What the heck is the Facebook Recommendations Bar? Is it something you belly-up to? Is there a happy hour? Critical questions that I had to look into. Unfortunately I found out that there wasn’t beer involved. But let’s take a lot at what it does do. This new Facebook Plugin is installed onto your website [...]
Are Facebook’s Promoted Posts Worth It?
Short answer: No. OK, OK, things are never that easy. So I’ll answer with a wishy-washy “sometimes”. With all the new Facebook advertising options out there how do you choose? Do you go with a Sponsored Story, a regular Facebook Ad, Facebook Offers, Checkin Deals? Or do you just move to a small island that [...]
Everything You Need to Know About Pinterest
I’m warning you, this is an Epic post. Grab a cup of coffee and find out everything you need to know about getting started on Pinterest. Make sure you follow me at www.Pinterest.com/GrandmaMaryShow Getting Started on Pinterest Step 1: Request an Invite Just go to www.Pinterest.com and click the Request an Invite. Invitations are typically [...]
5 Creative Ways Businesses are Using the New Facebook Timelines
Are you wondering how businesses are creatively using Facebook’s Timeline features? You may have read my recent post on Social Media Examiner about all the changes here: 7 New Facebook Changes Impacting Businesses But as businesses adapt to the changes, what Timeline Features are being used well? Take a look at these examples of how [...]
How to Create a Custom URL for Your Facebook Group
Are you using Facebook Groups? If you want to let people know about your group easily, you’ll want to create a custom URL. We’ve been creating custom URLs for Pages but did you know you can also do it for your Group? It’s easy peasy. Watch my short tutorial on where to find it and [...]
Publish Your Book on Amazon.com in 3 Easy Steps
Do you want to be a published author? It’s not as hard as you think! You can get your book onto Amazon in 3 easy-peasy steps! Today I’m very excited to welcome James H. Byrd with a special guest post to tell you how to do it! I have a special affinity for James because [...]






