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Re: Indirect Effects of Blogging – Can I Get an Amen?

Tim Bossie — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 17:20:09 -0000

Tinu,

AMEN! I love it when I get to a website and see nothing but 125x125 ads, adsense blocks, and text links!

Seriously... I've been teaching people for years that if you are not passionate about what you're writing, or selling, then you shouldn't be doing it. People can see it. And in the long run will not return to your site when wanting new information.

Re: Why You Don’t Want To Be A Washing Machine

Tim Bossie — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 13:38:07 -0000

Great post Jeff. It's a message that needs to be heard in a day and age of people believing they have to do everything themselves.

I, for one, need to be reminded of this as I am constantly trying to do everything. I get so involved in things (trying to do every minute detail myself) that I eventually end up getting frustrated, burnt out, and passionless.

Your tips are very practical and to the point. Thanks for the reminder!

Re: Challenges, Frustrations, Setbacks and Breakthroughs.

Tim Bossie — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 11:03:41 -0000

Thank you Karen for the kind comment. I also had to realize that, "He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together."

Re: Challenges, Frustrations, Setbacks and Breakthroughs.

Tim Bossie — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 14:44:41 -0000

Thanks Jeff! I needed that. That's what I meant by saying the people I've met online have been a tremendous help in getting past my problems.

Great tip too about our self-speak. We can talk ourselves into and out of anything. As well as creating who we are by our own thoughts.

I got your shout too. I'll be responding soon.

Re: Challenges, Frustrations, Setbacks and Breakthroughs.

Tim Bossie — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 14:46:26 -0000

Hey Alex thanks for noticing my lack of posting. I hope you found some help today with your challenges. Although it seems like you're on the right track. Business partners have a way of prodding us at times to make us more productive and to sometimes "get over ourselves."

I wish you great success with your plans in the future!

Re: How Much Is Your Time Worth?

Tim Bossie — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 17:12:20 -0000

Jeff,

Love the practical, go-do-this aspect of your post. You break it down so that the person reading your post will know what they have to do after they read it. I'm sure that when people read this post they are already formulating a plan (either in their head or on paper) about what to do next.

I also believe that people don't "act" like they want to better their business. Your example of acting like you're making $500.00 a month is spot on. That goes for any amount. Once you hit a plateau there is always another one waiting. To reach it you have to "act" like you're already there. Without being foolish about, of course.

Great post and thank you for mentioning my website. :)

Re: Six Lessons To Learn From Roger Federer

Tim Bossie — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 08:21:52 -0000

Jeff,

Love this post! You have captured some great points from that instant classic tennis match. Even though I only saw parts of it, your post summed it up beautifully. And the comparison to marketing, and even life, is great.

One of the things I've been doing lately is taking risks. Actually taking more of them. I have experienced that taking risks, and learning from our mistakes, is instrumental in building our businesses stronger and for long term success.

And I can see how you are actually putting your posts to work in your own blogging and marketing. Great work. Keep it up!

Re: Five and a Half Ways to Lose Followers and Irritate Your Tweeps (Contains Naughty Language)

Tim Bossie — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 10:59:45 -0000

Tinu... just have to say that it's about time someone talked about Twitter with a sense of reality. I love your 5 and a half tips, esp. #5. I hate it when people put on their business face and are always trying to promote, market, or push something even when you're trying to have fun.

So Hulk Smash away!

Re: Are You Getting A Lot Out Of Twitter?

Tim Bossie — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 08:25:17 -0000

Hey Jeff!

Twitter is a great resource and relationship building network. I so agree with you that it's especially helpful for those who already have a large following and takes a "small fry" longer to build up their Twitter mojo. However...

In using Twitter I have seen some very good benefits. To answer your questions I would say that;

1. I try to post daily, and when I'm following my plan up to 10 times a day, but have been very busy lately that I haven't had the chance to.

2. Traffic has increased to my blog, and participation has gone up, but don't think it's a huge jump. I do believe that if I was a bigger "name" that would probably be a much different answer.

3. No Twitter has not replaced any other traffic source.

4. I have made some contacts, but it seems that the Twitter elite like to stay amongst themselves and don't have time for a Superman loving regular guy. The contacts I have made though are down to earth, personable, and straight forward. My working relationship, which is turning into a great personal relationship, with my Twitter contacts is better than some clients I've had for years.

5. I don't know if I'd go as far as rating it with numbers but to say that Twitter is invaluable for building a web presence, building relationships, meeting new people, and for personal accountability.

Hope your new site is coming along great!

Re: Three New Ideas To Keep People Coming Back To Your Website

Tim Bossie — Sat, 13 Dec 2008 09:32:06 -0000

Liz,

That's a good idea too! I think you have the main idea I was focusing on. That is to think beyond what is already there and add your own creativity and personality to it.

Re: Three New Ideas To Keep People Coming Back To Your Website

Tim Bossie — Sat, 13 Dec 2008 09:34:05 -0000

Hey Tim... thanks for stopping by. I believe that the use of video will explode more in the coming year even more than it did the previous one. There is just so much you can do with it (video updates, live shows, and presentations) that it just can't be ignored. And I think that people are looking for something different. Good luck with your videos and I look forward to maybe seeing them!

Re: Your Daily Kick… Sit and think

Tim Bossie — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 21:39:25 -0000

Hey Jeff!

You're absolutely right. If people would just sit down and breathe a lot more would be accomplished.

Re: Are You Commenting for Traffic or Relationships?

Tim Bossie — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 18:04:17 -0000

Hi Kimberlee!

You are absolutely right that comments should be about building relationships. I think that people new to blogging, or marketing for that matter, are led to believe certain things, but aren't really told the "inside" stuff. Comments are ok for traffic, but that should really be the by-product.

For the most part, I comment on blog posts because the writer said something significant (like in this case), something thoughtful or something that I wanted to congratulate them for. More often than not, that leads to me revisiting the site and continuing to converse with the owner and other readers.

The traffic is something to think about, but is not the "main" reason for commenting.

Re: Your Daily Kick… Write three blog posts.

Tim Bossie — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 09:40:07 -0000

You are very welcome!

Re: Gary Vaynerchuk - How your brand can be effected in 2009 and its...

Tim Bossie — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 20:47:42 -0000

Tremendous example of how social media is affecting the world of marketing and how brands and branding need to be the number one aspect to getting your word out. Great video. Thanks for sharing and tweeting.

Re: Ten Ways to Advertise Your Website For Free!

Tim Bossie — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 21:55:00 -0000

Glad you liked the post Gina! I wish you good luck in your advertising.

Re: How To Write An Affiliate Marketing Article In Four Easy Steps

Tim Bossie — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 22:12:09 -0000

The biggest part of writing success is to just do it! I'm very glad to hear that your own writing skills are improving! That's awesome!

Re: 60 Quick Do’s and Don’ts for Online Advertising

Tim Bossie — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 13:49:16 -0000

Brian,

Thanks for stopping by. I'd like to say that these lessons came easy, but... they were pretty painful at times. The old adage is true that whatever doesn't kill you only makes you stronger! I had to learn things the hard way, but I'm glad to have gone that route. Now I am more committed to helping others.

And social networking does take a little getting use to, but like everything else... it's so worth the time and effort.

Re: The Shape of My Game

Tim Bossie — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 22:46:42 -0000

Thank you for this incredible glimpse into your life. I've been contemplating a good many things lately and this was just the boost, or kick in the butt, that I needed. Tremendous. Thanks!

Re: Your Daily Kick – Jan. 13, 2010 – Drop A Comment

Tim Bossie — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 09:19:29 -0000

Hey David! So glad you could drop by today. I am glad that you got a little bit of information out of today's Kick. Now, go give it a try.

Re: Why Do You Use a BlackBerry? CNN Talks to BlackBerryCool

Tim Bossie — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 20:29:46 -0000

This seems to be the general consensus anyway. Engadget has articles putting down RIM, Mashable has article putting down the new Torch, and plenty of other big name tech sites that are so in love with their Droid or iPhone. I own a Storm 2. And, I am very happy with it. In fact, I love it! I use my Blackberry for social media, playing music, reading RSS feeds (BerryReader rocks!), update my blogs, keep in touch with clients through email and IM, navigate the web through Bolt, watch movies and tether it to my Ideapad. So, I guess my Storm 2 does alright for itself.

Re: Weekend Giveaway: A Blackberry Playbook

Tim Bossie — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 11:09:06 -0000

As far as "magical" goes, the Playbook just might be the item that revolutionizes the tablet world.

Re: Cutting Through the Hype of Philadelphia Event Planning

Tim Bossie — Tue, 20 May 2014 11:28:35 -0000

One of the best places for top quality catering is during an office Christmas party. The last one our company hosted was a major hit because of the quality of the catering and the food. Sure, the games and the entertainment are a draw, but the catering keeps them there.

Re: Using StrengthsFinder for Team Building That’s Actually Fun

Tim Bossie — Fri, 23 May 2014 08:57:43 -0000

Your third point, "Conflict or Health is Illuminated" is an important part of any creative team building exercise. Many people do not realize that there are underlying animosity or bad feelings until they are forced to face them through teamwork and having to work together to reach goals. Of course, this type of teamwork also builds stronger teams and highlights those that are healthy. Great point.

Re: Event Planning Issues & Challenges: Re-thinking Early Booking Incentives

Tim Bossie — Tue, 27 May 2014 11:29:00 -0000

Early booking has always been an important process in the development and creation of any type of corporate event. Not only can you determine whether to do ahead with the program, but can plan out other things like entertainment, conference energisers and catering. The actual event is just as important the as the revenue in the results of early booking.