by Melissa Ward-Rathbun | Life
Have you ever been in the middle of a great conversation, only to have it suddenly turn into an argument? You’re asking yourself what the hell happened, as the other person in now going off on some tangent that makes no sense to you at all. While you sit there...
by Melissa Ward-Rathbun | Life
I’ve always been a firm believer in the human spirit. We hear stories about how one person overcame extreme odds to succeed at some goal they set for themselves. Take Silken Laumann. Silken was training for the 1992 Summer Olympics when she was in a...
by Melissa Ward-Rathbun | Social Media Markeing
I see too many business owners posting and over posting in the social networks with giving any thought to what they are sharing and how it impacts their bottom line. Doing a social media audit is one method of figuring out how to use your time efficiently. To perform...
by Melissa Ward-Rathbun | Social Media Markeing
I know – it’s a dog eat dog world. Every man/woman for himself. Especially, it seems, if you are in real estate. Agents are 1099’s, they technically work for themselves and live off of commissions. The industry has been designed to create competition even for those...
by Melissa Ward-Rathbun | Social Media Markeing
Increase Engagement One of the most essential parts of posting on Instagram is the engagement your content brings. Your engagement can often be seen as a proxy measurement for how valuable your content is. The higher your engagement, the better. Make sure that your...
by Melissa Ward-Rathbun | Social Media Markeing
Types of Instagram Guides There are a number of different ways you can promote your business through Instagram guides. The three main types of Instagram Guides that can be used in different ways to benefit your business. are products, places, and posts. If you have a...
by Melissa Ward-Rathbun | Social Media Markeing
Guides are the latest feature that Instagram has released to creators. As Instagram guides are still new, there are a lot of advantages to being some of the first users to start to produce incredible content on this new form of post. There are a few secrets to...
by Melissa Ward-Rathbun | Business Development
In the age of coronavirus, it has become more important than ever for every business – large or small – to have the ability to reach their customers in the digital realm. With thousands of businesses shutting their physical doors, the need to throw open...
by Melissa Ward-Rathbun | Website Design
Missed opportunities are abound on your web site for improving your search ranking and being able to reach out to audiences who have a disability. What does it mean to be ADA Compliant? The Americans with Disabilities Act (also known as ADA) is a comprehensive civil...
by Melissa Ward | Social Media Markeing
For the love of books! What is wonderful about social networking is virtually gathering with a group of interesting people and discussing interesting things. If you love book clubs, talking about the latest novel or self help book you have read, then the below sites...