Article by Wendy McCance

Every now and then I am lucky enough to stumble across some new information that I am unaware of.  Today, I stumbled across some links that I just had to share with you. If you are looking to get more out of your blog and already have the basics down, trust me when I say these links will thrill you.

• Would you like a tool to help you get screenshots?  Amy Lynne Andrews has an incredible post on screenshots that takes you through the process step by step.  http://amylynnandrews.com/how-to-take-screenshot/
• Amanda DiSilvestro has a post on social sharing.  She mentions 3 social sharing sites that I have never heard of.  I looked into the sites and have signed up.  I am especially excited to use Viral Content Buzz. I can’t wait to see if sharing content on that site makes a difference in my traffic.  http://moz.com/ugc/need-a-new-tool-3-social-sharing-tools-that-do-something-specific
• Have you ever wanted to create a header image for your blog? Check out this post by Julie Deneen.  She takes you step-by step through the process at:  http://www.fabulousblogging.com/2013/02/creating-a-header-image-for-your-blog/
• Ian Cleary has an awesome article on content sharing.  He has found several tools which can help you get the most out of every post you write.  http://www.razorsocial.com/content-sharing/
• I love the Social Media Examiner.  I am never disappointed with the posts I read.  This article on using pictures to tell a visual story is a must read.  Several social media platforms are broken down so you can get the most out of each site.  http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/visual-stories/#more-54635
• Adrienne Smith has put together a step-by step instructional video to teach you how to add a picture to Twitter and why it’s important.  A great blog too!!  Full of fabulous information.  http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/visual-stories/#more-54635
• Last but not least, a little bit of everything.  Marc Andre has put together a list of 50 resources for bloggers.  My personal favorite is the Google Keyword Planner.  http://profitblitz.com/niche-website-resources/

I hope these links give you some new ideas for your blog.  If I have missed something you think our readers would love to know about, please mention it with a link below in the comments.

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Wendy McCance is a Michigan based freelance writer and social media consultant. Wendy has gained attention as the founder of the popular blog Searching for the Happiness which can be viewed in 9 local papers online, including the Oakland Press. The combination of writing skills and social media knowledge is what makes Wendy such a powerhouse to work with. Stay tuned for opportunities to advertise, guest post and as always, have your questions answered.

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