One of the biggest excuses a blogger likes to use is, “I don’t know what to write about”.  Well, my friend Jimmy D. Brown is an expert at drumming up new ideas and I was able to find out how he does it. Jimmy has written several popular eBooks as well author of his own popular blog and membership program. (Remember, my post last week about Membership programs & creating your own products) This post is to help you (and me) get started in creating those programs. Keep Reading...

I have a question I have been wanting to ask you…yes, YOU.  How can I make Market Like A Chick more constructive for you? Keep Reading...

As a newcomer to Blogworld I had a few preconceived ideas of what the event might be like and what I would like to take away from the event.  I’m not totally new to live events, just new to the blogging community events.  Here’s my own rundown on what I felt was a hit or miss at Blogworld 09: Keep Reading...

Writer’s block or just lack of focus time can stop any blog dead in it’s tracks.  You know you need to keep your blog fresh but, what do you do to keep the content rolling??  Here’s some top tips straight from the experts over at Ezinearticles.com. Keep Reading...

Your blog is your business and you’re building a brand that people will associate with you, whether you realize it or not.  One way to help build your brand reputation is to partner up with another brand that’s already established themselves as known figure in a particular industry.  Co-Branding is about sharing each others reputation to say to the public, “Hey, I have these qualities too.  Just look at who I work with”. Keep Reading...

The ‘rules of engagement’ of social media are somewhat vague, but pretty simple to figure out if you just apply a little bit of common sense.  Consider what an essentially normal relationship is and implement the same ideas behind them when engaging in online communities. The key thing to remember is that this is social media – people are looking online for opportunities to interact and exchange information or content with similar, like minded people. Keep Reading...

If you have been in social media or online marketing for any amount of time, chances are that you have heard people talking about “branding yourself” or “building your value”. You’ll find, especially in social media, that the amount of perceived value you provide to those following you is what will determine your success and growth in your industry.  So, how do you build your value and brand yourself as an authority? Keep Reading...

What would YOU do to get FREE passes to BlogWorld… only the biggest Blogger’s network marketing extravaganza? The BlogWorld and New Media Expo 2009 is being held October 15 to 17 in Las Vegas.  Think about it, the biggest names in blogging will be there: Brian Clark from Copyblogger, Chris Brogan, Darren Rowse from ProBlogger, Mari Smith, Missy Ward, Jeremy Schoemaker and THE John Chow himself….all at the same event! Keep Reading...

Whether you’re just starting out with your blog or your need a thunk on the noggin to remind you, there are 3 basic rules to a simple SEO (Search Engine Optimization) plan to help your blog be discovered.  Mind you, these are not ALL the rules, but still very important ones you should follow.  I’ve had a few readers ask that I break it down in basics to get them started, so here you go! Keep Reading...

I love talking to people who call it like they see it. The ones that shock you with their brutally honest responses to questions you already knew the answer to but didn’t want to admit it. Boldness is sexy, and everyone knows sex sells. Keep Reading...