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Social Media

Need to hire a virtual assistant, but not sure where to start?

March 5, 2013

Afrequent topic of discussion among my IBN members and clients revolves around the issue of, “Not having enough time to do it all.” Everyone deals with this issue at different points in their lives, most of all when they find themselves at the helm of a business of their own. But even when desperate for [...]

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Donna Maria Coles Johnson Named 2013 Global Shea Conference Social Media Liaison

February 20, 2013

Today, I’m honored to announce that I’ve joined the team at Global Shea Alliance as 2013 Global Shea Conference Social Media Liaison. You can read the Global Shea Alliance announcement here. For those who don’t know, I have traveled to Africa previously, in particular living for a time in Johannesburg, South Africa, where I taught [...]

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Want to learn how to use Pinterest to expand your business?

January 15, 2013

Donna Maria announces IBN’s Pinterest Success Call with social media strategist Stephanie Nelson.

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#HandmadeChat Q&A No. 31: Social Media and Publishing Tips For Your Small Business

January 4, 2013

On Thursday evenings from 8 to 9pm ET, IBN hosts #HandmadeChat, a Twitter talk show to help handmade entrepreneurs sell more products, have more fun, and be more successful personally and professionally. While the show is aimed mainly at business owners who make and sell handmade consumer products, the topics and discussions can empower and [...]

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What Is The Best Day To Publish An Email Newsletter?

December 17, 2012

Donna Maria shares her ideas and experiences with newsletter publication days.

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Announcing “The 12 Handmade Holi-Days” Multi-Media Celebration!

December 12, 2012

Donna Maria announces the 2012 12 Handmade Holi-Days Multi-Media Celebration!

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The Small Business Marketing Imperative

December 10, 2012

Earlier this month, I had an interesting conversation with a local store owner who is having trouble getting her store off the ground. She opened in September with a ribbon cutting party (I attended), and was well received in the community. Her space is located in an area with good foot traffic. Stores around her [...]

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#HandmadeChat Q&A No. 28: 10 Steps To An Efficient, Effective Content Marketing System

November 30, 2012

10 steps to an efficient, effective content marketing system.

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What’s Your Why?

November 13, 2012

HANDMADE ENTREPRENEURIAL COACHING AND MENTORING The best coaching and mentoring for handmade entrepreneurs is at Indie Beauty Network. Click here to connect at our social network.

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How To Request a LinkedIn Recommendation

November 13, 2012

I enjoy opportunities to use LinkedIn to recommend the work and/or products of people who have enhanced my life. Since I frequently receive requests for recommendation from people whose work or products I have never tried, I thought I’d share these tips to help you request LinkedIn recommendations that maximize your chances of receiving a [...]

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