What Kind Of Businesses Thrive Without An Online Presence?
Donna Maria shares examples of businesses that can thrive, even if they don’t have a Web presence.
How To Add A Reviews Tab To Your FaceBook Page
Donna Maria provides step-by-step instructions for adding a Reviews Tab to your FaceBook Page.
3 Easy Ways To Enhance Your Credibility On FaceBook
Donna Maria shares 3 things small business owners can do to interact professionally and expand their sphere of influence on FaceBook.
The Undeniable Imperative of Community
Community is nothing new. We know one when we see one, and we all live in one. But the notion of community as it relates to business success is relatively new to most small and independent business owners because up until now, most have relied heavily on their “quality products” to make those products sell.…
The Importance of Customizing Your FaceBook Landing Page
Donna Maria shares why you may wish to consider customizing your FaceBook landing page so your new visitors will know what you want them to do, and feel welcome and excited about joining your community.
How To Use Follow Friday For Maximum Twitter Influence
Donna Maria shares three simple tips to help you use Follow Friday for maximum Twitter influence.
3 Simple Social Media Tips All Small Businesses Can Use
Donna Maria shares social media tips she learned from others on handling difficult community members, attracting the media to your door, and correct perception of social media “experts.”
Radio Show: Charlon Bobo on Writing Your E-Book
Donna Maria shares her interview with Charlon Bobo, where they discuss how an e-book can enhance your business, and the steps you need to take to make it happen!
On Twitter, It’s Not Just About Content; It’s About Accessible Content
Donna Maria shares a simple technique you can use to expand your sphere of influence on Twitter.
Should You Reorganize The Categories At Your Blog?
Donna Maria shares simple tips for organizing the categories at your blog.
The Indie Business TV Set Is Nearly Done!
The Indie Business TV set is coming along. It’s not much to look at right now, but I just couldn’t wait to show you these cheerful yellow walls! Who wouldn’t want to be in here as much as possible? I plan to spruce things up so it’s a fun place for us to connect. Our…
How Disqus Can Help You Be Successful Online
Donna Maria shares how using Disqus and other blog content management systems create influence and help you expand your brand.
Expand Your Sphere of Influence With Twitter Hashtags
Donna Maria shares how Twitter hashtags can expand your sphere of influence.
3 Reasons Why You Need a Video Set
This is Part 5 in the “How to Turn Unused Space Into a Video Set” series, and am learning a lot as the dry wall goes up in the new Indie Business TV set. In this video, the contractor says we should be ready to paint and decorate in a few days! All it takes…
How to Turn Unused Space Into a Video Set (Part Four)
After our introductory video, I shared how we plan to control the light, a very important part of planning your set. I also told you about the exciting arrival of the dry wall that will cover our set. Today, I want you to see how the dry wall application is going. Since we are a…
Should You Join a Competitor’s FaceBook Fan Page?
Yesterday was another fun FaceBook Friday! If you missed the previous FaceBook Friday about ways to attract people to your Fan Page, you can read it here.) This week’s question was aimed at getting a sense of what small and independent business owners consider when decided whether or not to join a competitor’s FaceBook Page.…
How to Turn Unused Space Into a Video Set (Part Three)
In yesterday’s video post, I announced the exciting arrival of the dry wall. Today, I am happy to report that we found someone to help us place the dry wall. More about that later. For now, I want to share how we have decided to deal with the window on our set. As I mentioned…
How to Turn Unused Space Into a Video Set (Part Two)
The dry wall is here! Earlier this week, I introduced my husband business partner’s and my new series to teach you how to turn unused space in your garage, basement or office into a video set. If you missed the introductory video, you can watch it here. This video is a short update on the…
How to Turn Unused Space Into a Video Set (Part One)
My husband business partner and I are turning the unused space in the loft above our detached garage into a studio where I can record and share more videos to empower you to make smart decisions in all aspects of your business. We’re kicking things off with a series of videos to help you turn…
The Value of the ReTweet
Last year, at my invitation, several members of IBN gathered in our private online networking area to discuss how we could support each other on Twitter. It was decided that on Fridays, each participant would select a person, comment on one of their blog posts and then ReTweet the post on Twitter. The goal was…
How “Comment Blogging” Expands Your Sphere of Influence
Publishing comments at influential blogs in your field can help expand your sphere of influence efficiently and effectively. I call this “comment blogging” (I think I made up that phrase?), and I do it regularly. If done over a period of time, comment blogging can result in new client prospects, exciting collaborations and valuable features…