Taking Social Media Offline: How to (gasp!) TALK to Contacts


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Social media is phenomenal for connecting with prospective opportunities, but at some point you want to do more than Tweet your way into business with someone. Consider having a getting to know you phone conversation with 1-2 of your social media contacts each week. This is a smart social media strategy for several reasons: 1. It stands out: people will remember you for reaching out and taking the time to get to know them. 2. You'll leave … [Read more...]

The Social Media Success “Magic Question”


Wouldn't it be nice if you could wake up everyday and face your social networking with a sense of clarity, integrity, and authenticity? You know what I mean: never feeling like you're shouting to be heard or acting out for attention. It's interesting how regressive some otherwise nice people can get when pushed into the big sea of being visible on Facebook and Twitter. It's like all confidence in the power of their message gets lost as they … [Read more...]

Social Media Telesummit 2009


In just a few weeks, Leesa Barnes will host her second annual Social Media Telesummit. I'm excited to be a presenter on January 27 when I discuss "How to Get Free Publicity and Attract New Clients with the Power of Social Networking". The Social Media Telesummit is a One-Stop Shop for small business online marketing.Whether you're a newbie or have been dabbling in social media for a while, this telesummit is a must. I was just reading … [Read more...]

How to Look Busy with Social Networking Using Google Alerts and TweetLater


If you're wondering how to stay visible on social networking sites without having to set your alarm at all hours to keep up with it.... then try using Google Alerts and Tweet Later for content ideas and evergreen info you can publish at your own pace. Here's the Viva Visibility secret recipe: 1. Set yourself up for  Google Alerts that touch on subject areas you are connected to. Use keywords and keyword phrases to trigger your alerts and … [Read more...]