The Do’s and Don’ts on Twitter

The Do’s and Don’ts on Twitter

Twitter is a useful tool for both personal and business needs. If you are new to Twitter, it may be helpful to learn how to use it to your best advantage. Here are a few do’s and don’ts to get you started. Twitter was revolutionary when it started. It’s a platform...
It’s a Wonderful Life:  Never Underestimate the Power of Tribes

It’s a Wonderful Life: Never Underestimate the Power of Tribes

One of the most memorable Christmas movies of all time is Frank Capra’s “It’s a Wonderful Life,” starring the incomparable Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed. It’s the ultimate feel-good movie, perfect for anyone who’s ever wondered if their life holds meaning. Here’s the...
Elf: Enthusiasm is Contagious

Elf: Enthusiasm is Contagious

Take a six-foot tall adopted elf named Buddy (played by Will Ferrell) who wants to find his birth father, make that father the prickly James Caan, and throw them together in the midst of New York City and see what happens. Buddy wants a warm and cuddly family reunion;...
The Little Drummer Boy: All Gifts are to be Honored

The Little Drummer Boy: All Gifts are to be Honored

Even if you haven’t seen the animated special, you’ve probably heard the story or the song. But here’s a recap if you’re unaware: The three Wise Men and the shepherds are heading to see the Baby Jesus, and the little drummer boy comes along for the ride. He is...
How the Grinch Stole Christmas:  There’s Someone for Everyone

How the Grinch Stole Christmas: There’s Someone for Everyone

If you haven’t seen the original animated Grinch movie from 1966, you’ve likely seen the Jim Carrey version from 2000. But if you missed that one, too, here’s the recap: Green Grinch hates Christmas and hates the Whos, the sweet and lovable inhabitants of Whoville,...
Jingle All the Way: Serendipity Happens

Jingle All the Way: Serendipity Happens

Way back before Arnold was Governor of California, he starred in a Christmas caper called “Jingle All the Way.” As workaholic Howard Langston, Arnie races all over town on Christmas Eve, in search of the blockbuster toy “Turbo Man,” which he promised his wife he’d...
Christmas With the Kranks: Respond to Market Demands

Christmas With the Kranks: Respond to Market Demands

“Christmas With the Kranks” is a slapstick comedy based on a book called “Skipping Christmas” by John Grisham. The upshot is that the protagonists, Luther and Nora Krank (played by Tim Allen and Jamie Lee Curtis), want to “skip” Christmas because their daughter is...
Monetize Your Blog #10: Sell Technology

Monetize Your Blog #10: Sell Technology

Many of the technological advances in the blogging world have come about as a result of a blogger needing a way to do something more quickly, more easily, or more completely on their blog. WordPress plug-ins, blog themes, graphics, apps, and the like are all examples...
Monetize Your Blog #10: Sell Technology

#9: Restrict Access to Premium Content

We’ve gotten used to thinking that everything online is free. But businesses are learning that while “free” is a great way to drive traffic, it’s not so good for making money. And consumers are learning that while “free” is great for the pocketbook, it’s not...
Monetize Your Blog #10: Sell Technology

#8: Offer Coaching

As a blogger, you are a position of authority. People come to your site to read about what you have to offer – whether it’s fly fishing, vegan cooking, making money online, or paper crafting. A natural next step for making money is to offer your expertise in a “live”...