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How to Make Simple Animations for Social Media Sharing

August 26, 2014

Did this image capture your attention? In a time when visuals and imagery rule on the web, animations are a great way of capturing attention. Did you know that Twitter recently started supporting animated GIFs, and that Pinterest also does? In this tech tip post for online marketers, I'll share one simple tool for making simple animations for social […]

Pinterest Business Tips: The Latest Updates

August 21, 2014

Is your business on Pinterest or considering Pinterest? Do you want to know what is working and how you can get better results? Listen in on this Halftime Mike Podcast episode where Mike and Cynthia Sanchez of Oh So Pinteresting dig into the latest Pinterest business tips! In This Episode: The Latest Pinterest Business Tips In this episode […]

Optimize YouTube Videos for SEO: A Quick Guide

August 19, 2014

Why do some YouTube videos rank better in Google search results than others? Can my videos get more views and perform better in search rankings? How can I optimize YouTube videos for SEO (search engine optimization)? Can YouTube videos help drive more traffic to our business website? If you’ve ever pondered these questions, then this is the right […]

Business Blogging Success Tips with Ian Cleary

August 14, 2014

Is your business considering a blog or resource center? Do you have a blog that is not performing and wondering how to ramp it up for better results? Listen in on this Halftime Mike Podcast episode where Mike interviews Ian Cleary and uncovers keys to business blogging success! In This Episode: Business Blogging Success with Ian […]

Facebook Like Gate: Time to Move on!

August 13, 2014

Is Facebook banning Like Gate's and the ability to force visitors to "Like" a page in order to get access to the tab app content? Yes, it appears the Facebook Like Gate is in it's last days. Facebook announces the end of the Like Gate in recent Developer announcement on their blog. Here's what Facebook […]

Google Alerts Alternative: Talkwalker Alerts

August 12, 2014

Want to track web mentions of your business? Are you seeking a Google Alerts alternative? Time to Consider Talkwalker Alerts! As web and mobile Internet use has increased over the past three years, an important consideration for businesses is monitoring the mention of their company name and or product/service names. It can be very important […]

Facebook Save Feature: How to use for Content Curation

August 8, 2014

Are you using social media to market your business? If you so you are likely consuming a huge amount of content to keep up and stay ahead of the game. Let’s face it though, scrolling through your newsfeed can be a full time job. There are hundred’s of great articles that you could be reading, […]

Small Business on Google Plus: Why be active there?

August 7, 2014

Is your business considering Google+? Wanting to know how to expand your social media marketing and how Google+ might help you? Are you a local business looking for a boost in local search ranking? Listen in on this Halftime Mike Podcast episode where Mike and Donna Gilliland dig into the reasons a small business would […]

Social Media Efficiencies: 5 Tips to be More Productive

August 6, 2014

Does the idea of "Social Media Efficiencies" seem appealing and yet impossible? Are you overwhelmed at times by the sheer volume of information flowing at you online each day? Do you ever struggle with paralysis to act and decide simply because there are so many options, tools, and "How to's..." coming at you? If so, […]

9 Online Marketing Methods to Grow Sales

July 31, 2014

Every business is interested in growing sales and there are multiple online marketing methods to do so. To have the opportunity to increase your sales online means: "Getting in front of the right people in the right places. It also means directing them to the right place online with the right message for them." That […]

PicPlayPost: App to Create Dynamic Videos

July 29, 2014

If you have a smartphone, you've likely seen and used various photo collage apps that allow you to add multiple photos that are then combined into one image collage. There are many to choose from and they all work about the same. PicPlayPost is different. The PicPlayPost app allows users to create video segment stories, […]

Canva Button Comes to Web Tools

July 21, 2014

Recently, Canva announced the launch of the "Canva Button" that allows the Canva design manager to be accessed within your favorite tools. Our TabSite software for contests and growing leads is thrilled to be one of the early release partners! What is the Canva Button? In short, Canva access and power within web-tools like TabSite! […]

LinkedIn Prospecting: How to Grow Leads

July 17, 2014

Wanting to really see LinkedIn grow leads and become a ongoing power prospecting tool for you and your business? Listen in on this Halftime Mike Podcast episode where Melonie Dodaro brings some great insights from her new book! In This Episode In this episode I interview LinkedIn author and expert Melonie Dodaro. We get to […]

Desktop tool for Instagram Marketing Management: Schedugram

July 15, 2014

Does your business use social media marketing as part of your online marketing strategy? Have you felt limited by the "mobile app only" option for Instagram? If so, then I've got some GREAT news for you! Schedugram is a web-based tool ideal for businesses using Instagram. It's a fact that there are many options to […]

Collaboration: The Key to Small Business Growth

July 10, 2014

One often overlooked key for small business growth and sustained success is collaboration! In This Episode In this episode I dive into some of my story on business growth and how collaboration with others played a key role. Collaboration is related to but different than partnering. It's not about merging with others, though that […]

How Authors can use Facebook to Market Books

July 8, 2014

Over the last decade, Facebook has become the dominant online social network, with everyone from teens to grandparents participating. They share updates and photos, join groups and spend significant time on the network interacting. With users being so active and with every major buying demographic on, Facebook is an excellent marketplace for personalities to reach […]

Create Images in Tech Gadget Backgrounds for Visual Pop!

July 7, 2014

Placeit: Online Tool for Creating Images in Tech Backgrounds Have you ever wanted to showcase a product, or a video, or a photo of your team or product within a techy background? The best angle would have been a "over-the-shoulder" view but the concept of trying to use design software to "bend" your image […]

Email Marketing Works: How and Why Email Marketing Grows Leads and Sales

June 26, 2014

Is email marketing part of your digital marketing plan? It should be! Email marketing works. In This Episode I had the privilege to interview April Heavens-Woodcock, managing partner of Touching Clients, a New England area marketing consulting firm. With her experience as a Constant Contact Authorized Local Expert and Infusionsoft Partner, April knows email marketing! From subject […]

Smartphone App Tools: Use your Phone as a Mouse

June 24, 2014

Need a mouse for on the go? Ever forgot your mouse and wanted something beyond your touchpad or roller ball? When the optical pointing device, commonly called a mouse, came into mainstream use with the arrival of the Macintosh computer in 1984, it revolutionized the way people interact with computers. The mouse allowed a more […]

Instagram Marketing: 6 Ways to Improve your Account

June 24, 2014

I believe that all professionals should know how powerful Instagram for business can be. However, just having an account isn’t enough. I’m here to share 6 ways to improve your Instagram account and help you develop a powerful Instagram presence. It’s important to make your Instagram profile as easy to view and navigate as possible […]