What Size Image Do I Need for my WordPress Post?

What Size Image Do I Need for my WordPress post

People often ask, “what size image do I need for my WordPress post?” Or they post a link from their blog to Facebook, only to find that the top, bottom or sides of their image are cut off, or the image is squished. This can be a frustrating problem if you don’t know what to…

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Commendation from the House of Representatives

Social Spark Media receives SC House of Representatives Commendation

Last night I attended my first Chapin Chamber of Commerce event. The event promoted the mobile business members in the Chamber who don’t have a traditional storefront or office that they work from. I proudly received a Commendation from the House of Representatives as a small business owner and a Certificate of Appreciation from the town…

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How to Get your Blog Shared

how to get your blog shared

One of my favorite resources for web marketing tips is the RazorSocial blog by Ian Cleary. Ian worked with Canva to create this great infographic “How to get your Blog Post Shared 1000 Times.” They’ve broken down the steps you need to follow with tons of great detail. So, if you want your blog to thrive, then…

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What’s the Difference between WordPress.com and WordPress.org?

I like things simple, so I found this great infographic on WPMU.org that illustrates the difference between WordPress.com and WordPress.org. My only disagreement with this infographic is the price for hosting a WordPress.org website. Make sure that whatever host you choose offers “managed” WordPress hosting.  That means that their servers are optimized for WordPress, they guarantee security…

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You Can Create Your Own Website – the Radio Ad Says So!

We’ve all heard the ads on the radio, “Create your own website for free! Easy to Customize! No coding required!” Sure, you can create your own website, but why would you want to? Do you have a secret desire to change careers? If so, then do it! Otherwise, it’s best to leave the websites to…

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Welcome to my Blog!

I’ve been collecting blog ideas in my head since I launched my business. I have so many ideas, tips, philosophies and more floating around in my brain that I want to share. Something has always gotten in the way of getting started, though. I can’t put it off any longer! Keep your eye out for my upcoming…

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