Thomas Umstattd Jr.

Technology Talks (March 2010)

As you may know, I teach on technology a lot. Several of you have asked when my next classes are. So here you go here is a list of some of my upcoming talks. I would love to see you there! How Everything Has Changed & Nothing is New What the changes in Social Media mean for your business. Date: March 2 (8-9:30am) Cost: Free (registration required) City: Austin, TX Register Now Tools like...

Profesional Speaker

One of my favorite things in the world is teaching. Now I (sometimes) get paid to do something I love.  If you would like to learn how to use Twitter better you are invited to come hear me speak. I’m just getting started as a professional speaker and so many of my classes are still free. I have also added an upcoming speaking events widget to the sidebar. Upcoming Classes: July 27, 2009 Introduction...

Need Help With Technology? Check out my new website.

This robot goes with the new website I started to help people use technology to advance the kingdom. It’s targeted at Authors but the tips will be helpful to you as well. Do you have a question about some tech topic? This is the place to ask it. Recent Tech Tips: 5 Tips for Getting The Most Out of Twitter What is a Podcast? How to Get Twitter on Your Phone The Best Way to Track Site Statistics How...

Easy Guide to Blogs (New Media Monday)

Today is the first in a series I am calling New Media Mondays. For the next several Monday’s I am going to explain a new form of media, how it works, and how you can use it to change the world. Today we are talking about blogs. What are they? What are they good for? And how to have a great blog. Filter friendly video link . What are blogs? Blog are platforms for you to have your own publication....

Podcasts (New Media Mondays)

In this issue of New Media Monday you will learn: What are Podcasts? What are they good for? How to find and listen to a podcast. How to start your own podcast. A list of my favorite podcasts What are Podcasts? A podcast is an online radio show that delivers new episodes to people’s computers and iPods automatically. You don’t need an iPod to listen to a Podcast. Podcasts In Plain English (video) Watch...

How to Use & Edit Wikipedia (New Media Monday)

So what is wikipedia? Why is it so important? How can you use a wiki and even wikipedia? These questions and more will be answered in today’s New Media Monday. Wikis in Plain English Wiki Tutorial Video 3m Filter Friendly Video Link What is Wikipedia? Wikipedia is the source of truth for many people. When they look for the facts they ask google and google sends them to Wikipedia. Anyone can...

Anouncing: New Media Mondays

One difference between Martin Luther and the reformers who came before him is that Luther used a new technology to spread his message. He also broke from the tradition of writing only in Latin and talked straight to the people. Technology helped Luther change the world. As Christians it is important for us to do the same. We must embrace new technologies to help spread the Good News. Learning new tech...

How a Podcast Works (Video)

This short 4 minute video explains podcasting better than anything else I have ever seen.

What is a RSS Feed and how do I use it?

We have all seen this orange icon and likely just ignored it. But this little icon can transform your internet experience. Clicking this icon causes good things to happen. To explain those good things I have found a short 2 minute YoouTube video. RSS in Plain English Using Google Reader (Tutorial) I use google reader. For me its the easiest to use since I use gmail. If you are a yahoo person you...