[Lauren Vargas] Is work-life balance possible in a social media world? Are the relationships we build online via blogs, Twitter, Facebook and other social networks personal or professional or both? Where do you draw the line? There is definitely a give-and-take required in an always-connected environment. When I get home from work, I spend quality time and dinner with my daughter. After she goes to sleep, I crank out a post or two and catch up on Reader, Twitter, email and various networks. It can be difficult to disconnect. My network is on several different time ones and the temptation to stay online for just a little longer is always read more...

True mentors are few and far between. I count myself blessed to have had more than one. I have professed many times on Communicators Anonymous that Kami Huyse is one of my mentors. The timing for this post falls on the heels of my own post thanking Kami for her mentorship and friendship. While Kami is away this week, she has asked me to step in and post to Communication Overtones. A special thank you to Kami and all of you for allowing me to contribute. I read more...