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Our purpose of this monthly newsletter is simple; we want to inform, motivate, educate and offer a little humor into our hectic lives.
If you have a favorite subject or article you would like to share with others, please let me hear from you for a future month's newsletter opportunity. |
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10 Twitter Tips |
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1. Be yourself, but be aware. Yes, you can say whatever you feel like saying, but remember that whatever you write will exist in the world wide web forever! Proceed with extreme caution. The place to vent about your boss, company or co-workers is NOT here.
2. Engage and Interact with others. If you like something they say, reply by clicking the little grey arrow that appears when you hover over one of their tweets. (If you're using Tweet Deck, simply hit the @reply tool) You can also simply type in @username (replacing "username" with whatever their username happens to be on Twitter). This is the way you speak to someone on Twitter. Even BETTER than the @reply is the RT, or Re-Tweet. Tweeple (twitter people) are MORE likely to read a RT because if you thought it was cool enough to send to YOUR followers, then possibly they will to. It's a great little trick for getting followers.
3. Follow celebrities. They may never interact with you, but at least you can interact with them. It's no longer a question of who is on Twitter -- but who ISN'T on Twitter. Common interests build relationships. Celebrities and/or those who follow them are no different.
4. Third Party Applications Are A MUST! If you're Tweeting from the twitter home page, you're behind the times. Did you know that you can Twitter from your desktop, your iphone or blackberry? Twitter allows programmers to create tools to make using Twitter a better experience for us all. There's Twitterrific, TweetDeck, and Twhirl -- just to name a few. My personal preference is Tweet Deck.
5. Follow New People Daily Don't know who to follow? A quick search for some of your favorite things on search.twitter.com will quickly reveal who you should be following on Twitter. Maybe they'll follow you back! You can also use Twello (it's like the yellow pages of Twitter) I don't recommend "auto follow" apps because it defeats the purpose of Twitter: transparency and authenticity.
6. Follow government officials. Check to see if your elected officials are Tweeting. http://tweetcongress.org Regardless of what political views you have, you have to admit that the Obama campaign dominated social media--especially Twitter.
7. Ask the Twitterverse Twitter is all about giving FIRST--especially helpful information. If you have a need, a question or need a resource, ask the Twitterverse. News and information travels at the speed of light there!
8. Tweetups I've successfully connected OFFLINE with Twitter connections that started online. Not only have I made friends but I've developed strategic business alliances and gained new clients. ALL FOR FREE using Twitter. Simply put, a Tweetup is a gathering of fellow Twitter users in your local community. If you don't have one in your area, start one!
9. NO AUTOMATIC Follower Getters! I know it SOUNDS tempting when you read the ads. "Get 15,000 followers in 30 days." But ask yourself this, how are you REALISTICALLY going to interact with all those people? And are they REALLY listening to you? Probably not. Choose who you follow (and unfollow) YOURSELF. You'll thank me for it as you develop REAL connections.
10. Use Twetiquette! The same courtesies you give offline also apply online. DON'T BE THAT GUY OR GIRL! What I mean is this: Don't send people links to buy your stuff UNTIL they ask for it! Twitter is a NETWORKING tool, not a sales tool. The sales part comes AFTER you develop and cultivate your new relationships. Ask people being to know, like and trust you you will find they are more open to learning about your product or service. Tags: etiquette, media, networking, social, twitter
My personal thanks to Edie McRae for allowing me to use her blog information.
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Tomb of the Unknown Soldier |
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It is always humbling to read of the dedication those that guard the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Please remember these dedicated people in your prayers as they are truly deserving.
- There are 21 steps taken as the guards walk across the tomb as a reflection to the 21 gun salute.
- A pause of 21 seconds are taken before each about face, also for reflection to the 21 gun salute.
- Each soldier guarding the Tomb of the Unknown wears gloves that are moistened to prevent losing the grip on the rifle.
- Each guard alternates the shoulder to carry the rifle with the weapon always on the shoulder away from the tomb.
- Guards are changed every 30 minutes of every 24 hour day for every 365 day year...regardless of weather.
- Guards typicall spend up to 5 hours in preparing their uniforms for duty.
- Guards of the Tomb of the Unknown commit 2 years of their lives and live in barracks under the tomb.
- Guards must refrain from any alcohol or swearing on or off duty for the rest of their lives.
- After two years of service, the guards are awarded a wreath pin to proudly display on their lapel.
- At present, there are only 400 guards wearing the wreath pin signifying their service.
These highly dedicated people are worthy of our respect and our prayers. |
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www.grocerygame.com |
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This is an Internet-based grocery coupon resouce that has enabled us to save between 17% (on the low end) and 50% (on the high end) on our monthly grocery bill.
My wife, Linda Stiles, signed up for a one month trial service at $1.00 and was truly amazed at the savings.
Judge for yourself at the grocery savings.
Joe & Linda Stiles
Joe@joestiles.com or 281/381-1414 |
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"What Would You Do with a Database of 43,000 Contacts??" |
Please join me as my personal guest at the
HWCOC's Business Over Breakfast meeting on the
THIRD WEDNESDAY of each month.
Our breakfast meeting is held at:
HCC - Town & Country
(Katy Frwy @ Beltway 8)
We begin our netweaving and breakfast meeting at 07:00 A.M. and finish at 08:30 A.M.
Be sure to say THANK YOU to those responsible for sponsoring the fabulous breakfast.
The next meeting is JUNE 17th
The title of this month's program is:
"What would you do with a database of 43,000 contact???"
This program highlights the how and where to get referrala.
IF YOU WANT TO HELP YOUR CLIENTS GROW THEIR BUSINESS, INVITE THEM TO ATTEND WITH YOU.
Do you need help with directions?
Please call me at 281/381-1414 for directions OR go to www.hwcoc.org for more information and the monthly calendar of events. |
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Stress Relief Kit |
Before starting each day, be sure to have your Stress Relief Kit fully stocked with:
- An ERASER so you can make all the mistakes disappear.
- A PENNY so you will never be broke.
- A MARBLE in case someone says "you've lost your all your marbles."
- A RUBBER BAND to stretch yourself beyond your limits and to help you bounce back from adversity with untold elasticity.
- A piece of STRING to tie things together when everything seems to be falling apart.
- A HUG & a KISS to remind you that someone cares about you.
Mortgage financing does not have to be stressful with "Mortgage Financing with...STILE"
www.joestiles.com
281/381-1414
joe@joestiles.com |
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Boys Will Be BOYS! |
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A king size waterbed holds enough water to fill a 2000 sq. ft. house 4 inches deep.
If you spray hair spray on dust bunnies and run over them with roller blades, they can ignite.
A 3-year old boy's voice is louder than 200 adults in a crowded restaurant.
When you hear the toilet flush and the words "uh oh", it's already too late.
Brake fluid mixed with Clorox makes smoke, and lots of it.
Certain Lego's will pass through the digestive tract of a 4-year old boy.
You should not throw baseballs up when the ceiling fan is on. When using a ceiling fan as a bat, you have to throw the ball up a few times before you get a hit. A ceiling fan can hit a baseball a long way.
The glass in windows (even double-pane) doesn't stop a baseball hit by a ceiling fan.
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Think on these things
If we do not plant knowledge when young, it will give us no shade when we are old...Lord Chesterfield
Every day do something that will inch you closer to a better tomorrow...Doug Firebaugh
Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined...Henry David Thoreau
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This is a great opportunity to share your expertise with many others. |
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| JUNE 2009 |
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I invite you to take a moment to be inspired, motivated, informed and entertained by this month's newsletter. Please take a moment to share your comments and suggestions for furture articles and/or topics.
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| America's Veterans |
America's military veterans have a very special place in my heart.
With special THANKS for every veteran who finances their VA or FHA loan through
JOE STILES, I am offering a FREE appraisal
(a value of $400).
I am honored to serve our country's veterans in this small way as my personal gratitude of your service to the United States of America.
NO TIME LIMIT
Joe Stiles
(USAF Veteran)
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