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Web Design Trends

I’m not a big subscriber to following trends when building websites but it doesn’t hurt to be aware of what is current.  Below are some links that point you to what’s new and what is on the horizon.  Browsing through these can help you put your finger on what you like and what you don’t

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April 30, 2013 at 7:33 pm
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Curated Links of the Week – 03/15/13

A few links for your consideration: How to Use Twitter’s New Vine Video App for Marketing – I don’t intend to use this one but thought I would share the link for anyone who might find it useful.  I’m late for the party on this one – it’s been all over the fashion blogs already!

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March 15, 2013Leave a comment
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Video Night with the Social Media Club of Southwest Florida

Last month I had the opportunity to spend an evening with the Social Media Club of Southwest Florida.  My friend Hope from Guerilla Media was speaking about “Using video to strengthen your brand” so I was there to support her & as well as to meet some new people who are interested in online marketing

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March 13, 2013 at 10:14 pm4 Comments
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Transitioning to Social Media

I was reading a Cracked article this morning about Unintentional Hilarious 80’s Music Videos. Feel free to read the article, it’s pretty funny – I’ll wait here. OK, so, Number 3 on the list was Billy Squier, Rock Me Tonite from 1984.  As you know, the 80’s was when MTV came along & musicians scrambled

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March 2, 2013Leave a comment
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Style Inspiration: For Your Desk – Pencil Holders

1.Crafty: Etsy seller BeachBlues | 2. Rustic: Etsy seller TraditionalByNature | 3. Silly: Amazon | 4. Modern: Etsy seller andrewreclaimed | 5. Classic: Amazon | 6. Tough: GadgetSin Make your desk a happy home away from home by personalizing it for yourself.  Here are a few picks for your inspiration.  Which one is for you?  I

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February 19, 2013 at 4:31 pmLeave a comment
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Curated Links of the Week – 2/15/13

Some networking tips from Yes and Yes Even though it’s written for freelancers, I believe 10 Fundamentals of Good Freelancer Blog Posts has something for all of us who blog. Some great inspiration for fun About Us pages. Amazing Dunny designs.  I went to high school with #14 (Tristan Eaton) & I’m envious every time

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February 16, 2013Leave a comment
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Curated Links of the Week – 02/08/13

Check out this offer – post your blog link & get a tip on how to make it better!  I submitted my personal blog & am excited for SillyGrrl’s feedback. Here’s a time waster for your Friday – Jack Donaghy insult generator.  I don’t even watch 30 Rock & could spend all day on this!

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February 8, 2013Leave a comment
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Google+ on the Rise

Apparently Google+ is a big deal.  Humph.  Yeah, I didn’t really want a new social networking site to set up/learn/engage on either so I’ve been ignoring it too.  However, according to Copyblogger it is the second largest social network in terms of active users.  Yes, it has surpassed Twitter! Something in this article that made

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February 7, 2013Leave a comment
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Curated Links of the Week – 02/01/13

Some highlights from my week of online reading: The simplest breakdown of social media I’ve seen. Learn from other big brands social media mistakes. Charging what you’re worth.  But also on the flipside – paying what the service is worth when you need something.  An interesting article on something we don’t always think about. Reasons

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February 1, 2013Leave a comment
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Fort Myers Derby Girls

Recently launched: Fort Myers Derby Girls Design brief: This site was built for Fort Myers’ amazing roller derby team. My goal was to make it eye-catching & high-energy – just like the team.  I played around with the large photo as the site background & the design pretty much took shape from there.  I love

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