@Kathrynclang Oh, that reminds me.. But, considering the next request for a tip is now, I'll add it to the tip. But, you get the credit for reminding me of it, @Kathrynclang ;). #SocialCafe
A4 If you want some help in building Twitter relationships, you can use a tool like @commun_it to help you. Still build quality (versus numbers) like @Kathrynclang and @conpsweeney mentioned, but the tool does help #SocialCafe
@Kathrynclang You know, I wonder what the stats would show for those who do do something (let's say any particular social media platform) because someone told them they needed to do so... #SocialCafe
@socialwebcafe I suspect that there aren't much to the stats because they give up. If you don't have a passion and purpose supporting the action then it's easier to give up #SocialCafe
@Kathrynclang I was just wondering if I started on Twitter because someone said I should :). But, like you said, the passion took over at some point, regardless of why I started. #SocialCafe
@conpsweeney@socialcafechat ALL the platforms change all the time. If you are trying to read the cards then you will never beat the house. Invest in people - they are more powerful than platforms #SocialCafe
@conpsweeney@socialcafechat And, these days, that could be said about most of the social media platforms, eh? Maybe #Facebook has some stability... but changes amidst the others, it seems #SocialCafe
Well, as always, I am reluctant to say goodnight, but I am off to put this in a summary.. such great tweets by @conpsweeney and @Kathrynclang ! Thanks for joining us at #SocialCafe
@socialwebcafe@socialcafechat A1: I've been managing a brand Twitter account for years but because I'm the only one that cares about Twitter (not an exaggeration), we definitely aren't using it to its fullest potential. I'm looking forward to learning and showing what it can do! #SocialCafe
@socialcafechat A3: Read your tweet out loud before you post it--you're more likely to catch any mistakes. For me, typos are the WORST on Twitter (I'll delete a tweet of mine, regardless of the impressions, if I discover it has a typo). Remember, there is no edit button for a tweet. #SocialCafe
Oh, and she isn't going to brag about it, but Deborah (@socialwebcafe) was selected to be considered for submitting music to film productions. #SocialCafe
Ok, now that we are all relaxed (or thinking about getting relaxed) let's find our topic, eh? Tonight is about blogging (specifically blogging organization ... so we have rest!) #SocialCafe
@SteveCassady Thanks, Steve. I'll try to do more chatting and less lurking ;) I often lurk on #LinkedInChat ;) Room for improvement on my part going forward :) #SocialCafe
@socialcafechat A1 I do have a blogging plan. As with all things Deborah-related, it is more complicated than it should be, but it works for my complicated mind. #SocialCafe
A1a I use a separate program, a database application I built through @FileMaker Developer. For others, I might suggest something like a spreadsheet. #SocialCafe
@conpsweeney@socialcafechat You know.. I checked out your blog this evening, Con. I'm impressed. Now, do you have any advice for 32 blogs? I think I've narrowed it down from 50 to 32, but it can be overwhelming #SocialCafe
@socialcafechat I plan a calendar of posts; I have 3 going at once, doing the bulk on the 3rd, the refinement on the 2nd, and then finalize the 1st for publishing. That is 3 versions of ea post. So, with 3 posts in the works, that is 9 revisions x 32 blogs. Oh, dear, I am crazy! #SocialCafe
@conpsweeney@socialcafechat How did you know? Oh, yeah, those mentions of the "up all night" in Skype... yeah, I only sleep about 3 hrs a night.. My brain never turns off completely... lol #SocialCafe
Q3 Where are some areas that you need help in keeping things on track, whether it is blogging or something else (so that you get that rest!) #SocialCafe
@conpsweeney Nope... Though, I did ask @seasiderecords to argue with me while I drove home on the 405 because I would get too sleepy. The arguments kept me alert :) #SocialCafe
@socialwebcafe@conpsweeney Yeah, and when she got home it was like, "Was that a real argument or are we ok?" and i'd give her a hug and we'd live happily ever after that #SocialCafe
A3 I need to realize that some blog posts don't have to be books or magazine articles. They can be commentaries on fascinating YouTube videos, or reviews of products - wise use of time #SocialCafe
@conpsweeney@socialwebcafe Never. Plus, it is difficult when she is in the car and I am at home on the cell... lol >> All hugs when she got home :) #SocialCafe
A4 I have a question... What do we think about 30 min Twitter Chats? Originally it was to incorporate our hangouts... And, there is always the availability of free flow chat... #SocialCafe
@conpsweeney Have a good one and thanks so much for being a part of #SocialCafe tonight even though you need rest from your hectic day. Definitely appreciated, Con!
That wraps up the official part of #SocialCafe We are here for any other random chat, but be sure to join us for the official #SocialCafe Same Time Next Week 6p PT / 9p ET
@akathmadevi Yep - we were the ones who started the combo of Twitter Chats and Hangouts (back before Facebook Live) but we are considering Facebook Live :) We were the pioneers in that arena here at #SocialCafe :)
@socialwebcafe@conpsweeney Well - let's just say that if you are having a "discussion" with a company you might not want to mumble "well THIS will make a good story" :D #SocialCafe
Ok - the plan was to go live with Facebook Live tonight but.. (Yeah, we are going to get tired of Deb's "Yeah, buts...") I still have no voice! I got my once-in-a-decade flu and hoping to get my voice back by next week #SocialCafe
@socialwebcafe@conpsweeney Yes! Although I got so mad one time that the story started with the guy as a body - didn't even get to be a person in the story :D #SocialCafe
Ok - so several weeks ago, I said I'd send out the link for the interview to be featured as a "featured blogger." Well, how about a group interview, instead? That way, it is a win-win ... #SocialCafe
What is the win-win? #SocialCafe We all get a chance to get to know each other better (answering the questions in the chat) AND you get featured (99% chance) :)
@Kathrynclang@conpsweeney That sounds fair! #SocialCafe I wrote something about bad service at a restaurant and something about "I can get my insults for free, thank you..." Can't remember the restaurant, but promoted it so that they got the attention :)
@socialwebcafe Hi Deborah, thank you for asking and remembering mme chat did go well. When is your Facebook live? Hope it is convenient for me. (Time zone difference) #SocialCafe
@socialwebcafe@conpsweeney With the funeral home incident, I later found out that they had some SERIOUS bad press a few months back. No wonder they freaked #SocialCafe
@akathmadevi Sure thing :) Actually, the plan was to have the Facebook Live now, but I don't have any voice... Not that you all couldn't do it w/o me :) #SocialCafe Does this timeframe work for you, @akathmadevi ? #SocialCafe
@conpsweeney@socialcafechat Sure, if you want to be featured :) That reminds me.. If you want to answer but NOT be featured in an article, just let me know in a tweet :) #SocialCafe
@conpsweeney@Kathrynclang I think I had my first wake, for my adopted mother, in December 2014. She wanted it to be a "party" in honor of her passing. So, that is what we did.. not sure if that constitutes a wake or not.. (I have a lot to learn) #SocialCafe
@socialwebcafe This time frame is my morning here and the day starts with my morning chores at home. If it is tweet chat, I could manage in between. Maybe an hour later, I can try. #SocialCafe
@akathmadevi Thinking of doing what we started in 2013 with the twitter chat and then twitter chat and Facebook Live which would put it closer to your timeframe (I think). #SocialCafe
A1: (a)Hopesmith. Dream inspirer. Master of “it’s all about relationships.” Aficionado of inappropriate laughter: I help you find time and focus to give your dreams wings and create world domination. #SocialCafe
A2: (b)As wordsmith, master multi-tasker, and encourager extraordinaire, I know you have a unique purpose and a designed path. Let’s work together to find it because it is ALL about relationships and we are stronger together. #SocialCafe
A2: I won the first #SELTI - SouthEastern Literary Tourism Initiative short story contest (it seeks to link tourism and literature) in 2012 #SocialCafe
Wow - you all are awesome. Great answers... I am grabbing them up and inserting them :) As they are published, I can share the links in our #SocialCafe chat over the next few weeks ;)
@conpsweeney Remind me to tell you how I got the idea for this short story :) It involves a REAL skull #SocialCafe Real life is a great way to ignite interesting fiction
Q7 This one should be your easy, open-ended one... It is... Is there anything else you would like to add? That can include tips, recommendations... etc. #SocialCafe
@socialwebcafe@conpsweeney It involved a friend, a facebook post, and a barefoot fisherman. He was standing on the edge of the local lake and the skull rolled over his head (his dad shared on his feed) #SocialCafe
@socialwebcafe A7: Stop trying to sell things or to build numbers. Instead, go back to the basics: create lasting connections with people and focus on being relentlessly helpful #SocialCafe
I think my chihuahua needs to go do some reading. He is wandering in circles... This Twitter Chat thing is just too much fun for his interest level :) #SocialCafe
Well all - I've enjoyed our time together. Now, to go compile those features! My pleasure to feature you as famous bloggers (and look forward to your next best selling novels!) #SocialCafe
Another month! Thank you for your continued support! =D I really appreciate all of you! (And, if you haven't already, join our #SocialCafe to get free training and resources... Tues 6p PT/9p ET on Twitter.)
