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APRIL 1, 2010

Just don’t lose site of the fact that you earn money as a freelancer and not as a blogger. Corbett Barr is an website traffic consultant, entrepreneur and blogger. Reply Solomon April 2, 2010 at 6:54 am It’s so timely article as I’m raw and new in a new city as we relocated recently. Lugh´s last blog.

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APRIL 8, 2010

Kobu April 9, 2010 at 5:30 am Evernote and Hiveminder should not be left out! Reply Jim Kimmons ( @jimkimmons ) April 9, 2010 at 8:12 am I believe Evernote should have taken the place of several of these. Greater than ‘Me’ Reply Marc ( @marcpieniazek ) April 9, 2010 at 10:31 am Nice, handy list of apps there, thanks James.

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MAY 16, 2010

Karen Friesecke ( @doggiestylish ) May 17, 2010 at 2:41 am Seriously, Laura writes articles about crack? How To Make A Snuggie For Your Dog Reply I left a keyword for a name ( @businessHAcom ) May 17, 2010 at 6:27 am I face this problem when i apply to large blogs only. Joy ( @leslieajoy ) May 17, 2010 at 11:01 am Excellent points!

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APRIL 20, 2010

The people whose fans would knife you if you said an ill word against their favorite blogger. But those bloggers aren’t realistic, and they aren’t of any use to you unless you feel like sitting around and watching someone else talk about how great they are. Look at the people who have almost obsessive cult-followings. Or just ahead.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2010

Brett ( @brettpopoleo ) March 1, 2010 at 2:30 am Thanks for the insight. Popoleo’s Pointing Dog’s Reply Solomon March 1, 2010 at 7:33 am Thanks for the great post! Ulrich ( @maryeulrich ) March 1, 2010 at 7:58 am Another strong message. You’ve already said yes to another customer: yourself. Keep it up and thanks.

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JULY 1, 2012

While the Audit Bureau of Circulations reported a 125% increase in digital magazine readership from 2010 to 2011 for consumer magazines, AdAge reported in March 2012 that the jump still only accounts for 1% of total paid and verified circulation. They’re also a great way to wow business clients with your portfolio. Translation?

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APRIL 4, 2010

Barbara Ling, Virtual Coach ( @barbaraling ) April 5, 2010 at 5:59 am Very smart post, I like this alot!! 1 Astonishingly Easy Way To Appear Smarter Than Your Network Reply John Soares ( @TheJohnSoares ) April 5, 2010 at 10:06 am The right consultant for the right area of your business can be crucial for your success. We can help.

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JULY 21, 2010

Nabeel | Create Your First Website July 22, 2010 at 2:48 am Wow.Excellent article! Kindest, Nabeel Reply Charles July 22, 2010 at 3:14 am ^^ Like Nabeel, I was immersed too, great writing. Kindest, Nabeel Reply Charles July 22, 2010 at 3:14 am ^^ Like Nabeel, I was immersed too, great writing. You are absolutely right.

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JULY 11, 2010

And sadly, not many bloggers ask them. Peter Shallard - The Shrink for Entrepreneurs ( @petershallard ) July 12, 2010 at 1:55 am This is a thoughtful post. Reply Nabeel | Create Your First Website July 12, 2010 at 4:01 am Whoa Excellent post James. Have all the posts you’ve written been worth it?

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DECEMBER 8, 2009

Written by Taylor - 39 Comments This discussion we’ve been having about whether bloggers should get paid for their work is fascinating, and I think it’s pretty great that the whole MwP community here has been so level-headed and thoughtful about it. To hear them tell it, bloggers who don’t give it away have turned positively abusive.

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MARCH 16, 2010

Ulrich ( @maryeulrich ) March 17, 2010 at 8:25 am If the world is going to end today, make it quick–I’m scheduled to remove old wallpaper all day. Reply Giulietta Nardone ( @giuliettaspeaks ) March 17, 2010 at 9:55 am Try to stop the world from ending! Taylor, your thoughts made a difference. Thanks for the reminder.

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APRIL 15, 2010

Charlie Gilkey has a great post showing how various bloggers have developed and honed their writing style over the years: Becoming Yourself and Growing Your Blog. This is where bloggers get a head start: if you have a blog, you have a good reason to put fingers to keyboard on a regular basis. Think about why. The powerful voice?

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MARCH 25, 2010

Vinay ( @vinayp10 ) March 26, 2010 at 2:58 am Great post. Reply Patricia ( @lokahiandquill ) March 26, 2010 at 5:52 am Good copy and good translations/adaptations have one common attribute: they have to be *fit for purpose*. Naming Your Bimbo Reply Ryan Cowles ( @MetacomCreative ) March 26, 2010 at 9:57 am Wow, Haha. Buy a book?

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JANUARY 17, 2010

Melinda | SuperWAHM ( @superwahm1 ) January 18, 2010 at 2:17 am I don’t have that much direct competition. SuperWAHM EZ-Notes – Pre-Release Sale and Giveaway Reply Archan Mehta January 18, 2010 at 5:55 am James, Once again, this is an interesting post. Reply Phil Simon ( @philsimon ) January 18, 2010 at 8:08 am James Good post.

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MARCH 4, 2010

Kelly March 5, 2010 at 7:36 am James, This one is a lesson you never stop learning. How To Lose Customers, a Mini-Rant Reply Giulietta Nardone March 5, 2010 at 9:09 am Hi James, If I had not teamed up with another designer, I’m certain I’d be out of business by now. And all it took were those two little magic words.

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JULY 25, 2010

It’s great that blogs let people voice opinions and share them with others, but I think bloggers could use a good dose come-back-down-to-earth with a dash of humble tossed in. Nabeel | Create Your First Website July 26, 2010 at 3:24 am I agree James. Posting opinions just make us people with opinions. Not thought leaders.

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APRIL 29, 2010

Bloggers and site editors, especially at top-tier outlets, are generally busy people. FitJerks Fitness Blog ( @fitjerk ) April 30, 2010 at 5:20 am These are some good points. 6 Reasons Why You Should Eat 6 Meals A Day Reply Annabel Candy, Get In the Hot Spot ( @getinthehotspot ) April 30, 2010 at 8:30 am A common problem I think.

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APRIL 6, 2010

People want to see your portfolio, your testimonials, and your professional-looking website. Colleen ( @tixrus ) April 7, 2010 at 1:37 am As Tara said on True Blood, “school is for white people who want some one to read the books to them and tell em what it means. Especially since no one cares about your degree. That’s right.

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MARCH 3, 2010

Henry Bingaman ( @henrybing ) March 4, 2010 at 3:05 am Saying no takes confidence… but the act of saying no also builds confidence. Direct Email Marketing Tips Reply Michael Martine ( @remarkablogger ) March 4, 2010 at 3:55 am James, very smart stuff regarding a 48-hour waiting period vs. a “rush fee.&# Good post, James.

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MARCH 21, 2010

Matt Burgess ( @therealburgo ) March 22, 2010 at 4:28 am Totally agree, because it always comes down to one thing, doesn’t it? Things that were delicious this week… Reply Justin King March 22, 2010 at 6:37 am Remarkably good timing That car analogy is super smart too. Matt Burgess´s last blog. Thanks a million! Reply Mary E.

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JANUARY 12, 2010

Roschelle ( @roschelle ) January 13, 2010 at 3:22 am True. Post-Avatar Depression – Why Am I Not Surprised… Reply Heather Villa ( @IAC_Heather ) January 13, 2010 at 5:23 am I think this holds true for ideas of any kind. Reply Zoe ( @zoewesthof ) January 13, 2010 at 6:05 am Adore this analogy. Go get started.

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APRIL 11, 2010

Chris Mower ( @firesamurai ) April 12, 2010 at 1:34 am Spot on. Entrepreneur Interview: Chris McClain of Chris McClain Productions Reply Patricia ( @lokahiandquill ) April 12, 2010 at 10:03 am It’s Monday, and perhaps that’s why I feel like playing devil’s advocate here. Thanks for sharing. Thanks again for sharing.

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JUNE 13, 2010

Peter Shallard - The Shrink for Entrepreneurs ( @petershallard ) June 14, 2010 at 1:39 am Cool interview. Reply Mike Klassen ( @magalogguy ) June 14, 2010 at 1:58 am I relate to returning e-mail promptly. Reply Nabeel | Create Your First Website June 14, 2010 at 3:34 am What a great interview. Really down to earth person.

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JUNE 27, 2010

Maquis June 28, 2010 at 1:16 am I’ll admit that I’ve definitely learned the hard way that sleep deprivation can be physically painful. Reply Þórey Ómars ( @thoreyo ) June 28, 2010 at 2:04 am Hi James. If anyone can get you sleeping your way to success, they can. First off… @Maquis: sleeping *more* as a new mom?

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JUNE 6, 2010

Peter Shallard - The Shrink for Entrepreneurs ( @petershallard ) June 7, 2010 at 1:15 am I’m gonna step in here and make a comment about what I think happened. That way all of us (your loyal readers) can keep benefiting for awesome posts Reply Sharon Hurley Hall ( @shurleyhall ) June 7, 2010 at 7:07 am I know exactly what you mean.

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MARCH 30, 2010

Devan ( @dsabar ) March 31, 2010 at 2:34 am Um…Kurt Cobain died from a self inflicted shotgun wound – not a heroin overdose… Reply Dena March 31, 2010 at 4:38 am Nice article. Reply Stacey Cornelius ( @thestudiosource ) March 31, 2010 at 10:39 am Taylor, welcome to my world. Small Business Advice From a Junkie?

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MAY 2, 2010

Pierre ( @aulagneconseil ) May 3, 2010 at 6:05 am Hi there, Great article, apparently urging us from writing stuff that is dealt with differently from the toothpaste label… The content is all, which is why literature (without pics or SEO…) does the trick, maybe. Meier May 3, 2010 at 10:41 am So true. Meier´s last blog.

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MAY 9, 2010

What sort of laywer/blogger/sponge connoisseur are you, exactly?” “Do Melinda | SuperWAHM ( @Superwahm1 ) May 10, 2010 at 1:48 am I use a questionnaire for my coaching clients and it works brilliantly – I’ve used one for the last four years or so. The questionnaire’s job is to save you time. How do you want it to feel?”

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JUNE 20, 2010

Nabeel | Create Your First Website June 21, 2010 at 3:58 am Great post. and a typo in a writing article…lol Reply Annemieke ( @Annemieke_C ) June 21, 2010 at 4:12 am I downloaded the natural reader software and it is really easy to use. Practice, and give it a chance – because the time youll save writing is well worth it.

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JULY 18, 2010

Rebecca July 19, 2010 at 2:19 am I’ve never been an avid horse rider myself but I can easily see the comparisons you are making. Sidebar 1 Reply Nabeel | Create Your First Website July 19, 2010 at 3:52 am Great comparison with Equestrians! Rebecca´s last blog. I really liked all 4 comparisons and lessons. Yup, this is true.

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MAY 26, 2010

Wanderlusting ( @Wanderlustingkh ) May 27, 2010 at 1:13 am Great post. Totally off-topic, but anyway, glad to have found your blog Reply Martin - TheUniversityBlog ( @universityboy ) May 27, 2010 at 3:27 am I love the fact that anyone with an Internet connection is on an even playing field. If you want to write, you can write.

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APRIL 22, 2010

Chris Mower ( @firesamurai ) April 23, 2010 at 1:21 am Hey! Reply Ivan Cosic ( @ivancosic ) April 23, 2010 at 2:20 am Hey Nathan, thanks for opening my eyes, that’s for sure secret ingredient in success. Smokvica, masline, slavlje i još nešto… Reply Annie Stith ( @Gr8fulAnnie ) April 23, 2010 at 6:43 am Hey, Nathan!

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JANUARY 7, 2010

Michael Martine ( @remarkablogger ) January 8, 2010 at 3:34 am Wait, I’m still trying to picture a swimming pool filled with Jack Daniels… I quit my day job last year and it was the best move I ever made. I love this blog and now I love the guest bloggers too… Laya Bajpai´s last blog. And you know what?

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MARCH 28, 2010

James S ( @jamesparker ) March 29, 2010 at 8:13 am Its the first time i read your post and i’m impressed. 20+ Awesome Photoshop Tutorials Created In 2010 Reply JamesK March 29, 2010 at 9:30 am Hi James, I am James too I agree it is very important to have an understanding of what you are doing before you jump right into things.

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MARCH 11, 2010

Melinda | SuperWAHM ( @Superwahm1 ) March 12, 2010 at 5:39 am I’m not a writer, but I’m sitting here with my jaw hanging open. Reply Kelly March 12, 2010 at 7:57 am …for most businesses, it does NOT make sense to have a blog. What a great idea. Thanks Rebecca! Melinda | SuperWAHM´s last blog.

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JULY 7, 2010

Nabeel | Create Your First Website July 8, 2010 at 3:00 am Great Advice. Kindest, Nabeel Reply Giulietta Nardone July 8, 2010 at 6:56 am Hi Agent X, #3 pay their price speaks to me. Ulrich ( @maryeulrich ) July 8, 2010 at 7:02 am Hi James, I think you are right about the importance of establishing a “brief.&#

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JANUARY 21, 2010

Annemieke ( @Annemieke_C ) January 22, 2010 at 3:26 am What a post, brilliant! Critical about Criticism Reply Heather ( @TylinaVespart ) January 22, 2010 at 5:31 am That was really interesting – very easy to read and absorb (Had to comment on that before I go any further!). It really reflects my thoughts on blogging.

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