Stop talking and start doing. Eleven items for your punch list to enhance your career and get you on the way to a better life.
Always Be Helping
If someone asks for your help, do your best to give it. Pay it Forward really works in today’s gift economy.
Start a Blog
Take the topic you are an expert on and consistently deliver valuable, relevant and compelling information.
Comment on other Blogs
Read and comment on the 10 most influential blogs in your niche consistently.
Update Your Online Profiles
Be sure they tell your story of why you are unique. Focus especially on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and your Google Profile.
Buy Your Domain (http://youradteam.com)
This is the place where you can control your message about who you are.
Business Card Collection
When you get business cards, make it a habit of getting those people into your online networks.
Professional Photo
Get a professional quality photo and be consistent in using it throughout your online profiles.
Find Distribution Channels
PowerPoint presentations should go on SlideShare or Scribd. Blog content should be distributed via Twitter and Facebook.
Respond to Those Who Talk about You
Monitor Twitter Search and Google Alerts for mentions of you. Be sure to comment on those blogs.
Accept Guest Writing Spots
If people want you to write an article in your niche, the answer is always yes.
Pick Two Associations or Organizations and Get Active
You can’t be involved everywhere. So, pick two and be VERY active. Work to get on the board.
Tags: Advertising, Better Life, Social Media
