February 8th, 2010 — Marketing Monday
So, I have this great post planned about how cool and amazing Squidoo is and how bloggers can use it to set up an informational hub about their niche topics. BUT . . . (you knew there was a “but” coming in all this, right?) I lost my notes. I spent two hours researching Squidoo and checking out some of the more popular lenses on the site and took lots of notes. But they’re gone. Vanished.
I don’t have time this morning to re-do the research, so I guess today’s blog will take a Snow Day. (We got about 3-4 inches of fresh snow last night, so that’s a reasonable excuse, I suppose.) I apologize to everyone. If I don’t find my notes, I’ll re-do the research because Squidoo is pretty cool.
So, tomorrow’s Techie Tip post will include a tutorial about how to set up a Squidoo lens and then on Wednesday is Friends Day, I’ll share some ways we can get involved in the Squidoo community.
Until then,
Happy Blogging!
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February 7th, 2010 — Potluck Sunday
February 6th, 2010 — SEO Saturday
Google “link building” and you’ll get a list of typical suggested tactics, are the usual suspects the best methods to employ? We all know we’re supposed to build links, and today’s post will touch on why, what to do, what not to do, and introduce you to a few not-so-typical link-building tactics that we’ll be discussing further over the next few SEO Saturdays.
Benefits of link building Continue reading →
February 5th, 2010 — Freebie Friday
Today’s Friday Freebie is a free report edited by Bob Serling of Power8 Marketing. This report, which does require you to opt-in to Bob’s email newsletter list (you can always cancel if you don’t like his information), is a compilation of interviews from 21 leading experts who reveal their best “fast action” secrets for maximizing profits. The list of experts includes motivational speaker Brian Tracy as well as others who are well-known in their fields.
You’ll learn three easy steps for generating free publicity from Cameron Herold, founder of BackPocket, and the “inner game” of building a billion dollar brand from Tony Hsieh, CEO of Zappos. The interviews also include information about leveraging content, building relationships, viral blogging, and how implementing multi-media promotion tactics, such as video and teleseminars can spread your message and information about your products and/or services.
This link will take you to the registration page, which also provides an option to purchase a print format of the book. The instant download in .pdf is free. You’ll be asked to enter a 4-digit passcode. Because I’m not an affiliate for this company, I don’t have a passcode to give you, but you can click on the link beneath the passcode field to receive a generic passcode and receive your free instant download copy of 10-Minute Business Secrets.
Happy Blogging!
Linda
February 4th, 2010 — Thursday is Words Day
We’re going to discuss “Breaking Bad Habits” in our writing during the next few Thursdays, beginning today with “Avoid Backing In.”
I gave my daughter’s friend a ride home once. We drove for several miles along a road that could almost be described as a pig trail. One narrow lane, deep ditches on either side, more dirt than gravel. Her home was perched on top of a low ridge. As we neared her driveway, she said, “How good are you at backing?” Continue reading →
