stressed out womanI often spend time reflecting on my vision. The vision I have for my business. I guess you can consider me a dreamer because I tend to visualize a lot about what my business will be and how I picture it evolving into something amazing….even unbelievable.

I remember being as young as 9 and 10 years old thinking about having my own business because even at that age, I knew I wanted to be a mom who worked from home. Fast forward 20 something years and I am living my childhood dream!

 

SistaSense Power Circle TeleSummit for Web Women Entrepreneurs

For one full day of motivation, information, and powerful connections these 10 savvy women are going to rock your world and expand it too! The speakers are going to show you how to become a leader, build your brand, fix your finances, enhance your blog, take your marketing to the next level and ultimately live your best life.

The SistaSense Power Circle TeleSummit for Web Women Entrepreneurs – March 1, 2012 hosted by SistaSense Founder LaShanda Henry including speakers Pam Perry, Jai Stone, Richelle Shaw, Deborah Owens, Katrina Harrell, Beverly Mahone, Ananda Leeke, Tara Jefferson Pringle, and Artiatesia Deal – The mission of this TeleSummit is to help women entrepreneurs take their online businesses to the next level with solid pr, branding, blogs, marketing, and more.

 

woman in headsetIn part 6 of my Content Marketing Series, you will discover the benefits of using audio to create community  and increase traffic to your blog. Audio is a way for you to provide a unique and welcoming  experience for your visitors.

Adding audio to your website can be a fun way to draw in more traffic and create variety for your readers. You have a lot of choices when it comes to what type of audio to add. The following are a few ways you can start incorporating audio into your website or blog.

 

Ask Me - Get AnswersInstead of writing the usual how-to post today, I decided to do something a little different and hope you will play along. If you’ve been a part of my circle for a while, you know I love to blog and I blog for business.

You also know that I like to help other woman entrepreneurs learn how to use blogging as a way for them to build a brand online and create income.

With all the feedback and emails I’ve received over the past year or so, I decided to developed the Business Blogger Bootcamp for entrepreneurs who wanted to learn from me, step-by-step, how to setup, create and market a business with a blog.

 

Blogging for Business - Tamyka WashingtonThere is no mystery behind the reason why so many small businesses have chosen to build a blog for their business. It is proven that having a business blog is a highly effective way to build your presence online, establish your brand and if developed properly, allow you to earn a generous stream of income.

However, it is much easier said than done, wouldn’t you agree?

We all know that it is possible to build an online business and make money with a blog because there are many entrepreneurs doing so each and every day. Even so, you may be one of the thousands upon thousands who are ready to get started but don’t know how to begin or make it happen for your blog.

 

video marketing: laptop with camera tripodAs we continue on with the Content Marketing Series, this week I want to encourage you to find your voice. When it comes to blogging and creating content to share with your audience, don’t feel you have to be stuck using only one method.

Be yourself and allow your personality to shine through in a way that is comfortable to you! In part 5 of this series, you will discover different ways to use video and its value to build your brand and credibility.

By LeaAnn Morris

 

fresh blog contentEvery entrepreneur knows how time consuming managing the daily operations of an online business can be, combine that with consistent blogging to keep fresh content and you may find yourself pushing that task to the back burner.

Even though you know how important it is to blog for your business on a regular basis, it can be a challenge to find the time.

The most asked questions around this topic are , “how often should I blog?”,  ”what should I blog about?”, and “how do I find the time?”…sound familiar?

 

Have you ever run out of ideas for creating content for your blog? In part 4 of my Content Marketing Series, I want to share with you a powerful way to use expert interviews to create high quality, high value blog content.

microphoneAs a business blogger, more than likely your blogs audience falls into a particular niche. Regardless of what area of interest you choose to focus on, you can always find someone willing to share their expertise on your subject matter.

An example of this is how my Co-Founder of WAHMs WIN, Donna Marie Johnson, has incorporated expert interviews into content for our blog.

 

grow social media influenceThere are many creative ways to grow your social media influence that commands the attention of your audience, starting with you knowing your niche market.

When you are crystal clear on who your target audience is, it becomes much easier to create the kind of compelling content that is attractive to them.

3 Easy Ways to Grow Your Social Influence

Solve a real problem. When you A) know your market and B) have identified their biggest challenges, you can share the steps or process they can use to overcome the problem. As you design your content and take into account the emotional aspect your ideal clients are facing, you will be better able to acknowledge and address the issue while providing resolution.

 

In week 3 of the Content Marketing Strategy Series, you will discover the value and importance of hosting Live Events.

By Daphne J. Bousquet

Content Marketing - Live EventsCoaches, consultants, entrepreneurs and self employed professionals are always looking for the next client and new marketing strategies. One powerful marketing strategy that is often overlooked is the live event. Live events come in many forms, such as workshops, boot camps, mastermind retreats or summits. Here are 7 reasons why hosting your own live event is essential if you want to propel your business to the next level.

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