Recommended Reading; Brand Stand

I just started digging into Craig Bading's book "Brand Stand" and it looks very promising... There is a growing need among consumers for brand authenticity and informative content from which they can make up their own minds. Audiences are asking for and, in some cases, demanding true engagement with their brands. With the expectations and … Continue reading Recommended Reading; Brand Stand

Why most bloggers fail…

...no matter how hard they try... If you visit your favorite blogging tips and marketing tips blog today, you will come across a lot of tips, ranging from tips on writing well to tips on building an audience. The reality is that a lot of new blogs spring up every day, and the majority of … Continue reading Why most bloggers fail…

How To Design Your Blog

One of my new, favorite bloggers Heidi Cohen has these thoughts on blog design for you to ponder… Writers at heart, many bloggers rush through selecting their blog design elements without much thought when they first start. But the reality is that design is core to your blog’s brand and readership. Therefore, out-of-the box blog … Continue reading How To Design Your Blog

The Power of WordPress

WordPress. Where would I be without it? Most likely living a life of quiet obscurity in Algoma, WI. Thanks to WordPress, however, I have a global platform and people can find me in Google. Does it work? You're reading this, aren't you?

#hottoppix for June 25, 2011

Things we've been tracking in the past 24 hours... Can You Fall In Love with This Beautiful Girl? June 25, 2011 Top 5 Google Panda Update SEO Survival Tips - Search Engine Watch June 20, 2011 10 reasons why Google's Android powered smartphones can displace iPhone 5 - International Business Times June 21, 2011 Four … Continue reading #hottoppix for June 25, 2011

Let’s roll, Nilofer!

Nilofer Merchant is a kick-a$$ woman from Silicon Valley about whom I have posted several times before [search box!]. Here she is at TED speaking about innovation... I think you can why I've been blown away by her for years -- she's a deep thinker and engaging communicator, Nilofer totally rocks! Well, today Nilofer just … Continue reading Let’s roll, Nilofer!

#hottoppix for June 3, 2011; bye, bye, Shaq~

All the topics that interest US in the past 24 hours... How Twitter users ask questions in 140 characters [infographic] June 2, 2011   100 tweet punishment for Malaysian activist June 2, 2011   The small business owner's guide to taking a vacation [infographic] June 2, 2011   The. Best. Way. To watch my Enchantment … Continue reading #hottoppix for June 3, 2011; bye, bye, Shaq~