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The Five Star 5 – Just Go “Google” Yourself!
Posted by Tim Mushey
Remember way way back in the 1990’s if somebody wanted to find out what you were all about, they either had to ask somebody that knew you, or ask you directly?
Well this internet thing has been a real game changer for researching people quickly!
I hop on Google several times a month to see what shows up for my name, and the name of my blog.
What I look for is:
- What shows up on the first page (and what may have dropped off)
- What new search results are showing up
- What new “shares” of my content are showing up; where I owe somebody a thank you
- Is there anything negative being that I should look in to
- It’s just really fun to scroll through lots of pages of results as I reflect on my online journey!
Bonus – some people have very common names, so it is a good idea to see where your content may be getting confused with somebody elses’
Your brand can become very powerful, and what shows up on web searches can help big time by providing people with the opportunity to get to know you very quickly.
If what shows up online is all positive, then you are good to go! If you are seeing a lot of negativity, probably time to review your branding strategies and assess some changes for the future.
- When is the last time you “Googled” yourself?
- Were you surprised with some of the search results (good or bad)?
- Are you going to pay more attention to your online search results in the future?
The tools are there to take your game to the next level. You might as well embrace them and build as strong a personal brand possible!
Posted in Blogging, Five Star 5, Social Media
Tags: Blog, Google+, Personal Branding, Search Engine Optimization, SEO, Social, Website
Hey – Are We Connected? Just Checking!
Posted by Tim Mushey
Hey…
I pride myself in showing up as often as I can on several major social media outlets.
You can find me at:
Facebook
www.facebook.com/SellLeadSucceed
(don’t forget to “like” to stay connected)
Twitter
https://twitter.com/TimMushey73
LinkedIn http://linkd.in/zx0yGN
Google+
http://bit.ly/XvkjRr
YouTube
http://www.youtube.com/user/TimMushey
And if you ever need to email me
TimMushey@gmail.com
Tell your friends, family, colleagues! The more the merrier!
Enough about me! I would LOVE to know where I can connect with you?
Enjoy the rest of your week! Tim
Posted in Personal Branding
Tags: Blogging, Facebook, Fan Page, Google+, LinkedIn, Social Media, Twitter, Wordpress, YouTube
And My Numbers Are…….
Posted by Tim Mushey
24136, 1784, 1109, 482, 310, 292
In other words..
24,136 blog views
1,784 Twitter followers
1,109 LinkedIn connections
482 blog followers
310 Facebook fan page “likes”
292 Google+ connections have me in their circles
I was hesitant at first to go public with some of these figures, but I wanted to prove a point. …
Anyone can do this!
I never thought I had the ability to write and make such deep meaningful connections online via social media. The most followers, connections, “likes” or blog views does not mean you win – not even close. I have not monetized anything yet, and I am fine with that. It will come with time. I am in the process of planning next steps and that is very exciting!
- I grabbed a pen and started creating content less than 3 years ago. My blog is only in its 16th month
- I became fully engaged on several popular social media sites two and a half years ago. And by fully engaged I mean doing much more than just broadcasting content! I listen to my network, comment every time somebody reaches out to me, and show up every day
- Anyone can do this. If I can, you can too! But you have to fall in love with it to be able to commit the time. I promise you there are no shortcuts to success with this type of networking. The world does not owe you anything, remember that!
- Be opportunistic. Block off time when you can; but even 5-15 minutes when time permits moves things forward. Also be opportunistic about content. Anything can become a blog post. Just put it out there, you never know who might like it!
When I wrote down these numbers the other day I must admit I was quite proud! I have worked incredibly hard, and lost precious sleep especially with a new little one in our home, but every second of it has been well worth it.
Wanna know why?
When somebody takes the time to reach out and says how much the content has meant to them, that means everything to me!
I truly feel like I am just getting started. Thanks for coming along for the ride! Hang on this is going to be fun….
Posted in Blogging, Networking, Social Media
Tags: Blog, Facebook, Google+, LinkedIn, Sell Lead Succeed, Twitter, Wordpress
Thank You & Let’s Connect!
Posted by Tim Mushey
Hi Everyone!
I wanted to take a moment and say a huge thank you for following my blog! I wish I had time to send everyone a personal thank you, but this is the next best thing.
If somebody told me that I would have 250 followers and almost 10,000 views in 4.5 months of blogging when I started in late January, I would have been very very excited. I am having the time of my life, and am looking forward to more blogging and interacting!
I also wanted to take a moment to remind you that there are several other ways to connect with me. I have included the list below. I will of course follow back if you choose to connect in these other ways. I have not quite completed my Facebook Fan Page timeline yet, but hopefully over the next couple of weeks.
LinkedIn http://linkd.in/zx0yGN
Twitter http://bit.ly/LwGx2a
Facebook Fan Page http://on.fb.me/z5BnBH
Google+ http://bit.ly/KNKdLQ
You Tube Channel http://bit.ly/PbeHtL
Thanks once again for all of your support, and have an awesome week!
Tim
Posted in Uncategorized
Tags: Blog, Facebook, Google+, LinkedIn, Online Communities, Social Networking, Twitter, Wordpress, YouTube