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Girls Do Science with Microsoft YouthSpark
Did you know that 7 out of 10 young girls start out with an interest in Science and Math, yet the majority of young women abandon this interest and only a small percent pursue STEM-related degrees? Further, according to Girls Who Code, In 1984, 37% of all computer science ...read more
YouthSpark Microsoft Empowers Kids
The future is looking bright. There is so much talent coming up the ranks. Thanks to Microsoft, I've been able to learn a lot about what's happening with our next generation. The company is making sure the talent pool will be deep for generations to come. All the programs fall ...read more
Live Healthier with Microsoft Band
Earlier this year I started the Couch to 5K workout program. Again. I am a three time dropout, having falling short of the 5k run goal in the past. But this time was different. I was (and am) truly committed to getting healthier and not making excuses. I am proud to say I am now ...read more
Getting Girls Excited About Science
I like to think we've come a long way since boys were encouraged to concentrate on science and math and girls were told to hone their housekeeping skills, but that doesn't mean we shouldn't still be making every effort to ensure that our daughters know they can go into any field ...read more
Blogging and Traveling with the Windows Surface Pro 3
I don't remember the exact moment it happened, but at some point over the last year my son became more tech savvy than me. It was painfully obvious when the only thing he asked for from Santa Claus was a Surface Pro 3. He, like many grown ups, was completely wow'ed by the cool ...read more
Organizing Photos for the New Year
I've got thousands of photos at my disposal. I'm a snap-happy mom who loves to capture family moments PLUS I work in a very visual industry. Staying on top of all the images for my personal and professional work is a tall task. Thankfully, Microsoft makes products that help me ...read more
What's New for WindowsPhone
One of the best part of participating in the #OfficeChamps Ambassador Program is getting an insiders look at what's new from Microsoft. My most recent testing involves using Office products on the new Nokia 928B WindowsPhone. I just got the upgraded phone and have been loving ...read more
Exploring Seattle with Microsoft
During my trip to Seattle, I loved learning all about all of the tech finds (check out part one here) http://www.momtrends.com/2014/05/favorite-tech-finds-from-microsoft/. The trip also included being outside where I was immersed with this city's beautiful and natural findings. ...read more
Tech News: Office for iPad
As a Microsoft Ambassador we are excited to share you the latest tech advances from the company with the launch of Microsoft Office for iPad. Available for download in the App Store, a Office 365 subscription allows you to have access to all of your documents in your OneDrive ...read more
Give Good Tech Gifts
Tis the season to give. This year savvy parents are gifting and getting goodies from Microsoft to spread holiday cheer. From tweens to the dad that has everything, I have some great ideas inspired by the latest tech trends. 3-D Printing If you have the funds, a 3D printer is a ...read more
Microsoft Blogger Experience
You don't have to be a tech guru to appreciate the ways Microsoft helps busy women get things done. When I got the email asking me to join the blogging team working with Microsoft Office on the #OfficeChamps program, I was a little shocked. I'm not a tech guru, I'm a style ...read more
Busy Mom Tips for Working Smarter
How do busy women get it all done? Creativity. Energy. The right tools. That's my key to success. Tomorrow I'm celebrating all of these at a special event with Microsoft Office 365. As I type this, I am flying back from Seattle after three days of getting a glimpse of all the ...read more
Office 365 Giveaway
One of the favorite things about my job at Momtrends is that it offers me the flexibility to do what I love. Having been in the editorial space for 10 years, I value my time differently where making my own scedule has been beneficial to help me foster (as much as possible) that ...read more