Yep. Trying to get back into some of that. I’m working on some brand definition right now and planning to update the style guides/recruit more writers once that’s complete. I feel like TSM (and TFM) had a bit of an identity crisis after all the changes were made in-house.
I will say this: I want (and have always wanted) TSM to be a site FOR sorority girls (and like-minded non-Greeks!) not a site ABOUT sorority girls. Content like this piece specifically still makes sense to me for the site because it’s a silly piece about things the audience cares about (re: boys and pop culture). It’s something we always would have done. I think the balance is just off at the moment so it’s maybe striking a little harder.
I wish you girls would comment more, because that’s the best way to get feedback, and I appreciate the input. We’re here to entertain YOU after all. But from what we’ve seen, women have always been more prone to engage on social media than on the sites. In any case, this is another thing I want to work toward — making this more a sense of community. Sit tight. Changes are coming. And thanks for your note.
Can we get back some of the old funny relatable stories that tsm used to write. Stories about sorority life. Like frat basement horror stories. 20 thoughts on cooler painting. How I actually feel about my pledge class not articles that I also see circulating BuzzFeed and FB
As a sisterhood, we would appreciate you checking in on all the efforts that have been made by Sigma Kappa sisters to help. Efforts that were not mentioned in the article.
This article is a total fluff piece… “Sigma Kappa Nationals Steps Up” makes it sound like they actually did something like find a lawyer or donate to an organization to help their member. In what way is making a short Facebook post doing anything of value? How brave of them to step up and say “we hope our member isn’t stuck in Iran forever”…
I mean, it’s also only 4 out of the last 25 pieces of content. I thought it was funny to sensationalize something trivial. I’m sorry you didn’t like it.
You’re right, though, in that the news we’ve been covering has been pop culture heavy lately, and I don’t have to tell you that this family is a centerpiece to pop culture. We’re not going to stop talking about them (or pop culture in general) completely for as long as they’re relevant to 18-24 y/o women, but if there’s other stuff you’d like to see more of in addition, I’d be happy to consider adding it into the mix.
My sister: what is the article about? Is it interesting??
Me: it’s about a girl that sends nudes but isn’t worried because she isn’t hot ..
My sister: That’s stupid..
Me: and sad…
Tbh, I think they’re being a tad over dramatic
Still too soon to tell.
Yep. Trying to get back into some of that. I’m working on some brand definition right now and planning to update the style guides/recruit more writers once that’s complete. I feel like TSM (and TFM) had a bit of an identity crisis after all the changes were made in-house.
I will say this: I want (and have always wanted) TSM to be a site FOR sorority girls (and like-minded non-Greeks!) not a site ABOUT sorority girls. Content like this piece specifically still makes sense to me for the site because it’s a silly piece about things the audience cares about (re: boys and pop culture). It’s something we always would have done. I think the balance is just off at the moment so it’s maybe striking a little harder.
I wish you girls would comment more, because that’s the best way to get feedback, and I appreciate the input. We’re here to entertain YOU after all. But from what we’ve seen, women have always been more prone to engage on social media than on the sites. In any case, this is another thing I want to work toward — making this more a sense of community. Sit tight. Changes are coming. And thanks for your note.
I don’t know, I was just throwing out an idea. I’m sorry it wasn’t as successful as you had hoped.
Oh word? Even though mine just failed?
Yes!!! You should do like an advice column for us with like relationship advice
#teambacon for life!!!!! (Even if he doesn’t work here anymore *sniffle*)
haha she really is too real. Good to have you here Rog.
Can we get back some of the old funny relatable stories that tsm used to write. Stories about sorority life. Like frat basement horror stories. 20 thoughts on cooler painting. How I actually feel about my pledge class not articles that I also see circulating BuzzFeed and FB
No words….
If you shoot me an email with the details, I will definitely do a follow up.
As a sisterhood, we would appreciate you checking in on all the efforts that have been made by Sigma Kappa sisters to help. Efforts that were not mentioned in the article.
This article is a total fluff piece… “Sigma Kappa Nationals Steps Up” makes it sound like they actually did something like find a lawyer or donate to an organization to help their member. In what way is making a short Facebook post doing anything of value? How brave of them to step up and say “we hope our member isn’t stuck in Iran forever”…
I mean, it’s also only 4 out of the last 25 pieces of content. I thought it was funny to sensationalize something trivial. I’m sorry you didn’t like it.
You’re right, though, in that the news we’ve been covering has been pop culture heavy lately, and I don’t have to tell you that this family is a centerpiece to pop culture. We’re not going to stop talking about them (or pop culture in general) completely for as long as they’re relevant to 18-24 y/o women, but if there’s other stuff you’d like to see more of in addition, I’d be happy to consider adding it into the mix.
I can’t even get a boyfriend on purpose
3 out of the last 6 articles are about the Kardashians… the topic really is getting old.
It was a joke, actually. Always open to writing suggestions though.
My sister: what is the article about? Is it interesting??
Me: it’s about a girl that sends nudes but isn’t worried because she isn’t hot ..
My sister: That’s stupid..
Me: and sad…
You really had nothing better to write about? What a joke.
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