Are you faking it on Twitter? Check now!

Some companies are impatient, lazy or simply unable to increase their Twitter following so instead opt for another route to Twitter following fame. How you may ask? By buying fake followers! Yes it is possible, but be warned it’s not a good strategy. I found this enlightening post from my good friend Chris McGillicuddy from The Brand Geeks on LinkedIn Pulse and I thought I’d share it with you. Why “FAKE IT ‘TIL YOU MAKE IT” doesn’t work on Twitter. What are fake followers and why would you want them? This is probably the first question you are asking yourself

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10 Blogging Tips for Beginners

I recently held a one-day training course on Blogging for Beginners and from that I have devised JSB’s top 10 blogging tips for beginners. I’m sure you may have your own, so please feel free to suggest them. Image source: www.brainsonfire.com I love blogging and those individuals and/or companies that blog experience higher traffic and engagement. A 2014 Hubspot survey showed that marketers who have prioritised blogging are 13 times more likely to enjoy positive return on investment. It’s also great for putting a face to your brand, so why not give it a try? My preferred blog platform is

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Launch of JSB Personal Blog

This weekend I launched my new personal blog at www.joannesweeneyburke.ie. I’m a mother, wife, business-owner, author, speaker, motivator, mentor, challenge-seeker, radio-head and I love my voice. Once suppressed, ‘tis no more. I’ve a colourful story, which is pretty black and white to me. I live to inspire, to learn and to impress. Impress the importance of positivity, self-belief and the value of you. I do lots, I like to do lots, but I always like to see results. Positive results. I’m ok at falling down, and getting back up. Happy to graze my knees or break a few emotional bones.

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