Author: Emma Dimock

Maple Mashed Sweet Potatoes

When prepping and serving a holiday meal, I like to do as much as possible in advance to have more time to enjoy my family. I’ve taken this Martha Stewart recipe and made it my own. It’s an easy and delicious side dish and gives me an opportunity to use one of my favorite Maine-made ingredients. — Charlene

Cheesy Pull-Apart Christmas Tree

I’ve made this recipe at least six times during the Christmas season the last two years for every holiday party my husband and I attend. Huge crowd pleaser and looks so festive! Also, incredibly easy which doesn’t hurt, either! Family and friends have started requesting it. — Whitney (Adapted from a delish.com recipe)

Hot Chili Chocolate

I was this many days old when I found out that hot cocoa is made from cocoa powder, whereas hot chocolate is made from chopped chocolate. I have a skating pond at my house along with acres of trails for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. There’s nothing more comforting than a hot cup of chocolate after winter activities. I love the richness and sophistication of this sweet and spicy dark chocolate drink. — Juli

Boozy, Malty, Creamy Hot Chocolate

This recipe, from How to Hygge by Signe Johansen, is a great way to warm up after coming in from the cold. — Jen

Marketing Minute #6: The power of a handwritten thank you note

My secret weapon in business is old fashioned. I learned it from some very successful businesspeople who I admire. I write personal handwritten note cards and send them in the postal mail with a stamp.

Marketing Minute #5: Growing Your Personal Network is Like Growing a Garden

In today’s world, we must tend to our network of contacts like we would tend to a garden. Many relationships will grow and blossom, while some will inevitably languish on the vine.

Marketing Minute #8: Networking, even for introverts

When you go to a networking event, think about shining the light on other people, not yourself.

Marketing Minute #7: PR and marketing are expensive. Start with a plan.

Would you build a house without first consulting an architect? Of course not. How would your builder know what to build? A ranch? A Cape Cod? A mansion?

Marketing Minute #9: Valuable real estate: Inbox

Sending e-newsletters is part of building your brand and can make you the one your targeted audience will remember when they need what you have to sell.

Marketing Minute #10: Elements of a marketing plan

Good strategic marketing is a lot like a well-played football game. The best coaches know their competition and they recognize the core strengths of their own team.