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Glue Your Wallet Shut, Observe, Take Notes, and Be Patient

By Melanie Kissell 37 Comments

If you’re a newbie entrepreneur, read the title once again (and then again, just for good measure). This post is dedicated to YOU. Let’s start with the last part first.    Be Patient The Parthenon wasn’t built in a day, agreed?  It took about fifteen years to construct … [Read More...]

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What Do a House Painter, an Author, and a Musician Have In Common?

By Melanie Kissell 23 Comments

These three varied professionals might be on the same bowling league or they might even support the same charities or maybe all three love coffee.  Who knows? I don’t have a clue.  I didn’t pry into their personal lives. But when I was introduced to these creative, hard-working, and … [Read More...]

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Turn Your Blog Into A Perpetual Valentine | Put A Little Love In Your Blog

By Melanie Kissell 26 Comments

Valentine's Day is over but that doesn't mean you can't turn your blog into an everlasting valentine. "Think of your fellow man. Lend him a helping hand." (The opening line to the song in the video at the end of this post)  Do give a listen! So how can you put a little love in your blog by … [Read More...]

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Motivation and My Gas Tank

By Melanie Kissell 32 Comments

Ever run out of gas? Then you know the vulnerable and uneasy feeling of being stranded right where you are until you get some gas in your tank. The engine in your vehicle won't crank over without fuel. You'll be left to rely on "foot" power to reach your destination unless you gas … [Read More...]

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Out With The Trash And In With The Treasures

By Melanie Kissell 57 Comments

                      I know letting go is a tough thing to do But it may be the best decision for you   The clock keeps on ticking and days fly on by You can’t get ahead and you’re ready to … [Read More...]

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Straight A’s And Not A Snowball’s Chance In Hell Of Making the A-List Online

By Melanie Kissell 42 Comments

Please play along with me.  I promise it will be relatively painless. I’m holding up a large flashcard that reads: “A-List Bloggers” Quick!!  Say the first name that comes to mind! Oh, darn.  It wasn’t ME, was it? That’s okay.  I love you anyway.  You’re … [Read More...]

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Marketing Part 4: I Need A Marketing Plan To Promote My Talent Online. Thing is … I’m Clueless.

By Melanie Kissell 16 Comments

Did you catch Part 3?  No?  Then get your fishing pole and go catch I Want To Promote My Talent Via Social Media. Will It Work? Dear Clueless, You’re not alone. Don’t despair. Just please take my mantra to heart: “Make a marketing plan or plan to make a marketing … [Read More...]

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Marketing Part 3: I Want To Promote My Talent Via Social Media. Will It Work?

By Melanie Kissell 12 Comments

Did you skip Part 2?  Grab that jump rope of yours and skip rope over to I Have Plenty of Talent. If Only I Could Find Customers (or Clients) Online. Will social media marketing work for you? You’re not going to like my answer but here goes… “It all depends.” Promoting your … [Read More...]

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Marketing Part 2: I Have Plenty Of Talent. If Only I Could Find Customers (or Clients) Online.

By Melanie Kissell 10 Comments

Did you miss Part 1?  Pedal your bicycle backward till you bump into I Want To Promote My Talent Online. Where Do I Start? Nothing about marketing your talent online is hard.  NOTHING. All the marketing tools and resources you could possibly desire are available in ever-increasing abundance … [Read More...]

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Marketing Part 1: I Want to Promote My Talent Online. Where Do I Start?

By Melanie Kissell 2 Comments

As I always say … “Begin at the beginning.”  (They don’t call me “logical” for nothing)  :) But before I dive in, I'm going on the premise you know exactly "who" you're marketing to.  You've defined your target audience, right?  What!  Some of you haven't done that … [Read More...]

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  • Glue Your Wallet Shut, Observe, Take Notes, and Be Patient
  • What Do a House Painter, an Author, and a Musician Have In Common?
  • Turn Your Blog Into A Perpetual Valentine | Put A Little Love In Your Blog
  • Motivation and My Gas Tank
  • Out With The Trash And In With The Treasures
  • Straight A’s And Not A Snowball’s Chance In Hell Of Making the A-List Online

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