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January 22, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Managing Your RSS Feeds

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Managing Your RSS Feeds

RSS feeds are really really convenient. You may know what they are, and you may even already have an RSS feed reader like Google Reader – aggregating several or more RSS feeds from your favorite sites. If you’re still a bit sticky with RSS, or you’re not clear on some fundamentals for making better use of this ultra convenient tool, the following article will cover the bases. From what, why, and how; to some concepts and best practices for organization and more effective use.

What is RSS, and Why Do People Use It?

The web is great. The web is really really big though. Their are many cool websites and blogs you’d like to keep up on, but not always as much time as any of us would like.

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790 words, 6 images, reading time ~ 3:10 mins
Filed Under: How to Be More Productive
January 15, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Social Media Conversion Mistakes – Case Study

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Social Media Conversion Mistakes - Case Study

Social Media Conversion Mistakes Made By Bands – KISS Case Study

Driving traffic to your website, getting new subscribers on your email list, making music and merch sales constitute how well you’re online presence is converting. From a business standpoint, this should be understood and woven into your strategies and goals.

While fan engagement, consistency, and adding value are the factors for social media success, don’t overlook the simple sales funnel flowchart for how you are linking all your web 2.0 properties together.

The goal of Twitter, Facebook, Myspace isn’t just go there, have them hang out, then leave… Is it?

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350 words, 5 images, reading time ~ 1:24 mins
Filed Under: Social Media for Artists and Musicians
January 8, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Communication Tips From Music Marketer

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Communication Tips From Music Marketer

In music marketing and marketing in general, the WAY you write can either draw the reader or turn the reader off.

Much the same as in songwriting, getting the tense and point of view right is one of those key engagement factors for connecting your message with people the right way.

Here is a quick article on doing just that, here are some communication tips from Music Marketer Bob Baker.

http://www.musicthinktank.com/blog/how-to-communicate-with-fans-so-you-connect-with-them-instea.html

Have the best day you can have!

Jamie

114 words, 5 images, reading time ~ 27 secs
Filed Under: Music Marketing Tips