Danielle Richards

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Boston, MA

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Mar 2010

I'm easily amused, laugh at everything, and when I daydream it's usually about cupcakes or social media. I believe that social media is a revolution and whoever isn't ready for it needs to get ready; at this point, its inevitable. If I were to describe myself as any animal it would be a chameleon because I can easily adapt to situations and unfamiliar environments. My weakness is that I care too much. I believe that everything can affect your life, but you have the decision to let it. I love life, and I live mine to the fullest. I cherish my family, friends, and my youth.

What is unique that's not in your bio?

I have an absolute passion to bake cupcakes. When I'm frustrated, I bake. Then I take pictures of the cupcakes. Then I blog. Then I tweet. It's safe to say that cupcakes get me through the day.

What's your favorite accomplishment?

The first time I sold a dozen cupcakes on Valentines Day.

How do you define cool?

There are over 6 billion people in this world. Almost all of the people have a nose, two eyes, two ears, and a mouth, yet we all look different. We all think different, and all of those thoughts contribute to make things innovative, creative, and cool. Every one of those people has their own interpretation of "cool," but in my two eyes, what works for each individual is cool. In life we should be satisfying our likes and our desires, and if we can succeed in doing so, then I believe you just defined cool.

What is your secret to uncovering trends?

You don't find trends, trends find you. I believe in research, but not typical research. You open a webpage or a magazine that you direct yourself to.. then what? Your mind wonders, the click of the mouse wanders and before you know it you have no idea how you found this new innovative trend. Your thought process is stuck, and "WAM!" you see it projected in your future.

What do you enjoy most about Trend Hunter?

It's a compilation of thousands of people's trends. It targets every audience and there is always something on here for everyone.

What is your favorite trend?

I love anything to do with social media, wherever it leads, I follow.

What are your tips for writing a juicy post?

Details and be real. People don't want jargon, they want thoughts and words from the everyday person.

How do you reset to be creative?

I've always been a creative person, but if I'm not in the right mindset, I won't produce my best. I find that if I am stressed and I have something I have to do and I take a break, I can usually go off on creative road trips.

What inspires or excites you?

Again, cupcakes and social media are two of my passions in life. I'm constantly checking out the latest social media trends and when something new comes along, I get an excited feeling in the pit of my stomach that tends to drive me.

Predict something awesome for 2020?

Every company will have an employee that will specialize in social media. Every company will use social media to communicate with their different publics and this revolution will be apparent and a part of every persons life.

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