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Friday, February 17, 2017
Tuesday, February 14, 2017
My Thoughts on Online Marketing
Interviewing, writing, and posting material is something that I have been doing for quite some time on a variety of publishing formats. From the early days of Twitter to newer sites around the web, content is king and everyone wants it, but everyone doesn't have the time to devote to it.
I have read numerous articles about all things related to writing, publishing, video marketing--you name it. One thing I consistently see is the lack of transparency with many of these so-called experts who claim to know how to increase traffic to our blogs and websites. The information is obvious most often and redundant. What I have learned is that you have to meet with a guru face-to-face (sometimes pay for his over-priced system), buy many books, and/or befriend a person who knows the tricks of the Internet world when it comes to marketing, building a social media presence and more. Most successful, online businesses pay for specific tools and human labor to increase page traffic, build subscribers and more. These "tools" can be quite expensive and confusing. Use the wrongs ones and you will lose everything that you worked hard to build.
If you are like me, always seeking ways to improve your online products, services and other things you offer people, just take note of what is already being done. You don't change what isn't broken. I think many of these prosperous businesses remain that way, because they aren't changing just because everyone else is and if they don't see where something is broken, they leave it alone. But for those systems that no longer work after they have tweaked existing strategies, analyzed results (or lack thereof ) they then rid themselves of them.
Another observation I have about online marketing and businesses is that they usually find sources of traffic in ways that most others don't. They may link up with offline organizations to drive traffic to their sites. They do things like become members of known groups in their industries paying top dollar to join, they will have online or offline meet ups, create a theme event addressing a specific community need, or partner with others while promoting their brands. These are just some of the things that they do and that I have been a part of to help drive traffic.
So when you think outside of the box when marketing your own business that is a good thing because wherever the people are, sooner or later they are going to get on the Internet, look you up and see what it is that you do. Once they do that, they will make a decision whether to partner with you or not. Therefore, be sure that you represent yourself well and if you need assistance, by all means reach out.
Nicholl McGuire
I have read numerous articles about all things related to writing, publishing, video marketing--you name it. One thing I consistently see is the lack of transparency with many of these so-called experts who claim to know how to increase traffic to our blogs and websites. The information is obvious most often and redundant. What I have learned is that you have to meet with a guru face-to-face (sometimes pay for his over-priced system), buy many books, and/or befriend a person who knows the tricks of the Internet world when it comes to marketing, building a social media presence and more. Most successful, online businesses pay for specific tools and human labor to increase page traffic, build subscribers and more. These "tools" can be quite expensive and confusing. Use the wrongs ones and you will lose everything that you worked hard to build.If you are like me, always seeking ways to improve your online products, services and other things you offer people, just take note of what is already being done. You don't change what isn't broken. I think many of these prosperous businesses remain that way, because they aren't changing just because everyone else is and if they don't see where something is broken, they leave it alone. But for those systems that no longer work after they have tweaked existing strategies, analyzed results (or lack thereof ) they then rid themselves of them.
Another observation I have about online marketing and businesses is that they usually find sources of traffic in ways that most others don't. They may link up with offline organizations to drive traffic to their sites. They do things like become members of known groups in their industries paying top dollar to join, they will have online or offline meet ups, create a theme event addressing a specific community need, or partner with others while promoting their brands. These are just some of the things that they do and that I have been a part of to help drive traffic.
So when you think outside of the box when marketing your own business that is a good thing because wherever the people are, sooner or later they are going to get on the Internet, look you up and see what it is that you do. Once they do that, they will make a decision whether to partner with you or not. Therefore, be sure that you represent yourself well and if you need assistance, by all means reach out.
Nicholl McGuire
Monday, February 13, 2017
What You Didn't Know About Nicholl McGuire
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Monday, February 6, 2017
Wix Websites - Easy, Free
Lately Wix has been back in the media showing us just how easy it is to make a website. Awhile back, I decided to go for it. It really is so simple that an elementary school-aged kid can create one. If you would like a website, take a go at it and if it gets to be a bit too challenging, let's talk about it. My rates are reasonable. Here is what I put together, see Nicholl McGuire Media
Sunday, February 5, 2017
Tuesday, January 24, 2017
Useful Writing Tools, Gifts
The following list are some useful and fun things for writers. If you know one, these will make for great "thinking of you" gifts.
1) Writer's Market 2017
2) Please Do Not Annoy the Writer Mug
3) Writer's Digest
4) The Writer's Toolbox: Creative Games and Exercises
5) Abilitations 017123 Handi-Writer Set
1) Writer's Market 2017
2) Please Do Not Annoy the Writer Mug
3) Writer's Digest
4) The Writer's Toolbox: Creative Games and Exercises
5) Abilitations 017123 Handi-Writer Set
Monday, January 23, 2017
Need a Freelance Writing Job?
There are sites around the web you can find freelance writing jobs. Here are some trusted sites below worth checking out:
1) Upwork (note: helpful resource on how to make money using Upwork).
2) Linked In
3) Freelancer
4) Textbroker
5) Guru
6) Fiverr
7) Tenrr
Pay close attention to what is expected at each site and take a moment to look up the good, bad and ugly before forking over any cash. There are membership fees with some freelance writing sites, higher payments given based on performance and length of stay, and more. I personally like making arrangements offline to write for clients, but for those who are looking to start a freelance writing business this list is one way to get started.
Best wishes!
Nicholl
1) Upwork (note: helpful resource on how to make money using Upwork).
2) Linked In
3) Freelancer
4) Textbroker
5) Guru
6) Fiverr
7) Tenrr
Pay close attention to what is expected at each site and take a moment to look up the good, bad and ugly before forking over any cash. There are membership fees with some freelance writing sites, higher payments given based on performance and length of stay, and more. I personally like making arrangements offline to write for clients, but for those who are looking to start a freelance writing business this list is one way to get started.
Best wishes!
Nicholl
Sunday, January 22, 2017
Websites that I Have Submitted My Work
Over the years, many websites have needed content about a variety of subjects to increase page views, generate subscribers, sell products, etc. This is just a small sample of online businesses I have submitted articles or accepted requests to write specific material for pay, advertising revenue or exposure. Each site has specific criteria and will indicate whether they pay or not.
Miss Matchmaker
Paired Life
HubPages
Artipot
College Central
ArticleBase
Street Directory
Ehow
Street Articles
Everyday Power Blog
Miss Matchmaker
Paired Life
HubPages
Artipot
College Central
ArticleBase
Street Directory
Ehow
Street Articles
Everyday Power Blog
Friday, January 13, 2017
Overdrive Making Digital Books Available to Schools and Libraries
Content distribution site, Overdrive, located in one of my former hometowns, Cleveland OH, has displayed my books on their site as well as many others. The company has been in business since 1986 supplying digital content within recent years to libraries and schools. I am very grateful to businesses like these because they have a large reach. Thank you for sharing! Once again another wonderful website with an impressive layout. See Nicholl McGuire books.
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