Really you need a lot more than just a website.
Why?
Websites are like billboards without a highway.
You actually need a (Small Business) Framework.
What is a framework?
It’s the combination of Systems that help build a route to your website. Like a highway.
5-6 bare bones basic Systems every business needs – in the very beginning of business, can you name them?
Send me a note with what you think they are – or with what you have.
Let’s see how close you are.
Yeah it is already 2013 – but we have a long way before it is over. Thank Goodness!
When you look back on it, in 2014, what do you want to see?
In the video below I share something I find very exciting – genuinely!
Is this how you want to start?
Now the reason I share this is I Love how it feels.
Giving, Connection, Sharing and Playing with others.
Yes that is what 2013 will look like when I look back.
A Year of Paying-It-Forward, Creatively.
Thank You to Michael Drew co-author of Pendulum In Action for sharing it. It found me.
At the time of writing this – it was page 4 of the 365 pages I’m writing in the Book “My 2013″.
So far I really like this book – the theme “playing with interconnectedness.”
2012 was a Great sampling year for me. Maybe it was for you also.
I tried new things – all the way from foods to people.
I’ve picked various things and people that get to accompany me through out 2013. Those that add quality to my life.
I did the smile test. Yes, that simple – if it makes me smile – I’m keeping it – to some degree.
What are you bringing with you into 2013?
I invite you to come, play and share. Enjoy 2013!!!
English: Graph of social media activities (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
We all have a story about how social media has changed our lives.
A Facebook friend, Koos de Jongh, that I would not know if it were not for social media, posted this question:
What has social media brought you in 2012?
For some it’s day to day connection and a way to meet people we would not have otherwise.
When I asked Koos for his permission to include his name in this blog, he was grateful that I had asked. My heart opened wider when I continued to read his words.
“…..you are one of the persons I trust although we know each other only from FB.”
As you reflect on 2012
and decide what to take with you into 2013
consider these stories.
Streakers Love Story
How LinkedIn changed my life in one year
How a Tweet became $1 Million
In the Video below
Richard Branson shares his highlights of 2012
and comments their Social Media Campaigns
(Caution -language not appropriate for all viewers)
Various Versions of Auld Lang Syne found here
Happy New Year!
Testimonials and Raving Fans are like Magic for Business, a lot like the Knot Genie is for hair.
When done right testimonials can double or triple a business. 3rd party endorsement goes a long way. Buyers want to know what other people are saying, especially people they know and respect.
Here one of my testimonials.
“We Love this Brush, it is the Brush we reach for every morning.”
Hi I’m Jennifer Cockton. I live in Calgary, AB Canada and I have a Beautiful Daughter.
One day visiting, my Mom was talking about this brush and how she wanted to give one to my Daughter. Mom explained how her friend got one for her Daughter and they loved it. I’m thinking a brush is a brush. Not long after we were visiting again and – Nana (Grandma) had found the brush and gifted it to us.
Are you Frustrated with your child’s tangled hair?
I really did not know the gift it was – until using it.
Jennifer Cockton
Mom was right!
We Love this Brush, it is the Brush we reach for every morning. It takes less time in the morning and My Daughter can brush her own hair. It really makes her feel good.
This Brush is called the KNOT GENIE – and it has my endorsement.
$14.99 – $19.99 plus S&H worth every penny.
Thanks Mom!!
I wrote the testimonial after reading an article from Mindvalley. I understand the power of testimonials. When I was a Financial Planner – there were 3 testimonials that were very near and dear to my heart – I loved sharing them.
The article from Mindvalley shared tips on what makes a good Testimonial.
I wonder how I did with the tips?
I’ve been following Mindvalley for years. I will be following them more closely over the next year. Apparently this one tip changed a business over night.
There is more to my story about this brush - When I got the Brush and decided I liked it – I became an affiliate for the product. If I Love it – Other’s will too.
Now MindValley – I’d like to be an affiliate for…. Next!
Everyone Loves Raving fans – who are yours?
I recently read an article on promoting your blog.
I’ve been writing them at random for a while now and have irregularly shared.
Yes I could Write more and be more consistent.
So when I went through the infographic – I did a bit of a check.
Do I have the following social media accounts?
I encourage you to check out more of the infographic and see what will help you promote your blog.
Below is a new addition Evan Carmichael and it encouraged me to write the article
“Get on the Phone – Making Contact”
it maybe a couple of days before you can see it
- there is normally a 48 hour review period.
It was July 25th when I got the Facebook message that started a wonderful journey on a Fabulous Project – Empowering Teens.
The Project – The Birth of “1000 Tips for Teenagers“
“Hey Gorgeous – I’m not sure if you heard, but I’m writing my 3rd book …….and I would love it if you would like to be a part of it. I’m asking certain friends of mine if they would like to write 10 Tips for Teenagers to feel great about their lives. ….. and I would love if you have something that you could write. Something that interests you that you would like to share with teenagers. If this is a project that speaks to you, ……..”
Well the project definitely spoke to me – Loud and Clear with a Big, Roger 10-4. Of course I said Yes! Then I had for figure out how to deliver. Minor in relationship to Kelly’s story.
Kelly is a burn survivor since the age of 2 and constantly struggled with her self-esteem and inner beauty. She found a way to go from near-death to success; from the ugly scar-faced girl to an international speaker, bestselling author and medal recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal. You have to ask yourself how? How did a burn survivor who constantly struggled with rejection and staring and teasing burst through all the negativity in her life to succeed? How did she get through those turbulent teenage years? Here’s what she says:
“Last June, I had the great honour of being able to speak to 150 grade 7 students and I allowed them to text me their questions so I could speak about what they wanted to hear. In that hour, I got 100 text messages and the first question was, “Have you ever contemplated suicide?” In fact, I got 5 questions about suicide. Wow, I was shocked and at first didn’t know how to answer it, but I decided that I must tell them how I prayed at night when I was a teenager.
I used to pray by saying, “Dear God, please don’t make me wake up in the morning, but if I have to, could you at least make me scarless and pretty like all the other girls? Thank you, amen.” After that speech, I discovered my “why” in life. I don’t ever want to see my own child or a friend’s child commit suicide because I didn’t help them and that’s why this book is so important to me. This “why” is what gets me up every morning and gives me my fuel to finish our project and help the teens in this world.I want teens to know that even though suicide is at an all-time high, life is worth living and we haven’t given up on them.”
Kelly Falardeau teamed up with Martin Presse after they met while doing a radio interview. They immediately hit it off and decided to meet soon after the interview. They talked over dinner about growing up and how tough it can be for teenagers these days. They both felt that whatever challenges they faced, teenagers today have it far worse. They never had to deal with cyber bullying. For the most part any bullying ended on the playground. Kids today have to deal with it 24/7.
They initially decided to write a book called “Still Beautiful / Still Cool”. Kelly would write about maintaining self-esteem from the girl’s perspective and Martin would write it from the male perspective. The book is done and will be released in Jan 2013. They become so excited about that book that they decided to write a second book giving teenagers simple survival tips. Initially they wanted to come up with one hundred tips. The more they talked about the “tips” book the more other people wanted to become involved. Kelly came up with the idea of creating “1000 Tips for Teenagers” book after seeing the massive flood of tips from friends and family.
They decided to focus on the tips book and create a whole program geared towards helping teens survive the difficult years. Along with that they wanted to help parents as well. Kelly and Martin have teens so they both know how turbulent those years can be. Their goal is simple. They believe teens are tuning out on the anti-bullying message and want to help parents and teens maintain a high level of self-esteem. Kids with healthy and positive self-images have the tools to stand up for themselves and for those who can’t stand up themselves. No longer will teenagers feel alone and misunderstood.
The book “1000 Tips for Teenagers” will be available on amazon.com on Nov 20th, National Child’s Day.
Want a better relationship with your teen?
Here’s an idea
Buy a copy of the book for them and a copy for you
then share each others thoughts on the 1000 tips offered.
Places to visit “1000 Tips for Teenagers“ Website, Facebook, Twitter
I was lead here. Yes there is a story, but first have a listen.
I Love “You can not lead form behind…” – did you hear it, feel it?? Did you get the AHA?
Summarizing some of what I listened to:
Not sure about you – but this was exactly what I needed.
The great thing about all this is that I followed a monkey here. HAHAHAHA!
Seriously….
I was playing with Mailchimp and ConstantContact - while I drafted a couple of newsletters.
I was looking at both of them as I’m a Solution Provider for ConstantContact (one of a few partnerships) yet I wanted to see how Mailchimp integrates with Nimble.
I partnered with Nimble as it is the only solution on the market that integrates the “4 Cs” — contacts, calendar, communications and collaboration: Social Media, Email, and Address Book all in one place.
I can tag a list of my contacts in Nimble and have their information sent to Mailchimp- so that I can then create an email campaign that goes out only to that list.
So I’m in there playing with my lead generation systems and on the top right is that Monkey. “jenn, sometimes you just need to xpress yourself…” with a link to a funny monkey video on youtube. Yeah – I could not help but click on the link.
Well after watching, I stumbled upon the one shared above. I like how that works….
Creating this blog lead me to more goodies that are worth exploring.
Here is where I’m heading
