Editor's Blog
Shannon, Editor in Chief, oversees the editorial staff, content and direction of VOWS and its platforms. She often writes on the intersection of business and life.
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Let's Get Social!
Feb 1, 2022
by Shannon Hurd, Editor In Chief
Connecting, learning from & bonding. . . the magic formula!
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Lessons From a Car Sale
Feb 1, 2022
by Shannon Hurd, Editor In Chief
Customers want to feel valued and are seeking experts to help them understand.
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What to Expect in 2022
Dec 1, 2021
by Shannon Hurd, Editor In Chief
Exciting changes: more interaction, enhanced social-media presence!
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Three Important Social-Media Updates
Oct 20, 2021
by Shannon Hurd, Editor
New Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest changes offer promising benefits!
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The Delight is in the Details!
Jul 1, 2021
It's the little unique touches they'll remember and tell others about.
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Better, Stronger, Wiser
May 1, 2021
The lessons of COVID will improve our personal and professional lives.
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New Year, New Social-Media Trend
Jan 1, 2021
The lesson: Remain alert and aware – and ready to pounce!
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Four Ways to Demonstrate Leadership During a Time of Crisis
Mar 19, 2020
You can make the difference between your boutique’s surviving/thriving or closing its doors.
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Wedding Prep Continues
Mar 1, 2020
A bride’s opinion is influenced by everything happening around her.