First Google+, now Google Search PLUS Your World

Being a Libra is tough… I see both sides of every conflict, and go through a ‘weighing’ process that helps me to make informed and educated decisions. Having said that, I still don’t know how I feel about the integration of our personal data into our global search results. I’ll be researching this a bit [...]

Is LinkedIn really a “Social Network”?

When I was a bank manager, part of the corporate culture demanded a certain level of business ‘networking’. In my opinion, LinkedIn is the Internet’s answer to that type of traditional Networking. Is LinkedIn right for you?

Why I Launched a Shareletter instead of a Newsletter

This past Tuesday, I launched my new “Shareletter”, Adventure Through the Social Web With Me. Don’t worry, you’re not the first one to think it… “What the hell is a Shareletter?” Well, I tend to do things a little differently, mostly because I quickly grow tired (and sometimes irritated) by seeing the same old hyped [...]

Weekly Roundup – Resources from our forums

I opened a forum for my clients, friends and social networking buddies this past week, and the resources being shared there are just incredible! Everything from WordPress Plugins to Social Networking News and Blogging Tips! I’ve highlighted the best of the shares from this week below, why not take a few seconds to visit the [...]

Do you need a Facebook Page, or Group?

One of the things that confuses people the most when they first start using Facebook to gain exposure for their business is the Profile/Page/Group dilemma. What’s the difference, and which one would serve your needs best? I’m going to do my best to answer this in the most simple terms, in regards to what you expect to gain from your Facebook activities.

Tweets as Blog Posts. Just because you can, doesn’t mean you should.

The functionality of today’s WordPress Plugins is amazing, it really is. Take for example many of the Twitter based plugins. Some make it possible to have each of your posts to Twitter also post to your blog. As a blog post. One Twitter post of up to 140 characters does not make a “content rich, [...]

Overwhelmed by Social Media? Use the right tools for the job!

In today’s “Social Web” environment (formally known as ‘the Internet’), a small business needs more than just a web site to create an awareness of their product or service. Today, you need a ‘presence’ on the Internet that far exceeds the capabilities of a static web site. You’ve heard of Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, but you’re not really sure how any of them can actually help you. You’re not alone.

Why Mondays on the Social Web don’t suck

Few things follow you through childhood, right up through adulthood. One thing that hasn’t changed for me is my love for that sarcastic furry fatty, Garfield. I’ve owned his “Mondays Suck” posters, coffee mugs and t-shirts because I’m a believer… Mondays do suck. Well, they used to. I admit to having a slightly unique perspective, [...]

4 Easy Steps To Create a Facebook Fan Page with Admins (with screen shots)

One of the services I offer my small business clients is creating Social Networking pages that match their sites. Today, I’m going to take you through setting up a Facebook Page for your business, so that I can implement your “brand” (and manage the Page for you if that’s what you contracted me for) through Page Profile image, thumbnail, and search-able text that will help others on Facebook find you.

Customized Backgrounds Need Redesign on the New Twitter

I knew exactly where to go when I needed information on making graphic backgrounds for the new Twitter site design, and I’m sharing those resources with you!

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