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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Dad Writings
Happy Holidays to All!
This is the time of year to focus on more personal things in life: family, personal goals and accomplishments and more. I am thankful for what I have and that I still have my family and home. I have h…
- December 23rd, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: GeorgePasswater.com
Treat Your Business Blog Seriously to Create Customer Satisfaction
Do you already have a business blog, but you aren’t getting a return on it? Could you have planned it out all wrong or didn’t even plan at all? Many businesses hear the word blog and think things…
- December 17th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: GeorgePasswater.com
Are You Spending Too Much Time On Social Networks?
We all do it. Social Networks are everywhere and we can’t get enough of them. Everyone wants to communicate something, find new friends or find old friends. Some tell you that they are eating br…
- December 15th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
Simplicity and Consolidation
I have made a decision I have been thinking about long and hard these few months – I have decided to shut down this blog. To simplify things, I will be moving some of the content on this blog to…
- December 14th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: GeorgePasswater.com
Are You Inspired to Do More With Your Business?
How is your business growing? Is it on its way to success? Do you feel fear or uncertainty in growing your business? Do you have a fear of technology, Social Media or just confused by it all? Instead…
- December 11th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: GeorgePasswater.com
Why Keeping Things Simple Will Lead to Business Success
You hear it and see it everyday – social media, blogging and much more will make customers flock to your business. This will creating lots of sales and make you lots of money. Sometimes this is true…
- December 7th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: GeorgePasswater.com
27 Ways to Help You Find More Work
To get customers, you need to go seek them out. Do you really think if you create some sort of great product or service, customers will just flock to your door? Wish it did work that way, but it doesn…
- December 5th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: GeorgePasswater.com
How Childhood Sharing Will Help You in Social Media
When you were growing up, how many times were you told to share with other children. For me, sharing my toys was a good thing. I got more kids to play with me and many would share their toys with me.…
- December 4th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Dad Writings
How a Video Game Taught My Child About Quitting
“It’s too hard; I can’t do it, I quit!” These were the words from my 5-year-old daughter. We were playing Wii Sports Resort and she was playing the sword duel module. She was in a duel to k…
- December 2nd, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
How to Improve Customer Service [Podcast]
What is customer service to you? To me, customer service is the process from beginning to end and after of how you interact and treat your customer. If you don’t care, your customer will go elsewher…
- December 1st, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: GeorgePasswater.com
How Holiday Leftovers Can Help Your Business
First, I hope everyone who celebrates Thanksgiving had a great holiday. Second, do you have a lot of leftovers from the holiday? Are you making turkey sandwiches, turkey casserole, and putting turkey…
- November 25th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
New Developments Coming
I have been working hard on different projects lately. With the holidays coming and all, I want to get as many things done as possible; this includes personal projects. I have redone my personal site…
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: GeorgePasswater.com
What Are You Thankful For This Year?
There are many things I am thankful for this holiday season. I give thanks for what I have and not dwell over what I don’t have – After all, a huge pile of cash would be nice, but that’s not…
- November 23rd, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: GeorgePasswater.com
What Questions Are You Asking Your Clients?
Not asking the right questions of your client can lead to a failed project. As a writer, it is your job to create emotions in your readers. Your content should move them to take action. To create the…
- November 19th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: GeorgePasswater.com
Ready to Build a Connection?
I love to build relationships and make new connections. After all, isn’t that what Social Media is about? It is Social Media after all. If your not interacting, why even both entering the space? I u…
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
10 Things to Help You Start Your Freelance Business
Are you looking to go out and work on your own? Are you ready to take the plunge into freelancing? Where do you start? Here is a basic checklist to help you get started. 10 Things to Help You Start Yo…
- November 17th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: GeorgePasswater.com
15 Ways to Find Inspiration for Your Writing
Where do you find your inspiration? To a writer, writing is a love and a passion. Many write about their passion. Others write stories that entertain us and some write about writing. No matter what yo…
- November 12th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: GeorgePasswater.com
How NOT to Sell on Twitter
Twitter is a great tool for networking and collaborating; it should not be used as a selling machine. I like to socialize and meet new and interesting people. I use Social Networks to connect and buil…
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
Freelance Writing Jobs for November 12, 2009
Here are some Freelance Writing Jobs for today, November 12, 2009: Web: Dev / Apps / Design Blogger Health/Exercise/Nutrition Writer Men’s Online Lifestyle Magazine (Need Writers) Over 50’…
- November 11th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
How to Use Blog Commenting to Start a Conversation
Blog commenting is one of the best ways to promote you. Do you comment on other blogs? Do you interact with the blogging community? To build your personal brand, you need to get your name out there; c…
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Dad Writings
What Are You Thankful For This Holiday Season?
The holidays are a time for giving and giving thanks. Too many focus on getting gifts and not enough on the reason for the season. This holiday season, we should think of those less fortunate; some do…
- November 10th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
Freelance Writing Jobs for November 10, 2009
Here are some Freelance Writing Jobs for today, November 10, 2009: Personal Finance Writer/Virtual Assistant Home Decor Blogger Healthcare/Patient Advocate Blogger Marketing/PR/Blogging Intern Writer…
- November 2nd, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
Freelance Writing Jobs for November 3, 2009
Here are some Freelance Writing Jobs for today, November 3, 2009: Personal Finance Writer Fitness Blogger Beauty Blogger News writer/editor for online news site (Texas) Experienced ebook copywriter He…
- October 30th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
How You Can Use Failure to Become a Success
Failure is a scary word for many. It strikes terror in the hearts of many throughout the land. Now why is that? Why do so many people have a fear to fail? This being Halloween and all, I was thinking…
- October 28th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Dad Writings
Health Insurance – A Love-Hate Relationship
Health insurance. Some love it. Some hate it. Most love AND hate it. There are some that even say it is a love-hate relationship. I have one of these relationships; for me, marriage is much easier! Th…
- October 24th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
Link Love for October 24, 2009
Hello to all! Here are some links I gathered for your reading enjoyment. Enjoy. Links from around the web for freelance, Social Media and more for October 24th, 2009: Is Anyone Really Listening? Socia…
- October 21st, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
How To Create a Rock-Solid Elevator Speech
Have you given a speech before? I am sure you have; I have given so many, I have lost count. Communication and speaking are key skills to have as a freelancer or just in business. To properly communic…
- October 16th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
Why Disclosure is in Your Future
According to Wikipedia, disclosure means: “The giving out of information, either voluntarily or to be in compliance with legal regulations or workplace rules.” You are probably asking, “What t…
- October 13th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
Do You Put Twitter On Your Business Cards? [Poll]
As a freelancer or small business owner, you need to have a good elevator pitch and a supply of business cards. Who knows when you might get an opportunity to pitch to a potential client. When you hav…
- October 11th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Dad Writings
I Don’t Remember Toys Like Those When I Was Growing Up
I grew up playing with toys like G.I. Joe, He-Man and Star Wars; I actually have a few of them in my closet. In those days, you were lucky to get the kung-fu grip on your action figures. Today, we ha…
- October 10th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
Link Love for October 10, 2009
Hello to all! Here are some links I gathered for your reading enjoyment. Enjoy. Links from around the web for freelance, Social Media and more for October 10th, 2009: Kill Your Good Ideas Four Ways to…
- October 7th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
10 Places to Go for Freelance Jobs
If you’re reading this, you do or looking to do some kind of freelance work. No matter what type of freelance you do, there are certain things you must know to be a successful freelancer. One very i…
- October 2nd, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
Link Love for October 2, 2009
Hello to all! Here are some links I gathered for your reading enjoyment. Enjoy. Links from around the web for freelance and more for October 2nd, 2009: 12 Useful Facebook Wordpress Plugins For Blogge…
- October 1st, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
Making Money With Podcasting
When you create content for your blog or web site, you have many options to choose from. Some of the content that can be created is: Writing Photos Video Audio When done correctly, any one of these…
- September 29th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
Why You Need a Backup Plan
Whether you are a freelance designer, developer or writer, you probably create files and lots of them. Documents, graphics, videos, databases take up space and require a certain amount of storage to h…
- September 24th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
What’s Your Biggest Question About Social Media?
What’s Your Biggest Question About Social Media? I ask this question most when I speak with businesses and individuals about their businesses. Social Media is all around us today in one form or anot…
- September 21st, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
Plan Your Time For More Productive Freelancing
In freelancing, you don’t punch a time clock. You work on your own schedule. When you work on your own schedule, do you actually plan your time? Do you get up whenever you want and work until all ho…
- September 18th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
Are You Using Alltop?
There are many web sites and blogs on the Internet. Everyday, there are thousands of sites added. That’s a lot of content huh? With so many sites to choose from, where do you begin? One tool I love…
- September 16th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
Don’t Let a Fear to Take Action Hold You Back From Success.
As a child, you have fears of monsters and the dark. We overcome those fears when we grow up and attach other fears to replace the childhood fears. In business and life, one fear can stop you from ach…
- September 11th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
Special Needs Parenting – A Review of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Welcome. How are you today? I hope this post finds you in good spirits. I recently went through something in my life as a parent and wanted to share it with you. If you don’t want to read it, no…
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Dad Writings
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Review
As I wrote before, I recently finished doing Hyperbaric Oxygen therapy treatments for my youngest daughter. The experience was wonderful and the personnel there were great. I want to thank everyone th…
- September 9th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
Social Media Tip: Provide Multiple Ways For People to Contact You
In Social Media, you need to get out and get yourself seen and heard. You need to build relationships and forge bonds with others. One way of doing this is to make sure you have multiple contact point…
- September 4th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
Link Love for September 4th, 2009
Hello to all! Here are some links I gathered for your reading enjoyment. Enjoy. Links from around the web for freelance and more for September 4th, 2009: Living The 2-Hour Workday: What Is A Travel Bu…
- September 2nd, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
Listening In Social Media
In Social Media, there is a lot of scrambling to get the word out about a product or service. Many will go out of their way to build big websites and blogs that cost thousands of dollars to market the…
- August 27th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
Link Love for August 28th, 2009
Hello to all! Here are some links I gathered for your reading enjoyment. Enjoy. Links from around the web for freelance and more for August 28th, 2009: Blogging Is Not Just About Money – It Is Also…
- August 26th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
Freelance Marketing Rules and Principles
Becoming a freelancer is a decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly. When you work for a full-time employer, you only focus on your area. As a freelancer, you do everything. Not only will you do…
- August 21st, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
Free Screencasts for Twitter and More
As someone that is always looking for interesting and valuable tools, I came across a screencasting tool that is unique. It works together with Twitter via a web-based app to capture screencasts on yo…
- August 18th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
Social Media Trends of Today and Beyond
I am a freelance writer, blogger, technologist and consultant. I do writing and web marketing for a array of different clients. One of the things I offer a client is Social Media Marketing and promoti…
- August 14th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
Link Love for August 14th, 2009
Hello to all! Here are some links I gathered for your reading enjoyment. Enjoy. Links from around the web for freelance and more for August 14th, 2009: What Can Expensive Tuna Teach You About Marketin…
- August 12th, 2009
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gpfree has posted a new entry on: Tips on Technology, Blogging, Writing and More.
Using Personal Deadlines To Improve Your Freelance
Just about every freelancer has deadlines set for client work. Clients want things yesterday and want them done in a certain way. As freelancers work on client projects, there will always be some kind…
