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so rude ofme--HELLO EVERYONE! *waving crazily*
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Q1 How does blogging enhance your life? Other effects?
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i'm not familiar with socialwebcafe; what is it?
Hi! Did you get that Starbucks yet? :)
A1: the number of new friends I have made is astounding. I also am more aware of news, current events, etc.
Welcome, Janet! Glad you joined us ;)
RT : RT : During our 3p EDT Chat hour we chat again with discussing
RT : Q1 How does blogging enhance your life? Other effects?
not rude at all. Thanks for waving ;) RT : so rude ofme--HELLO EVERYONE! *waving crazily*
Q1 How does blogging enhance your life? Other effects?
hi! it's janel and thanks!
Hey Scherrie! How are you?
RT : Q1 How does blogging enhance your life? Other effects?
A1: Blogging is a creative outlet - with benefits
RT : A1: Blogging is a creative outlet - with benefits
a1: some enhancements: i get to constantly find/sample new makeup, learn new techniques and abt new products.
A1 Blogging has allowed for me to connect with people in a whole new way, share life experiences, common interests and more.
a1: blogging helps me to keep my writing skills intact and has helped to develop my photographic skills (still not great i'm afraid!)
Hi Donna! I can't beat that. "creative outlet" so true! RT : A1: Blogging is a creative outlet - with benefits
RT : A1: Blogging is a creative outlet - with benefits
you're welcome. Good day here, plenty busy! :)
A1. It's also pretty cool to work with AWESOME sponsors and companies, trying new things, products, and more
A1: Blogging allows me to connect with others and get my philosophy out there (for potential clients, etc.)
a1: have met, either virtually or in person, some amazing people
i've also branched out and created my first Vlog entry. It goes live tomorrow.
RT : a1: have met, either virtually or in person, some amazing people
A1 Blogging has allowed for me us to help many people whether it's through education or in with charitable efforts.
So true! You are pretty awesome, yourself, Da Vinci :)
RT : A1: Blogging allows me to connect with others and get my philosophy out there (for potential clients, etc.)
Just followed you so I can see that Vlog. You better Tweet the link :)
Good one, Tom, on getting your philosophy out there. I like that.
RT : Q1 How does blogging enhance your life? Other effects?
a1: blogging has also, believe it or not, helped me to redefine what i want to do in life!
Very cool Please do send a link, k? Looking forward to it.
Oh man. Ok. Yes, I will be. :) Thanks! I have a few more planned.
Thanks! RT : Good one, Tom, on getting your philosophy out there. I like that.
So what are we talking about here today?
Blogging has allowed me to meet so many interesting people in a variety of industries. It actually enhances my day job as an attorney.
you've got it. :) thanks!
RT : RT : Q1 How does blogging enhance your life? Other effects?
I believe it. Same here. MT : a1: blogging has also helped me to redefine what i want to do in life!
Awesome! Don't be nervous, you'll do great. Please share the link :)
A1: I've made some tremendous business contacts because of blogging. I even interviewed someone with the Ministry of Defence in UK.
. thanks! Making videos isn't so bad - it's the "putting myself on camera" that is the nerve-wracking part! :)
Blogging is an incredible way for companies to communicate. I know that sounds lame, but that's how it is.
Hi there! Q1 How does blogging enhance your life? Other effects?
RT : Blogging has allowed me to meet so many interesting people in a variety of industries. It actually enhances my day job as an attorney.
MT : Blogging has allowed me to meet so many interesting people in a variety of industries. It actually enhances my day job..
RT : Blogging is an incredible way for companies to communicate. I know that sounds lame, but that's how it is.
Hi! I received the code for the conference registration...no Starbucks yet
I think it's great to recognize how blogging can help and enhance your current jobs, career path, etc
A1. Blogging enhances my life because I get to hsare me experiences with others across long distances
RT : Q1 How does blogging enhance your life? Other effects?
I would agree with you, I think blogging has opened conversation between companies and their consumers/audience
It was sent as an e-gift :) check your email
Oh...I did receive it, it went to spam, Thanks!
That IS cool Donna. re: meeting Ministry of Defense, UK and meeting awesome people like those here on
that's what I'm hoping! :)
a1: i (hopefully) am able to impart some significant information via blogging also--i'm a teacher at heart!
Blogging has also changed a lot in entertainment...Twitter/personal blogs have allowed entertainers to connect with fans/control press
i haven't done a YT video in a while; must get back into that...
A1 makes me look at every thing with a different set of eyes and find inspiration in unconventional places
Q2 What are some of your biggest blogging challenges?
RT : RT : Q1 How does blogging enhance your life? Other effects?
How do you overcome your frustration with formatting and layout?
RT : RT : Q1 How does blogging enhance your life? Other effects?
RT : Blogging is an incredible way for companies to communicate. I know that sounds lame, but that's how it is.
Gives the entertainers the connection while still creating a buffer because of the nature of internet. win-win
A2: Sometimes, it's finding time to write. Other times, it's finding a topic. Right now, I'm searching for my purpose.
Excellent! Glad I asked :)
I think builds customer relations in a way typical ad campaigns cannot. It creats RELATIONSHIPS.
a2: biggest challenges: fitting in everything every day! work, family, blogging, leisure time, etc!
A2: The time for writing on my blog, guest posts (and work)
followed you so i can see the next one!
Q2 What are some of your biggest blogging challenges?
Hi I like how you mentioned "inspiration in unconventional places"
Q2 What are some of your biggest blogging challenges?
I am ecstatic you asked...I think I'll enjoy a pumpkin latte really soon!
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RT : I think it's great to recognize how blogging can help and enhance your current jobs, career path, etc
getting more interactive feedback has been my biggest challenge.Don't think I've done enough to promote the blog either.
RT : Q2 What are some of your biggest blogging challenges?
A2: Time! Someone needs to find a way to add at least 4 hours to a day! It's to one "blogging tool" I'd be willing to pay for!
RT : I think builds customer relations in a way typical ad campaigns cannot. It creats RELATIONSHIPS.
a2: biggest challenges? finding a new slant on a topic that 100 others are writing about
Personally? Find something that works and repeat it. Learn - Improve - Repeat
RT : Q2 What are some of your biggest blogging challenges?
: A2 TIME! is the biggest and challenge for me.
Ditto! MT A2: Time! Someone needs to find a way to add at least 4 hours to a day! I'd be willing to pay for!
: A2 TIME! is the biggest and challenge for me.
Nice one : a2: biggest challenges? finding a new slant on a topic that 100 others are writing about
Just ask "How does this affect ME?" There's your slant
A2. I would say with everything we're involved in, sometimes it's TIME management, lol... but scheduling, staying organized, etc help
i agree--time management is a biggie!
RT : I think builds customer relations in a way typical ad campaigns cannot. It creats RELATIONSHIPS.
RT : : A2 TIME! is the biggest and challenge for me.
Have you ever found that slant and realized someone published the same slant even moments before?
RT : : A2 TIME! is the biggest and challenge for me.
RT : RT : Q2 What are some of your biggest blogging challenges?
Who likes infographics for their blogs?
It's looking like TIME is the biggest challenge for a lot of you bloggers. What are some of you using to help with this?
A2 I agree on the time... Every time I become more efficient and free up time, I fill it and need more. Is that a blogger thing?
yep, that can be my slant, but sometimes someone else has already taken the same slant! LOL
RT : a2: biggest challenges? finding a new slant on a topic that 100 others are writing about
I do, but could do to do more.
YES! that is so nerve-wracking when that happens!
LOL we could use 40 hour days, ;)
RT : It looks like TIME is the biggest challenge for a lot of you. What are some of you using to help with this?
Infographics are a fast way to put quality content on your blog.
http:// NowSourcing.com om has lots of thengBW
My basic calendar is my biggest helper.
We use them in conjunction to content :)
know what else is nerve wracking? When the slant is 10% of the content and goes viral, when yours is meatier..
RT : My basic calendar is my biggest helper.
": a2: biggest challenges? finding a new slant on a topic that 100 others are writing about " That, too!
Processes Eventually you find ways to organize what you're doing that include hotlinks for faster access.
RT : My basic calendar is my biggest helper.
a2: still working on the editorial calendar thing for organization, but i'm coming along!
RT : My basic calendar is my biggest helper.
So, I imagine that is one thing that the workshop will help with, managing time, eh?
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haha! you are SOOO on point w/this!
RT : " Editorial calendars and personal (family/friend) calendars...and coffee. Lol"
To find my purpose? IDK. I'm just writing, and we'll see what happens. I know I have something significant to offer.
no problem... always following like-minded people!
:) RT : haha! you are SOOO on point w/this!
Asking for help. Grab a guest blogger on certain topic to give you that one free day!
cool, checking out the site
I have started collaborating with other bloggers and writers to keep my website up to date
You've probably seen infographics. Long images with info and stats on them. I'll share examples.
The Blog Workshop ONLINE conference will definitely be covering blog design, tools for blogging, time management, and MORE!
I also accidentally got into reviews/giveaways. Those are fun, but that was unintentional.
Q3 What is something that you would share with a new blogger?
To keep the content going, I use a variety of posts (some long, some short)
A3: My fav piece of advice was to write for ME instead of the audience. If you write it, they will come.
there are many on and you can even make your own :)
got in pulled up in another window; with check it in detail after chat. thanks!
A3: With blogging, you don't need to stick with one type of post. Be creative with the content (helps you and the audience)
accidentally? Ok, I'm curious... do tell
Most blogs eventually publish guest posts. I invite specific experts to write what I want to know.
RT : A3: you dont need to stick with one type of post. Be creative with the content (helps you and the audience)
MT ONLINE conference will definitely be covering blog design, tools for blogging, time management, and MORE!
lol. i joined some blogger networks; thought it wld grow my readership. now having to choose those that apply best.
Q3 What is something that you would share with a new blogger?
I see you're in KY as well, cool stuff
Q3 What is something that you would share with a new blogger?
i walk a fine line between feeling purposeful and feeling like a sell-out. that's why i'm starting to be super picky
A3 - prepare to work your butt off!
A3: Don't give up. Don't get sucked into the numbers game. As said, just write.
a3: what would i share with a new blogger? write about something that you are passionate about. your excitement will show through!
A3 Find a mentor and decide where to focus your time. You can NOT be everywhere.
RT : A3: Don't give up. Don't get sucked into the numbers game. As said, just write.
A3: Step away from your blog and publish in as many different outlets as you can
RT : A3 Find a mentor and decide where to focus your time. You can NOT be everywhere.
yes, i am in louisville. are you in KY also?
A3 Go to to learn what mistakes NOT to make and learn tips and tricks from the experts
Hey! I'm in Kentucky, too. Just south of Lexington in Berea
A3. Don't be afraid to tap into your community of fellow bloggers.
louisville here as well! Should meet up!
A3. Blogging requires constant research to stay ahead and with the curve
I'm in Kentucky, too. Berea, south of Lex
this is great! i've been looking for other KY bloggers for a while! i was feeling like i was the only one LOL!
Since many of us started out blogging by accident. I would advise newbie bloggers to organize themselves and know their purpose
IMHO we should never sell out. We need to be leaders and role models - not another shill for evil.
a meet up would be great! are there any other KY bloggers in the house today?!
Yes! How do you find the right balance?
LOTS of bloggers in Kentucky!
: A3 New should get a mentor, ask Qs and be okay with not knowing everything day 1. "
RT : Q3 What is something that you would share with a new blogger?
RT : Q3 What is something that you would share with a new blogger?
I wonder how many, when starting out, know their purpose. It seems, initially, to express 1self.
One piece of advice I read was to scour magazines for topic ideas and write from your own POV on same topic.
: just followed on twitter!
a3: DON'T EXPECT to get the huge numbers all at once! looking for the big numbers out of the gate can set u up for discouragement
I encourage newbie bloggers to think about WHO they would like to reach when they're thinking about their purpose as a blogger
RT : I wonder how many, when starting out, know their purpose. It seems, initially, to express 1self.
RT : Q3 What is something that you would share with a new blogger?
: A3 Next week makes 5 months for me and i'm comfortable not knowing everything but wanting to learn.
I'm going to go find some leaders to create a better world because I realize most bloggers I know already aren't interested
A3: Build a base. Don't just blog thinking there is a pot of gold at the end of a post. Be an original, not a copy. Proofread
a3: if you want to blog, jump in and blog! don't wait until you know the "perfect way". just do it--to coin a phrase!
You have that excellent article on collaborating with other bloggers in your niche for weekly posts.. link?
we'd be happy to host a meetup, would be fun
A3: Know your topic so your readers learn something from you. Understand the needs of your readers.
that's cool. What is it about KY do you think?
Q4 What is something about blogging you wish you had known from the beginning?
Yes, having blogger friends means success!
RT : Q3 What is something that you would share with a new blogger?
also, good grammar and proper spelling and punctuation, for me, is a must
I'm going to take your advice on podcasting, too. :) (I am such a perfectionist!) Awesome advice to new bloggers!
A3: Be mindful of content triggers. Bathing, shopping, cooking, etc. - life is full of ideas. They go as fast as they come. Be ready!
That's definitely a plus! Keep up the good work :)
A4: That I wasn't going to have a billion readers overnight! I think my work is intriguing; it takes time to convince others
RT : Q4 What is something about blogging you wish you had known from the beginning?
KY has lots of creative spirits, more than most people imagine. and blogging is a good outlet and promo tool
a meetup would be wonderful--i could use the support!
a#. pace yourself...don't take on too much!
RT : A1: Blogging is a creative outlet - with benefits
RT : A3: Know your topic so your readers learn something from you. Understand the needs of your readers.
A4 There is so much to know if you're serious about blogging you REALLY need mentors to speed it up
A4: That I'm not just writing for myself. People read posts that may take on a life of their own.
dm me and we'll set something up
A3. BLOG with Passion!!! it seems simple but you should write what you know and choose a niche you can blog on long term
" That's definitely a plus! Keep up the good work :) " Thank you!
A4 the hardest part for me was understanding keywords and targeting an audience. It really is Quality over Quantity
Yes. RT : A4: That Im not just writing for myself. People read posts that may take on a life of their own.
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Thnx for the RT, Vickens :)
RT : A4 the hardest part for me was understanding keywords and targeting an audience. It really is Quality over Quantity
Q4 What is something about blogging you wish you had known from the beginning?
Q4 What is something about blogging you wish you had known from the beginning?
Me, too. I'd write what I wanted to write and sometimes SEO was an afterthought (and those 'related' articles)...
RT : Yes. RT : A4: That Im not just writing for myself. People read posts that may take on a life of their own.
a4: i'm still working on SEO/keywords and targeting. not always as easy as it would sound.
Once you learn to write for the people you want to attract and forget about everybody else, blogging is a piece of cake!
RT : Q4 What is something about blogging you wish you had known from the beginning?
RT : Q4 What is something about blogging you wish you had known from the beginning?
RT : Q4 What is something about blogging you wish you had known from the beginning?
A4 Understanding my purpose in blogging and writing and how it all fits together
A4 I wish I had known to choose a better blog name for branding ability! But I made sure to do it the right way with this blogazine!
A4. How much work goes into it!
What helped me was when recommended the SEOPressor plugin. Helped me 'focus' w/o sacrificing quality
I'm interested to read! RT : Q4 What is something about blogging you wish you had known from the beginning?
A4. I wish I had known it was okay NOT to write it all myself and how to pace mysel more. But experience teaches GREAT lessons
RT : Most blogs eventually publish guest posts. I invite specific experts to write what I want to know.
is this a wordpress plugin? i'm on blogger...
RT : A4. How much work goes into it!
when i started my blog it was strictly personal. now it has evolved and i view it as part of my brand.
: A4 Tech stuff. Plug ins. Headers. Buttons. Coding. SEO.
wish my blog name was the same as my business name: Just Perfect Beauty
Ah, yes, wordpress plugin. Not sure if they have something for blogger. Sticky note to remember keyword might work :)
Me too! It used to be purely personal. Now I struggle with KEEPING it as personal!
Speaking of Was it last week that someone was talking about using them? Amazing what can help us...
You do NOT have to do the tech stuff yourself. If you only need something once have someone else do it.
New domain and a redirect?
one could say that "just perfect beauty" has many "levels of beauty" right?
RT : : A4 Tech stuff. Plug ins. Headers. Buttons. Coding. SEO.
I use sticky notes ALL the time. Got 'em all over my computer. Love that little widget or app or whatever it is :)
This has been a FABULOUS chat all, we'll be announcing the WINNER of our Conference ticket shortly! :)
am actually considering that!
RT : This has been a FABULOUS chat all, we'll be announcing the WINNER of our Conference ticket shortly! :)
are you speaking of the infamous yellow "sticky notes" or something else? i suspect something else...
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Expectations can be too high so you're right. won't be high in the beg. That's ok.
It's a tool on your computer. Under "accessories" I think. Virtual sticky notes. Check it out. I love it!
RT : You do NOT have to do the tech stuff yourself. If you only need something once have someone else do it.
i'll check on this! thanks so much!
You can even use different colors - just like real sticky notes LOLOL
" U do NOT have to do the tech stuff yourself. If you only need something once have someone else do it. " True but I hate asking
LOL! give me the hot pink and purple ones!
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great chat...gotta run! Have a great week everyone!
Thank you for joining us for this week's Twitter Chat.
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We can't do it ALL by ourselves :), but it is good to have an understanding of how things work. You can learn over time
Great chat this week! I needed the human contact :)
: i don't have sticky notes--darn! i really wanted those pink sticky notes!
Lovely to have you! And I'm sure as bloggers we all need that break too :)
I know. Downside of having a slightly Type A personality. Lol.
We all have value we can add. I encourage everyone to learn skills to trade and help others.
thanks so much for the invite to your chat! it was very illuminating. is this a weekly chat?
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One easy skill is to grow a power account on Twitter, Pinterest, Reddit or StumbleUpon so you can benefit others by sharing
Google it. I'm sure there's an app out there you can download.
We'd like to say Congratulations to our WINNER of our Chat !!!!
Woohoo!! RT : We'd like to say Congratulations to our WINNER of our Chat !!!!
Seriously?! I won?! I was just here for the conversation! But that's awesome!
RT : Wed like to say Congratulations to our WINNER of our Chat !!!!
RT : I think it's great to recognize how blogging can help and enhance your current jobs, career path, etc
Congratulations, Donna You deserve it - although I'm not sure if you should be attending or presenting. :-)
RT : Thank you for joining us for this week's Twitter Chat.
RT : Thank you for joining us for this week's Twitter Chat.
RT : Thank you for joining us for this week's Twitter Chat.
The more time you spend on a given site the more influence you get and the more benefit YOU sharing something gives.
": We'd like to say Congratulations to our WINNER of our Chat !!!!" YAY CONGRATS!
TY :) and, congrats! RT : Great chat this week! I needed the human contact :)
Ohhh. I was worried it was something else I had to learn. Lol. I totally agree.
It was such a pleasure, we'll be looking to do more chats in the near future. And let you know our schedule soon
I absolutely LOVE your username! That's so cool!
Did you know that having the right person stumble, pin or submit can make something go viral if you have others help?
And she isn't kidding Donna really DOES write a LOT
Thanks so much! And what a great chat :) I REALLY needed this today :)
Really? how do you find the time?
I write fast :) Seriously - it's all in what you write ABOUT. If you know it or enjoy it you can write all day long :)
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