By guest contributor Tori Bowman.
When choosing social media buttons, less is more. But even when you're trying to keep it as simple as possible, you still have options. Whether you want to stick with black and white, use the original colors, or only use the site's logo, we've got you covered. Here is a round-up of some of the best social media icons from around the web and where you can download them for free.
By Sara Urquhart. Photography by Esparta Palma.
Think of all the things that the word “professional” connotes: put-together, skilled, efficient, and in control. You work hard to create that level of professionalism on your blog, and nothing can reinforce that to your sponsors better than great email habits.
1. Return emails promptly. If you’re corresponding with sponsors, potential sponsors, or business partners, don’t let those emails sit in your inbox. Train yourself to turn them around quickly.
2. Meet deadlines. Send invoices or agreements on time, without delay.
3. Follow up. If you send out an email, invoice, or agreement, and don’t hear back, follow up to find out why.
By Victoria Hudgins. Illustration by Inslee.
Happy Friday. Isn't this illustration such a glorious example of our fabulous blogging lives! No matter what your computer view may be, inspiration is just waiting to be found this weekend. Here are our favorite links to explore while you break for the week:
By Melanie Blodgett. Photography by Shanna Murray.
We've been busy updating the Alt site and thought you might be interested in a couple new pages we've added.
On the Service Providers page you can find the people who can help you get your blog and business to where you want it to be. Providers who can help with design, SEO, or all those legal and financial question you might have. High fives to smart business decisions.
If you've ever been curious as to who is behind the best conference of the year, come meet the Alt team. Get the scoop on each team member and get to know each face so you'll know who to shower with gifts come January.
By guest contributor Monica Lee.
Today's video is an honest chat with Joy, from Oh Joy, on her site redesign. She discusses why she is slowing down posts, letting go of contributors, and how she is challenging herself as a blogger in a new way - seven years after she began.
Oct 22, 2012