TCC's Top 10 Links of the Week

It's been a long hard week folks. I have been making some changes to the blog. But I couldn't leave you hanging for your weekly dose of link love. In the coming weeks the links will be a little more organized based on content (i.e. coaching, business tips, social media). I am always looking for ways to make things easier for you. Which is why I started the Top 10 Links of the Week. As always, feedback is greatly appreciated. So sit back, relax, and happy reading!!!

1. How To Get Into Events for FREE @womengamechange
2. 4 Ways to Grow Your Blog Today @clumsycrafter 
3. 8 Best Website Resources to Grow Your Small Business @smallbizlady
4. How to Find Your Life Purpose: 25 Discovery Questions @prolificliving
5. 52 Ways to Market Yourself & Your Business by Creating @womenceo
6. How to Find Joy in the Daily Grind @NadiaGoodman
7. 60 Simple Ways to Increase Your Twitter Followers @Wishpond
8. Branding Versus Monetizing A Blog @Soulati
9. 7 Productivity-Boosting Tools to Fight Procrastination @sarahang5
10. 26 Creative Ideas – How to Be Creative When Creativity Is Blocked @Brainzooming

Making More Changes

I know that I just made some updates to the blog. But after getting some awesome feedback at the Blog Elevated conference, more changes are coming. Change is hard, but necessary for growth. So over the next couple of weeks, I'll be taking a break to refocus my efforts to give you the best content possible. The Top 10 Links of the week will still be available over the next couple of weeks. I am also preparing a guest post for Social Solutions Collectives. In the mean time, please take time to browse around. Tell me what you like and don't like. I can take it.



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TCC's Top 10 Links of the Week

It's Friday, and I will be attending the Blog Elevated this weekend. But don't worry. I still have your favorite weekend treat ready to go. So for those you unable to attend the conference, I will be sure to share what I learn. And there is a lot to learn. In the mean time, allow me to share the goodies I found this week. I know you're ready for some good reading, and I aim to please. As always, if you think something should be added or deleted, let me know. Feedback is always appreciated. So without further ado, here are your Top 10 Links of the Week!!!

1. Find Your Why to Improve Performance - @leadyourteam
2. The People in your life - @ConsultBrandy
3. The Perceived Definition Of Success For Women Professionals - @NicoleLeMaire
4. Infographic: Twitter Tweet Cheat Sheet To Increase Engagement - @heyo
5. Content Curation Guide for SEO - @tech_magnate 
6. 62 tips for your social media marketing toolbox  - @FirebrandTalent
7. Time projection imagery - @carthagebuckley
8. 6 Effective Ways to Build Relationships and Expand Your Network - @DanielSharkov
9. 75 Twitter Rules for Businesses - @jennherman31
10. 55 Fresh Examples Of Creative Single Page Website Designs - @instantShift

Video of the Week: You're Already Awesome. Just Get Out of Your Own Way!: Judson Brewer MD, Ph.D. at TEDxRockCreekPark

Do you know you're awesome? Well, you are. But more often than not, we get in the way of our own awesomeness. And that sucks. Sometimes we have those periods of incredible focus where everything seems to come naturally. But usually we are so stuck in our own heads that we don't allow the creative juices to flow. Watch Dr. Judson Brewer, MD, PhD as he discusses those moments of "flow state" and how to have those moments more often. It's a pretty short video, but well worth your time. So take a few minutes and learn how to go with the flow.

Twitter Tools to Make Your Life Easier - Part 1

I have to admit that of all the social media platforms, I probably like Twitter the best. It's easy to use. You can engage directly with your audience. And it's free. Can't beat free. I've also made more connections  on Twitter than on any other platform I've used. But I don't have time to send tweets all day. I'm a working girl. So I used other tools to make my life easier.




Hootsuite - If you're super busy, but need to tweet on a regular basis, Hootsuite may be the tool for you. Once you sign up, you can connect your Twitter account and schedule your tweets at regular intervals. While  the free version allows you to load tweets one at a time, the paid version allows you to upload multiple tweets. The paid version also allows you to create reports analyzing your tweets. But if you're just using it to schedule tweets during the day or night, the free version is just fine.

Buffer - Free app. Need I say more? Buffer will share content (blog posts, videos, pictures) with your audience. You can sign in with your twitter account. You can use Buffer button on Chrome, Safari, or Firefox. App is available on iPhone or Android. The cool thing about Buffer is it allows you to send out the same tweet multiple times a day. This is great if you are marketing an event or service and the tweet doesn't change. Buffer also spaces out your tweets for you. But you can change the times you want the tweets to go out.

Tweet Adder - If you're really serious about automating Twitter, this may be for you. Tweet Adder is a program that can be used on Mac, PC, or Linux. You can download the software before purchase, but full activation doesn't cost very much. Price ranges from $55 for 1 profile to $188 for unlimited profiles. Tweet Adder allows you to automate everything from finding new people to follow to sending out direct messages. I think this is a good investment if you're a hardcore marketer. But if you're just starting out, free tools are fine.

There are many more tools out there, hence the Part 1 in the title of this post. We will explore more tools next week. I think this is enough for now. Plus I want you to visit again. Until next time, peeps.

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Quote of the Week: Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Willing is not enough; we must do. Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Quote of the Week: Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Willing is not enough; we must do. Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

I went to school with a man who was old enough to be my father. We'll call him Tommy. He was a legend on campus. He was highly intelligent. But Tommy had been in school longer than I had been alive at that point. And when I graduated, he was still taking classes. Rumor had it that he was one class away from completing almost every degree on the school offered. An amazing feat. Except for one thing. Tommy wasn't doing anything expect acquiring knowledge. I'm not saying knowledge is a bad thing. Knowledge is wonderful. It's the application of the knowledge that is important. For that matter, it's one thing to say you're going to be an entrepreneur or you're going to dominate your industry. You can have desire and will power all day. But if you're not taking action and putting in the work, you're all hat and no cattle.

So what's holding you back? Is it a lack of confidence? Do you lack direction? We're here to help. Be sure to check out our products and services pages to see how we can help you get out of the rut you're in. Start moving forward today!

Also, if you have a niche, we want to know about it. Here's your chance to be featured on our blog. Just go to the niches page and fill out the form!

Updates to the Blog

If you have visited the blog lately, you have probably noticed a few changes. I made the changes to make the blog more user friendly and to let you know about some of the products and services I offer.

About - Learn a little about me and my qualifications.

Products - I offer several e-books and assessments to help you. Whether you have a lack of confidence or difficulty managing people, these resources are sure to help strengthen those weak spots.

Services - If you would like one on one attention, I offer coaching or psychotherapy depending on your needs. Group coaching is also available. Please be advised that I will either be your coach or therapist. Never both. For psychotherapy, insurance is not accepted at this time.

Niches - I love helping my clients find their niche. But I want to hear about yours. If you want a chance to bee featured on my blog fill out the form and submit.

Well, those are all the recent changes to the blog. If you have any questions, comments, or constructive feedback, please post below.


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