Well, not really. My question is actually, What is the point of mute on Twitter ?’ As far as I can see, you are still following that person, you can still interact with that person but instead, if you mute them you just don’t see their tweets. Ok – they don’t know this right? So what’s the big deal?… Isn’t that like saying ‘You bore me’ or ‘I need to follow you (for whatever reason) but really not interested in what you have to say’ or ‘I want you to follow me, but I’m not bo

How to get value out of the favourite button on twitter. Last May (2013), Twitter users favorited things 1.6 billion times, four times more than they did a year earlier, reports The Wall Street Journal‘s Katie Rosman So we all know what and where the favourites button is right? Twitter says, Favorites, represented by a small star icon next to a Tweet, are most commonly used when users like a Tweet. Favouriting a Tweet can let the original poster know that you liked their Twee

I wanted to draw your attention to a couple of questions that have popped up as they have been on mind for quite some time.  And that is; how important social is in business. It seemed to be the biggest point made on Monday at various talks. I am flagging this up today because many clients and brands I have come across or worked with this year, still don’t realize this. Some do, some understand they have to have it, but don’t get the bigger picture, which is that social is on

If you have agreed with me previously on how strategy is key in planning your marketing efforts, then we are one step closer to reaching your business goals. Whether you are a hair salon, a cafe, an Ecommerce business or a brand, either way marketing is changing still and plans need to be made mostly to be able to assess progress and understand your return. I have so many clients that still are wanting to be convinced into using social media and online marketing for their bus

One Giant Leap into Social Media Marketing I thought I would share the intro of my book with you. I have had many emails from people that have found the blighter super handy when tackling their own social media.  It is available at the ridiculously low price of £4.49 GPB on iTunes , Amazon and all good digital download stores. “A man has as many social selves as there are individuals who recognize him” William James. Introduction: If you have a business, a product, a service

I know. You have seen this kind of heading before right? True, there are many folk offering sturdy advice on using Twitter for business. But they all seem to leave out 5 really significant deal breakers that could mean your tweets get maximum visibility and actually WORK for you rather than disappear into Twitter cyberspace with nothing but a poof of turquoise smoke! Get it into perspective. Many of my clients really worry about not being on Twitter at the right time to catch

Here’s a fun Twitter info graphic for you!  All the up to date facts and figures for Twitter 2012.  Browse more data visualization . #PR #thinkandtweetlater #Twitter #socialmediaplanning #onlineprtips #webdevelopment #OnlinePRandMarketing #promoteyourcompany #SocialMedia #ticketsales

I wanted to say a personal thank you for the support you have shown MY blog this last year and wish you all a very Happy  Christmas and a prosperous 2013. My most popular blog of the year for your reading pleasure!  Happy Holidays: Do you Tweet on a regular basis?  Are you a one an hour kinda guy? An every two hour kinda girl? Or like me? A Binge Tweeter? If you answer yes to 2 or more of the following questions, then you need to get a handle on your tweeting…perhaps this blo

I thought I would share my own fun social media infographic as a little reminder on how to approach your social media for business! Enjoy and please share with your friends!… #Pinterest #Twitter #Facebook #socialmediaplanning #LinkedIn #creativeonlinemarketing #promoteyourcompany #SocialMedia #infographic #instagram

Happy Monday!.. I came across this brilliant infographic which gives you the best and worst times to post up on your social media channels and wanted to share!  I found this via a fellow follower, who writes a great blog, Marianne who found it reading Tony Phallets blog!..Are you with me?! You can follow Tony on his blog , Twitter – @tphallett – and  Google+ ) Enjoy! Source: social caffeine | Embed this on your own website (FREE) #socialcommunities #SmallBiz #Twitter #Face

WOW a year has gone by – and what a journey it has been.  On a number of levels actually.  For my relationship with blogging regularly, which has been both trying and exceptionally fulfilling at times, but mainly the connections with the people I have come across who have helped (you know who you are), questioned (you do too!) and generally supported this rapidly growing baby of mine. Over 9000 followers have followed in a mere 12 months, which I feel is ‘well radio rental’ b

To begin this blog post with a ditty that could be sang in the style of Ed Sheeran’s “A Team”. Was not intended (left). Do you Tweet on a regular basis?  Are you a one an hour kinda guy? An every two hour kinda girl? Or like me? A Binge Tweeter? If you answer yes to 2 or more of the following questions, then you need to get a handle on your tweeting…perhaps this blog will help? Do you look at twitter first thing in the morning? Do you look at twitter last thing at night? Do

I want to highlight @Movember today. For obvious reasons. Yes. But for some not so obvious. The brand, its collaborators and a big high 5 for its’ achievements so far! ‘ During November each year, Movember is responsible for the sprouting of moustaches on thousands of men’s faces in the UK and around the world. The aim of which is to raise vital funds and awareness for men’s health, specifically prostate cancer and testicular cancer.’ Movember.com. This year its global and I

It’s the month leading up to my first birthday! Yes in exactly 1 month (22nd November) I will be 1!  And I for one am loving the idea of being 1 again.  Although I would appreciate 21 a little more! Ahem. This blog has covered everything from; starting up your social media network, building your brand online, Twitter tips , Facebook frolics , Pinterest picks , Linkedin laws , Do’s and Dont’s, marketing plans , strategies and campaigns , ballsy business plans, crazy content i

Have you been to any great sessions this week at #swmld?  Do you plan to go?  I’d love to hear all about it! If you are unable to attend any of the FREE events this week, you can catch many live on the SMW webcam!  Their blog  is updated daily with goings on from the Official Google Campus Hub , The Facebook Hub and various other venues  across town such as Adam Street and The Betsy Trotwood . I have been making tonnes of notes and will be posting up my favourite tips from th