Blogger Name: Kris Cain
Blog Site Name: A Techy Mom’s Nerd Paradise
Blog Site Address: http://littletechgirl.com
Twitter: @littletechgirl
Facebook Like page: http://www.facebook.com/littletechgirlcom
1.Kris how long have you been blogging & what can your readers expect when they visit your blog?
I have been blogging off and on for about 8 years actually. I’ve been doing it steadily for about the past 2 years. When visting my blog, readers can expect plenty of tech talk, reviews, tips and trick on web stuff, and plenty of shiny things (aka new gadgets).
2.You have been extremely effective in the blogosphere as it relates to getting the word out about products. Why do you think its important to offer quality reviews on products?
I think that consumers are more likely to listen to a friend or peer about the opinion on a product than a store rep. The store or company reps are out to sale the product. But the consumer is likely to give a true opinion on likes and dislikes.
3.Kris, you recently competed in the Mommy Blogger vs Foodie Blogger competition at The Kenmore Live Studio. How was that experience?
It was GREAT fun, even though I lost. I was really nervous, but after a quick glass of wine (LOL!!) I was able to stand up there without shaking too much. I have stood in front of crowds and spoke before, but something about COOKING (or pretending to cook) in front of them made me nervous.
4. Any conferences coming up that Bloggers should be informed of?
I am all conferenced out for this year. However, I will be speaking at the Child’s Play blogger brunch taking place during the Chicago Toy & Game Fair later this month. I don’t have to travel for that one! As for next year. I have no idea where I will end up yet. However bloggers can expect many conferences to happen again this year such as Blissdom, BlogHer, Type-A Mom, and Blogalicious to name a few. There are SO many conferences now. I cannot keep up with them all.
5.What Social Networks do you use to connect with your readers?
I love Twitter and Facebook. I have my blog setup to automatically tweet new posts. Posts also post to my main Facebook profile and my fan page. Even though there is potential on Twitter to get a lot of eyes on your content, I actually think Facebook has more staying power. Twitter moves FAST so your tweets can fly down the page before many people see it. But on Facebook, the post is a little more static and it is easier for readers to comment.
6.You contribute to a few other blogs/websites. Name those for us?
You know… funny that you ask. I was trying to do a bit of a cleanse and eliminate a couple of sites, but I don’t think that I did. LOL!! I am Family Technology editor on the Type-A Mom site although with all the recent travel and conferences I admit that I have neglected that one. Other sites that I write for or are in talks to write for include:
Technorati.com
BlogHer.com
Chicalogic.com
BitMoms.com
Examiner.com
That is actually not the whole list!! There are still a couple that I am on, but not writing for as often as I should. It is a lot, but I think that it is nice to help others sites get off their feet. It also gets your name out there, and shows people that you can be versatile.
I have a couple of my own sites on tap that I really need to finish that have been floating around in my head for a while. And they are on my business cards, so I guess I should finish them huh? If those take off I may have to reevaluate again and calm some things down.
Kris, to add to the list of your multiple talents, is photographer. You’re also the owner of Cain Creative Photography.
1.Tell us about Cain Creative Photography?
My photography biz still exists, but it’s not as active as it used to be. I do still love photography, but I recently decided to reevaluate my passion for photography and cut out a lot of things.
Website: http://caincreative.biz (Sadly outdated!)
2.Which local areas do you service?
I am all over the Chicago area.
3. What are some of the photos you enjoy capturing?
I really love doing portraits. Taking the time to pose and get some nice natural shots. I love outdoor shots, and candid happy shots.
4. Someone interested in services from Cain Creative Photography. How can they contact you?
The best thing to do is email me at kcain(at)caincreative(dot)biz
5.Lastly, what can we look forward to seeing in the near future from Little Tech Girl & Cain Creative Photography?
As I mentioned above I have a couple of things up my sleeves that will hopefully take shape soon and work out. One thing is that I plan to start doing social media training and services in the Chicago area for small business owners trying to make their way on the web. This includes promoting on Twitter, learning to use Facebook, or just setting up a website. I setup a few sites for people, but sometimes they fall by the wayside because once it’s setup, they don’t know what to do with it. I would like to prevent that from happening in the future. Having a great looking website is key. However, you need to know how to use it! 
I also need to finish up a 2nd website that I should have gotten up right away off the success of Mom’s Nite Out. But better late than never right?
1.Shelly, how long have you been blogging & why did you decide to start a blog? 
