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FEBRUARY 6, 2024

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Tips From T. Marie

JULY 16, 2014

So you’ve read all about how great blogging is for business. The problem is, your website is old school html, so adding new content, never mind a blog, is a pain in the butt. Somewhere you hear about how easy it is to start a blog on Blogger or WordPress.com and link to it from your current website. Plain and simple?

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Tips From T. Marie

JUNE 8, 2022

In today’s blog post, I’m going to share some of them with you. When creating content for your website, blog or social media, don’t just focus on what you do or know. A blog is a great way to build authority for your business. Remember to design websites, newsletters, etc. for smartphones too.

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JULY 27, 2023

Share engaging content, success stories, and helpful tips to attract potential customers and showcase your expertise. Share before-and-after photos, customer testimonials, and useful gardening tips. Be watching for launch day and maybe even a launch day discount for blog readers! Exciting news!

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Tips From T. Marie

JULY 31, 2014

started blogging in 2004. Visuals are becoming more and more important when it comes to blogging. More specifically I’m talking about taking still pertinent information from old blog posts and repackaging it in the form of a slidedeck like I did below: This is an embedded Microsoft Office presentation, powered by Office Online.

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Tips From T. Marie

AUGUST 18, 2023

In this guide, I’ll give you important tips that can help your small or home business do well in the digital age. Surf the Web Regularly: Just like checking the weather, make it a habit to explore websites, blogs, and news sources that talk about digital trends. Show your products, share tips, or tell your business story.

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Tips From T. Marie

APRIL 27, 2023

In response to those requests, let’s explore some tips on how home business owners can find clients and grow their business. Consider starting a blog or creating videos that provide tips and insights related to your services. Use Social Media Social media is a great tool for home business owners looking to find clients.

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Tips From T. Marie

MAY 19, 2023

Each idea listed a few tips for starting that type of business. Did you notice that almost all of them had one specific tip at the top of the list? In this post, I’m going to give you some information and tips for finding a niche for your home business. In my last post, we talked about 5 profitable home business ideas.

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Tips From T. Marie

AUGUST 17, 2021

Most of the information shared here on the Tips from T.Marie blog is micro-business friendly. You’ll walk away with actionable tips that you can implement immediately. Where a small business might rely heavily on things like project management applications and CRM’s, both can be overkill for a micro business.

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JANUARY 28, 2022

If you’re a regular reader of my articles on this blog, you know that I’m not the most consistent blogger out here. But if you wish I posted a little more often, there is now a way to get even more home business tips on a regular basis. Right now new tips are sent once a week. Super simple.

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Tips From T. Marie

OCTOBER 18, 2018

When I first started out my blog reading list was populated by the likes of Gary V , Mike Michalawicz, Chris Brogan and Seth Godin. While the Seth Godin’s of the blogging world absolutely dish out great content, it doesn’t always apply to a small, woman owned business. I’ve been reading Ann’s blog posts almost since the beginning.

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Tips From T. Marie

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Whether you’re a busy mom, a stressed-out student, or a multitasking professional, these tips are designed to help you make your entrepreneurial dreams a reality. Learn and Grow Tap into free online resources like YouTube tutorials, blogs, and webinars to acquire new skills or enhance existing ones.

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Tips From T. Marie

JUNE 14, 2023

Embracing the Magic: To truly grasp the power of time blocking explore additional tips and hacks to enhance your skills. A Word Of Caution: Although I’ve had fun making magical references in this blog post, like anything else in life, this technique isn’t necessarily for everyone.

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Tips From T. Marie

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

NexBot can help you brainstorm blog post or video topic ideas. It can also create blog post or video script outlines for you. If you’ve ever struggled with writing a blog post, NexBot can help you find a title, create an intro paragraph, create great lists, and wrap it all up with a blog post conclusion.

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Tips From T. Marie

JULY 18, 2014

WordPress is a blog platform that has limited functionality. Categories: Girly Girl Geek I can’t believe that in 2014 there are still people out there using scare tactics to try to keep people from creating business websites with WordPress. And the number one scare tactic they use? I say “Hogwash”. Girly Girl Geek'

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JULY 18, 2014

WordPress is a blog platform that has limited functionality. WordPress might have started out as simply a blogging platform, but it’s become a website platform. Is it still built to make building a blog easy? And the number one scare tactic they use? I say “Hogwash”. All built with WordPress. And a darned good one. Absolutely.

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Tips From T. Marie

DECEMBER 30, 2010

Blogging & Social Media. 5 Reasons to Abandon Your Blog for Twitter…(or not). Business Blogging…Did You Know? Is Your Blog Working for You? Business Websites and Blogs. Why I Broke the Number One Blogging Rule. Blog SEO Made Easy. Are You a Twitter Menace? Share this on del.icio.us.

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Tips From T. Marie

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Content Management System: WordPress for blogging and content. Content Management System: WordPress for portfolio and blog. Content Management System: WordPress for blogs and additional content. E-commerce Business: Website Platform: Shopify or WooCommerce for a robust online store.

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Tips From T. Marie

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

It’s been abysmally quiet here on the Tips from T.Marie Blog, for that I apologize. You see, I’ve always been told that one must keep their business separate from the things that one may be experiencing personally. I’ve always thought it was pretty good advice. After all, no one wants their business to be impacted. Read more.

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AUGUST 2, 2010

When I consult clients on blogging for business, one of the first ‘rules’ is to post on a regular basis. Especially when the words I shared on my blogs helped or resonated with others. But starting in March I found myself procrastinating on my blog posts. Related Posts: Find Clients Through Blogging?

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Tips From T. Marie

DECEMBER 4, 2023

That’s why in this blog post, we are going to explore 10 game-changing strategies to help you propel your business to new heights and create a thriving home-based enterprise in 2024. Revamp Your Online Presence: In the digital age, a strong online presence is key to success.

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Tips From T. Marie

MAY 30, 2014

Categories: Business Tips. Business Websites and Blogs As someone who provides ongoing WordPress Website Care and Maintenance, a few things have come to my attention in recent months. Business Tips Business Websites and Blogs'

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APRIL 1, 2014

Categories: Blogging & Social Media. Business Tips Is social media right for everyone? Blogging & Social Media Business Tips' Can Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, etc. make an impact no matter who/what you are? Example: has it changed the way meteorologists perform their jobs? The answer, […] ( Read more. ).

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Tips From T. Marie

AUGUST 6, 2019

Over the course of the last two posts, I’ve been talking about three new terms I’ve begun using here on my website and the Tips from T.Marie blog. Whether it’s blogs or books, fiction or non-fiction, these folks have the gift of reaching people through the written word. The Awesome Author These creatives are writers.

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JULY 28, 2016

She’s always stopping me during one of our weekly chats to say “That’s a blog post!” The Tips from T.Marie Blog has been around awhile. While other blogs consistently showcase guest bloggers, this one has remained mostly in one voice. The longer the blog exists; the more questions I get about guest posting.

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Tips From T. Marie

APRIL 15, 2013

Categories: Business Tips. Business Websites and Blogs. Business Tips Business Websites and Blogs Featured Installing Wordpress Maintenance Wordpress Wordpress Plugin Wordpress themes' I wrote a new post to address fears regarding the brute force attacks here.

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AUGUST 13, 2014

The best way to do this is to write a blog. Dont believe those folks that say blogging is dead, its alive, kicking and more important than ever. Not only does a blog give you somewhere to share what you know and help others, it provides fresh content to your website. Feeling too overwhelmed by blogging?

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Tips From T. Marie

AUGUST 30, 2019

Most of the information shared here on the Tips from T.Marie blog is micro-business friendly. You can of course look specifically for micro business advice, but it will be hit and miss as to what you find and how helpful it is. That’s because I write from my own experience.

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OCTOBER 6, 2013

Categories: Business Tips. Featured Tags: Cloud Storage Dropbox Skydrive Storage Storage Services I’ve been meaning to write this blog post on my search for reliable cloud storage since mid-July. Business Tips Featured Cloud Storage Dropbox Skydrive Storage Storage Services'

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MARCH 18, 2015

Some people have also complained about the Wix link structure for pages and blog posts. It should be noted that although Wix has integrated blog tools, they themselves use WordPress for the Wix blog , which probably speaks volumes for the Wix blog tools functionality. Adobe Muse.

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Tips From T. Marie

NOVEMBER 29, 2011

On Black Friday, not only did the VA Survival Guide become unavailable for purchase, the VA Survival section of the blog was inaccessible as well. If you’re a virtual assistant who has come to view Clerical Advantage as a favorite resource site for the industry, you may have been a bit baffled lately. What the heck?!

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JULY 6, 2021

BUT readers of this blog can use the coupon code PANDEMIC and get it for just $4.99. It’s called Discover Your Perfect Business and it takes you step by step through a process that helps you determine the business that fits the expertise, knowledge and skills you already have. Click Here to Purchase.

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Tips From T. Marie

JULY 8, 2015

Here are a few reasons why and a couple of tips to help you get away: You need vacation time. Those blog posts not coming quite so easily? A few tips for disconnecting from your business: Let your clients know well in advance about your upcoming vacation. Getting distracted when you didn’t before?

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Tips From T. Marie

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

Photos are key in social media posts, blog posts and for product sales. An ideal blog post size is 1200 pixels wide by 675 pixels high. Business today is image driven. Smart phones have made taking these needed photos easy, however often the size of these photos is well beyond what is needed.

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Tips From T. Marie

JANUARY 20, 2015

This morning I read Seth Godin’s latest blog post entitled, Please Go Away in which he talks about the way most big businesses deal with customer service. I believe it’s because they ultimately fail to recognize what Seth Godin pointed out in his blog post. Business Tips Marketing Your Biz'

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Tips From T. Marie

APRIL 3, 2019

I spent lots of time on message boards, attending business events in the community and writing for my blog. You may find yourself scrambling to find the time to do the things related to your own business, like invoicing, marketing and blogging. Create blog posts and stockpile them for busy times.

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Tips From T. Marie

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

This post is part of a new series that revisits the topic of an older post here on the Tips from T.Marie blog. The business landscape may have changed a bit since 2011, but the versatility of an intro packet hasn’t. If you haven’t pulled one together yet, what are you waiting for?

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