About Briallyn Smith
Briallyn is an occupational therapist working with clients to integrate technology into their everyday lives to assist with physical and psychological conditions. After work? She's probably procrastinating on social media or troubleshooting her family's computer problems.
Social Media Done Right: Advertising You'll Actually Want to See
Every company has its own social media presence, but some brands are way more successful than others. These nine companies have taken risks when it comes to social media, and their approaches have paid of
Searching for College Admissions? Do an Anxiety Free Search This Fall
Choosing which school you want to attend and sorting through degree options are some of the most stressful parts of college applications – but they don't have to be. The right tools make it easier.
Is Lumosity a Lie? The Neuroscience Behind Brain Training Games
Brain training games promise to improve your memory, prevent cognitive losses and decrease your chances of showing symptoms of dementia – are their promises too good to be true?
Does Apple Watch Make Your Wearable Activity Tracker Obsolete?
"But I thought Apple and Fitbit were working together!" you cry from the back of the room – and that's an understandable misconception.
Keeping Grammy Safe: Wireless Health Care at Home Saves Lives
Healthcare's recent wireless health care innovations could be the answer to helping seniors lead healthy and independent lives at home without causing their family members or healthcare providers to worry about their well-being.
Thinking Outside the Board – How to Use Pinterest Creatively
Pinterest is a powerful tool that should be used for more than just daydreaming about weddings, impossible fitness challenges, and mouthwatering recipes. Try using it for more useful purposes instead!
How Do You Use Social Media? A 20-Something's Theory of Social Media Niches
With widespread use of social media platforms, it can be hard to understand why new ones are created. Could this be because each social network actually only fills one or two specific niches for users?
5 iPhone Apps Your Teenager Has Probably Installed
As a parent, you can be forgiven for wondering: "How do I help my child use their phone wisely when I don't even know what the danger is?"
#Friendship – Using Twitter to Make Personal Connections
When used properly your 140 characters can lead to personal connections and meaningful conversations. Here we share some of the best ways to use your Twitter account to really connect with others.
How to Pick the Perfect Book for Children
There is no better gift for children of any age than a book. But once you've exhausted your own childhood favourites, where do you turn to for other options?
Crazy and Creative New Apps That Change Messaging for the Better
It's easy for social media conversations to fall into a rut. Thankfully, there are popular new apps being widely adopted that guarantee sending and receiving messages will be anything but dull.
Using Social Networks to Find Amazing Products
Retailers want in on the social media market. Pinterest, Wanelo, and Instagram all offer options for online shopping, but which one is best? And how do you use them effectively? We tell you how.
Frustrated with Facebook? 5 Tips to Reclaim Your Sanity
The real-world social implications of Facebook make it difficult to deal with frustrating online situations. Here are five tips to help you keep your Facebook feed drama-free.
How to Use Pinterest Effectively (And Avoid the Ridiculous Nail Art)
It is actually possible to use Pinterest for useful tasks, though it may not seem so at first glance. Here's how.
How to Gain Quality Followers on Tumblr
Tumblr is difficult to break into. But whether you are an author or artist, fan or creator, the recipe for Tumblr success remains the same, and it's a recipe we're willing to share.
The Unspoken Yik-Yak Etiquette Code
Even anonymous groups have rules. While it might seem like Yik Yak would be a free-for-all, an unspoken code of conduct has emerged amongst users. Here we explain these unwritten rules.