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Edward Antrobus Why Cash-Value Life Insurance MIGHT be a Better Choice than Term Life Insurance http://bit.ly/xPXxHi

1 week ago from Brazen Bloggers

 
TOP IDEA: Edward Antrobus In an effort to be more of a full-serve, one-stop shop, I've expanded my ebook file conversion service into a full-blown e-publisher. Not only will SEAM Publishing convert your files to ebook files capable of being read on the Kindle, Nook, iPad, etc, but now I will list them for you on Amazon & Barnes & Noble as well! Please check out http://www.seampublishing to tell me what you think of the site I put together for this project. Thanks.

5 weeks ago from Brazen Bloggers, Wordpress Bloggers, Denver Careerists and Innovators Incubation2 more

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Edward Antrobus: Apparently I forgot the .com Oops. Try MoreApparently I forgot the .com Oops. Try http://www.seampublishing.com
3 weeks ago
Megan Atkinson: @Edward - I have been gone a while but I must tell you how excited I am to see this venture really coming to life for you! Beyond cool!
2 weeks ago
 
TOP IDEA: Edward Antrobus Have you ever heard of the $30,000 Challenge? I've decided to start a miniature version of it, the $3000 challenge. A race to see which small-time blogger can grow to $3k online income first. If your interested in participating, see bit.ly/xXNCwg for more information.

3 weeks ago from Brazen Bloggers, Wordpress Bloggers, Innovators Incubation and Entrepreneurs2 more

 
Pete Collins Do you delete any of your blog posts? My blogging is quite variable in terms of quality, so should I get rid of some older ones that I don't really like, don't link to, and have hardly got any views? It would increase the average quality of my posts, but decrease the quantity. What do you do?

54 weeks ago from Blogging Ideas, Brazen Bloggers, European Bloggers and Wordpress Bloggers2 more

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seanlsyy: delete old post,good idea
13 weeks ago
Page: I think it is a good idea to go back and review your posts periodically, and update them to reflect your blog's focus. Perhaps you didn't have a ...MoreI think it is a good idea to go back and review your posts periodically, and update them to reflect your blog's focus. Perhaps you didn't have a clear goal in mind when you started blogging? Go back and re-focus those old posts, clean up the writing and add some SEO into them to bring them up to speed.
3 weeks ago
 
Edward Antrobus Wanted to get opinions on a tactic I just witnessed. First impression is that it's kind of sleazy. I write a blog about job searching. The other day, I saw "job search tips" + "commentluv" as one of the search terms in Analytics. Later, there was a comment awaiting moderation from someone with a website of free-job-search-websites.com The comment was about the post, so not obviously spam, but it didn't really add anything to the discussion either. Really just to add a backlink to their site.

6 weeks ago from Wordpress Bloggers and Brazen Bloggers

Alexis Dubief: And the problem is? Technically CommentLuv is to reward people for commenting, essentially providing a comment incentive yes? So somebody was ...MoreAnd the problem is? Technically CommentLuv is to reward people for commenting, essentially providing a comment incentive yes? So somebody was looking for relevant blogs to comment on. OK, fair enough. That the comment wasn't fantastic is a bummer. It did relate to the post and was left by a human which is pretty much the criteria for commenting on my site.

I will admit I WAS listed on a commentluv do follow directory and got more than a few "opportunistic commenters" so I DID remove myself from the directory. So while I think that opportunistic commenting is technically fair game, I did take action when I felt I was getting too many of these types of comments.

Another option with Comment Luv premium is to limit backlinks to people who have left X approved comments on your site (presumably a deterrent to people who aren't really going to stick around that long).
6 weeks ago
Edward Antrobus: Thanks. I guess I would feel a little better about it if he backlink didn't point to a a page that looks like spam itself.
6 weeks ago
 
Edward Antrobus What do you use for RSS feeds? I've been using Google Reader ever since I knew what RSS was, but am looking to switch. I could care less about the social features that it's loosing; I don't use them anyway. But the new look makes my eyes hurt. I need more contrast.

10 weeks ago from Wordpress Bloggers, Brazen Bloggers, Denver Careerists, Rocky Mountain Networking and Ask A Coach3 more

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Edward Antrobus: Kate, in Reader once you have the new look, you can't go back to the old look.
9 weeks ago
Kate Davids: I know, but they'll take it away eventually!
8 weeks ago
 
Edward Antrobus Anyone have an online store-front? Currently evaluating my options for an outgrowth of my ebook formatting venture. My two basic needs are handling digital downloads and integrating with Google Checkout (PayPal and I are not on good terms).

9 weeks ago from Wordpress Bloggers, Brazen Bloggers, Ask Penelope Trunk! and Entrepreneurs2 more

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Justin Seiler: Hi Edward. I did a quick search on their forum. It turns out breaking down tax to the city level is an issue that they've recognized and it's been ...MoreHi Edward. I did a quick search on their forum. It turns out breaking down tax to the city level is an issue that they've recognized and it's been requested for a future updated. You can follow it on Github (https://github.com/woothemes/woocommerce/issues/94) but no idea on when it would be implemented. Good luck with your search!
9 weeks ago
John: Hi Edward, Have you been to Clickbank? Its a great place for digital downloads too.
8 weeks ago
 
Alexis Dubief Fan Page Vs. Networked Blogs - Thoughts? I realize this is not necessarily an either/or question. But should I even bother with networked blogs and have people who follow me there OR via the fan page? Or is networked blogs an unnecessary step and I should focus exclusively on building up my presence via my own page? Anybody have any experience (good/bad) with the benefits/issue of networked blogs on FB? Thanks!

49 weeks ago from Blogging Ideas, Wordpress Bloggers and Brazen Bloggers1 more

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Ji Hyun Lee: Can't speak for Networked but Facebook fan page has been tremendous in getting traffic to my blog. Wld love to know wht others think about ...MoreCan't speak for Networked but Facebook fan page has been tremendous in getting traffic to my blog. Wld love to know wht others think about Networked Blogs.
49 weeks ago
Vincent: I was under the impression that they (I don't know whether it is FB or Networked blogs) was no longer supporting their FB application. I have a ...MoreI was under the impression that they (I don't know whether it is FB or Networked blogs) was no longer supporting their FB application. I have a Networked Blog thing on my FB page but can't tell you whether its been working for me or not.
48 weeks ago
 
Edward Antrobus I've been toying with the idea of adding a monthly newsletter to If You Can Read, You Can Cook. But I haven't been able to settle on a theme. I have some thoughts listed in a poll, or suggest your own. http://on.fb.me/ulJyP8

15 weeks ago from Wordpress Bloggers, Brazen Foodies, I Love to Cook! and Brazen Bloggers2 more

Edward Antrobus: Nicole, Saw your suggestion of "man" foods. That's a great idea! Probably going to let the poll run for a week. Unless recipe/"man foods" gets ...MoreNicole, Saw your suggestion of "man" foods. That's a great idea! Probably going to let the poll run for a week. Unless recipe/"man foods" gets out-voted, I'll go with that.
14 weeks ago
 
TOP IDEA: Nicole Bienfang Is Your Business Infectious? http://www.nicolebienfang.com/blog.html Please leave comments on the blog page!

16 weeks ago from Brazen Bloggers, Future Leaders, Internet Marketers and Social Media Marketers2 more

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Edward Antrobus: "Your business should not have to be dragged into social media it should be something the company sees as adding value to the bigger picture." I ...More"Your business should not have to be dragged into social media it should be something the company sees as adding value to the bigger picture." I know that seeing a doctor is good for me, too. But sometimes I need to drag myself there as well.
16 weeks ago
Nicole Bienfang: It's all about priorities and making the best actions (and right actions at the right time) to get you towards your goals. That stands true both ...MoreIt's all about priorities and making the best actions (and right actions at the right time) to get you towards your goals. That stands true both for the individual as well as any business.Note the "should not" which already alludes that many do drag themselves there anyway however, reluctantly.
16 weeks ago
 
Edward Antrobus Did you hire a Wordpress developer/designer when you started your site? How much did they cost? What exactly did you get for the money? My brother is thinking about hanging up his shingle, and we are trying to get a feel for what people are paying for this kind of service.

17 weeks ago from Brazen Bloggers and Wordpress Bloggers

Patrick Allmond: Before you too far in this figure out what your brother is going to do in this saturdated niche to standout. Wordpress designers are a commodity. ...MoreBefore you too far in this figure out what your brother is going to do in this saturdated niche to standout. Wordpress designers are a commodity. Why should anybody use your brother over a person I can get to do the work for five bucks at Fiverr.com? Also - don't worry too much about price. Don't try to be the same price as everybody else. Try to offer more and charge more than your competition.
17 weeks ago
Edward Antrobus: Good points. This is probably going to be more of a side gig than a full-time business.

What I see in the listings at Fiverr is very simple ...MoreGood points. This is probably going to be more of a side gig than a full-time business.

What I see in the listings at Fiverr is very simple setups. The kind of thing for people who are too lazy or feel too intimidated to realize that it takes all of about 15 minutes to get up and running. What he is more interested in doing is providing a full-service experience and ongoing support. Theme tweaking, plugins, etc. and being there if you need to change something in the future.

I understand what you are saying about competing on value instead of price, but it still requires an understanding on market prices. Otherwise, he could set a price that winds up being astronomically high or doing more than the competition and charging substantially less.
17 weeks ago
 
Mehul Kar Hey all. I need some help (likes) to reserve a vanity url for a fan page. I've asked the community here to help me out in the past, I'm hoping it will work again. I just need to get the url and then you are free to unlike (I actually encourage it). https://www.facebook.com/pages/Ninja-Tennis/171898706175230

21 weeks ago from Social Media, Social Media Marketers, Brazen Bloggers, Gen-Y Professional Bloggers and Brazen Careerists on Facebook3 more

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Ebony Hillsman: I liked your fanpage, just because I was fascinated by the juxtaposition of ninja and tennis! Good luck!
21 weeks ago
Mehul Kar: Thanks. I got the url though, so the page is currently admin only. When it goes back up, I'll let you knwo so you can like it again. :)
21 weeks ago
 
Nicole Bienfang Latest blog entry please read and comment: Small Biz Question: Grants for Historical City http://www.nicolebienfang.com/blog.html

21 weeks ago from Brazen Bloggers

 
Nicole Bienfang Expert Input: Evaluating the Network Marketing Industry Part 3 http://www.nicolebienfang.com/blog.html

23 weeks ago from Brazen Bloggers

 
Nicole Bienfang Expert Input: Evaluating the Network Marketing Industry Part 3 http://www.nicolebienfang.com/blog.html

23 weeks ago from Brazen Bloggers

 
Sara Gallagher What do you think about CEOs and other high-level managers keeping a company-related blog? Great idea to engage with customers, or too much potential for error?

64 weeks ago from Personal Branding, Gen-Y Professional Bloggers, Brazen Bloggers and Entrepreneurs2 more

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: I think this is a great way to personify a brand or company, especially if it's a large corporation. Though, I think it'd be smart to run the ...MoreI think this is a great way to personify a brand or company, especially if it's a large corporation. Though, I think it'd be smart to run the blog by the PR team to make sure messaging is stil intact. Any other thoughts?
63 weeks ago
Marc Shiman: It depends on the industry - in my case its walking through a minefield. I am in consulting, and unless I write that all is strawberries and ...MoreIt depends on the industry - in my case its walking through a minefield. I am in consulting, and unless I write that all is strawberries and cream, I run the risk of catastrophe. My resulting blog has little to do with the professional work I do - unless it is "inspired" by something that happens on the job.


57 weeks ago
JRandom42: Killing a monster? Nothing beats a fully charged compression phaser rifle. :)
23 weeks ago
Edward Antrobus: You befriend an injured one and train it. No wait, that's a dragon. :)
23 weeks ago
 
Diana Luepke I've suddenly become interested in video blogging - both giving it a try and seeing what's out there. Does anyone have some favorite video blogs they can recommend that focus on ideas? Any topic really, as long as it's about presenting concepts, exploring new ideas or making a persuasive case for something. (Basically I'm not interested in vlogs that are people talking about their daily lives and personal info.)

23 weeks ago from Blogging, Blogging Ideas and Brazen Bloggers1 more

 
Nicole Bienfang New blog post: Expert Input: Evaluating the Network Marketing Industry Part 2 http://www.nicolebienfang.com/blog.html

24 weeks ago from Brazen Bloggers

 
Mehul Kar I want to send blog posts to twitter and facebook automatically after posting with an assigned prefix to each post title based on the blog category the post is in. Any Wordpress plugins for this?

25 weeks ago from Wordpress Bloggers, Brazen Bloggers, Gen-Y Professional Bloggers, Social Media and Social Media Marketers3 more

Mehul Kar: I currently use dlvr.it and they have the option to add a prefix, but not based on category.
25 weeks ago
Nicole Bienfang: Have you looked into Hootsuite or Only Wire? Here is Only Wire link:
MoreHave you looked into Hootsuite or Only Wire? Here is Only Wire link:
http://ity.im/0jTRm
24 weeks ago
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