The Way of the Web

DECEMBER 24, 2011

There’s still a week to go, but unless something radical happens, here’s a quick run-down of the most read posts I’ve written on this site in 2011. Problems embedding Youtube videos in WordPress? 2012 The Year of 3D Printing? How does that change the way we act with friends and family, or how we upload and share?

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Akamai Marketing

FEBRUARY 22, 2011

For example, from SocialOomph, you can also schedule Tweets, even bulk upload them. All of these are things you can set on autopilot with the help of a 3rd party, but you can not do it directly from Twitter. Some are free, some are part of their paid service.

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Akamai Marketing

MARCH 23, 2011

While most the examples within the book are of enterprise-sized businesses, the mini-case studies of numerous different types of brands ranging from WD-40 to Lunapads (a feminine protection product) to the oft-cited Zappos, Wikibrands proves that no matter the product, engagement can happen with a strong and willing brand.

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Waxing UnLyrical

NOVEMBER 15, 2010

Take this example: Let’s say you’ve created a tool that helps non-profits with social media, and you are sending out a news release as part of your launch. When you SEO a timely news release, you are competing with news, correct? You likely want your story to be news, now. In Google you get: Let’s face it.

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Waxing UnLyrical

JANUARY 13, 2011

Waxing UnLyrical personal, possibly poetic, musings on public relations, media, communication, and everything in between About Shonali How To Get Your Blog Project Approved January 13th, 2011 Tweet Guest post by Shanan Sorochynski Okay, you’ve had nearly half a month to sink into 2011. Perfect example of that. You’ve reflected.

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Waxing UnLyrical

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

As an example, Seth said that “share of voice&# is a good KPI, but it says more about awareness than business outcomes. Comment as Show More Trackbacks Tweets that mention Measuring Public Relations Outcomes | Waxing UnLyrical -- Topsy.com says: February 1, 2011 at 6:43 pm [.] says: February 2, 2011 at 10:50 am [.]

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The Way of the Web

JANUARY 14, 2011

And it’s so easy to do with the availability of self-publishing tools… The hidden dangers of free WordPress themes : But although setting up WordPress, for example, is pretty easy, there are still dangers that you need to be aware of.

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Kikolani

JULY 8, 2011

Free WordPress themes – the 2011 edition of the best free WordPress themes. 70+ inspirational examples of websites designed with HTML5 – want to know the power of the new version of HTML? See some great examples. The Phoenix Haboob of July 5th, 2011 from Mike Olbinski.

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Waxing UnLyrical

OCTOBER 23, 2010

PR, social media, and news articles I’ve found interesting, for example. I’m pleased to tell you that I did, indeed, go eat a dosa that day. Now, about two and a half years later, I talk about a lot of other stuff. I’ve used it to find sources and new handbags. And yes, I still talk about food. Liked what you saw?

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Kikolani

NOVEMBER 11, 2011

The Non-Designer’s Guide to WordPress Blog Design – This post covers design and some of the technical aspects of making your theme and WordPress look how you want it to and do what you want it to do. Personal Development / Productivity. This author won’t ignore Klout. Here’s why.

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Waxing UnLyrical

JANUARY 9, 2011

Waxing UnLyrical personal, possibly poetic, musings on public relations, media, communication, and everything in between About Shonali Weekly Roundup: Finding Comfort January 9th, 2011 Tweet From start to finish As tends to happen, what one thinks one will do can be quite different from start and intent to finish and result.

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Kikolani

NOVEMBER 4, 2011

21 Blog Footer Examples That Mean Business – Examples from blogs that include different types of calls to action. Look through these examples and see where your eyes go, ask yourself if you are tempted to click. 50 Great Free WordPress Themes From 2011 – 50 great WordPress themes that were released in 2011 for free.

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Akamai Marketing

FEBRUARY 8, 2011

For example, instead of telling me that there are 150 Million people on Twitter, tell me how many people on Twitter are talking about the same things I am. Share and Enjoy: Tags: analytics , engagement 2 Comments Melanie Baker Posted February 8, 2011 at 2:59 PM Hi Tara, Thanks for the overview. Anyway, hope that helps.

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SocMed Sean

DECEMBER 1, 2018

NOTE: I originally wrote and published this article back in November of 2011 and it has generated a lot of interest over the years. As an example, I worked with a company whose highest volume of calls came in the form of customers needing their passwords reset.

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Waxing UnLyrical

OCTOBER 22, 2010

What about real-life examples? 5 Ways to Fail in Social Media | Women Grow Business says: February 1, 2011 at 12:02 am [.] But because as we’ve been getting deeper and deeper into the chat, participants – you – started asking for case studies. Theory is all very well, they (you) said. Liked what you saw?

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Waxing UnLyrical

JANUARY 3, 2011

Waxing UnLyrical personal, possibly poetic, musings on public relations, media, communication, and everything in between About Shonali 5 Tips To Avoid New Job Burnout January 3rd, 2011 Tweet It’s a new year, and perhaps you’re starting a new job. I’m a poor example, but every time I did this, I felt much better.

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Waxing UnLyrical

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

Mark as read Approve comment Hi Herwin--nice case example of crisis communications and reputation management. Krista Giuffi said: Interesting case example of crisis comm & reputation mgmt from @iherwin via @Shonali: [link] #pr #publicrelations [.] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Shonali Burke, Krista Giuffi.

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Waxing UnLyrical

OCTOBER 19, 2010

For example: Let’s say you are searching for volunteer opportunities in Silver Spring, Md. When applied to non-profits, these initial theories on Google Instant’s implications for search engine marketing may affect small non-profits more than larger non-profits. Liked what you saw? Why not book me for a speaking gig ?

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Kikolani

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

Coming soon: Twitter’s official analytics product – a look at some of the features that will be launched in 2011. 15 of the most popular WordPress plugins of 2010 – I’m using five, and the rest are certainly worth a try. How to use WordPress as an online notebook – take advantage of your drafts!

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Waxing UnLyrical

OCTOBER 14, 2010

From the Edutopia article: “For example, when I’m teaching integers, I don’t teach the kids the rules for adding and subtracting integers. Your voice though, is unique to only you , and Brian Meeks is a great example of this. Instead, I show them how to manipulate blocks, how to make it zero by taking away and adding.&#

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Waxing UnLyrical

DECEMBER 5, 2010

This post is a great example of a charitable endeavor that is also concrete, as opposed to cosmetic. Id call Wordpress, Twitter and Facebook the heroes in this case :-) Reply Rate Up div.livefyre-comment).removeClass(livefyre-hidden)" When I clicked through to her blog, I was even more enchanted. Liked what you saw?

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Waxing UnLyrical

OCTOBER 27, 2010

I can go into other examples, but… you get the point. Heres another example: you can always tell the seasoned actors on sitcoms that are taped before a live studio audience. The smart brands kept their chips in: they stayed in the game with different messages, new incentives and, ultimately made themselves part of the conversation.

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Waxing UnLyrical

NOVEMBER 4, 2010

Five easy steps to customizing your 404 page, assuming you’re using WordPress (you in Blogger, or something, I ain’t got nothing for you). For example, if your error page reads, “Sorry, you were looking for something that’s not here,&# look for those exact words and select them. So here you go.

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Waxing UnLyrical

OCTOBER 6, 2010

Using Jimi Hendrix as an example would get ME revved up. Quite frankly, it got me a little nervous presenting this information in that kind of way. But my experience and instincts told me three things: 1. Music is a great way to help the social networking medicine go down. Using Jimi Hendrix would (hopefully) get THE AUDIENCE revved up.

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Kikolani

NOVEMBER 23, 2012

WordPress Themes & Plugins. StudioPress – Need new WordPress themes? This is perfect if you have lots of WordPress sites or if you are a WordPress consultant. Premise is the complete digital sales and marketing system for WordPress. for the Pro Plus Package. Get it now for $95 (normally $165).

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Waxing UnLyrical

FEBRUARY 8, 2011

Waxing UnLyrical personal, possibly poetic, musings on public relations, media, communication, and everything in between About Shonali On Lists, Their Importance, And How To Get On One February 8th, 2011 Tweet This post has been about a year and a half in the writing. For example: Obvious: Share their content. Yes, really!

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ProBlogger

JULY 25, 2011

The July 2011 WordPress WordCamp Boston rocked! Hundreds of eager WordPress users gathered to watch more than 40 speakers who presented on topics from social media to themes to shortcodes to security. Most recommended WordPress plugins. Most recommended WordPress SEO tips. Social media … of course.

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Waxing UnLyrical

DECEMBER 14, 2010

Another good example from Australia was a journalist called Tom Cowie , who mounted a full social media campaign called Tom Wants A Job, complete with a transparent blog (with all the applications and rejection letters), Twitter handle and Facebook fan page. Can you help me tie my shoelaces?” That sort of creativity gets you noticed.

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ProBlogger

NOVEMBER 21, 2011

For example you can get the following deals: Get the Genesis Framework for only $45. I’m also a big fan of Premise – a WordPress based software for developing landing pages by the team at CopyBlogger Media. Copywriting advice from inside WordPress. Snag most Genesis / design combos for a song and save close to $20.

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Waxing UnLyrical

DECEMBER 16, 2010

You are a perfect example; you and I didnt even know each other prior to Amplify, and now youre one of my trusted sources on so many things (as you know!). that damn redhead says: January 2, 2011 at 2:38 am [.] Does reading about my human side make me seem more approachable, more [.] Liked what you saw? These fine folk did: Jan.

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Waxing UnLyrical

NOVEMBER 10, 2010

For example, my post on the Gap logo thing. For example, had an college classmate catch a blog post I shared on LinkedIn, recommended it to a PR association and voila, I got a speaking gig. this is another example of how smart you are. :) Reply Rate Up div.livefyre-comment).removeClass(livefyre-hidden)" Liked what you saw?

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Convince & Convert

DECEMBER 30, 2011

I analyzed my Top 6 blog posts for 2011 by total page views, and am re-running them this week as a “greatest hits” compilation. Google Knol, for example. Here’s the scenario I see unfolding before the end of 2011, and possibly before Labor Day. (Happy Holidays! This is #1.

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Waxing UnLyrical

DECEMBER 4, 2010

Hopefully the organization will learn from this and have a more effective campaign for World Aids Day in 2011. Its really sad that the campaign is taking such flack (rightly so), when it could, instead, have become as an example of what do when embarking on a social media-driven campaign. Lead by example. It is a fabulous cause.

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Waxing UnLyrical

DECEMBER 21, 2010

There are several other options, such as Flickr, Tumblr, WordPress, Blogger, etc… even Ping.fm. Try as I might to get people to comment on this blog, for example, I cant really force them to. Weekly Roundup: Bees In My Bonnet | Waxing UnLyrical says: January 30, 2011 at 4:51 pm [.] You can set up your own blog.

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Viper Chill

JUNE 6, 2011

I’ve seen too many examples of big marketers releasing the sites they’re working on and having their rankings tank or a ton of negative feedback sent their way. Sharing my income here is for no other reason than I hope to inspire you to see what is possible online… ViperChill.com Income for May 2011. Aweber : $1.50.

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ProBlogger

SEPTEMBER 20, 2011

As of June 30, 2011, California, Colorado, Illinois, New York, North Carolina, Rhode Island, and Connecticut have been affected by the nexus tax. The best letters are concise and honest, and include supporting examples. It is currently the #1 downloaded affiliate plugin in WordPress. To learn more, visit PMA’s contribution page.

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Hootsuite

APRIL 6, 2023

For example, the PLATO system, developed by the University of Illinois in 1970, had many features of an early social media network but was largely used in academia. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mike Krieger (@mikeyk) Pinterest has us pining to pin (2010) Pinterest went live in closed beta in 2010, launching in 2011.

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