Paula Kiger believes her Twitter bio says it best: Wife of one, Mom of two, Friend of many. She is a communications professional who provides writing, editing and social media services through Big Green Pen. She was the community manager for the Lead Change Group for two years. Paula has a Master’s Degree in Counseling and Human Systems from Florida State University. She is an active advocate for many causes, including access to immunizations for children worldwide.
Communication | December 26, 2018
What better way to get to know potential clients than to invite them onto your balcony and into your living room every Sunday morning? Paula Kiger explains the vibrant community that has grown out of newsprint.
Social Media | August 13, 2018
Now that emoji are ubiquitous, they are leaping onto our clothing and into our stomachs. Emoji-themed items are proliferating, but can they drive revenue? Paula Kiger has more.
Communication | June 7, 2018
Improv isn’t just for comedians. Every business person can use it to learn how to rock their next speech—to colleagues, an audience, or your spouse
Business Planning | July 27, 2017
Thinking of launching in solopreneurship? Should you quit your day job first? What does it take to become a solopreneur? Paula Kiger tackles the pros and cons of being a solopreneur.
Influence | February 2, 2017
Social media can change your life. And being generous in the online world even more. If you don’t open your virtual door to the people around, if you don’t genuinely connect with other professionals, you will never know where that relationship might lead to. Paula Kiger shares the curious case of a professor who advised readers to quit social media in order to preserve their careers.
Snapchat | September 6, 2016
Paula Kiger takes over Shot@Life’s Snapchat and learns a few things. Find out how the takeover day made a permanent impression on her.
Snapchat | June 20, 2016
Social media is more permanent than many of our youngsters may think. Paula Kiger shares a beautiful story and some life lessons learned from an adventure on social media.
Cause Marketing | December 1, 2015
If you are having trouble deciding where to spend your money this holiday season, Paula Kiger has a solution. Check out The Holiday Hashtag Decision Tree.
Communication | September 28, 2015
A recent situation in the public school system in Florida led to a book challenge that led this author to support banned books week. Here is why it matters.
Community | June 15, 2015
It’s the social media mob in action again, this time with #droughtshaming. But Paula Kiger questions its efficacy and challenges us to think differently.
Entrepreneur | April 22, 2015
Invisible conditions such as face blindness in the workplace can result in misunderstandings between people. Paula Kiger has some answers and some solutions.
Communication | November 17, 2014
What can the principles of yoga teach us about maintaining focus through the strategic planning process? How can you find your own Dharana at work?
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