But I don't understand...

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                February 3, 2012

            But I don't understand...

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   is to figure out what to do with the seeds. Learn by doing. Actions
   make all things grow. As always, thanks for taking the time to read
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Top story…
“But I just don’t understand Google+”
I hear that a lot these days. It’s a fair point. Everyone’s busy
   already. And who has time for yet another social media distraction?
But hear me out.
Those of you who received the previous issue of CreativeBoost already
   know this, but it’s worth repeating.
Like it or not, Google+ suddenly matters a lot. Because Google now uses
   the content you add there as part of [11]determining your ranking in
   their search results.
     Links:
       11. http://www.seomoz.org/blog/why-every-marketer-now-needs-a-google-strategy
Since this is something all of us who are in the people business have
   to take seriously, it’s a good idea to figure out how to make best use
   of this platform.
Chris Brogan launched a [12]book about this recently. It’s a great read
   and a start for businesses who want to get the basics.
     Links:
       12. http://www.chrisbrogan.com/gplusbook
But then what’s the next step? How do you learn what’s working right
   now?
I’m more of a learn-by-doing kind of guy. Maybe you are, too.
The great thing about G+ is that everyone and everything is new.
We’re all still figuring out what it is and how we can use it.
I’m glad to share what I know and what I’m learning from others.
So here’s what I am doing.
When I see smart ways of using G+, I share it first with a very
   exclusive circle on Google+.
[13]G+UI call it G+U.
   It’s very new. And free.
     Links:
       13. https://plus.google.com/107549428896551470738/posts
One of the great benefits of being a CreativeBoost reader is that you
   get tips and updates from me first.
This is your chance to join that G+U circle.
The G+U circle is about two-way learning. You can share back with the
   rest of that circle exclusively, or with everyone on G+.
That’s up to you.
I simply want to make it easier to share the best of what we all can do
   on this platform.
Here’s what you do.
1) Login to Google+ and add me to any G+ circle (if you haven’t done so
   already).
   2) Send me a private message (or email), and say you want to be part of
   the G+U circle. I’ll add you.
   3) There is no step 3.
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Tell me where it hurts
[14]Reply to this email directly (yup, it goes directly to me). Tell me
   one thing that you’re struggling with right now in your work. Even if
   it’s a minor thing.
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Follow the money
   New research by a top authority on online trends says that methods of
   making money from blogs are changing. According to their survey of
   bloggers, more people now are selling a product, and more are doing
   paid reviews of products. Fewer are using ad networks. The most common
   money-making strategy (35%) was affiliate marketing.
   Source: [6]Problogger
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       5. http://thinkitcreative.com/blog
       6. http://www.problogger.net/archives/2012/02/02/what-60-of-problogger-readers-dont-do-thats-central-to-my-blogging-success
What our clients say
“As a busy entrepreneur who is frequently asked to write articles, blog
   posts and develop compelling content for clients, I’m pleased to call
   on the services of Patrick Gant at thinkit creative. He’s a true
   professional and worth every penny!”
   —Kris Wittenberg, President, [7]SayNoMore! Promotions
     Links:
       7. http://www.saynomorepromotions.com
Ask a writer
Can I start a sentence with “but”?
   Sure you can. You were likely discouraged from doing this in elementary
   school by teachers who first needed to show young students how to
   construct sentences properly. Fact: there is no rule. Here’s what
   Fowler’s Modern English Usage says: “the widespread belief that ‘But’
   should not be used at the beginning of a sentence seems to be
   unshakeable. Yet it has no foundation.” Writing for online audiences
   has to be conversational. People start sentences with “but” all the
   time. Just don’t over-do it.
   Have a question or tip? [8]Submit it here.
     Links:
       8. mailto:pgant@thinkitcreative.com?subject=Re%3A%20Question%20or%20tip%20for%20%22Ask%20a%20writer%22%20on%20CreativeBoost
From our blog
[9]Rethinking what it means to publish today
     Links:
       9. http://thinkitcreative.com/blog/rethinking-what-it-means-to-publish-today
PLUS. Even more ideas to help you unlock the power of writing that
   sells are waiting for you right now. [10]Read on.
     Links:
       10. http://thinkitcreative.com
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