First Google+, now Google Search PLUS Your World
January 16, 2012 by Ginger
Filed under Social Media
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 [...]
Tweets as Blog Posts. Just because you can, doesn’t mean you should.
February 23, 2011 by Ginger
Filed under Social Media
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!
February 16, 2011 by Ginger
Filed under Social Media
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
February 14, 2011 by Ginger
Filed under Digital Art, Social Media
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, [...]
Natural Evolution Vs. Stubborn Desires in Business and Web Design
February 7, 2011 by Ginger
Filed under Web Design
As I prepare to participate in a group activity aimed at increasing blog traffic (for my own sites, and those I manage for clients), I find myself taking a lot of “deep cleansing breaths”. As is often the case in any self-improvement activity, we’re required to take an introspective look at ourselves, our goals, and [...]
Customized Backgrounds Need Redesign on the New Twitter
September 29, 2010 by Ginger
Filed under Social Media
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!
Is Social Networking replacing RSS feeds and email subscriptions?
September 27, 2010 by Ginger
Filed under Social Media
If you’re not currently using Twitter or Facebook to promote your web site, this new trend is something you may want to consider. Looking to increase your site’s exposure? Give your visitors more options!
Why AutoFollow on Twitter is a bad idea
November 12, 2009 by Ginger
Filed under Social Media
After recognizing the pattern of complaints by people that have huge numbers of people that they follow, I realized that they must be using one of the Twitter applications set to automatically follow anyone that follows them. At this point in the game, this is just inviting hackers to follow you. Learn how I avoid this.
Ramp Up Your Blog Comments with IntenseDebate
Using IntenseDebate enables me to offer my readers the kind of options I enjoy when commenting on other blogs. Most importantly, it gives them the option to comment under their Twitter, Facebook, OpenID, or InteseDebate member names. It’s all about the options, and IntenseDebate has PLENTY!
Auto insert retweets as WP blog comments
October 9, 2009 by Ginger
Filed under Social Media, WordPress
The Twitoaster WordPress Plugin automatically retrieves Twitter replies to your Blog’s posts. These “Twitter comments” are displayed like comments, on the posts pages they are related to.
