Marketing Tips Around The Net: May 28th

Praise For Conducting Effecttive Twitter Contests

I just finished reading Tony's book, Conducting Effective Twitter Contests and I have to say that I'm thoroughly impressed. Not only do you receive a step-by-step outline of how to implement a contest, but you also get tons of very helpful tutorial videos. This book is worth 10x what you pay for it... it's like getting an entire course! -Shelley Hitz, author of A Step-by-Step Guide to Guest Blogging * Tony Eldridge's "Conducting Effective Tweeter Contests" displays the same relevance, integrity, and attention to detail found in his daily Marketing Tips for Authors Blog. Tony takes a fresh topic and provides a highly readable, illustrate, step-by-step roadmap to success. Tony takes you on a pre-launch to follow-up journey that even the most techno-phobic author or business owner can use to maximize their social media marketing. -Roger C. Parker, The "Best Selling $32 Million Dollar Author" and author of #Book Title Tweet * If you'd like to boost your Twitter followers, I highly recommend Conducting Effective Twitter Contests. The combination of video and text reinforces the message and is terrific for people who learn better by watching or who feel a bit intimidated by online marketing. Dana Lynn Smith, The Savvy Book Marketer and author of the Twitter Guide for Authors. * Conducting Effective Twitter Contests is amazing. Tony covers topics that go beyond basic contest running to topics such as protecting your Twitter relationships and everything in between. I haven't seen anything like this information. Tony has developed a step-by-step system to make it easy for you to follow. Phyllis Zimbler Miller, co-founder of Miller Mosaic Power Marketing and author of What You Should Know About Using Twitter Effectively and Strategically

Friday, May 28, 2010

Author: Tony Eldridge | Posted at: 10:17 AM | Filed Under: Tips Around The Net

It's Friday and that means it's time to kick back and enjoy some posts that I have found around the net. I have a great line-up for today, so let's get started!

1. Email is Dead- Penny C. Sansevieri discusses some important questions you need to ask yourself as you start an e-mail or newsletter campaign.

2. Videos Also Need Search Engine Optimization and Other Video Tips- Phyllis Zimbler Miller gives some great tips if you are going to video yourself for your website or blog.

3. Do the Principles of Good Design apply to your blog & website?- Roger C. Parker discusses the importance of great design for your website and blog, then invites you to chime in.

4. How To Prepare For Public Speaking- Joanna Penn shares her tips on getting ready for that big speech.

5. Op-Ed Submission Lists- Sandra Beckwith shares lists on where you can submit that Op-Ed piece you write. She even links to another post she did that will help you write the Op-Ed piece.

6. Fool-proof Ways To Correspond With Journalists- Dana Lynn Smith invites Jackie O'Neal to share her tips on communicating with journalists.

7. Facebook Woes Prove that Self-Hosted Is Best- Angela Wilson discusses the merits of having a self-hosted site; one you have total control over.

8. Do You Have to Be an Expert Before You Write a Book?- Todd Rutherford invites Kathleen Birmingham to discuss the question of whether you have to be an expert before you write a book.

9. What’s the Buzz? The FREE VAJ Buzz Club!- Carolyn Howard-Johnson invites Aggie Villaneuva to discuss a new resource to help authors work together to promote their books.

10. Book Marketing Mondays: The Power of Social Networking For Authors- BookBuzzr hosts Yvonne Perry who discusses what social networking can do for authors.

That's it for this week's trip around the net. I hope you enjoyed the post I found for you and I hope you enjoy the weekend with your family and friends. For those of us in the states, this is a national holiday weekend where barbecue and swimming kicks into high gear. In light of that, my sincerest thanks to all the men and women in uniform who risk life and limb to keep us safe. Happy Memorial Day.

6 comments:

Roger C. Parker on May 28, 2010 at 11:24 AM said...: Dear Tony:
Thanks, again, for selecting "the best of the best," this week.

I especially liked the "Do You Have to be an Expert" post, which I am going to pass along to many clients.

The VAJ Buzz Club article is also worthy of a second look.

Best wishes--Roger
Carolyn Howard-Johnson on May 28, 2010 at 12:03 PM said...: Roger, nice to see you here. Tony, thanks as always for a great list. Of course I tweeted it! Another group I like for the value-added perks they offer is iFOGOvillage.ning.com. And, yes. They are sticking with Ning.

Best,
Carolyn Howard-Johnson
Blogging grammar, craft and formatting tips at www.thefrugaleditor.blogspot.com
Carolyn Howard-Johnson on May 28, 2010 at 12:06 PM said...: Roger, great to see you here. Glad you liked the VAJ Buzz Club idea. And, Tony, great Friday list as always. Of course, I tweeted!

Your readers might also be interested in another group with value-added benefits, www.iFOGO.ning.com.

Best,
Carolyn Howard-Johnson
Blogging grammar, craft and formatting tips at www.thefrugaleditor.blogspot.com
L. Diane Wolfe on May 28, 2010 at 12:30 PM said...: Posted one of your tips today!
Aggie Villanueva on May 28, 2010 at 1:08 PM said...: Hi Tony. Thankx for including my VAJ Buzz Club. I can't wait to read each one on this list. I retweeted to0, plus added this post to my revolving & repeating posts. Have a great weekend.
Hilary Melton-Butcher on May 29, 2010 at 3:11 AM said...: Hi Tony .. thanks - I read Email is dead, Do you have to be an expert, Book Buzzr .. but I should obviously read the VAJ Buzz Club - however as I'm only thinking forward re ideas for how I promote my 'product' .. it's just interesting to know for now .. great to read Marketing Tips - thanks very much -have a very good long weekend .. Hilary