Topic: Open Forum
[12:32:41 PM] Ginger Marks says: Welcome all to Networking 101!
[12:33:07 PM] Ginger Marks says: I have some news to share.
[12:33:27 PM] Ginger Marks says: We have booked our very first Guest Speaker for 2009
[12:35:00 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: YAY
[12:35:13 PM] Ginger Marks says: Welcome Sandy.
[12:36:16 PM] Ginger Marks says: Let all your friends know that Next Week's Guest Speaker is Helen Georgaklis. Topic: How to Retire Before You Die!
[12:36:27 PM] Ginger Marks says: You won't want to miss this one.
[12:36:41 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: lol
[12:37:06 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: great topic
[12:37:22 PM] Ginger Marks says: Let's get the word out! I would love to see a huge turn out for our first guest speaker.
[12:38:00 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: so woud i
[12:38:19 PM] *** Vincent Kent joined this chat
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[12:38:24 PM] Ginger Marks says: I am planning on twittering about it
[12:38:27 PM] Ginger Marks says: Hi Vincent!
[12:38:29 PM] Ginger Marks says: Welcome
[12:38:45 PM] Ginger Marks says: I was just announcing our very first Guest Speaker for 2009
[12:38:58 PM] Vincent Kent says: Hello ... EveryOne
[12:39:23 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: yes, twitter
[12:39:26 PM] Ginger Marks says: Helen Georgaklis - How to Retire Before You Die
[12:39:36 PM] Ginger Marks says: next Wed same time, same station
[12:40:21 PM] Ginger Marks says: Be sure to let everyone you know, know about this very timely and important chat.
[12:41:21 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: where doo we send them?
[12:42:00 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: hi vincennt
[12:42:52 PM] Ginger Marks says: the events page for our website, http://www.WINningSisters.org
[12:42:58 PM] Ginger Marks says: So they can find their way in.
[12:43:06 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: ok
[12:43:32 PM] Ginger Marks says: So Vincent, this is your first time among us,yes?
[12:45:06 PM] Vincent Kent says: Yes
[12:45:38 PM] Ginger Marks says: Welcome. Would you like to give us your elevator speach?
[12:45:58 PM] Vincent Kent says: Seems the females that Use Skype have all these ... Groups
[12:46:07 PM] Vincent Kent says: My elevator speech....?
[12:47:25 PM] Vincent Kent says: Would that be my interest and expertise?
[12:47:32 PM] Ginger Marks says: It's a mix of sexes and countries.
[12:47:49 PM] Vincent Kent says: ahh......
[12:47:50 PM] Ginger Marks says: However this is WINning SISTERS Networking 101.
[12:47:51 PM] Ginger Marks says: lol
[12:47:57 PM] Joe Cheray says: Hi ya Vincent
[12:47:58 PM] Ginger Marks says: it's ok, you are welcome
[12:48:04 PM] Ginger Marks says: and yes, that is what it is.
[12:48:13 PM] Ginger Marks says: right, Sandy?
[12:48:24 PM] Joe Cheray says: Hi Ginger
[12:48:24 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: yep
[12:48:30 PM] Joe Cheray says: HI Sandy
[12:48:43 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: hey
[12:48:55 PM] Joe Cheray says: ltnc folks how has everyone been
[12:49:11 PM] Ginger Marks says: Hi Joe!
[12:49:13 PM] Ginger Marks says: Welcome!
[12:49:19 PM] Ginger Marks says: great to see you here.
[12:49:29 PM] Ginger Marks says: Did you read the announcement?
[12:49:33 PM] Ginger Marks says: above?
[12:49:37 PM] Joe Cheray says: no I sure did not
[12:49:38 PM] Vincent Kent says: My interest is helping others to become successful online with their business no matter what it is. My Expertise is Graphics mainly and I'm slowly becoming a Wordpress Wiz
[12:49:45 PM] Joe Cheray says: let me scroll up
[12:49:59 PM] Ginger Marks says: Helen Georgaklis - How to Retire Before You Die! Next Week's Guest Speaker!
[12:50:39 PM] Ginger Marks says: Well, small world Vincent. I am a graphic designer too.
[12:50:43 PM] Vincent Kent says: I have been in the Health and Medical field, Home Construction, and Financial Industry.
[12:50:52 PM] Ginger Marks says: I am also a publishing assistant.
[12:51:02 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: welcome to the wordpress club
[12:51:05 PM] Ginger Marks says: No way! Retired FA here!
[12:51:06 PM] Ginger Marks says: :D
[12:51:08 PM] Joe Cheray says: I know Vincent from the 16 Steps
[12:51:13 PM] Vincent Kent says: O.K. Great... I've been drawing since I was 4years old
[12:51:19 PM] Ginger Marks says: WOW!
[12:51:32 PM] Vincent Kent says: Hi Joe
[12:51:34 PM] Ginger Marks says: I bet you are reallllly talented then.
[12:51:44 PM] Joe Cheray says: can't draw myself out of a paper sack
[12:51:56 PM] Ginger Marks says: Are we all ready to do Bust-A-Link?
[12:52:01 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: let us knoww when ur a wiz
[12:52:09 PM] Ginger Marks says: Joe, lololol
[12:52:19 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: Changing lives, one card at a time
http://www.sandysendfreecard.com
My blogs
http://crashingthrubarriers.com
http://www.squidoo.com/cardsbuildrelationships/
Get your Audio Books here
http://www.audiobookswarehouse.net
My Ryze Page
www.ryze.com/go/istyln
[12:52:31 PM] Vincent Kent says: I like being creative... and art can mean anything from Home Design to a picture on a piece of paper in my opinion.
[12:52:34 PM] Ginger Marks says: Sandy was ready! ;)
[12:52:46 PM] Ginger Marks says: agreed Vincent.
[12:52:59 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: haha, i beat ya
[12:53:07 PM] Joe Cheray says: For digital design and internet how to visit http://wildheartsworks.com
[12:53:23 PM] Ginger Marks says: http://www.DocUmeant.net
http://www.DocUmeantDesigns.com
http://www.WINningSisters.org
[12:53:37 PM] Ginger Marks says: Joe is talented too!
[12:53:50 PM] Ginger Marks says: I was just visiting her site today as a matter of fact.
[12:53:54 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: you make cards, vince
[12:54:02 PM] Vincent Kent says: O.K. I'll add these links to my swipe file.
[12:54:12 PM] Ginger Marks says: :D
[12:54:25 PM] Joe Cheray says: ty Ginger (blush)
[12:54:37 PM] Ginger Marks says: I am really excited about our next week's guest speaker.
[12:54:50 PM] Ginger Marks says: I hope we can all get the word out!
[12:55:11 PM] Vincent Kent says: I mainly like designing Logos... Banners ... and the placement of Text with images.
[12:55:30 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: i see
[12:55:34 PM] Ginger Marks says: I have twittered about it already and put the notice on the WINningSister's Group Board
[12:55:37 PM] Joe Cheray says: I love paint shop pro
[12:55:40 PM] Ginger Marks says: Logos are difficult!
[12:55:57 PM] Ginger Marks says: I am an Illustrator/Photoshop gal myself.
[12:56:03 PM] Vincent Kent says: Yes I've done a few.. and really enjoy doing them.
[12:56:21 PM] Joe Cheray says: I have Photoshop as well
[12:56:52 PM] Ginger Marks says: I don't think you have shared your URLs yet Vince.
[12:56:56 PM] Ginger Marks says: Would you care to?
[12:57:48 PM] *** Ginger Marks added Jerrilynn Thomas to this chat
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[12:57:55 PM] Vincent Kent says: Well I'm in the process of working on my site along with some products and Videos
[12:58:06 PM] Jerrilynn Thomas says: way cool
[12:58:08 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: i have pictureit
[12:58:17 PM] Jerrilynn Thomas says: the new blog allows you to post videos
[12:58:23 PM] Vincent Kent says: so I'm holding out till I'm ready to release
[12:58:24 PM] Joe Cheray says: Hi Jerri
[12:58:25 PM] Ginger Marks says: there you are
[12:58:28 PM] Jerrilynn Thomas says: hi!
[12:58:51 PM] Ginger Marks says: Cool Jerrilynn
[12:58:54 PM] Vincent Kent says: I'll also include a brief Portfolio.
[12:58:57 PM] Ginger Marks says: would you like to share your links too?
[12:59:07 PM] Ginger Marks says: Video is very hot right now.
[12:59:16 PM] Jerrilynn Thomas says: yes. www.womenpartner.com
[12:59:25 PM] Vincent Kent says: http://successbuiltnetwork.com/blog... was my very 1st blog though
[1:01:02 PM] Vincent Kent says: then I realized that I needed to learn SEO so I placed that on the back burner till I really got laser-focused with what I'd like to accomplish with my next site.
[1:01:07 PM] Ginger Marks says: So, since we are here to help each other let me pose the question...What are you working on to promote your business/services this week?
[1:01:48 PM] Jerrilynn Thomas says: I am working on a series of marketing forums that educate people on how to tap into key women in business markets.
[1:02:07 PM] Ginger Marks says: Wow! That sounds really cool!
[1:03:06 PM] Vincent Kent says: I'm writing articles to be posted to article directories that will lead traffic to my site and working on my Gateway site.
[1:03:31 PM] Ginger Marks says: Article Marketing really works!
[1:04:12 PM] Ginger Marks says: What about directory marketing?
[1:04:25 PM] Joe Cheray says: I am still testing google friender to see if it has merit
[1:04:32 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: getting approval from send out cards to put info video on blog
[1:04:34 PM] Ginger Marks says: anyone use that?
[1:04:35 PM] Jerrilynn Thomas says: I have yet to really try article marketing. I guess I should start testing the waters.
[1:04:46 PM] Vincent Kent says: and building relationships with those needing help with learning specific Online Task
[1:05:03 PM] Joe Cheray says: and been working on my Entrecard project this month too
[1:06:05 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: working on book too
[1:06:10 PM] Vincent Kent says: Directory marketing... I believe builds link popularity .. if we're speaking of the same thing.
[1:06:18 PM] Jerrilynn Thomas says: what is your book about?
[1:06:20 PM] Ginger Marks says: what's Entrecard?
[1:06:38 PM] Joe Cheray says: entrecard.com
[1:06:39 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: me lol
[1:06:52 PM] Jerrilynn Thomas says: :)
[1:07:29 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: having a disability
[1:07:39 PM] Jerrilynn Thomas says: very smart
[1:08:01 PM] Ginger Marks says: Sandy is a very special woman!
[1:08:08 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: maybe.........
[1:08:20 PM] Vincent Kent says: will it be a ebook or a paperbound?
[1:08:24 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: ty
[1:08:31 PM] Ginger Marks says: I was in awe of her when I learned about her accomplishments.
[1:09:29 PM] Ginger Marks says: So does anyone have any challenges that they need help with? or questions we might possibly be able to answer?
[1:09:36 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: it may start as ebookk for ccost
[1:10:26 PM] Vincent Kent says: O.K. DC Sandy
[1:10:43 PM] Vincent Kent says: (clap)
[1:11:08 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: $$ to hire VA LOL
[1:11:15 PM] Ginger Marks says: lolol
[1:11:29 PM] Ginger Marks says: VA's are worth their weight in GOLD!
[1:11:44 PM] Ginger Marks says: I know VAs who have VAs!
[1:11:45 PM] Ginger Marks says: lol
[1:11:56 PM] Ginger Marks says: sounds funny but there are all types of VAs.
[1:11:56 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: i know!
[1:12:49 PM] Ginger Marks says: So nobody has an challenges or questions?
[1:13:06 PM] Vincent Kent says: VA ... virtual assistant?
[1:13:16 PM] Ginger Marks says: yes V.
[1:13:59 PM] Ginger Marks says: Well then let me ask you a question? What topics would you like to have discussed here?
[1:14:48 PM] Jerrilynn Thomas says: I would love for everyone to spread the news about WomenPartner International's January marketing forum. In this economy, it makes sense to learn how to strategically market your company state by state. The info is posted on www.WomenPartner.com for you to share. I am more than happy to promote your info too.
[1:14:50 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: Word preess
[1:15:07 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: SEO
[1:15:11 PM] Ginger Marks says: oh that reminds me. I have one more URL
[1:15:19 PM] Ginger Marks says: http://www.HolidayMarketingGuide.com
[1:15:35 PM] Ginger Marks says: Thanks Sandy.
[1:15:41 PM] Jerrilynn Thomas says: I just upgrade to wordpress 2.7. It is simply fabulous but it has so many new and hidden features that it's mindboggling.
[1:15:47 PM] Ginger Marks says: Anyone else have topics they would like to learn about?
[1:15:56 PM] Ginger Marks says: lol
[1:16:07 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: GReat book guys
[1:16:21 PM] Ginger Marks says: You reading it Sandy?
[1:16:26 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: buy it
[1:16:34 PM] Vincent Kent says: Is it allowed to place a Wordpress learning Group here?
[1:16:36 PM] Ginger Marks says: Thanks dear!
[1:16:47 PM] Ginger Marks says: you bet!
[1:17:10 PM] Ginger Marks says: Vincent, would there be someone there who could be a guest speaker on this chat.
[1:17:13 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: yea, wen i gt a few min.
[1:17:34 PM] Vincent Kent says: Perhaps several
[1:17:35 PM] Jerrilynn Thomas says: I know a wordpress expert.
[1:17:36 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: nnot far yet
[1:17:58 PM] Joe Cheray says: I am not an expert on WP but I do know a few things
[1:18:15 PM] Ginger Marks says: Super Jerrilynn. Have her contact me. Am looking for a female to share on that topic here soon.
[1:18:30 PM] Jerrilynn Thomas says: I will contact her shortly and cc you.
[1:18:32 PM] Ginger Marks says: She should first visti the speaker page
[1:18:44 PM] Jerrilynn Thomas says: just direct me.
[1:18:47 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: rather have it in pdf G
[1:18:53 PM] Ginger Marks says: http://winningsisters.org/speaker.html
[1:18:54 PM] Vincent Kent says: we meet on Tuesday... 2pm EST in a Hot Conference room
And another similar Group meet on Thursday 8pm EST
[1:19:33 PM] Ginger Marks says: go ahead and share the link to join, please, Vince
[1:19:36 PM] Vincent Kent says: I'm looking for the links now
[1:19:50 PM] Ginger Marks says: :x
[1:19:51 PM] Ginger Marks says: lol
[1:20:19 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: (punch)
[1:20:45 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: (sun)
[1:21:00 PM] Vincent Kent says: I have to make sure these links are current
[1:21:06 PM] Vincent Kent says: just a moment
[1:23:27 PM] Ginger Marks says: drumming fingers on desk. LOL
[1:23:33 PM] Vincent Kent says: O.K... Hot Confernce Download is ....http://www.hotconference.com/software/conference.php?id=52511302 and the password will be "letsblog" This is the Tuesday 2pm EST meeting
[1:23:44 PM] Jerrilynn Thomas says: cool
[1:24:14 PM] Ginger Marks says: thanks Vince
[1:24:28 PM] Ginger Marks says: I am sure lots of us can use that info
[1:24:38 PM] Ginger Marks says: Come back anytime. ;)
[1:24:39 PM] Vincent Kent says: retrieving Thursday night link
[1:24:43 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: ys
[1:26:57 PM] Joe Cheray says: here is some need to know tech info for everyone http://www.computerworld.com/action/article.do?command=viewArticleBasic&taxonomyName=&articleId=9126349&taxonomyId=&intsrc=kc_feat
[1:26:59 PM] Vincent Kent says: This is the Thursday night 8pm EST Hot Conference Download... no password required to enter room...http://www.hotconference.com/software/conference.php?id=29556606
[1:27:27 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: thx
[1:28:22 PM] Ginger Marks says: Cool beans!
[1:28:39 PM] Ginger Marks says: Well, it looks like we have about five minutes left.
[1:29:20 PM] Vincent Kent says: If anyone has any challenges with WordPress fill free to Ping Me and I'll do my best to help or see that someone helps U find a solution or answer to your problem or question.
[1:29:23 PM] Ginger Marks says: Don't forget next week Helen's topic is How to Retire Before You Die
[1:29:40 PM] Jerrilynn Thomas says: thanks!
[1:29:47 PM] Ginger Marks says: Thanks Vince.
[1:29:48 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: 2 according to mine lol
[1:29:52 PM] Ginger Marks says: LOL
[1:30:01 PM] Ginger Marks says: yes, down to a few seconds.
[1:30:12 PM] Vincent Kent says: How about "How to REtire In a Year or 2" (wasntme)
[1:30:20 PM] Ginger Marks says: So thanks all for coming today and see you next week.
[1:30:25 PM] Ginger Marks says: lolol
[1:30:29 PM] Jerrilynn Thomas says: bye
[1:30:33 PM] Ginger Marks says: Have a WINning Week!
[1:30:36 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: have atomic time'
[1:30:46 PM] Dreamcatcher Sandy says: byee
[1:30:57 PM] Vincent Kent says: Take CAre All