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Why I Love What I Do

Why I Love What I Do

I think most people know that I love what I do. I’m the CEO of a company I started from scratch, in my childhood bedroom of my parents’ house with my 18-year-old cat walking all over my rough-draft logo printouts. Since 2015, I’ve been unveiling the hearts of clients’ stories in a variety of strategies and tactics. One of my passions is opening the door for others to find their own passions that could lead to better career and personal opportunities. Here are four reasons I love what I do.

Behind the Hourglass, BusinessKaylin R. StatenFebruary 6, 2020Hourglass Mediahourglass omnimedia, hourglass media, behind the hourglass, #behindthehourglass, maison de hourglass, kaylin r adkins, kaylin r staten, kaylin, kaylin r staten apr

Mental Health Moments: How To Be Your Own Valentine

Mental Health Moments: How To Be Your Own Valentine

I’ll be honest. For years, I struggled with loving myself. On bad days, I still struggle with this. On good days, I still struggle with this. My stubborn inability to love myself caused so much internal heartache and bad decision-making on several fronts. I didn’t realize until my late 20s how vital it is to actually like yourself, much less love yourself. I couldn’t grasp this concept as an overachieving, self-deprecating perfectionist. It’s the season of love, so it’s the perfect time to learn to love yourself more.

Health and WellnessKaylin R. StatenFebruary 4, 2020Hourglass Mediamental health, anxiety, depression, kaylin r staten, kaylin, kaylin r staten apr, kaylin r adkins, hourglass media, hourglass omnimedia, behind the hourglass, #behindthehourglass, maison de hourglass, valentine's day, love yourself

Let's Get To Know Abbey!

Let's Get To Know Abbey!

On January 13, our team gained a new member! We are excited to welcome Abbey Vidrine, Marshall University senior public relations student to Hourglass Media! This week, we’re getting to know the newest face #behindthehourglass! Stay tuned — because Abbey will be at the helm of MANY blog posts during this Spring 2020 semester!

Behind the Hourglass, Introverted Media Darling, Public RelationsKaylin R. StatenJanuary 30, 2020Hourglass Mediaintern, abbey vidrine, hourglass omnimedia, hourglass media, behind the hourglass, #behindthehourglass, maison de hourglass, public relations, marshall university

Goal Setting for a New Decade

Goal Setting for a New Decade

I know you haven’t missed this semi-breaking news: It’s the beginning of a new decade. Do you have a full-fledged plan or are you trying to figure out what you want out of this next 10 years? If you’re anything like me, you’re probably a mix between the two. There are several things I am clear about, such as where I was Hourglass Media to go within this span of time. On some personal aspects, however, I am not so clear. (Planning everything in great detail would be boring, would it not, my fellow perfectionists?) Here are some ways you can start setting goals for this new decade.

Business, Behind the HourglassKaylin R. StatenJanuary 23, 2020Hourglass Mediagoal setting, goals, hourglass omnimedia, hourglass media, hourglass principles, behind the hourglass, #behindthehourglass, maison de hourglass, kaylin r adkins, kaylin r staten, kaylin, kaylin r staten apr, 2020

Mental Health Moments: How To Not Let Anxiety Get The Best Of You

Mental Health Moments: How To Not Let Anxiety Get The Best Of You

I thought it was normal to just be anxious. After all, this is who I have been my entire life. ...Until I found out that anxiety isn’t the be-all end-all solution to living a happy and fulfilled life. Now, I’m becoming better at allowing anxiety to be what it is: a temporary nebula in an otherwise clear and spacious path. Here are three ways I don’t let anxiety get the best of me, even in its darkest moments.

Health and WellnessKaylin R. StatenJanuary 21, 2020Hourglass Mediamental health moments, mental health, hourglass media, hourglass omnimedia, behind the hourglass, #behindthehourglass, maison de hourglass, kaylin r adkins, kaylin r staten, kaylin r staten apr, kaylin, anxiety, stress, panic attacks, anxiety attacks

Four Ways to Organize Your Goals

Four Ways to Organize Your Goals

I’ve found that streamlining my goals based on my life mission of living what I love despite anxiety and fear is what really helps me. If I am focused on achieving goals and objectives centered on what is in my purpose-driven heart and mind, then I can be a better version of myself in 2020 and beyond. Here are four ways that you can organize your goals lists while you’re still in the New Year’s Resolutions mindset.

Behind the HourglassKaylin R. StatenJanuary 16, 2020Hourglass Mediagoal setting, new year, goals, smart objectives, hourglass media, hourglass omnimedia, behind the hourglass, hourglass principles, #behindthehourglass, maison de hourglass, kaylin, kaylin r staten, kaylin r staten apr, kaylin r adkins, small business

Seven Signs That You're An Introvert

Seven Signs That You're An Introvert

Introverts sometimes get typecast into their own little bubbles. We listen to constant feedback loops that tell us to be different than how we actually are. You have to speak your mind constantly in order to be noticed. If you’re not an extrovert, you will not make it in business -- or the world in general. Fortune favors the bold and extroverted.

I’m here to tell you that you can be successful as an extrovert, introvert, or a mix of both as an ambivert. My free guidebook, 10 Ways To Launch Yourself Past Your Comfort Zones As A Communications Pro, will show you how to accept yourself for who you are and use your personality and skill sets to aid you in your personal and professional journey.

Introverted Media DarlingKaylin R. StatenJanuary 9, 2020Hourglass Mediaintrovert, introverted media darling, kaylin r adkins, kaylin r staten, kaylin r staten apr, kaylin, hourglass omnimedia, hourglass media, behind the hourglass, #behindthehourglass, maison de hourglass, infj

Mental Health Moments: How to Find Your Own Version of A Renaissance

Mental Health Moments: How to Find Your Own Version of A Renaissance

Words have always had power for me. They set the stage for my positive mental health goals, and as a writer, I use them to tell countless stories #behindthehourglass. This year, I am focused on the words, “renaissance” and “regal.”

Mental Health MomentsKaylin R. StatenJanuary 7, 2020Hourglass Mediamental health, mental health moments, renaissance, word of the year, public relations, small business, kaylin, kaylin r staten, kaylin r staten apr, kaylin r adkins, hourglass media, hourglass omnimedia, behind the hourglass, #behindthehourglass, hourglass principles, maison de hourglass

Five Ways To Celebrate Your Introverted Self

Five Ways To Celebrate Your Introverted Self

Happy National Introvert Day to all of the fellow introverted and ambiverted folks out there! My free guidebook, 10 Ways To Launch Yourself Past Your Comfort Zones As A Communications Pro, will give you tangible ways to embrace your inner and outer introvert. I use this tips every single day of my life. I use them when I feel on top of my game, and I use them when I look up from rock bottom. Regardless, my methods stay the same. So, how can you celebrate the introvert inside you? Here are five ways you can use introversion to your advantage.

Introverted Media DarlingKaylin R. StatenJanuary 2, 2020Hourglass Mediaintrovert, introverted media darling, mental health, mental health moments, hourglass media, hourglass omnimedia, behind the hourglass, #behindthehourglass, maison de hourglass, kaylin r adkins, kaylin r staten, kaylin, kaylin r staten apr, introvert day

Five Lessons I Learned in 2019

Five Lessons I Learned in 2019

2019 was an up-and-down rollercoaster ride. With each success, a failure appeared to meet its match. Overall, throughout layers of silver linings, I see 2019 for what it is: a season of recalibration and resilience. I’ve released deeply personal writings that have revealed next-level heartbreaks. I’ve worked with amazing clients and partners. I’ve been desk dwelling too much and not exercising enough. I’ve created some business items that I am immensely proud of, and there’s more where that came from.

Mental Health Moments: Three Ways To Manage Holiday Stress and Depression

Mental Health Moments: Three Ways To Manage Holiday Stress and Depression

I’m going to be fully transparent here. I feel all of you introverted communicators, mental health warriors, and general Christmas lovers need to know that even the most Christmasy of Christmas lovers sometimes fights depression during this time of year.

Mental Health MomentsKaylin R. StatenDecember 17, 2019Hourglass Mediamental health, mental health moments, holiday, holiday depression, holiday stress, hourglass media, hourglass omnimedia, behind the hourglass, #behindthehourglass, maison de hourglass, kaylin r adkins, kaylin r staten, kaylin, kaylin r staten apr, anxiety

Our Gift Guide for PR Pros

Our Gift Guide for PR Pros

‘Tis the season for wishlists galore and trying to finish high-priority work before the end of the year. Eliminate the extra stress by combing through this gift guide for communicators. From lipstick to expanding your skill sets, we have you covered!

Here are some gift ideas for the PR pro in your life -- or for yourself!

These Are A Few Of My Favorite Things: 2019 Edition

These Are A Few Of My Favorite Things: 2019 Edition

December is a natural time to reflect on the entire year and what worked and what didn’t really benefit us. Our favorite items have been there throughout all of the noise of the collections of our successes and missteps, our should-have-beens and golden-star moments. I wanted to share some life hacks, favorites, and all sorts of fun thoughts swimming around in my head along with that Christmas clutter.

Behind the HourglassKaylin R. StatenDecember 5, 2019Hourglass Mediafavorites, 2019, 2020, behind the hourglass, hourglass omnimedia, hourglass media, #behindthehourglass, maison de hourglass, kaylin r adkins, kaylin r staten, kaylin, kaylin r staten apr, love

My Five Must-Have Items In My #DFSPowerPiece Collection

My Five Must-Have Items In My #DFSPowerPiece Collection

What makes you feel the most confident in your skin? Which item makes a statement and is undoubtedly you? What is one thing you cannot live without? It could be a favorite piece of jewelry, blouse, color or whatever floats your boat. When you put on this item, your mood could shift for the better. You could feel more confident and ready to tackle any challenge the day throws your way.

Using the 8 Elements of a Story in Your Narratives

Using the 8 Elements of a Story in Your Narratives

As November comes to a close, I’m sure you’re revisiting your projects’ word counts and diligently trying to reach all of your writing goals and objectives. If you’re like me, then that means that you didn’t meet your goal (*gasp*), and you’re faced with establishing a newer, stricter goal measurements in December and beyond. These eight elements will strengthen your story and cause you to geek out just like me when you lose yourself amongst books.

WritingKaylin R. StatenNovember 28, 2019Hourglass Mediananowrimo, storytelling, story, hourglass media, hourglass omnimedia, hourglass principles, behind the hourglass, #behindthehourglass, maison de hourglass, kaylin, kaylin r staten, kaylin r staten apr, kaylin r adkins, writing, writing tips, novel writing

Five Things Writers Need to STOP Doing

Five Things Writers Need to STOP Doing

I curate and cultivate a living by telling stories. There are so many stories we hold back out of fear or another constraint. We don’t want to hurt those close to us, reopen old wounds, be seen as less than who we are… the list can go on and on if we let it. My hope is that these following tips will help you as you navigate #NaNoWriMo and other writing projects. Let’s make an effort to STOP these five things!

WritingKaylin R. StatenNovember 14, 2019Hourglass Mediananowrimo, writing, writing tips, kaylin r adkins, kaylin r staten, kaylin, kaylin r staten apr, hourglass media, hourglass omnimedia, hourglass principles, behind the hourglass, maison de hourglass, #behindthehourglass, novel, novel writing

Mental Health Moments: Break Out Of Your Comfort Zone To Tell Your Story

Mental Health Moments: Break Out Of Your Comfort Zone To Tell Your Story

What is one story you want to tell if fear wasn’t in your way? Oh, my friend. Do you have all afternoon? I have quite the mental list. I’ve been keeping it for years! Own your process and your story. Choose parts of it to tell, if you’re like me and don’t want to tell everything all at once. There is someone somewhere who needs it. Even if just one person relates to me, I will feel 1,000 percent honored.

Three #NaNoWriMo Tips To Help You With Major Writing Projects

Three #NaNoWriMo Tips To Help You With Major Writing Projects

Whether you are tackling your word count on a daily basis, or you aren’t sure where to start, I want to give you some practical tips to reach that coveted 50,000 word count during #NaNoWriMo. Even if you aren’t writing a novel this month, you can still use these tips when you have a large writing project. Most of us will have those in our communications fields, from annual report content and a string of blog posts to case study recaps and tailored sponsorship letters.

WritingKaylin R. StatenNovember 7, 2019Hourglass Mediananowrimo, kaylin r adkins, kaylin r staten, kaylin, kaylin r staten apr, hourglass media, hourglass omnimedia, hourglass principles, behind the hourglass, #behindthehourglass, maison de hourglass, writing, writing tips, novel, novel writing, productivity

Five ways to lean into your introverted personality as a PR Pro

Five ways to lean into your introverted personality as a PR Pro

I wear my heart on my sleeve. As an introverted public relations practitioner, writer, and business owner, I use that to my advantage. In the coming months, content will continue to change and center on one of my favorite topics: introversion in your chosen career path. Here are five ways I use introversion to my advantage as the owner of Hourglass Media.

Mental Health Moments: Three Ways to Own Your Story

Mental Health Moments: Three Ways to Own Your Story

I have a confession to make: I haven’t always lived my most authentic life. My anxious-and-depressive wheel constantly spins behind my PR face. I am in a very public profession (I mean, public is in the name, after all), so I always wanted to put that fact first. The truth is, when you don’t show your actual personality, your efforts won’t resonate with your audience. Here are three ways you can own your story and begin to live the life that falls in line with who you truly are.