One thing you can count on about social media is that there will always be more to learn. I learn something I didn’t know about every social media virtually every day! Then, of course, social media platforms are constantly changing. So whether it’s new to me or new to a platform, I can always learn/do/communicate more or better! Starting this week, I’m going to compile tips to share that will help bloggers in the crazy and overwhelming social media learning process. {Read More}
Lessons I Learned on My First Periscope
August 3, 2015 By
I finally did it! Yep, I did my first Periscope on Saturday and my second one on Sunday. And guess what? IT REALLY WASN’T THAT SCARY AFTER ALL! That’s right. I decided to just do it and get past the fear. That’s what I did, and I’m positive you can too! Today I want to share some of my thoughts and the lessons I learned from doing my first (and second) scope. ONE I rehearsed my scope ONE TIME by video taping myself… and I {Read More}
4 Tips to Improve Your Writing Skills Today
July 30, 2015 By
You may have been writing all your life, or perhaps you’re a newbie. Either way, you can take a few simple steps to improve your writing skills today! 1. WRITE CONVERSATIONALLY The days of formal writing are long gone when it comes to connecting with readers. Conversational speech simply doesn’t follow the rules of formal writing. Readers want to connect with a person, not with a business. They want authenticity and relationship. The real YOU… not an online version of you. The best way {Read More}
4 Powerful Podcasts for Bloggers and Businesses
July 10, 2015 By
Tabler Party of Two is approaching its one year “blogiversary”! During that time, I’ve learned so much as I’ve invested my heart and my time into the whole blogging, social media, online business world. I’ve been blessed to attend a few incredible conferences, but I can honestly say that I’ve learned more than anything from podcasts! There are some amazing experts out there whom I listen to each and every week. I listen to podcasts while I’m walking, driving, and even {Read More}
Summer Reading List for Bloggers & Small Businesses
July 1, 2015 By
Ah, summer! I love learning throughout the year, but summer is my favorite time to read. And the season I tend to read more. Lazy days, beach trips, hanging out on the sofa to escape the heat… all kinds of reasons to read more in the summer! Last summer, I was in the pre-launch phase of my blog and I travelled quite a bit. I devoured several books on the topics of social media and blogging. I want to share {Read More}
Power Tools for Bloggers and Crafters Plus Summer Printables!
June 23, 2015 By
I have found the solution to one of the biggest blogger and crafter dilemmas! Yes, your constant quest for creative graphics can now end when you combine GraphicStock and Picmonkey, the go-to powertools for bloggers and crafters! GraphicStock offers an affordable treasure trove of awesome images, while Picmonkey provides the tools you need to personalize and enhance your images to make them your own. In no time at all you’ll be able to illustrate your posts, create infographics, upload beautiful images to social media, and design printables {Read More}
