Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-05-31

May 31, 2009 by JD · Comments Off
Filed under: Twitter

Why are local businesses important? #MurphyNC http://bit.ly/mCBh3 #
My vision for Murphy NC social networking. #MurphyNC http://bit.ly/rFm2c #
Squidoo lensmasters and marketers are helping each other at Squidoo Marketing. Come join us… http://squidoomarketing.ning.com/ #
Which furniture store do you recommend in Murphy, NC? #MurphyNC http://bit.ly/8p8jI #
Which antiques shop do you recommend in Murphy, NC? #MurphyNC http://bit.ly/Kd4z4 #
Which consignment shop do you recommend in Murphy, NC? #MurphyNC http://bit.ly/zEPpo #
Murphy NC networking community now has its own domain. #MurphyNC http://MurphyConnections.com #
@Moonvine Hi Joan. I’m happy to hear you’re feeling better, too. #
@Moonvine Hi Joan, I’m working on websites, again. Went outside a while to listen to all the birds. #
@Mitch_M Hi Mitch. I’ve been on Facebook several times today with no problems. I’m using Firefox on a Mac. #
@Mitch_M Yep, sounds like a “some-timey” problem. Your Mom is probably right. #
Murphy SpringFest #MurphyNC http://localtweeps.com/svUtzk #
LocalTweeps offers new tool for tweeting about local events. http://localtweeps.com/Create/Event/ #
@AnnetteTush Hi Annette. I was quite sick for several weeks, but I’m feeling much better now. Thanks for noticing. How are you? #
@AnnetteTush That’s very nice of you. Thank you. I try to be real and helpful. #
Senior Center Potluck Dinner – June 5, 2009. Age 55 or older. #MurphyNC http://bit.ly/XkuLL #
@johndilbeck got a grade of 99.0/100 on @grader. Check it out: http://twitter.grader.com/johndilbeck #

Why are local businesses important?

May 25, 2009 by JD · 4 Comments
Filed under: Murphy NC 28906, Murphy North Carolina, Promote Your Business, Social Networking

Today, I have spent some time pondering this question:

Is buying local a form of protectionism or is it something that is truly good for our community?

I can argue for both sides of the question, but I’m coming to believe more strongly that buying local is truly good for our communities.

I was reading several blogs on the topic this morning and was going to write a post with my thoughts on the topic on this blog, but decided it would be more suitable as the start of a discussion on the Murphy NC 28906 social networking forum.

So, instead of writing it here, I’ve created the new forum topic: Why are local businesses important?

I’m specifically wanting to discuss this with people interested in our Murphy, NC community, but others who have constructive thoughts on the topic are welcome to join our discussion either there or by commenting here.

More and more, as time passes, I’m becoming concerned with the economic health of our towns and cities and feel drawn to do whatever I can to help local business owners learn to use the new tools that are coming available to help them promote themselves and their businesses.

In doing so, we’ll also be promoting our towns, local organizations, and people who are working hard to make a difference.

What do you think?

Act on your dream!

Tags: local businesses, Murphy NC, shop local

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-05-25

May 24, 2009 by JD · Comments Off
Filed under: Twitter

This is the first day I’ve felt good in about a month. Maybe my allergies are subsiding, finally. Now, back to work. #
@JuliaChicken Thank you! I’m enjoying feeling better. #
@Mitch_M Hi Mitch. Thank you. I’m happy to be back! #
You are invited to the Murphy, NC SpringFest on June 6, 2009. #MurphyNC More details: http://tinyurl.com/pbctay #
@ExtremeEzine Hi Brian. I also think that family time gets more important as we get older. At least, it has for me. #

Tags: tweets, Twitter

New arts and crafts guide and marketplace

May 20, 2009 by JD · Comments Off
Filed under: Arts and Crafts, Internet Marketing

The following paragraph is excerpted from the press release on PRWeb:
Announcing the Launch of the Most Comprehensive Online Guide and Marketplace for American Arts and Crafts

The new venture, AmericaCreates.com,
AmericaCreates.com, offers electronic storefronts for independent artists while also inviting consumers to explore the artist experience and learn about upcoming creative events and associations in their communities. In addition to selling excellent quality American artwork and fine crafts, America Creates includes easy-to-search databases making it possible for visitors to simply find local exhibitions, classes, artist cooperatives, art schools, guilds and gallery openings, and learn more about specific art techniques.

Later in the press-release, it says, “U.S.-based artists and fine craftspeople – along with guilds, co-ops, art schools, community art centers, museums and galleries- are invited to join the community at no charge.”

Sharon Sinclair, one of the founders, says, “We understand the difficulty many artists experience in marketing their own merchandise. The energy it takes to do this well often leaves little time for their craft. Many have little budget or time to create a Web presence, yet consumers are in search of one-of-a-kind objects with a personal story. America Creates was designed to bring people together and help creativity flourish.”

Tags: artists, arts, crafts, marketplace