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Off Topic: Get Tickets to WNBA for Family Fun

I don’t usually use this blog to discuss anything other than how to blog, advice on blogging, or tech news of some sort. Last week, though, I participated in a marketing outreach program by One2One Network and the WNBA by attending a Tulsa Shock basketball game with my family. It was so much more than [...]

Helpful Blogging Links: Tips for Better Vlogging (video blogging)

Vlogging is something I’ve tried a few times, but I’m just not comfortable in front of the camera. I’m working on it, but it’s a struggle. For all you extroverts and interested parties out there, though, I think you’ll find today’s links especially helpful if you want to try your hand at vlogging (video blogging). [...]

Find a Blogging Conference in Your Area

This week I received an excellent question from a reader asking how to find out about blogging conferences in her area. Attending a blogging conference or a local blog meetup or tweetup is a great way to meet others who share your interests (blogging and social media), network, and learn new skills. Here are several [...]

What’s the best way to respond to comments on my blog?

One of the best ways to engage with your blogging community is to respond to reader comments. But what’s the best way? Should you respond to every comment, every time? And how should you respond: within the comments or directly to the commenter? It can get confusing quickly. Luckily, there are options. Do I need [...]