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X, Y, and Z: Blogging From A to Z
| April 30, 2012 | Posted by nighlon under Blogging Tips, Branding, Fabulously Geeky, Social Networks, The Best of the Web, Traditional Marketing, Uncategorized |
The A to Z Blogging Challenge is on its last day. What better time to catch up?
It has definitely been a challenge, but fun along the way. I even learned a lot. What is better than that?
X is for Xenodochial
Xenodochial describes something that is friendly to strangers. In IT, this has a more specific meaning of being intuitive or easy to understand.
(source: techopedia.com)
I want you to expand on this definition for your business or blog.
Remember that your customers (readers) are not always experts, but they are also not idiots. Don’t talk to them like they are incapable or like they should know exactly what you are talking about.
Not only should you always speak with your customers/ readers with the right balance of terminology, but you should let the hospitality reach far beyond this and into every aspect of your business.
Simple hospitality is one of the best tools your brand can have. Not only does it make your customers’ experience more positive, but it also helps when the time comes for damage control.
Y is for Yammer
In their own words, Yammer is a Private Social Network for Your Company.
I love the idea of Yammer. I do have an account and can see the potential of this network.
Yammer began as the “twitter for business” in 2008 and is continually improving and building upon their features.
Although this is an amazing tool, I want to discuss the flaw in the platform.
There are more and more solopreneur businesses popping up, (I am not talking about freelancers), that still have a need for professional networking. These are the people who work with other businesses to accomplish a task. That company can be business to business or business to consumer. Either way, companies have an innate need to network with other companies.
I thought that was the premise behind Yammer when I signed up. I took the “Twitter for businesses” seriously.
I understand the Yammer was started for in house communication. I am simply saying that they could build on this foundation and create an amazing network for businesses to connect with eachother.
Will this be in Yammer’s future?
Z is for Zenzic
Zenzic is the square of a number.
(Bet you can’t guess where this is going!)
In the honor of this FABulous word, I am honoring my dear friend.
GiGi (G Squared)- creative, huh?
GiGi writes at BeingAgentMom.com
Let you tell you- this lady is FABulous!
GiGi writes about her adventures of being Mom, Manager, and Agent to her two talented kids.
She also shares tips for finding agents and managers (sorry, no tips for finding moms).
(Yes I did create her beautiful logo- even if I do say so myself)
GiGi has so many interests and she writes about them all via different blogs.
You should definitely follow her, I’m sure you will find something you like.
I am also lucky to be in the Misfit Bloggers with her!
So, although it was quite challenging, I really have enjoyed my journey blogging from A to Z.
I hope to do it again next year- but keep up a little better.
Pretty Printables: Blogging From A to Z
| April 17, 2012 | Posted by nighlon under The Best of the Web |
I want to introduce you to Gretchen at Three Little Monkeys Studio
Isn’t this just the most adorable logo?
Gretchen not only has the 3 most adorable redheads, but she creates some amazing printables.
She sells party packs and supplies at her Etsy store, and they are just too adorable.
I LOVE her blog.
She shares recipes that will ruin your diet, printables for your home and blog, tips for party planning, as well as other nifty printables.
The misfit bloggers and I are so lucky to have Gretchen as one of us!
Thank you Gretchen for being an amazing blogger and friend!
Nacho Average Blog: Blogging From A to Z
| April 14, 2012 | Posted by nighlon under Uncategorized |
Yes, I was grasping at straws for a topic today.
I have huge news for you tonight!
The NighLon Branding and Marketing Forum is now open!
See it here: http://nbmforum.forumotion.com/
It still has a lot of work, but it is open. If you need help, feel free to pop in and say hello!
This is a huge project and I have big plans for it.
The forum will be evolving for quite a while.
Other big news: NighLon will be participating in a blog hop for the Misfit Bloggers.
I will be taking the topic of the week and putting a marketing/ branding spin to it.
I may stumble through a few, but it will be okay.
If you have any suggestions for the forum, feel free to share!
Just Do It: Blogging From A to Z
| April 10, 2012 | Posted by nighlon under Blogging Tips |
I have been thinking about encouragement a lot today. The Misfit Bloggers and I have been actively supporting each other, especially today.
(That being said, I want to take a moment to congratulate my friend Rachel for JUST DOING IT in her current endeavor!)
No, this is not a sports blog. It is also not a Nike site. I do think we can all learn a lot from Nike and their marketing team.
JUST DO IT…
Such a simple phrase of three simple words, yet it means so much. whenever I am searching for motivation, those three words immediately pop in to my head. (I am actually NOT an athlete.)
There is just something in those words that makes it click. Stop putting it off, JUST DO IT.
I am not talking about exercise or dieting or anything like that. I’m not even talking about signing up for a service, or getting a marketing plan together.
I am talking about whatever it is that you have been thinking about. don’t play shy, I know there is something you have been putting off.
For me, it was contacting a company that I adore to give them some ideas and let them know how much I love their products.
For you it may be setting up a promotion, asking someone to write a review, reaching out to twitter followers, or even taking a day off to get a fresh look. Whatever it is, JUST DO IT. You have no idea what the outcome may be until you do. If you never try, you will never succeed.
Try making a list and promising to mark one thing off a day, or even a week. You can even do what I do. I write things that are super simple on the list, or even things that I have already done, just so that I can mark them off. There is something magical about a to-do list that has been started on. I always feel more motivated seeing what I have already accomplished. So, if there is something you have been putting off- JUST DO IT!
“The best way to not feel hopeless is to get up and do something. Don’t wait for good things to happen to you. If you go out and make some good things happen, you will fill the world with hope, you will fill yourself with hope.”
Barack Obama
What have you been putting off?
Disclaimer: this post was not solicited by Nike.
I was not compensated for using the phrase “Just Do It”
Insane Icing: Blogging From A to Z
| April 10, 2012 | Posted by nighlon under The Best of the Web |
Its that time again:
Today, I am introducing you to Candi. She owns Candiland Dessert Company and blogs at A Day in Candiland.
I love cupcakes, chocolate, cookies, and just about anything involving dessert! If you are like me, you will not be able to survive a trip to her blog. Go ahead and visit her- but remember, I warned you!
Not only does Candi bake the most amazing looking desserts ever, but she is a mom, a wife, and loves her Palm Springs home.
This is what you will see when visiting A Day in Candiland.
Candi blogs about her life and adventures in Palm Springs and in the baking world. She also shares yummy tricks and recipes.
She also writes about her love of tea- time. Candi is not only an amazing blogger, but she is such a great addition to the Misfit Bloggers. I am so glad to have her in our group.
Head on over to A Day In Candiland, and congratulate her on the big move to WordPress.
Once again, Candi is super amazing and you will be wanting sweets if you spend time on her blog!
Blogs I ♥
| April 7, 2012 | Posted by nighlon under |
The Misfit Bloggers are a group of ladies that met during a SITS Girls 31 Days to Build a Better Blog course. We have continued to support each other in our endeavors to be the best bloggers we can be. I owe much of my success to these amazing ladies. Thank you fellow misfitters, I’m sure the future will hold great rewards for each and every one of us.
(These ladies are listed in no particular order of importance- because there is no order, we are a team)
The Dolls Are Alright!
Fashionably Crafty Paris
Look What Mom Made
Three Little Monkeys Studio
Sylver Blaque
These are other blogs that I HEART. These blogs are inspirational, beautiful, and all around fabulous! Thanks for doing what you do!
Life Love Derby (New design coming soon!)
An Elevator Pitch Is Essential: Blogging From A to Z
| April 5, 2012 | Posted by nighlon under Blogging Tips, Branding, Uncategorized |
As many of you know, I participated in The SITS Girls 31 Days to Build a Better Blog challenge. I learned so much and was introduced to an amazing group of ladies that I now refer to as the Misfit Bloggers. These ladies are essential in the NighLon process.
Throughout the challenge, we were presented with various challenges to improve our blogs. They were all fabulous and really did help improve NighLon. However, there was one challenge that I struggled with, and continue to struggle with. The elevator pitch. I love writing them for other people, but when it comes down to the wire for me to write my own, I struggle. I don’t know why, I guess its like bragging on yourself.
I have found the perfect tool to solve this problem. It is 15secondpitch.com and it is amazing!
I was browsing when I ran across this amazing tool. I was skeptical, but that was soon put to ease. This site walks you through each process to help you craft the perfect elevator pitch.
- Who you are
- What you do
- Why you’re the best
- Your call to action
- Preview
My name is Cari and I am the owner of NighLon. I am a marketing consultant specializing in branding and logo design. I pride myself in working closely with clients when designing and assisting with marketing, social media, and branding projects. I have a unique perspective that is based on personal experience, sociology, and past work experiences in promotions, sales, and customer service. Read NighLon.com to get an intimate look into the branding and marketing world. You will like what you see and want me by your side on your next endeavor.
It didn’t need a huge change, but I love it. I’m sure that it will still evolve and NighLon does.
I urge you to visit 15secondpitch and try it out. I think you will be impressed.
Misfit Blogger: Sylver Blaque
| April 2, 2012 | Posted by nighlon under The Best of the Web |
I am so happy to be introducing some of you to a dear friend today.
Some of you already know this spectacular lady!
Sylver Blaque:
The light & dark of it. Travels through foreign minds, and back in time.
Not only is Sylver one of the most interesting people I have had the honor of meeting, she is just an amazing person in general.
Sylver blogs about her gypsy life. She travels the world, studies Journalism, and is a freelance writer. I don’t know how in the world she keeps up with everything because she also works at a wildlife rescue.
Sylver has a blog like no other and always has something interesting to read on her blog.
I think my favorite posts are the Medieval life posts! (I look forward to them every week)
Sylver, thank you for sharing your travels and your unique voice with the world.
Thank you for being a constant source of encouragement, humor, and ideas.
I am proud to be in the Misfit Bloggers with you.
(Don’t forget to snag your award!)
Have you visited Sylver?
You must you must!
Facebook Friday: Breathe, Its Going to Be Okay!
| March 30, 2012 | Posted by nighlon under Facebook, Social Networks, The Best of the Web |
Ready-Or-Not, Facebook is all Timeline now!
I hope you are all prepared for this, with a plan in action. If not, read this post!
In honor of Today being the big day, I am sharing some tips on where to find things on the timeline.
(Thanks to my dear friend Pamela for the idea!)
These are just basic locations for features.
I am borrowing my Misfit Bloggers’ pages for this task, so feel free to stop buy and share some love and likes!
(All the pages are linked!)
This is an easy way to tell where you are on the “time”line. Also- with the timeline, you can go back as far as you want. For instance, you can take it back to when your company’s idea was born.
Your admin panel is where you can make changes to your settings, about, website, and other features.
This is where the bio information that was previously on the left sidebar is now located. It is a good place to put your elevator pitch and website URL.
The like button
The location of your page apps. These are highly customizable.
Friends who like the page.
Your page’s likes. This is a great way for people to get a feel for what your brand is about. GOOD JOB PARIS!
A quick reference to everyone’s posts on your page. This is very beneficial for customer service. It gives new potential customers an insight into what others think of you!
Changing the thumbnail for your photos is a great way to bring in personality!
Just like on personal profiles, it is super easy to update your posts. OR for fans to say hello!
Your statistics! (More on that coming soon!)
My favorite new feature of timeline! Finally, we can message brands!
Oh, the design possibilities with cover photos! (Didn’t Gretchen do a fabulous job?)
I personally prefer the timeline!
What do you think? Do you have any tips? Any questions?
What would you like to see in a future Facebook Friday?
Misfit Blogger: Making our Life Matter
| March 28, 2012 | Posted by nighlon under The Best of the Web |
Well, I have finally peeled myself away from Angry Birds, to write this post.
NighLon has been working with some wonderful women, but more on that in another post.
Today, we are focusing on another Misfit Blogger!
(Remember, we are taking a hiatus from the Best of The Web)
Jen at Making Our Life Matter
Jen is an amazing person, and such an inspiration.
She works, she takes care of her husband and two sons, and is a huge baseball fan.
Somewhere in all this, she still finds the time to blog.
I honestly don’t know where she finds the time!
Jen blogs about being a mom, wife, taking care of her home, baseball, her garden, menu planning, and books!
I love that she is so encouraging and positive.
Even though there are a million mom blogs out there, hers stands out. Her personality truly shines through.
Jen, thank you for bringing your unique voice to the world, and to the Misfit Bloggers!
(P.S. Don’t forget to snag your award)
Other news:
- The twitter party is in the works #twitterformisfits
- There are big changes to NighLon coming, including a new design, and a new portfolio site.
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- Want to enter a giveaway? Go Here:
Date Night idea: Getting Hot in the Kitchen
Stay FABulous!
My name is Cari and I am the owner of NighLon. I am a marketing consultant specializing in branding and logo design. I pride myself in working closely with clients when designing and assisting with marketing, social media, and branding projects. I have a unique perspective that is based on personal experience, sociology, and past work experiences in promotions, sales, and customer service. Read NighLon.com to get an intimate look into the branding and marketing world. You will like what you see and want me by your side on your next endeavor.
