@JoelECarlson – Hello everybody, and welcome to #jectv Twitterviews. Today’s guest is @WarehouseMedia, so we have a LOT to cover. Let go! :)

@WarehouseMedia – Ready and willing, good sir!

Q – #1    Great! First off, how did you come up with @WarehouseMedia as your Twitter handle, and were did you grow up?

A:    My Twit handle is an homage to my HS football coach who LOVED screaming “WAREHOUSE” to get my attention (Ware is my last name)

I grew up in Cold Spring (just outside of St. Cloud) Minnesota.

Oh …and Warehouse Media Service is the little company I own and operate (Shameless plug)

Q – #2    Does it get warm in Cold Spring? :D Seriously though, what led you from school to what you do today for work?

A:    Graduated from the #UMN in journalism and worked as a TV reporter/anchor for about five years. Got a job at the U…

…doing PR, which quickly morphed into video-based social media work. Now, I’m out on my own doing the same work.

Q – #3    I see. So what kind of clients (fields) do you typically work with, and what kind of videos do you create?

A:    My focus is on producing bulk-rate video content. To get noticed and to keep people coming back, you need a lot of good video.

Of course, good video can be expensive. Since I’m a lean (one-man) operation, I can produce video for less if I have a long-

-term commitment from a client that says they’ll be sticking with me for several months’ worth of videos. Clients range from

…renewable energy organizations, to non-profits to education institutions like the U of M.

However, the “bulk-rate” video plans aside, I’m also happy to do single video projects for an hourly rate!

Q – #4    As a small biz owner, how have you been able to use Social Media to assist you? Which tools do you use?

A:    Good relationships with many pple are imperative for small biz owners. Soc med helps create/build those relationships

I have my hand in as many tools as possible, but my main focus is on YouTube, supported by Facebook, blogs & Twitter.

Q – #5    That makes sens. Who are a few people that yo follow on Twitter that you find you benefit from connecting with them?

A:    A couple tweeters who’ve gone out of their way to help me include: @AgencyBabylon @JRChris (follow them!)

I learn a lot from dozens of tweeters I follow – Too many to name, but I retweet them as often as I can!

Q – #6    ReTweets are good, if done properly. Now for your FAVS: Favorite – restaurant, store, summer activity and gadget.

A:    Fav restaurant: Se Salt — store: REI — summer activity: Skiing in the Andes (cold & snowy in the south hemisphere summers!)

If I have to stay in Minnesota? Fav summer activity are Twins games or something on a lake/river.

Favorite gadget? Inspector.

CORRECTION! The favorite restaurant’s correct spelling is Sea Salt (In Minneapolis’ Minnehaha Park)

Q – #7    Nice place! :) If you could invite 1 person (dead/alive) to dinner, who would you invite and why?

A:    Jesus. So I could record the conversation, post it and have the only interview with Jesus on @YouTube. :)

Q – #8    Oh my! Well to end today with (Justin Ware) @WarehouseMedia, what encouragement of mantra would you like to share today?

A:    Whatever you do, never do anything in your own self interest if it causes hardship or pain for someone else.

@JoelECarlson – Thank you @WarehouseMedia for your comments and time today. Have a great afternoon and see you at @Caribou_Coffee on 9/21.

@WarehouseMedia – Much thanks to @JoelECarlson for todays Twitterview! #jectv For an archive of past Twitterviews, check out: http://www.joelsviews.com/

@JoelECarlson – Hello everybody and welcome to the Twitterview of @printerpete. Lets rock! :)

@printerpete – Thanks Joel!

Q – #1    So @PrinterPete, please share where you grew up and what got you to where you are today?

A:    I grew up in Hastings and pretty much spent my entire life in MN. I’d say there was a lot of chance involved in getting me here!

Q – #2    I’ll rephrase that and ask how did you get into printing after you finished school?

A:    I was selling advertising for the Duluth college newspaper and wanted to be involved in print media. My first job was in Marketing

Q – #3    @PrinterPete – What did you do after marketing?

A:    Well..I took a 2 yr break and became a House Painter, painting for my business partner. We had an idea to start a printing co.

Q – #4    I see, so what kind of printing do you do? For large & small biz? Any specialty items that you print on?

A:    We do it all! (sorry) I seem to have a niche running things that ordinary printers won’t, like window clings, magnets and even fabric

Q – #5    Good to know! More about you @PrinterPete, what are your FAVS: Favorite – restaurant, store, summer activity & music genre?

A:    I love to eat at Sweet Tomatoes, but none in the TCarea :( All my shopping is on eBay. I’m a BWCA fanatic and luv electronic/ambie

Q – #6    Okay. Well how has you “experience” been so far using Social Media tools? Has @SocialNicole’s tutoring helped?

A:    I have completely turned the corner on Social Media! It’s now my primary marketing focus.@SocialNicole has turned me into a believer.

Q – #7    Great! How can 500mil FB users not be a great target market? So to end, what thought or mantra would you like to share?

A:    I’ve always believed that “attitude is everything” No matter what your situation, something good can come from it

@JoelECarlson – Well thank you for your comments and your time today @PrinterPete!  Keep printing with a purpose!

@printerpete – Will do! Thanks for the opportunity, Joel! We’ll keep the presses rollin’ :)

@JoelECarlson – Hope everyone is having a fabulous Friday! Lets start the Twitterview of @KatrinLoss to get going.

@katrinloss – Hi @JoelECarlson. How are you today?

Q – #1    So @KatrinLoss, tell us, where did you grown up and what were some of the life steps that you took to get you where you are today?

A:    I’ve been fortunate to live in 2 of the most beautiful cities – Mpls and Hamburg – while growing up, thx to my parents.

Lots of detours: degrees in Business, English and Graphic Design; stints at Panasonic, Best Buy, Barnes & Noble, and 3M among others.

When I finally enrolled @MCAD my plan was to study photography… and fell in love with design.

Q – #2    I’m getting better today. Thx! :) @KatrinLoss – So what kind of work do you do now, and what kind of projects have you done?

A:    In a nutshell: I help people remember their favorite brand.

I develop and lead all aspects of the creative process from inception, concept development and design execution, …

… project management, to final production. Every client and project is unique – that’s why I like about being a designer.

“what” not “why” :D

Q – #3    Rookie Twitterviewer. :) So how have you been to adapting to the various Social Media tools that have been developed?

@katrinloss -  You’re cheating on me tweeting with other people while I talk…

@JoelECarlson – I’m a “double-Tweeter”! :) It’s not okay to multi-Tweet/task? More focus on @KatrinLoss then. :)

@katrinloss – Someone had to call you out on it :D

A:    I’m not sure I’ve adapted to social media tools. I use them + keep wondering… What’s next? How will it evolve? Mutate?

Q – #4    Interesting reasoning! Well who are some people that you follow on Twitter that you’ve benefited from connecting with?

A:    Twitter enabled me to connect with other designers and #AIGA members all over the country/world.

I like the diversity: finding out about new things+events, learning tips&tricks, seeing what other ppl are up to or just to humor me.

And it was nice meeting you IRL ;)

Q – #5    Lets shift gears and go to your FAVS – Favorite: restaurant, store, summer activity and gadget?

A:    Restaurant: Don’t really have one… just a favorite dish/dessert at places like Lurcat, Lucia’s, MASA, Punch, Café Latte, etc.

You’re more likely to find me at a coffee shop (than a restaurant). The best latté? A toss up between Spyhouse and Rustica. Store:

Any bookstore – brick&mortar and online – and any place that sells music.

Summer activity: Keep me near any body of water and I’m happy. If it involves a camp fire even better.

Q – #6    FAVE Gadget? Also, to end today – what thought or mantra would you like to share with everyone?

A:    *sorry distracted by sth work related* Gadget: I’ve always been a huge fan of all of kinds of electronics…

If you’re looking at the sun, you won’t see a shadow.” – Helen Keller

@JoelECarlson – Thank you @KatrinLoss for you comments and time today. It was nice to meet you IRL as well. Have a great weekend!

@katrinloss – Thanks for the chat @JoelECarlson. Have a great weekend yourself. Be well!

@JoelECarlson – Hello everybody, and welcome to #jectv Twitterviews. Today’s guest is @KimmieDy, so lets get in focus and begin.

@KimmieDy – Hi Joel!

Q – #1    Hi @KimmieDy! Tell us, where did you grow up and what were some of the life steps that you took to get you where you are today?

A:    I grew up in Arden HIlls MN and went to the U of MN for Apparel Science and Design!

Q – #2    @KimmieDy So what kinds of classwork did that entail, and what kind of work did that lead you to do?

A:    Textiles & retail math, marketing & business classes. I graduated from college,moved to NYC, worked in the garment district.

Q – #3    That’s interesting. What did you think of NYC, and what led you to returning back to MN?

A:    I love NYC & wish I stayed longer. One of my biggest regrets. I was young & it was my first real job and it was hard. I came home.

Q – #4    So what kind of work do you do now in MN, what’s your blog, and what is your blog about?

A:    came home and started working in the salon world doing various things!

I have a blog called www.frillsandflounces.com It is fashion, style icons,things that I see and love and want to share.

Just started it in the last couple months so seeing where it will go. I have a love of vintage jewelry so want to create a place

that people will be able to purchase the vintage jewelry that I buy and collect on my blog.

Q – #5    Nice idea! :) Lets find out your FAVS : Favorite – restaurant, store, color and summer activity?

A:    My favorite restaurant is 112 Eatery but it is a tie with Bar Lagrassa. I love them both equally!

My favorite store is Styled Life. Everyone should go there! My favorite color is green but I always seem to wear black.

My favorite summer activity is walking my pekingese, George!

Q – #6    Ah, so you have a “purse pooch”. :) Do you take George to dog parks or around the neighborhood?

A:    Well, He is supposed to be a purse pooch but he is more like a suitcase pooch! Too big for a purse at 24 lbs!

He is famous in the neighborhood. He goes everywhere…. he really loves Dunn Brothers and the Monte Carlo!

Q – #7    Does he get a pawpuccino or a poochie-latte at @DunnBrosCoffees? Is he your 1st dog?

A:    He gets a sugar cookie! He is my first dog. He is almost 12.

Q – #8    Animals/pets are fun! :) So to end today, what advice or mantra would you like to share with people today?

A:    Dogs are the best! Be true to yourself because if you are not, it will always come back to find you! Thanks Joel!

@JoelECarlson - No, thank YOU @KimmieDy! I appreciate your time and your comments today. Have a great evening and enjoy George! :)

@JoelECarlson – Hello everyone, and welcome to the Twitterview of @futureadexec today. Lets step aboard and get rolling!

@futureadexec – hi, Joel. Happy Tuesday. I’m ready to rock and roll.

Q – #1    To begin @futureadexec, where did you grow up and what were some of the life steps that you’ve taken to get you where you are today?

A:    I’m from Flake, officially known as Forest Lake. Graduated college this May from the @UofStThomasMN

Fortunate to have had great internships with @Magnet360, @MGEX1 and here @Periscope_, where I now work full-time.

Spent lots of college time with @UST_AdFed. I was the Treasurer, President & Event Coordinator over the years. Also, big into #NSAC.

Q – #2    What courses did you take in college, and how were your internship experiences for you?

A:    I majored in #COJO (Comm/Journalism) w/an emphasis on Advertising, plus minored in Eng Lit and Psych so had a wide variety of classes

My internships & @UST_AdFed experiences have gotten me to where I am today. All fantastic. Everyone should participate in @AdFedMN!

Q – #3    Cool! So what is your role at @Periscope, and do you use Social Media tools for your job?

A:    My title is Social Media Coordinator here @Periscope_ . I explore emerging media to help our clients best connect w/ their customers

Social media is my job! I’m on Twitter, Facebook, Foursquare, etc. on a daily basis working to help clients meet their social goals

Q – #4    Ah, a Foursquare user! So what unique badges do you have, and what’s your favorite?

A:    Favorite @Foursquare badge is “I’m on a boat”. I wasn’t even on a boat when I got it! Just chillin @ Lake Calhoun.

The oddest badges I have are “Zoetrope” for going to different movie theatres &”16 candles” for birthday shoutouts

Q – #5    Lets now go to your FAVS: Favorite – restaurant, store, color and music genre?

A:    Oh @JoelECarlson, FAVs are tough! Fave restaurant is a toss up between @BlueDoorPub & Chino Latino (@WannaBangkok)

I love @Nordstrom for their shoe & handbag collection. Love Marathon Sports because they are experts who support good causes.

My fave color has always been pink, now so more than ever because I just completed @the3day.

I don’t have a favorite music genre although I adore Brandi Carlile & am sad I won’t be in town when she’s here @MinnStateFair

Q – #6    Nice. What has been your experience with the Social Media community in the TC, and who are some FAVS to follow?

A:    the #TC social media community is fantastic. I especially adore @MIMA & the wide range of people it brings together

Local SM voices I look up to include: @craigpladson, @jenkaneco, @keithprivette & @agencybabylon. There are tons of others too

Q – #7    Nice list! So to end today w/@futureadexec – what advice or mantra would you like to share with people today?

A:    I’d like to end on a positive note so I’ll look to Gandhi for this one: “Be the change you want to see in the world.”

@JoelECarlson – Thanks you @futureadexec for sharing some of your thoughts and time with everyone today. Have a good afternoon!

@futureadexec – thank you Joel for the opportunity! Hope everyone enjoys the rest of their day. Cheers! #jectv

@JoelECarlson – Hello everyone and welcome to today’s Twitterview of @erinklegstad. Lets get things started!

@erinklegstad – hi, Joel! Thanks for having me!

Q – #1    So @erinklegstad, where did you grow up and what were some things you’ve done in your life to get you where you are today?

A:    home = Hallock, MN. College = UofM, Morris // BA in English.Post-college = newspaper reporter in Spicer & @echopress.

: always enjoyed writing and had amazing high school English teachers and an awesome English advisor at UMM!

Q – #2    What kind of work and locations have you had since college?

A:    news editor at the Kandiyohi Co Times in Spicer (now Lakes Area Review) & a county beat reporter @echopress in Alex.

since June 2008, I’ve been a communications rep for @capxprojects (part of @XcelEnergyMN). Love my job!

Q – #3    Cool! So how long have you been using Social Media tools, and which ones do you use?

A:    thanks! I use @facebook to keep in touch with friends, but twitter is my social media tool of choice!

I’ve also been toying with the idea of starting a healthy living/fitness blog. Just haven’t found the time!

Q – #4    Have you started any friendships based on a friend/follow? Who are some you’ve benefited from following?

A:    so many fantastic tweeters! @hyedi is a close friend of mine; we met via twitter & mutual friend @JennaBennett01.

other faves include @nutritionisteat, @LivBtrNutrition, @bert22, my sis @amiklegstad. Too many to list!

I follow many food/health/wellness tweeters, as health/wellness/fitness R my passions! Love their tips & recipes! :)

Q – #5    Do you use any Social Media tools in the work that you do?

A:    we just implemented a twitter account this year (@capxprojects), but that’s it….

our public outreach = open houses, direct mail, website, as our stakeholders aren’t that twitter-savvy. :) #

ooo, I forgot! I also use @foursquare (personally, not for work).

Q – #6    I see. Well lets go to the FAVS: Favorite – restaurant, store, summer activity and color.

A:    fave restaurant(s) = @BirchwoodCafe and @FrenchMeadow! Both have great patios and amazing organic local food.

fave store = hands-down @lululemon and @lululemonSWE! @Nordstrom and J. Crew are also up there. :)

fave summer activity is road biking! I ride with @Birchwood_Bikes & am competing in the state road race on Saturday.

: other fave activities include @corepoweryoga and running. Time with friends rocks, too, as does being outside.

fave color… can’t choose just one! Black, of course, chocolate brown, turquoise. Depends on my mood :)

Q – #7    Wow, you are an active person! How have you found the Twin Cities biking community to be like?

A:    I rarely sit down! :) TC bike community is incredible! We’re fortunate to live in such a supportive community…

great trails, many dedicated bike lanes, @niceridemn! And most importantly, there are awesome cyclists here!

Q – #8    Awesome!  Our time is almost up. To end, what advice or mantra would you like to share today?

A:    my advice… sweat once a day (courtesy of @lululemon), live life to the fullest, love what you do & embrace change!

@JoelECarlson – Thank you for participating and sharing some of your thoughts and life today. Have a great afternoon!

@erinklegstad - it was my pleasure! Thank you for having me on twitteriew! Enjoy your afternoon as well :)

@JoelECarlson – Welcome to Twitterview #2 for today. Our guest is @petebocken, so lets get to geek’n, I mean Tweet’n. :)

@petebocken – Thanks for having me Joel!

Q – #1    So @petebocken, where did you grow up and what were some of the life steps that you’ve taken to get you where you are today?

A:    Grew up in La Crosse, WI. Always lived and breathed tech! Started with keyboarding class back in Kindergarten…

Took a bunch of photography, art, tech classes in HS.

Just couldn’t escape computers. They were a good way to express myself.

Did some IT here and there, but I really took to web design.

Q – #2    So what kind of work do you do now, and what kind of clients do you have?

A:    Help out @westwords_paula at Westwords Consulting, web dev/design for the most part. IT support, the techy geeky stuff.

We pride ourselves on having a personal work relationship with people at all levels of experience and business size

Clients range from single individuals to large corps.

Q – #3    So how quick of an adapter were you to Social Media, and which ones have you used?

A:    MySpace first, left that quick! Then Facebook for friends, family. Twitter more for work networking, new relationships

LinkedIn for …. i don’t know, haven’t had much use for that yet. But I’ve connected to everyone i’ve worked with.

Q – #4    I see. Have you used any of the geolocation tools like Foursquare, Gowalla or Facebooks new one called Places?

A:    I knew you would ask! ;) No! Not for me. Don’t like the idea. Plus everyone would know I don’t leave the house much!

Q – #5    Hahaha! That’s okay. Do you have some people that you feel you’ve benefited from following on Twitter?

A:    I’ll plug @SocialNicole cause she’s been trying to get me to use Twitter for some time now. Think I finally stuck

Follow everything @chriscoyier does for web dev, design, css, wordpress

I use TweetDeck, so I’ll just use searches a lot for stuff i’m watching to keep an eye on

Q – #6    Ah. Any new technologies, hardware, apps or software on the horizon that you think will be a “game changer” soon?

A:    Mobile has obviously skyrocketed the last few years. That will continue.

Hopefully standardization on social networks continues as well as data liberation.

I see casual computing not needing a typical computer, we are seeing that with what Google is doing

Q – #7   Now for your FAVS: Favorite – restaurant, store, gadget and summer activity.

A:    I don’t eat out that much, but fav restaurant is either Chipotle or Dave & Buster’s (Chuck E Cheese for adults!)

Fav store is amazon.com, brick and mortar is Target

fav gadget is my iPhone of course

Fav summer activity, can’t say i have one. pastey white dudes & sun don’t get along

Q – #8    That’s okay. Are you a @MinnStateFair kind of guy, or do you skip that?

A:    Yup, we always go. My wife & I have our tradition of the photo booth every year. This will be our tenth year in a row.

Q – #9    That’s sweet! :) So to end today and Twitterviews for this week, what thought or mantra would you like to share?

A:    Was told a long time ago. “Don’t be a leader or a follower, just be yourself.

@JoelECarlson – Thanks @petebocken for that final comment! Have a great weekend and thanks for your thoughts!

@petebocken – Thank you Joel!