YouTube as a Marketing Tool
December 11, 2008
YouTube has only been online for a few short years, but it has quickly become one of the hottest destinations on the Internet. Once a little-used medium due to slow Internet connections, the widespread use of broadband has made online video a popular attraction. YouTube is one of the first sites to have been built around online video, and its ease of use and variety of videos has made it extremely popular.
Marketers were quick to catch on to the possibilities presented by YouTube. They began to create “viral videos”, clips that were intended to draw interest and spark widespread distribution. YouTube’s embed feature allows anyone to place videos on his blog or website, so by creating funny or informative videos, marketers could spread their message far and wide.
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How to Install Twitter Bar Quick and Easy!
December 5, 2008
TwitterBar is a Firefox “add on” which makes Tweeting or posting on Twitter a quick and easy process. TwitterBar is a small icon which hangs out in the upper right hand corner of your browser’s address bar – where you type your URL. Hover over the little grey dot and you’ll see how many characters you have left in your post. (Twitter allows 140 characters per post)
To get TwitterBar installed on your browser you will first need to be a Firefox user. Firefox is a free web browser like Internet Explorer by Mozilla. To grab and install TwitterBar visit:
https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/4664
Go ahead and click on the green Add to Firefox button in the middle of the screen. If you do not presently use Firefox then you’ll first want to go to: http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/ and download it for free. Again, simply click on the green button in the middle of the page and follow the installation instructions. Read more
Want Something FUN and POWERFUL? Try Twitterbar!
December 4, 2008
In its relatively short existence, Twitter has become one of the most popular social applications online. Its simple concept of posting short messages and having them displayed to friends has taken the Web by storm. Twitter is a favorite application of bloggers, online marketers, and everyday Web surfers. The application’s popularity has led to a huge number of users, as well as some applications designed to make it even easier to use.
Twitter allows users to post messages via their website or from the user’s cell phone. Demand for an easier way to post online was great and out of that demand, several applications were born. Some were based on desktop applications, while others resided in the browser’s sidebar. And some, like Twitterbar, were altogether different.
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Ready to Try Google Notebook??? Here is How…
December 2, 2008
Heard about Google Notebook? Want to give it a try? Have NO idea what it is, how to use it, or how to get started? Let me help today…
Google Notebook is a tool which makes it easy to clip and organize online information.
When you’re browsing online Google Notebook makes it easy to clip and paste you’re your notebook. You can even categorize them by vacation, business research, pet training, and recipes – whatever you want.
To get started you’ll want to get a Google account if you don’t already have one. To do that simply visit Google and click on “Get Started.” Note that if you already use Gmail, AdSense or AdWords then you already have a Google account. Read more
The Biggest Mistakes Business Owners Make When Using Twitter
October 9, 2008
Most likely the biggest mistake that marketers make when using Twitter for their business is not grasping how it is supposed to be used for that purpose. That misunderstanding leads to a few problems that don’t get them bottom line results like they were hoping for. Don’t be fooled either, just because this article is about a specific social networking tool, doesn’t mean that it only applies to Twitter. In fact it can be applied to many forms of social networking sites.
Here are just a few no-no’s that business owners all too commonly make when using Twitter. Are you committing any of them? Take the time to make sure by reading on.
One big mistake that people make when using Twitter for business reasons (or who think they are using it for business purposes) is getting caught up in the “commotion” there. Read more
Setting Up a Twitter Feed on Your Blog
October 4, 2008
Twitter seems to be a major buzz word and you know what? It should be because it is a good way to reach your audience and gain a whole new audience. You can use your blog to garner the power of Twitter for more traffic, sales, and valued relationships.
We already know when blogs are optimized correctly they are great for bringing in traffic and generating sales. That is why you need to hook up with Twitter. While Twitter is not a full fledge blog, it is a micro-blogging tool that allows you to instantly let people know what it is that you are doing.
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On Review: COMING SOON!
October 2, 2008
On Review…
Oh! You are going to love this section. COMING VERY SOON!
Where Do You Begin with Your Website???
January 18, 2008
Question:
Hi Cindy
You mention that Elisabeth likes web designing. Did she use Steve’s DVD’s to teach her web design? I would like to learn how to make a website, however I have no idea how. I wanted to find out how comprehensive is Steve’s DVD’s - will I know everything I need to know from just using them.
I would so appreciate your advise of this.
Regards
Susan
Cindy’s Answer:
Hi!
Thanks for your email. I am happy to help.
Yes, Elisabeth has used Steve’s DVD Set. She loved learning from it. We actually learned from them together. It was a fun course. Steve did a fabulous job on that course. It includes SO much! I am amazed at all he covered. It was very good for her.
Of course, Elisabeth was already designing sites before that course. She really has a great gifting with them. Most of what we build together uses Wordpress. It is very, very easy. We found a great course that walks you through each step. Many of the ladies in our classes have used it as well, with very little web experience. They have beautiful sites. We found a great program that they have all used. It is by my friend, Lynette Chandler. It is called the Blogging Starter Set, but don’t let the name fool you. You can use Wordpress to build a traditional looking website or a blog. Plus, the programming is so much better for getting your website to the top of search engines. Here is the link so you can check it out:
We recommend that you also look into GOT-Hosting. They have Fantastico installed that helps to make setting up and updating Wordpress much easier. You can use it alongside of Lynette’s set and have your site up over the weekend—probably in one evening.
I hope that this helps you. If not, just ask and we will help more!
Have a super day!
With much love,
Cindy
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December 19, 2007
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So…You Wanta Be A Writer? Get a Website! By Cindy Rushton
March 14, 2007
Want to write? There are a few things that are absolute MUSTS a website is one. Websites today are VERY easy. There are so many options. You have just GOTTA have a website. If you are challenged in the area of computer literacy or even financially, you can still have a website very easily.
Try a Blog!
One option is to begin a blog. A blog is an informal website. You can post articles, tips, journal entries, or anything that you want. I have several reasons that I recommend this to you-
1. You can set it up for quickly and easily.
2. You can post your material yourself without a web designer.
3. You can become more familiar with web design.
4. You have a place to keep your work online!
5. You have a place to send people who are interested in your work.
6. You can write every day or as you can!
7. Oh! You CAN DO IT!
Get Your Own Website!
Another option is to get your own website. I cannot recommend highly enough that you invest in your own website. It is one of the most important things that a writer can do. It is like a home on the web for you! Invest in that cyber-real estate today! Here are some pointers that will make your website all it can be¦
==> Invest today at MINIMUM in your own web address ”buy YOUR NAME. If your own name is available, invest in it today even if you are not building the website immediately. For years, I wrestled with a vision for my website. In that time, I did NOTHING! For real! When I decided that I wanted to move forward, I was blessed with some of the best advice ever from a dear friend. I was advised to set up my website with MY NAME as the web address for real: www.CindyRushton.com. I felt SO awkward in doing so. It just seemed a bit self-promoting exactly! If you are a writer, you MUST promote yourself. You have to get beyond the fears and trepidations. Think for a minute. If you wanted to find me on the web, what would you look for? I have now written almost 80 books, would my website be titled under one of them? I produce 6 ezines? Would my website be best set up under one of those? What about my business name? We have three businesses at this time and we are considering expanding into a couple of others? Which one would you look for? Do you even know their names? Yes, the most reasonable name for all I do is MY OWN NAME http://www.CindyRushton.com. It tells who I am today and tomorrow! And yours will too! Invest in YOUR name as your website!
==> Create a HOME on the Web. Don’t just make it a website with information about products I HATE THOSE! Don’t you? They give NOTHING for the reader to enjoy today or to come back for later. If they do not buy the product at that time, you lose them. Rather, make a website that is a HOME on the web! Make your website a reflection of YOU! Include your articles/poems/tip sheets. Include fresh material through an ezine or a blog. Set up your website with a sampling of who you are and what you love to write on. Then, you will create a successful website that makes your readers want to buy your work as it comes out in print.
==> Set up an Ezine or Blog. Have fresh new material on a regular basis. Reach your readers either through an ezine that is emailed to them each time you send it out, or through a blog that they can visit regularly.
==> Begin to Develop your Mailing List. One last thing! Don’t lose those that come by your website. Be sure to set up a form for capturing their addresses. Make it easy to use. Offer them something for free a subscription to your e-zine a free e-book a free bonus. Just adding a form on your website or blog will capture hundreds of people who are interested in following you through the years. Begin yours TODAY!
A website may seem very intimidating, but you can do it! Find a company with easy templates or find a neat web designer who can help you get started. Set it up to be a reflection of who YOU are. You will find it to be your favorite tool as a writer!
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