, the highs and the lows, the joys and the woes and making Bag Ladies Radio the best that it can be. I leave my ❤   on the airwaves for you.
In order to do that better, I need your feedback. Please see the survey below. I wanna know what works best for you. What do you wanna hear me "dish" about? What time do you prefer? And what ideas do you have for show topics. Answer and you just might be selected to hangout on air amongst the #BagLadiesLIVE cast! Would you like that? Thank you!

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