If you're using social networking to market your online business, then this series is for you! Be sure you understand how to build credibility, because without it, no one will buy from you. In Part 1, I outlined how a great social networking profile is your calling card and friendly handshake all rolled into one. For Part 2, I want to talk about the trail of links you provide people with so they can learn more about you. Credibility Tip … [Read more...]
The Social Networking Credibility Series: Part 1
When you use social networking to build your online business, you can't rely only on the number of followers you have on Twitter to provide credibility. If a follower is truly interested in doing business with you, that person will take the effort to check you out to make sure you're all you say you are. In this series of blog posts, I'm going to introduce some ways to build your credibility. Credibility sells, especially in this economic … [Read more...]
Social Networking Tip: Use Questions to Spark Dialog
So many people ask me how to start connecting with people on social networking sites like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc. Here's a quick video that showcases one of my favorite social networking tips, which is simple and easy to do. Post a question. That's all, just post a question. It can be a question about anything- kids, marriage, social networking, business, books, movies, clothes, trends, music, - and then let your contacts respond. … [Read more...]
Social Networking Mindset Tip #4: You Can Only Outsource So Much
Click HERE to Listen to the Podcast version of this article In his 2005 article, My Outsourced Life, Esquire magazine writer AJ Jacobs describes a week of taking his day to day duties and having someone else do them. (Most administrative tasks were performed by an ultra efficient virtual assistant in Bangalore named Honey. In my next career, I want to be the person who gives “American” sounding names to overseas personnel.) Because of … [Read more...]
Social Networking Mindset Tip#2: Be Approachable!
Listen to the director's cut podcast version of this article When you use social networking to market your business, you'll increase your love for the medium (and profitable results) when you make sure you're coming across as approachable. Whether you're outgoing or shy, your approachability quotient will make the difference in your successful connections on sites like Facebook, Twitter, Linked In, and more. (Aside: people who hire me … [Read more...]
