Recently I have been on a mission, a mission to be a better blogger. I truly have a passion for it! I have come to realize that I have so much to learn and will confess that I have a few neglected blogs out there just floating in the blogosphere.

I have to tell you my husband won't have it. I am a computer scientist's nightmare!  "Nope you are a trainer, you Miss Trainer, get with the program."  You have to realize something about my husband he takes his technology very serious.  He is a computer scientist!  He is a what?

OK, he is the first person I ever heard refer to themselves as a computer scientist. You gotta love it!  Living with him I realized he really is a computer scientist and maybe I should swallow my pride and take his advice.

Lately he has been pushing me away from the rain, showing me, making me read, letting me know what I have been missing.  Boy have I been missing, missing the boat that is. I'm lucky, he directs me, he leads the way to places I have never been and beyond my wildest dreams.

 

OK, I am talking about true social networking, spectacular blogging skills.  I have to admit my post are prettier but their content is king!  Take a look at the styles and the subject matter!

My first choice, I used to read once in a while but now I refer to this blog often.  Yes my husband introduced me to it months ago.

Everything you want to know about Web 2.0....  It's just recently everything seems to be clicking, the blogging thing!   What I am reading is finally making sense. 

I have used information from this author for Internet marketing for training session. I can't even pick a favorite article.  So you decide.  The O'Reilly Radar.

 

If you read my posts, you know I need a daily dose of inspiration.  If you need to get inspired or could use words of wisdom.  This is the place to be.  

The funny thing about this blog, RirianProject, the young man Ririan is a college student from Romania.  For a young man he truly is inspiring and full of wisdom.

Check out this article, "19 Battlefied Tips to Survive Stress at Work!"   His articles range from time management to getting fit.  Lots of wonderful reading and beautiful thoughts to get you through your day.


Recently I decided to write something that was really an incredible social networking success story.  It was about my favorite program Jericho. The fans were the reason they came back for a second season. 

The point of the post was to remind everyone how powerful the people are.  Not only did I write one post about Jericho but there was a part two.  I was amazed that I actually had consumer comments, it was that experience that made me realize I wanted to be better. 

The funny thing about one of the consumers she is a blogger had a great blog in the works.  I'm sorry but I assumed she was a he?  Not sure why, maybe the subject matter of the show. 

I visited her blog, I was amazed and really impressed, she really understood social marketing and embraced me!

One of the techniques I like is she has been interviewing fans.

The interviews range from Jericho to CBS, to media.  Her name is Jane but I have referred to her as Jericho Monster!  Her blog has transformed into a true work of art. 

Read her latest post, it rocks....Interview with a BlogTalkRadio host.

Between my new friend Jane and my husband, they both inspired me to be a better blogger.

 

But my favorite read has already been mentioned....I gotta tell it's worth repeating.  This blog's author has quite a sense of humor and quite entertaining.  Again the topic, it's all about the blogging.  ProBlogger..Darren Rouse...You ain't kidding, truly a ProBlogger!

"He is a professional intereactive blogger!"  His post   How is the 31 Days to Building a Better Blog Project Going for You? is a powerful guide to get your neglected blogs whipped into shape.

 

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Good job Midori!  You really went out there cruising around...I just did a little...still in my comfort (fun) zone.

08/17/2007 09:46 PM by Celeste "SALLY" Cheeseman (RA), e-PRO HAWAII Real Estate & HAWAII Relocation (Century 21 Liberty Homes -Mililani, Hawaii)


You and your Jericho.  But I have to admit.  I'm that way about Boston Legal.  Jericho is good and I watch it On Demand late at night.  But I schedule Boston Legal.

08/17/2007 09:56 PM by Chris Lengquist, RIPS (Keller Williams Realty)


Hi Midori - nice post and your choices sound interesting! Sounds like I'm going to need to do even more reading outside my comfy zone here!  Thanks for bringing these to our attention.

Ann

08/17/2007 09:57 PM by Portsmouth NH Real Estate ~ Ann Cummings (RE/MAX Coast to Coast - Portsmouth New Hampshire)


Hi Sally-I have a few blogs that I have not done anything with in months.  I focus on activerain.. but a consumer by the name of Jane made me rethink what I have been thinking.  I'm still in love with activerain.

08/17/2007 10:15 PM by Midori Miller-Daytona Beach Florida Real Estate Trainer (CENTURY 21 Sundance Realty)


Chris-Ahhh, thanks for stopping by.  I do like Boston Legal.  but i am nuts over jericho. 

Ann-Yes, it really has opened my eyes.  It's a whole new world:)  I am taking baby steps...Activerain is still my first love.

08/17/2007 10:33 PM by Midori Miller-Daytona Beach Florida Real Estate Trainer (CENTURY 21 Sundance Realty)


Midori - Great challenge to get out there and venture away from the safety of AR a bit.  Thanks for the interesting links!

08/17/2007 11:22 PM by Laguna Homes|Laguna Condos| Laguna Real Estate|Marlene Bridges (Sherman Smith & Associates)


Midori,

You leave me speechless. You are so kind and I'm thrilled that you like the interviews. I would love to interview you. We could talk about Jericho, blogging, and real estate.

You are doing an excellent job with blogging as I suspect you do with all facets of your life.  I even read your real estate blogging and I'm not in real estate.

Thank you again for your kind words. You always inspire me to do better. I look forward to reading more from you. You're the best. 

 

08/17/2007 11:28 PM by Jane


Oh no!  I'm on the stalker widget and feel compelled to comment so you don't think I did a drive by!  LOL  I like your new picture Midori!  

08/18/2007 06:50 AM by Chris Elizabeth Griffith ~ Bonita Springs Fl Real Estate (Keller Williams Elite Realty, Bonita Springs, FL)


Jane-Yes whenever you like just let me know.  I have to say, thank you for the kind words, they are really inspiring.  Also your blog is really awesome.  I have really seen it transform and we can all learn from you.  Your blog has taken me places that will bring on more readership.  

Your blog will help in my writing.....Thank you Jane! 

08/18/2007 10:35 AM by Midori Miller-Daytona Beach Florida Real Estate Trainer (CENTURY 21 Sundance Realty)


Marlene-I have been fighting it believe me.  I am soooo in love with activerain, but like a website we need to have our own blogs.  I want to continue to grow not only as a blogger but meet more people.  Going outside of activerain has helped me to just that.  

Thank you for commenting and I will see you on your posts.

Chris-You never have to feel obligated to comment, just seeing you on my blog is good enough.  I must be quite the stalker because often times I don't comment for various reasons.  I still like to read them though.  Thank you for the compliment.  I do like my photo too! 

Neal-thank you....Luis's email is scorpionlrg@gmail.com.  Sorry it took me so long....Send it there!  We will work on it this weekend.  Also, thank you for the good luck and right back at you. 

08/18/2007 10:42 AM by Midori Miller-Daytona Beach Florida Real Estate Trainer (CENTURY 21 Sundance Realty)


Bill and Barbara-thank you so much for stopping by and commenting.

08/18/2007 10:42 AM by Midori Miller-Daytona Beach Florida Real Estate Trainer (CENTURY 21 Sundance Realty)


Midori, I never would have found O'Reiley on my own, thanks it was interesting; (at first I was worried it was Bill O'Reilley, then I remember oh , that's the O'reiley FACTOR lol)

08/18/2007 05:58 PM by Carole Cohen Realtor®, ePRO (Howard Hanna Cleveland City Office)


Carole-When my husband first introduced me to it, I reacted the same way!  I love current info!  

08/19/2007 08:21 AM by Midori Miller-Daytona Beach Florida Real Estate Trainer (CENTURY 21 Sundance Realty)


You did a great job with this. I like the first selection about overcoming stress.... I wonder what everyone would think if I started yelling at my desk and playing with my balls.... uh stress balls that is :) Very funny.

08/19/2007 02:18 PM by A Crye-Leike Blogger, Angie Vandenbergh (Crye-Leike, Realtors)


Midori~

Thanks for your look around in the blogosphere. I visited your recommendations...had not found them myself on my recent tour...and found all of them interesting. Like you, I have been on a mission, a mission to be a better blogger. ..so this post added some zest to the 'stew". . .

08/19/2007 02:20 PM by Asheville's GREEN Land & Homes ECO-Steward Realty


Angie-Thank you!  Could you imagine in your office? LOL  Thank you for stopping by and commenting.  See you on your post.

JaneAnne-I definitely was out of my comfort zone.  So happy to take the challenge, but felt a little intimidated!  There is so much incredible info out there.  Thank you for commenting. 

08/19/2007 03:35 PM by Midori Miller-Daytona Beach Florida Real Estate Trainer (CENTURY 21 Sundance Realty)


Wow, another great post.  I see you have found your way out of the 'fog'.  Thanks for all of the information...

08/20/2007 12:00 PM by Albert Terwilliger (Homequest USA INC.)


Albert-I think you can appreciate the Problogger.  It's right up your alley.  Thanks for commenting.

08/20/2007 03:34 PM by Midori Miller-Daytona Beach Florida Real Estate Trainer (CENTURY 21 Sundance Realty)


Out in blog space . . .  So much out there and so little time.  Thanks for the post.

08/21/2007 03:51 PM by Cynthia Sloop (Community Property Manager)


Just trying to get myself out of the rain...it's hard to do!  But I am getting there.  Thanks for stopping by and commenting....

08/21/2007 08:07 PM by Midori Miller-Daytona Beach Florida Real Estate Trainer (CENTURY 21 Sundance Realty)


 Hi Midori, I'm just catching up on my blog reading while I have a few minutes. I'm already a fan of ProBlogger but I'm glad you brought it to the attention of everyone. I'll check out the Jericho Monster as soon as I can, you caught my interest with that one as well. Later...

08/21/2007 11:38 PM by The Blog Artist - marti garaughty (The Art Of Marketing You)


Hi Marti-Ahhh, thanks for stopping by....I like the Jericho Monster site a lot and her style.  When I first saw it, it was good but now she has really updated and it is a great source of information. 

08/22/2007 09:56 AM by Midori Miller-Daytona Beach Florida Real Estate Trainer (CENTURY 21 Sundance Realty)


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