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Entry Re-styling

*This post may contain affiliate links. In fact, it totally does.* I’m trying something a little different with the blog. I used to do a personal blog & I kinda miss it. So, I’m bringing it back… Prepare yourselves! I live with my boyfriend & his cat & my dog. His kids are here when they’re not

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May 25, 2016 at 11:24 amLeave a comment
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Recent Reads – April
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Recent Reads – April

Non-fiction Social Media: Social Media Marketing Strategies – A seriously basic overview of social media.  I didn’t pick up any new tips from this one. Avoid unless you don’t know what social media is, then it might be a good, simple explanation for you. Poor Girl’s Guide to Fame and Fortune: Learn How to Go From

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May 3, 2016 at 12:30 pmLeave a comment
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Recent Reads – March
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Recent Reads – March

Non-fiction Declutter And Simplify – 33 Proven Ways To Declutter And Simplify Your Life – pretty basic de-cluttering tips. I’m a sucker for anything de-cluttering or organizing though so… I just can’t stop myself. In fact, I just added about 10 more of this type to my Kindle Unlimited reading list.  It’s private to hide my

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March 31, 2016 at 7:22 pmLeave a comment
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One Bite at a Time – Bite #3 – Pimp Your Profile
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One Bite at a Time – Bite #3 – Pimp Your Profile

Pimp Out Your Social Profile So, last episode your homework was to choose a social platform to focus on. You did realize we were going to do something with that, right? Yep! It’s time to set it up & make it match your branding Facebook – Set up a Facebook business Page. Google+ – Simple 4

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March 24, 2016 at 6:02 pmLeave a comment
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Recent Reads – February
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Recent Reads – February

Non-Fiction Dad is Fat – Jim Gaffigan plus jokes about kids = good stuff. Fat Girl Truths – Eh, it was OK. I liked that it was from the perspective of someone who’s been there.  Other than that it was pretty similar to most weight loss advice. First World Problems – Pretty damn funny.  I catch myself having “first world

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March 3, 2016 at 1:39 pmLeave a comment
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One Bite at a Time – Bite #2 – Pinpoint Your Social Media Focus
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One Bite at a Time – Bite #2 – Pinpoint Your Social Media Focus

Which Social Platforms Will Work Best For Your Business? Let’s decide on just one for now. What are our options? The most popular social sites: Facebook – The most popular one, everyone seems to be on it, lots of competition, can use mix of content – video, image, text, expect to post 1-2 times per

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February 29, 2016 at 7:06 pmLeave a comment
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One Bite at a Time – Bite #1 – Set Up a Blog
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One Bite at a Time – Bite #1 – Set Up a Blog

Set up a blog on your website. If you have one already go for extra credit & write a post! Why do I need a blog? Writing establishes you as an expert in your field. Your expertise can help your clients. It humanizes you & your business – tell your story, let your clients know

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February 7, 2016 at 8:32 pmLeave a comment
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So You Have a Website… Now What?
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So You Have a Website… Now What?

A lot of clients ask me: “How do I get my site ‘Out There’?” Or, worse,  sometimes they don’t ask that at all – they just expect their website to just start bringing in the leads, without any more work on their part.  Unfortunately it doesn’t quite work that way. Your online presence is not a

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February 2, 2016 at 5:53 pmLeave a comment
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Recent Reads – January
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Recent Reads – January

My boyfriend surprised me with a subscription to Amazon Unlimited for Christmas.  Super thoughtful!  It doesn’t give you ALL of the books but there are quite a few I’ve been wanted to read plus lots of new suggestions.  Between that & Overdrive (the library’s digital download site) & a couple paperbacks borrowed from a friend

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January 18, 2016 at 12:38 pmLeave a comment
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Efficiency Measures – Part 1
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Efficiency Measures – Part 1

Long story short, last year was a blur for me & I could barely breathe for the majority of it. Some of that was personal stuff but most was dealing with my business suddenly having so many more clients. It was a whirlwind. Anyway, I happened to grab Less Doing, More Living by Ari Meisel when I was able to squeeze

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