5 Twitter Tips for Small Business Marketers
Small businesses around the world are making connections on Twitter, the communication platform that lets businesses stay connected to their customers through 140-character messages. Twitter has increasingly become the number one online marketing destination for local businesses to build their brand, market their products and services, and create communities for their followers. Having the opportunity to market products or services to customers within a few blocks is a remarkable opportunity, and a great way to receive valuable feedback and build long lasting customer relationships using Twitter as a conversation tool. Write a business profile Keep it easy and simple, this isn’t your corporate about page. Instead, think about how you are going to build relationships…
Books I Want to Write
All you need is time, talent and toil, and of course that great idea. When I read a really good book by an author not much older, and sometimes younger than myself, I feel an urge to be a real published writer. Sometimes I find myself creating dialogue and paragraphs in my head using the style of the author of the moment. Unfortunately, few lines ever make it to the paper. For when I someday will feel inspired and committed enough to give my stories pages of their own these are some of the books I would like to write: Biography of an Insignificant Person This book would describe the fictional life of an average…
The Secret of Surviving Traveling with Spouse and Children
Taking the family on the road isn’t always all fun. But before all fun and play is thrown out the car window and smacks into an oncoming truck, take a moment to read these tips for a successful journey together. 1. Keep a Stash of Snacks on Hand You don’t always know when or where your next meal will be when you’re traveling. Be sure to carry some easy snacks such as nuts, raisins, fruit and cheese for a less grouchy spouse and well-fed children. This way you’ll avoid spending money on pit stops and have more left for carefully planned dinners. 2. Make a Plan for the Day Get everyone’s input and wishes. The…
5 Ways to Work Successfully While Traveling with Toddler or Young Children
Some of us are lucky enough to travel with our families for an extended time, but unfortunately we also have to keep up with the workload from freelance clients. Here are five tips to keep your toddler or your child occupied while you bring home the bacon. 1. Dress-Up Party Bring out your suitcase and select a few items such as T-shirts, scarves, sun hats, and shoes and let your toddler play dress up. Give them as task such as “Dress up like Daddy” or “What does Mommy wear to the beach”. 2. Cooking Class If you are staying in a house or apartment it should be easy find some pots, pans, and utensils and…
Who Else Wants to Start Using WordPress?
A Guide to WordPress for Beginners WordPress is used by over 13% of the one million leading websites on the internet, is it your turn? Far from being intimidating and complicated, WordPress is simple, yet robust, and the perfect starting point for a new blog, ecommerce site, company website, e-book, or a subscription and newsletter manager. WordPress is a content management system (CMS) which essentially manages your content and allows you to simply publish your site, whether it is your local window cleaning business, your personal blog, or an information product site. You can’t beat free, and that’s exactly how much WordPress costs. What can WordPress do for you that other content management systems can’t?…
A Walking Tour of Portland, Oregon
There is no nicer way to experience this Pacific Northwest city’s beauty than by stepping into a pair of sturdy walking shoes, dressing for the weather, and bringing a camera to capture it all. Follow these Portland area trails and easy urban day hikes and know that you’re never far from the nearest cup of coffee. Continue reading article on Hubpages. ArrayArrayArrayArrayArrayArrayArrayArray
Kid-Friendly Restaurants and Cafés in Portland, Oregon
What are some of the key features to look out for when dining out with kids? Ask a kid and they will eagerly volunteer that room to play, or at least to draw with crayons at the table is essential. Ask a mom or dad and they let you know that food and drink options on the menu that make both children and parents happy are key. With that in mind let’s take a look at why these best local family restaurants and cafés in Portland, Oregon make it to the kid friendly list. Continue reading article on Hubpages. ArrayArrayArrayArrayArrayArrayArrayArray
Fun and Simple Halloween Crafts for Kids and Toddlers
Easy and quick Halloween kids craft ideas using things you got at home. Make Halloween cards, invitations, decorations with these fun crafts for kids.
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5 Twitter Tips for Small Business Marketers
Small businesses around the world are making connections on Twitter, the communication platform that lets businesses stay connected to their customers through 140-character messages. Twitter has increasingly become the number one online marketing destination for local businesses to build their brand, market their products and services, and create communities for their followers. Having the opportunity to market products or services to customers within a few blocks is a remarkable opportunity, and a great way to receive valuable feedback and build long lasting customer relationships using Twitter as a conversation tool. Write a business profile Keep it easy and simple, this isn’t your corporate about page. Instead, think about how you are going to build relationships…
Books I Want to Write
All you need is time, talent and toil, and of course that great idea. When I read a really good book by an author not much older, and sometimes younger than myself, I feel an urge to be a real published writer. Sometimes I find myself creating dialogue and paragraphs in my head using the style of the author of the moment. Unfortunately, few lines ever make it to the paper. For when I someday will feel inspired and committed enough to give my stories pages of their own these are some of the books I would like to write: Biography of an Insignificant Person This book would describe the fictional life of an average…
The Secret of Surviving Traveling with Spouse and Children
Taking the family on the road isn’t always all fun. But before all fun and play is thrown out the car window and smacks into an oncoming truck, take a moment to read these tips for a successful journey together. 1. Keep a Stash of Snacks on Hand You don’t always know when or where your next meal will be when you’re traveling. Be sure to carry some easy snacks such as nuts, raisins, fruit and cheese for a less grouchy spouse and well-fed children. This way you’ll avoid spending money on pit stops and have more left for carefully planned dinners. 2. Make a Plan for the Day Get everyone’s input and wishes. The…
5 Ways to Work Successfully While Traveling with Toddler or Young Children
Some of us are lucky enough to travel with our families for an extended time, but unfortunately we also have to keep up with the workload from freelance clients. Here are five tips to keep your toddler or your child occupied while you bring home the bacon. 1. Dress-Up Party Bring out your suitcase and select a few items such as T-shirts, scarves, sun hats, and shoes and let your toddler play dress up. Give them as task such as “Dress up like Daddy” or “What does Mommy wear to the beach”. 2. Cooking Class If you are staying in a house or apartment it should be easy find some pots, pans, and utensils and…
Who Else Wants to Start Using WordPress?
A Guide to WordPress for Beginners WordPress is used by over 13% of the one million leading websites on the internet, is it your turn? Far from being intimidating and complicated, WordPress is simple, yet robust, and the perfect starting point for a new blog, ecommerce site, company website, e-book, or a subscription and newsletter manager. WordPress is a content management system (CMS) which essentially manages your content and allows you to simply publish your site, whether it is your local window cleaning business, your personal blog, or an information product site. You can’t beat free, and that’s exactly how much WordPress costs. What can WordPress do for you that other content management systems can’t?…
A Walking Tour of Portland, Oregon
There is no nicer way to experience this Pacific Northwest city’s beauty than by stepping into a pair of sturdy walking shoes, dressing for the weather, and bringing a camera to capture it all. Follow these Portland area trails and easy urban day hikes and know that you’re never far from the nearest cup of coffee. Continue reading article on Hubpages. ArrayArrayArrayArrayArrayArrayArrayArray
