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Re: Did You Ask People To Buy Your Book?

Mari Smith — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 16:39:51 -0000

Hey Warren - I'm a raving fan of Andy Beal too.

I'm certain his new book will be a bestseller... and turn into a classic: *the* handbook for reputation management!! A topic so critical to everyone - from solo businesspeople to the giants.

Andy walks his talk for sure - I'm enjoying watching him create his own buzz. :)

Re: Billion Dollar Secret Meets Selling Books Online.. Do This To Be A Best Seller

Mari Smith — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 01:34:00 -0000

Very well done campaign, Warren! I think there are different schools of thoughts about the whole book launch/bonus campaign concept. I'm a raving fan myself but, bottom line, you can't please all the people all the time, right? You just gotta keep doing what works.

Someone recently told me he purchased a book just to get the bonus package as he saw so much value. That was heartening to hear. As David Mason says, these extra goodies are almost expected now.

As you know, I'm currently working on a similar campaign for Mike Jay.
http://www.upping-the-downside.com/bonus/
From behind the scenes, I'm really seeing what a win:win:win for everyone. We just never know the ripple effect, eh!

Re: The Secret to Selling Books Online

Mari Smith — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 14:23:06 -0000

Good stuff, Warren! There's some real gems here.

I love what you say about go online vs. be online.

We really have to show up in a whole variety of ways and places to maximize our visibility and presence.

I'm following your lead on book marketing - you're the go-to guy for sure! My mentor coach has a book coming out Feb 29 and is seeking JV partners for cross-promotion - full scoop at:
http://www.upping-the-downside.com/bonus/

Re: Michael Port’s Advice on How Small Companies Can Think & Act Big

Mari Smith — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 01:29:30 -0000

Hi heart Michael Port!!! And you too, Leesa. Nice job with this super personal interview. I just LOVE the way Michael communicates - totally from the heart, inspiring, and calling others to a BIGGER mission. Whew! I'm excited to be a part of the Think Big Revolution and eagerly await Michael's book!

Hugs
@marismith

Re: Ready to Uplevel Your Life?

Mari Smith — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 02:54:01 -0000

Fantastic write-up, Alexis!! I am thrilled for your progress and growth. Whew, 2009 is going to be an incredible year for so many of us, eh?! It was such a pleasure to meet you in person and I look forward to staying in close contact with you and Laura Lee now. w00t!!!

Cheers,
@marismith

Re: Hybrid RV?

Mari Smith — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 01:08:08 -0000

Awesome post!! So glad you're considering RVing.

Hubby and I sold our big 2600 sq ft beach home in San Diego along with all our furniture in 7/07 and have been full time RVers ever since. I rather think we're consuming less resources... though I'd much rather have a hybrid RV. And it certainly does depend on how much driving we do. We do strive to live a much simpler life... YET, the simple life can often be so much more complex!! LOL!

Cheers,
Mari
@marismith

Re: Is the Facebook Status Feature Just Like Twitter?

Mari Smith — Mon, 17 Dec 2007 13:08:31 -0000

Good question. It's certainly very similar. You can install a FB app to synch w/your FB status. (Just search for Twitter in FB).

Personally, I prefer using both for strategic purposes as FB Status is short 'n' sweet, but Twitter allows for (a bit!) more text, hyperlinks, ability to follow/be followed etc.

Re: Ten Brutal Twitter Tips

Mari Smith — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 02:42:57 -0000

Excellent post, David!!! I'm with you on all these - 'specially #4. I think the single word tweet peeps don't realize each tweet is an individual indexable web page or how much they clutter up the tweet stream. I like to give thought to every tweet, even a short thank you note.

Btw, here are a few great resources for managing Twitter better - @easytweets or @tweetlater for prescheduling; @tweetbeep (or @tweetlater) for keyword alerts (just like Google alerts but for tweets). Also, http://twellow.com is excellent for finding good relevant peeps to follow.

Cheers,
@marismith

Re: Can Facebook Be Saved From Marauding Invaders?

Mari Smith — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 20:55:49 -0000

Well said, Nancy!!! You rock. Love these sentiments. (Great look/feel to your new newsletter, btw!!)

Gosh, only 78 messages? LOL. I exposed my message count on my Facebook Masterclass yesterday - my students gasped at the 404 unopened. Gak! Many are old. Most I just cannot get to and am handing over to my VA to manage. It's one of the challenges of growing your network as you know.

Thanks for flying the flag of proper socnet etiquette!!

Cheers,
Mari
@marismith

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Re: That’s It… I’m Running for President

Mari Smith — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 06:12:08 -0000

Nancy!!! You are a *total* crackup gal. This is frickin' hilarious. I didn't know you were so hot in politics. haha. Oh my, I might just have to follow in your footsteps and jump on your bandwagon and ride your coattails and bring you more publicity to boot. :D

Cheers,
Mari
@marismith

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Re: Top 50 Coolest Marketers- Viva Visibility Makes the Cut

Mari Smith — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 13:49:48 -0000

Huge kudos to you, Nancy!!! It's all totally fantabulous. Gotta love more visibility and sharing the love... ain't no contest!!! ;D

Big hugs,
Mari
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Re: Best of 2008 Online Visiblity: The Results

Mari Smith — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 02:46:04 -0000

Wowee, Nancy - what a lovely surprise!! Thanks a mil for your kind "best of" choice. I'm honored!!! And I'm with ya for sure re Chris Brogan and Ali Brown. ;) w00t!

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Re: How to Get Tweet Cred on Twitter

Mari Smith — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 19:52:39 -0000

NICE job, Nancy!!! Hoorah for sure - I gotta agree with all you say here... & what cute graphics too!! ;)

I do like auto DM's 'cuz I send them myself so don't mind to receive... though I find it fascinating to read the whole spectrum of approaches. With the overly promotional "that's enough about me, now what do *you* think about me?" type of DM's, I usually put it down to brand newbs just really not knowing the culture of Twitter or social networking or relationship marketing on the whole.... okay, just really not knowing, period. LOL!

Cheers,
@marismith

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Re: Getting Along: When Conflicts Arise in Social Media

Mari Smith — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 14:08:39 -0000

Tough one to write about, Nancy - good job. I wrote a chapter for Coach Deb & Warren Whitlock's book, The Twitter Handbook, all about managing the "trolls" on Twitter... I really need to put it up as a post too! My stalker continues to bug me from time to time despite the 21-steps I've taken. lol! ;)

I really see all the huge social networks as a micro of the macro - there's oddballs, opportunists and plain inappropriate peeps all over the planet. Social sites give people a voice, but some don't know where to draw the line.

The good thing is we are moving into a totally transparent world; there's nowhere to hide. Those who choose to air their grievances publicly online never know who's watching them and choosing not to do business with them because of certain behaviors. Shame.

Btw, see also this recent article on Marketing Profs about the "Darkside of Twitter" oooooh!!
http://www.marketingprofs.com/9/dark-side-of-tw...

Cheers,
@marismith

Re: Michael Port’s Advice on How Small Companies Can Think & Act Big

Mari Smith — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 01:29:30 -0000