I haven’t plugged too many other websites in a some time, but I figure now is as good a time as any. I’m experiencing a bit of a lull before I start a fresh, new project next week and can’t see myself having much time to add to this blog again until after Labor Day. When opportunity knocks….
Dramatic title notwithstanding, I have to say there are a number of web places I frequent which have helped me out immensely. I believe in giving credit where credit is due so here goes:
Copyscape — So much stuff is ripped off online that keeping track of it all is a must. Because I accept guest posts across several blogs, I need to know that the articles I publish are unique. Copyscape has helped me toss two articles back which means I saved myself from the embarrassment of having to toss them after they were published.
Twitter — Is microblogging crazy, or what? Yes, I spam the heck out of Twitter-what else is it good for?! Seriously, I’ve connected with some new clients including one who used me for one gig and is considering me for a much larger second one. Seriously!
Thesaurus — I rarely open up a dictionary anymore and I can’t recall if I own a thesaurus. There are times I need to reach for a word that offers clarity on something I am trying to convey and this site is a must-have tool for me. Extremely helpful for when I’m working on a magazine article.
YouTube — Who knew that YouTube had such great tunes? No, I’m not talking about the garbled mess a lot of people upload, but dedicated channels with clear, crisp tunes? I’ve been discovering DC Talk and Toby Mac, my youngest son’s favorite artist and I must say his music is inspiring and enjoyable. Love my ear buds….
Google Analytics — Google is ‘da bomb for most things Internet. When it comes to helping me track traffic and where people come in, what they read, where they go and what they do and more, Analytics is an indispensable tool. I just hate it, however, when I discover I broke the code and data isn’t being recorded.
Curiously absent from my list are most social networking sites. That’s because I have chosen to avoid most of them for a season so that I can do what I do best — writing for my clients and getting paid for my work!