We’re in the middle of a great transformation in social media right now. Well, it’s been happening for quite some time now, but few have yet to catch on.

If you haven’t noticed: It’s all about pictures! Sites like Instagram and Pinterest are capitalizing off of our new fetish for photos.

Pictures are quick way to communicate a LOT of information. You have to get to the point, because users these days are pressed for time. And why shouldn’t they be? Time is quite valuable. Your marketing strategies have to evolve with your audience or you risk losing them. It’s a tough, but real, truth.

Here’s a glimpse of just how important photos are; let’s look at some numbers. Over 3500 pictures are uploaded to Facebook every second. They bring in the highest number of engagement. Additionally, all of the networks have been updating their features to accommodate this trend. Facebook handed over $730 million dollars to buy Instagram. If pictures weren’t all that important, I seriously doubt that deal would have never transpired.

Now it’s your turn to cash in on the trend. Pics are hot on all sites, Twitter, Facebook, all of them. You have to know how to make your content go viral though, but it’s not as difficult as it may seem. There are some tricks that can help.

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There are rules to this game, just like any other. They’re simple, yet often overlooked by the players. Who really reads the rules before playing a game anyway, right? Nobody I know.

Rule books and instruction manuals are just a waste of paper. They contain everything you could possibly need to know to win, but people refuse to take the time to read them.

Hopefully, this condensed version of the networking rulebook will help. Yes, networking is a game, a contact sport to be specific, but we’ll get into those details later.

Too frequently, we assume that we know the rules, but fail miserably when it’s our turn to play. Networking is not just about getting your business card in the right hands; that’s the least important part of the whole game. Yet somehow, many have been convinced that tossing their business cards to as many people as possible is the way to victory. NOT! We call that "drive-by networking" around here, and that’s a one-way ticket to loserville in our opinion.

If you want to win at this game, follow these 3 easy steps:

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There was something about that Marilyn Monroe.

She was  savvy, gorgeous, alluring, and powerful. She was the ideal example of a modern day Helen of Troy.

Many people feel that Ms. Marilyn became wildly successful because of her voluptuous figure and bouncy  blonde tresses.  Although that assumption may have to be given a lot of merit, I believe Marilyn’s rise to fame had something to do with another undiscussed factor: her clever use of non-verbal communication.

There were countless other attractive, working women in show business during this time, but Marilyn was the one that was able to win the affection of tender hearted teenage boys, and  captivate the fantasies of grown men.

How did she accomplish this? Well, after paying  very close attention, I noticed she possessed the natural ability to channel her inner lover and develope a magnetic presence that was damn near irresistible to everyone that laid eyes on her. The power of her effect was being able to say so much without uttering a single word.

So what does Marilyn Monroe have to do with how you network as a woman in business? A LOT!

As an entreprenueress, you are constantly networking with individuals everywhere you go. Everyone, from the cashier at the office supply store to a high profile potential client at a networking  gala, is constantly picking up on your energy. So, as a networker you have to always be cognizant of the vibes and energy you give off to the people around you.

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As women entrepreneurs, we are always waging war against the clock.

We know that there are only 24 hours in a day, so in an effort to complete

as many tasks as humanly possible, we often cram too many into our schedules.

Needless to say, the end result is…TRAGIC. We become terribly overwhelmed at the thought of

the work that awaits us, and usually only accomplish a small portion of what we set

out to do.

That frustration begins to fester and you can’t help but to envy those business

owners that have managed to conquer the world (or could afford to hire Harry Potter

as there personal assistant). Just kidding. But you get the drift.

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On November 28, 2012, the incomparable Zig Ziglar, 86, died of pneumonia at a hospital in Dallas, Texas. The motivational speaker’s greatest gift was the ability to encourage others to believe in themselves, and for that he will never be forgotten.

One of the most influential videos of my LIFE was Ziglar’s presentation about the importance of setting goals. After I discovered “the formula”, manifesting my goals became a much simpler task. He takes you step by step through the process, but your success lies the follow through. You have to have a map, and stick to the route that is leading to your destination.

Zig Ziglar’s Goal Setting Formula:

1. Write down your objective.

In order to complete a goal, you have to make sure you have a clear vision of exactly what it is.

2. Set a deadline.

Often we procrastinate because we do not give ourselves a set time to complete a task. Write down a reasonable time frame in which you feel you can complete your goal. And stick to it.

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Holistic practitioner and life coach, Kenyatta Auset, speaks with actlikealadythinkliketheboss.com about the importance of spiritual, physical, and mental wellness to our professional lives. Learn how to begin balancing mind, body, & spirit by incorporating some great tips into your daily routines. Kenyatta also provides amazing ways the socially awkward can transform into social butterflies. And you don’t want to miss her tale of personal triumph, where she rejects the traditional linear route to success and blazes a new trail all her own. Check it out.

About Kenyatta:

Kelvon “Kenyatta Auset” Barkley, CEO of A Touch of Amrita LLC, is committed to assisting individuals in balancing the mind, body, and spirit. Kelvon is an oracle, medium, i2 tantra practitioner, teacher, and spiritual guide. She is also a practicing holistic nutritionist, hypnotherapist and life coach. Kelvon is able to touch the hearts of many.

Facebook:www.facebook.com/ATouchofAmritaLLC

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As cliche’ as it may sound, communication IS key, especially to the success of an entrepreneur. Entrepreneurs must be able to effectively communication with clients, employees, colleagues, a plethora of personalities that each require a unique approach. Author, educator, career adviser, Stephania Vereen, is here to show you how to do just that. She covers everything from blogging for business to constructing the perfect elevator pitch, but most importantly Stephania emphasizes the power of genuine connection. We also got her to share her favorite networking platforms! Are you seriously still reading? You have to click ‘play’ for the good stuff.

About Stephania Vereen:

Stephania Vereen, clearly, has a way with words. In addition to freelance writing, running the blog Word of Mouth Today, and authoring the recently published Letters To Words, a collection of personal poetry and essay experiences; Stephania has been a highly sought after educator, career adviser, and youth counselor at a treatment center and group home for troubled, abused and neglected girls. Through all of her actions, Stephania Vereen has enabled a large number of people to see the possibilities the world has to offer them, no matter the roadblocks or setbacks they may have experienced.

Resources:
actlikealadythinkliketheboss.com
stephaniavereen.com
wordofmouthtoday.com

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Tiffany Janay co-owns Organic Blood with her husband and uses her creative skills and knowledge to reach people who are in need through weekly blogging, media, events, eating high vibration foods, and social gatherings.  Organic Blood is creating an evolutionary culture that is moving past sickness and dis-ease and inspires them to express their personal passions and evolve their piece of the world through their creativity and overall love for life. Also an artist of sales and marketing, she is a distributor for high quality eco-conscious products and companies and serves as a brand manager by creating a synergetic harmony between good brands and consumers

Can you tell everyone a little about yourself?

My name is Tiffany Janay and I own Organic Blood with my husband Malik Zakee. I’m in love with nature and living life as Organically as possible and I’m on a path to learning more about who I am and what my mission is while I am here.  I’m all about pushing myself past boundaries that outside forces have created or that I have created for myself.

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Personally, I just turn this song on full blast and let the magic happen, but we have a guest blogger that’s going to give you more professional tips.  Play the song too; it couldn’t hurt J

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