I was recently asked to write a guest blog about content marketing with an emphasis on making content ‘go viral.’  However, I ended up declining simply because “going viral” isn’t a goal I commonly have, especially for my small business clients. Content that “goes viral” may be good for a quick boost, but this content […]

Pinpointing what to write about on your blog can be a challenge, especially for new bloggers. But there are a few effective “types” of blog posts that can really help you get the wheels turning and produce compelling content. There are certainly more types of blog posts than this list, but here are some of […]

I’m a big believer in strong content – it’s the fundamental piece to making social media work for a business.  In fact, last week Mark Shafer eloquently debunked the 80/20 rule when promoting content (the ‘rule’ states that we should spend 80% of our time promoting content and 20% developing it). He understands that strong […]

I recently received an email from a friend asking for advice about hiring help.  She, too, is a busy social media manager, and as her business grows, she’s finding it harder to deliver exceptional customer service.  She’s concluded that she needs help, but is unsure where to start. Should she hire an independent contractor?  What […]

Clients often ask us if LinkedIn should be used from an individual account or from the company page.  Because sites like Facebook have us thinking that business professionals should interact and connect on a business page, many assume that this formula applies across all social media channels.  When it comes to LinkedIn, a different set […]

This week is National Deaf Awareness Week. Some of you may know that I have a hearing disability, which has affected my life in ways the written word cannot justify. I give credit to those who don’t let their disability prevent them from accomplishing amazing things, including today’s guest blogger, Joyce Edmiston. Joyce is a […]

Now that we've discussed the value of blogging in last week’s post, it’s time to roll up your sleeves and let loose with your all-important first brainstorming session. If you’re starting up a blog, the work you do here will be critical in both developing great ideas that attract an audience and making sure you […]

You may have heard about the tremendous benefits of blogging, but you could be wondering if it’s relevant to your business or if it’s worth the time investment.  I can tell you from personal experience that it has really helped my business. I’ve blogged, at least once a week, for the past few years.  My […]

Small business owners are an interesting breed. And we can often peg one another in an instant!  Here are five signs that you’re one of “them!” You’re working on a holiday weekend. Labor Day? What Labor Day? If you’re reading this, in between getting some work done on a holiday– you’re not alone. I find […]