Waxing UnLyrical

JANUARY 16, 2012

And I think it’s terrific that they are so devoted to our profession that they make it a point to keep up with new technologies, new advances, and are constantly trying to figure out how to balance “old” and “new” to keep the profession advancing. Image: mikebaird via Flickr, CC 2.0. Today in the U.S.,

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SocialFish

MARCH 30, 2011

This post is part of our regular series of Open Community case studies, in which intrepid association blogger and freelance writer Deirdre Reid will be digging into associations (and other kinds of organizations when relevant) who are living and breathing their open communities in the ways we describe in the book. Return on Attitude.

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Waxing UnLyrical

JUNE 21, 2013

So instead, I thought I’d write about how I think you can use Twitter for PR, be they your own (personal, say if you’re a business owner also wearing your own PR hat) or your clients’/organizations’ public relations efforts. Image: TheNextWeb via Flickr, CC 2.0. Based in the Washington, D.C.,

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Waxing UnLyrical

MARCH 12, 2014

No matter how old you are, it should be clear by now that there are certain things that are “quintessentially Internet” – that is, they belong to the people who were raised on the Internet, in all of its omnipresent glory. Image: Retis via Flickr, CC 2.0. How to Get Started. Memejacking: How to Get Started Marketing with Memes.

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SocMed Sean

MARCH 11, 2012

'Angry bird puts a lid on it' courtesy of etee on Flickr via Creative Commons license If you’re engaged in social media for either personal or professional purposes (and if you’re reading this, I’m betting you are), there’s an important skillset and rule that you might want to think about: The art of not replying.

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Techipedia: Tamar Weinberg

JULY 15, 2009

The New Community Rules talks about the important role social media has begun playing in our lives. Most importantly, however, is the role the emerging technology puts on the business owner who is tasked with finding out how to make an impact in this evolving landscape. Fortunately, we have social media communities to inspire us.

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Waxing UnLyrical

JULY 19, 2013

Do you have any suggestions on how to approach a such a contact without appearing to be ‘Facebook stalking’?” I can’t tell you how many people ask if I can help them in some way, and if I say yes, don’t know exactly what to ask for. Image: naunasse via Flickr, CC 2.0. That’s a good question.

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Waxing UnLyrical

OCTOBER 27, 2011

When we talk about how to pitch or not to pitch, we often focus on the media/blogger pitches we receive/hear about. And it’s not just email pitches that you need to learn how to write; it’s how to pitch people on social networks, such as Twitter, as well. Focus on building community. Be patient.

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Waxing UnLyrical

DECEMBER 9, 2013

Image: buddawiggi via Flickr, CC 2.0. Why: Randy Bowden explains how to properly collect and manage data (which will allow you more time to focus on client work and building relationships). Daniel Newman reveals how you can create stronger relationships via LinkedIn in just five minutes a day. Data Mining for Gold. Aspiration.

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Social Media Marketing

DECEMBER 18, 2012

It's not too long ago (okay, in social media terms, it was eons ago) that Flickr was one of the major social networks. But the rise of Instagram as a deft and light app that allowed seamless integration into sites like Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr and more made some wonder if there was a future for Flickr. So what happened? Remember that.

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ProBlogger

APRIL 22, 2021

The post How to Hire Writers for Your Blog appeared first on ProBlogger. That’s certainly how I started all my blogs. One of the things I did to build engagement was to start a Flickr group. I also set up an area of the Flickr group where people could submit tips for me to include in future blog posts. (I

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Waxing UnLyrical

DECEMBER 13, 2012

Image by Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung (Flickr: Kick-Tipp) [ CC-BY-SA-2.0 ], via Wikimedia Commons. Borrow or hire a professional camera and find someone who knows how to edit video. The 5 Commandments of How to Raise $1Million on Kickstarter is a post from: Waxing UnLyrical. That’s no longer the case. Dress nicely and smile.

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Webbiquity SMM

OCTOBER 13, 2015

Image credit: Flickr. But do you know how to appropriately use it in a business context, and more importantly, what are you doing to apply it to your marketing strategy? One key to sound business use of social media is empathy. In the marketing realm, there’s a lot of talk about empathy.

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Waxing UnLyrical

SEPTEMBER 13, 2013

Image: SalFalko via Flickr, CC 2.0. Below are tips on how to build a network (and then maintain it!) Look for online communities of bloggers and contribute to their conversations to begin building contacts in your focus area. Do you have a great community building strategy? Find directories ( alltop.com , technorati ).

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Waxing UnLyrical

DECEMBER 14, 2010

Waxing UnLyrical personal, possibly poetic, musings on public relations, media, communication, and everything in between About Shonali How To Become A Public Relations Star December 14th, 2010 Tweet Guest post by Mike Doman I recently had the pleasure of sitting on the admissions panel for a PR course. Read All About It!

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Waxing UnLyrical

MARCH 24, 2014

Image: Maria Ly via Flickr, CC 2.0. In this very interesting post for LeadersWest , James Scherer shows you how to increase revenue by optimizing your home page. I wrote this post a while back, because I thought it was a great way to explore how a little trust can go a long way when building your online community.

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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. Image: Heather Phillips via Flickr, CC 2.0

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Waxing UnLyrical

MARCH 3, 2014

Image: Aidan Jones via Flickr, CC 2.0. How to Be a Good Social Citizen. Ken Mueller reminds us why the same rules that apply IRL community interactions should apply online. Why: In this oldie but goodie from the WUL vault, Shakirah Dawud shares how being personable on social media can lead to strong business relationships.

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Waxing UnLyrical

JUNE 4, 2014

via Flickr, CC 2.0. It’s a landslide: Community creates results. The Harlem Shake depended on community. User-generated content is far better at creating that community. Long ago, before the rise of e-commerce, the question of how to reach users was more difficult because of the barriers to access. in West Bengal!)

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Waxing UnLyrical

APRIL 28, 2014

You can imagine how crazy it’s been. Image: Steven Depolo via Flickr, CC 2.0. In this post for Harvard Biz Review , Dorie Clark and Andy Molinsky teach you how to change this mindset. What Small Businesses Can Learn from the Creative Community: Share the Journey. How do you challenge the status quo?

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Waxing UnLyrical

JANUARY 20, 2014

Image: Mike Licht via Flickr, CC 2.0. Ken Mueller shares how he’s adapting to change. Pam Moore tells businesses how to make strong connections based on equality and respect. In this WUL, post I explore how removing barriers to communication by inviting others in can help build both online and offline communities.

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Waxing UnLyrical

JULY 28, 2014

Blogging is a great way to start conversations, share ideas, and build your online community. Image: Mike Licht via Flickr, CC 2.0. Why: The medium through which we communicate is constantly evolving. How to Be Visual (Even When You’re not an Artist). Blogging for Profit? 5 Sure-Fire Ways Tools Will Help.

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Waxing UnLyrical

NOVEMBER 17, 2014

Image: Sung Ming Whang via Flickr, CC 4.0. Why: Do you want to know how to price your products more effectively? Tjan offers some tips for effective communication. How to Set Up Google Analytics Goals and Score More Conversions! The Psychology of Pricing. In this guest post for Harvard Business Review , Anthony K.

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Waxing UnLyrical

JANUARY 27, 2014

Image: Cornelia Kopp via Flickr, CC 2.0. In this post for Steamfeed , DJ Thistle remind us to break the cycle of bad blogging practices by focusing on quality and the company we keep in the blogging community. Martina McGowan explores how to use failure to break the cycle of self-defeat. Is Guest Blogging Dead?

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Dave Fleet

JULY 26, 2010

Online Communications Policy. Community Guidelines. How to Blog Safely (About Work or Anything Else). Online Social Media Principles. Daimler AG. Social Media Guidelines. Blog Policy. Corporate Blogging Policy. Fellowship Church. Blogging Policy. General Motors. Blogger Policy. Georgia Tech. Guidelines for Student Blogging.

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Waxing UnLyrical

JUNE 10, 2013

Image: Mike Gifford via Flickr, CC 2.0. Why: In this post for LeadersWest , Audrey Thomas outlines several common productivity mistakes and how to correct them. Agency Outreach Gone Wrong: And How to Avoid It. Seven distractions to avoid to improve your productivity. Five Fat Phrases Clogging Up Your Content.

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Waxing UnLyrical

JUNE 2, 2014

Image: AJ Cann via Flickr, CC 2.0. In this WUL post, Dan Cohen shares how they use their skill set to improve the world. How to Achieve a Return on Conversation with Emotional Marketing. Why: How do you break through the noise on social media? Business Communication Resources Shonali Burke Weekly Roundup conversations'

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Waxing UnLyrical

JANUARY 10, 2012

If you work as a social media manager or online community manager you see these all the time … negative comments. When you see them you try at first to plan how to respond, but sometimes have a strong urge to react. Here are 6 more tips on how to manage negative comments: Listen to what is being said.

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Waxing UnLyrical

AUGUST 11, 2014

Image: Steven Depolo via Flickr, CC 2.0. How to Perform a Hashtag Search Across Multiple Channels. Ian Cleary explores how you can monitor the traffic that is generated across multiple channels via hashtags. Some secrets are good, some bad, and some hold the key to business success. 4 Reasons Your PR Program Will Fail.

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Convince & Convert

APRIL 29, 2012

Flickr Photo by Doc_Brown. If this is your reality – executives won’t give you the labor you need to execute what you want to tackle in social media and content marketing, then trying to figure out how to do more with less is 100% the wrong approach. Your budget is how fast can you borrow money. And that takes time.

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Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 19, 2014

Image: LEOL30 via Flickr, CC 2.0. Kathi Kruse outlines how you can use Social Selling to develop a long-term revenue stream. How to Earn Trust When Distrust Rules. How to Ask for Guest Bloggers Without the Awkwardness. In this guest post for SteamFeed , Anne Reuss shares how to get bloggers on board.

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Waxing UnLyrical

FEBRUARY 14, 2013

You’re tired of posts telling you to use Valentine’s Day that show you “Five Ways to Show Your Clients Some Valentine’s Day Love,” or “How Not to be a Bloody Valentine,” or “A Valentine From My Business to Yours.” Image: Patrick Beeson via Flickr, CC 2.0. ” You’re not?

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Waxing UnLyrical

JUNE 23, 2014

Image: Depone via Flickr, CC 2.0. In this guest post for SteamFeed , Brooke Ballard tackles some common content mistakes and how to overcome them. area, she loves helping for- and non-profit clients, both small and large, turn corporate codswallop into community cool™. 4 Reasons Your Content Is Yawn-Worthy.

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Waxing UnLyrical

JULY 22, 2013

Image: Quinn Dombrowski via Flickr, CC 2.0. The Power of One Connection: How Word of Mouth Works Online. Why: Ken Mueller explains how word of mouth and human interaction are still the most powerful ways to promote your business. How to explain social media to your spouse. Don’t be shy!

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Waxing UnLyrical

FEBRUARY 24, 2014

Image: Siddharth Sharma via Flickr, CC 2.0. And part of life – and what makes work fun – is figuring out how to overcome them. How To Revive Old Blog Content. Why: In this in-depth and thoughtful post, Mike Alton goes through how and when (or when not to) revive older blog posts. It’s still cold here.

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Waxing UnLyrical

MARCH 31, 2014

” Image: Julie Rybarczyk via Flickr, CC 2.0. No matter how much we hear it’s important to fail (which it is), and failure makes us stronger (hopefully), success is just much nicer. Deirdre Breakenridge covers how to perfect your “gifting” technique. How to Encourage Your Team to Blog.

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Waxing UnLyrical

JULY 8, 2013

Image: Sean MacEntee via Flickr, CC 2.0. How To Get Leads With Content Marketing. Why: On this popular podcast, Gini Dietrich explains how to spice up your online content with your own photos via knowledge gained from Paul M. How do you make your content unforgettable? Happy Monday! Did you enjoy the long weekend?

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