Social Media Strategy in 10 Steps
The presentation I recently gave to the members of Independent Writers of Chicago really applies to entrepreneurs trying to understand how to use social media and defining a social media strategy.
Creative Marketing
Marketing for artists has become faster and easier than ever. Free sites such as Twitter, Facebook, and Pinterest allow makers to share their work with the world and put their products in front of as many potential customers as possible. Our section on marketing for artists will show you how to get the most out of online marketing opportunities without feeling like a sleazy used-car salesman.
How Indie Writers Can Make the Most of Social Media
Ever wonder WHY indie authors should use social media? Or HOW to use social media? Just figuring out what to say can be a scary task. This presentation, given by Jennifer Rapp Peterson at the Independent Writers of Chicago, meeting will illuminate the best approach to social media for indie writers — it's all good news.
Get Found on Google: Top 10 Tips for SEO Success
Congrats, you’ve built an awesome website and are ready to sell your products to the world! But how do you get found on Google to reach those potential customers on the web? The basics of SEO success are not as complex as you might think. Read on and learn some simple tips about how to get found on Google.
Market Your Art: How to Get Your Gallery Listing Into Print or Online
In Part 2 of her two-part series on marketing for artists, Elizabeth Burke-Dain shows you what to do with the gallery listings that you wrote for your upcoming art exhibition -- who should receive it, when to send it, and how to help ensure it gets into print or online. Visit Part 1 for tips on how to write a gallery listing that gets you noticed.
New Feature: Sharing Your Stuff On Pinterest
Make it easy for people to post pictures from your IndieMade site on Pinterest.
Marketing for Artists: Submitting a Gallery Listing
Now that you're marketing your art show with a well-written gallery listing, how do you get that gallery listing into print or online? Elizabeth Burke-Dain shares her best tips on marketing for artists: how to create a list of media contacts, when and where to submit your listing, and how to ensure that people actually come to your art exhibition. Part 2 of a two-part series on marketing for artists.
Market Your Art: How to Write a Gallery Listing
Marketing yourself can sometimes feel like an exercise in frustration, but it doesn't have to be. Even if you'd rather be in the studio creating your next masterpiece instead of sitting in front of the computer pitching your show to the press, these tips from Elizabeth Burke-Dain will help you write a gallery listing quickly and painlessly. This is Part 1 of a two-part series on marketing for artists — stay tuned for tips on what to do with your listing once it's written.
Marketing for Artists: Take the Frustration Out of Writing an Art Gallery Listing
Marketing for artists can sometimes feel like an exercise in frustration, but it doesn't have to be. Even if you'd rather be in the studio creating your next masterpiece, not sitting in front of the computer pitching your show to the press, these tips will help you write an art gallery listing quickly and painlessly. This is Part 1 of a two-part series on marketing for artists — stay tuned for tips on what to do with your art gallery listing once it's written.
Be Your Own Boss - Start an Indie Business!
IndieMade was invited to present mini-sessions at the WBEZ event "Making Your Own Job." The event was well-attended by plenty of artist entrepreneurs and indie business owners. Welcome to the new economy, one that is driven by micro- and small businesses. These "indies" are either filling in the gaps with their niche businesses or freelancing, often replacing jobs once held by full-time employees.
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