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Tips to Make Interacting with Twitter Fans Simple

December 7, 2012 by Tanya Smith 2 Comments

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Last week I shared a video post on how to spend less time on social media. In keeping with that theme of saving time while you meet your social obligations online, let me share a few tips on how you can build personal two-way relationships with your fans. The key is to create a set of habits you repeat over and over, without having to constantly stop and think about it. Don't make it a chore; make interacting with your fans simple: Check … [Read more...]

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Video: 5 Ways to Spend Less Time On Social Media

November 30, 2012 by Tanya Smith Leave a Comment

Have you ever found yourself losing hours of time in social media with nothing to show for it? Watch my short video in the new "6 Minute Tutorial" series and learn 5 tips to spending less time on social media. Got more tips? Have experience with this topic? Share your comments. … [Read more...]

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Using Lists To Manage Your Time

November 16, 2012 by Tanya Smith Leave a Comment

“I love the ritual of drawing up lists, and there's something wonderfully satisfying about ticking tasks off.” - Shaida Kazie Ali I'm a huge fan of lists. I think Shaida wrote that quote for me. One of the biggest benefits of using lists to help manage all areas of your life is that you can free your mind to deal with the important things of the moment instead of trying to remember too many things at once. By committing your tasks … [Read more...]

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10 Apps for Scheduling Online Meetings Since Tungle.Me Is Leaving Us

September 19, 2012 by Tanya Smith 3 Comments

Well, another online app bites the dust...heading for greener pastures in other technology work they are doing. Read the letter here. I couldn't let this one go without sharing a few alternatives with you. It seems I get to do that quite a bit lately. It's the "circle of life" I suppose in web app world. Tools for scheduling online meetings make your life so much easier. Ever had that conversation over email, "hey, we need to get … [Read more...]

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How to Figure Out The True Value of Time

April 20, 2012 by Tanya Smith 2 Comments

This value of time tip is particularly for my readers who do projects like graphic design, website development, writing projects, etc. But the concept can apply much broadly. Keep in mind when it comes to activities like coaching or consulting, the value should be more outcome-based vs. hourly based. Whether you're working for yourself or doing freelancing projects for someone else, it's hard to tell exactly how well you're doing … [Read more...]

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Eliminate Distractions From Your Email Inbox

March 13, 2012 by Tanya Smith Leave a Comment

One thing I hear solopreneurs talk about is how distracted we get from doing our day to day tasks - you know, the ones truly critical to reaching our goals. If that's the case for you, look at what you are tolerating. A great place to start? Your email inbox. What things are you allowing to distract you? Do you get tons of emails from vendors that entice you to buy the next best program or course? What about emails that you never … [Read more...]

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