Susan Finch Solutions

Just Launched - MuranoAcoustics.us

You never know how connections, networking and quotes will end up.  This one has a happy ending.  Through one of my favorite networking organizations,  I was asked me to quote on a job for their client, Murano Acoustics. I saw their existing site and was happy they were ready to update their image to match the quality of their products and clients.  This just launched today. 

Read the rest of the story to see the before and learn more about the redesign.  Live site is here >>

Just Launched - Orange County Cemetery District

The Orange County Cemetery District wanted to give their families more information and make it easy for loved ones to find graves.  The search/mapping feature will launch soon. They've started with a new site that includes an at-a-glance calendar to schedule events by property category.

 

 

They are very excited to update their look from their previous site.

I'll be working on their new logo/branding next. 

Sending Text Message via Email to Cell Phones

I admit I'm awful about texting. I have an old Razor style phone and it takes three clicks for every letter. I rarely use it because I'm always at my desk. When I'm out, I don't want emails or client calls. I'm taking a break during that time.  But once in a while I want to send a quiet message to a friend on their cellphone.  If you want to know how to send it to people on various systems, here you are.  Trick is, you have to know who they use. 

Signing Your Holiday Greeting Cards

Of the seven examples below, which ones are correct if the writer is sending greetings from his or her entire family?   

1. Happy holidays from the Smith’s 
2. Happy holidays from the Williams’ 
3. Happy holidays from the Smiths 
4. Happy holidays from the Williamses 
5. Happy holidays from the Smiths’ 
6. Happy holidays from the Williamses’ 
7. Happy holidays from the Williams family  

Is it me or is it I? easier to figure out than It's me or It's I.

This becomes a bit of an issue of personal style; both in speaking and writing.  If you are already using contractions, you're the casual sort.  Obviously, I am, too.

You're trying to make the right impression as you knock on the door of your blind date's apartment, or on the door of the personnel manager who has your job application. "Who's there?" you're asked. What's your reply? Usually, I say, "It's Susan."  It's rare that I would answer with, "It's me."  That's a bit presumptuous, but you get the point.

If you've ever been unsure of whether the answer is, "It's me" or "It's I," read on.

All members of South and North County PR and Marketing Group need to work in a different field.

Join South and North County PR and Marketing Group Saturday, December 12 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm when we work in Second Harvest of Orange County’s Incredible Edible Field.

Did you know that in Orange County, more than 456,000 people are at risk of going hungry sometime each month?

Fortunately, we can help. This year, our charity project is to help the Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County. We’re going to work in their Incredible Edible Agricultural Field in Irvine.

This is going to be fun, and a welcome change from your usual 9 to 5 gig! You can bring friends and family, including children. If someone is willing to help, they’re welcome to join us.  Learn more on their site >>