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about 2 minutes ago @craftmoore Hi. wasn't there any chat today the usual time? #crafterminds

about 2 minutes ago RT @styrocrafts: @crafterminds: Next week: "How to generate traffic" #crafterminds about 2 minutes ago Good thing there is a recap! :) RT @rhonda_greene: Oops! Got so wrapped up in a dollhouse project that I missed #crafterminds! #crafterminds about 2 minutes ago Great topic. RT @crafterminds: Next week: "How to generate traffic" and check CM site later today for transcript of this chat #crafterminds about 3 minutes ago rt @erinmharris Proposal: If anyone wants to be "About page buddies" (read and review each other's pages), DM or email me. #crafterminds about 3 minutes ago Proposal: If anyone wants to be "About page buddies" (read and review each other's pages), DM or email me. #CrafterMinds about 4 minutes ago Agreed! RT @crafterminds: homework, if you don't have an About page, get ONE. Anything!! Contact info & headshot at least #crafterminds about 5 minutes ago Off to make Frickles for the first time, hope I don't burn down the house! Bye, all! #crafterminds about 5 minutes ago Ditto!! RT @crafterminds: Thanks everyone for joining in. I just love chatting with you every Monday! Such good stuff today. #crafterminds about 6 minutes ago Oops! Got so wrapped up in a dollhouse project that I missed #crafterminds! On the bright side, my dollhouse room is coming along awesomely. about 6 minutes ago @tiffsilverberg Thanks again for coming. I really appreciate it!

Thanks for the About chat tonight on #crafterminds The natives have gone feral here. I better go. Happy About page writing everyone! #crafterminds about 6 minutes ago Alright! Off to feed hungry tummies! I'll check in tonight once everyone is fed! :) #crafterminds

about 6 minutes ago RT @crafterminds Next week: "How to generate traffic" - & check CM site later today for transcript of this chat #crafterminds #crafterminds about 6 minutes ago Thanks for the great info! I'll be working on my about page this wk!

working on the 1st paragraph of your about page - the hook! #crafterminds about 7 minutes ago Or, homework, if you don't have an About page, get ONE. Anything!! Contact info & headshot at least #crafterminds about 7 minutes ago @brokentreasures Thanks! I look forward to reading what you write! #crafterminds about 7 minutes ago So excited about the chat today thanks for some great info! #crafterminds #crafterminds about 7 minutes ago @crafterminds thanks for the chat! Sorry I missed the first part. Will have to look at transcript. #crafterminds about 7 minutes ago Okay, your homework this week - spend just 15 minutes working on the 1st paragraph of your about page - the hook! #crafterminds about 7 minutes ago Good chat today @crafterminds I was super late but think I need to rework my about page. It's kind of vague. #crafterminds about 7 minutes ago @crafterminds STYROFOAM morphs into just about any trend/any shape/any occasion #crafterminds about 7 minutes ago Here is my about page: http://t.co/XgaJsVAK though it will be changed now! lol #crafterminds about 7 minutes ago @madiganmade Thanks for following the quirkiness!! #crafterminds about 7 minutes ago Thanks for a great chat everybody, I'll be spending the evening

rewriting my about page! :) #crafterminds about 7 minutes ago #crafterminds phone at 2% battery. Must go now. See y'all next Monday. about 8 minutes ago Thank you! RT @crafterminds: Thanks again to our guest @tiffsilverberg! visit her site at http://t.co/NXgLmFKm #crafterminds about 8 minutes ago Next week: "How to generate traffic" -- and check CM site later today for transcript of this chat #crafterminds about 8 minutes ago @crafterminds thanks :) #crafterminds about 8 minutes ago Thank you so much @crafterminds ! Such fun!! #crafterminds about 8 minutes ago Once again, I leave this chat thinking I've got lots of work to do. Thanks for the help all! #crafterminds about 8 minutes ago Yup: http://t.co/wvdYtrcx RT @crafterminds: speaking of homework, did anyone get crafty for 15 mins last week? #crafterminds about 8 minutes ago @creativegoddess Thank you guys for your patience! The stream was rushing by! Like I said, I'll check in later & share ideas!! #crafterminds about 8 minutes ago RT @styrocrafts: Maybe I'm nosy, but I love to read "About" pages and learn about people. I think it's human nature. #crafterminds about 8 minutes ago Thanks for the great chat today! I better get to working on editing my page. #crafterminds about 8 minutes ago Thanks again to our guest @tiffsilverberg! visit her site at http://t.co/t2d4xArw #crafterminds about 9 minutes ago RT @madincrafts: RT @creativegoddess: @tiffsilverberg Thank you for your time today. Lots of good information! #Crafterminds about 9 minutes ago Pretty card! RT @brokentreasures: @crafterminds I did http://t.co/43hZ4pQk #crafterminds

about 9 minutes ago @tiffsilverberg my about page http://t.co/J6vgseTm thank you for all the great tips and info today #crafterminds about 9 minutes ago @styrocrafts Oh yes! We people love stories! And we love to feel those connections! #crafterminds about 9 minutes ago Thank you! You can find my unabridged profile on my blog: http://t.co/Tns8AXc3 #crafterminds about 9 minutes ago RT @creativegoddess: @tiffsilverberg Thank you for your time today. Lots of good information! #crafterminds about 9 minutes ago @styrocrafts Why do you love Styrofoam? Why do you choose it above other materials? #crafterminds about 9 minutes ago @crafterminds I did http://t.co/7URoyrvh #crafterminds about 9 minutes ago @tiffsilverberg Seems stuffy all of a sudden, maybe I can tweak it. :) #crafterminds about 10 minutes ago @tiffsilverberg Thank you for your time today. Lots of good information! #crafterminds about 10 minutes ago @brokentreasures For sure! A glass of wine helps! :) #crafterminds about 10 minutes ago Maybe I'm nosy, but I love to read "About" pages and learn about people. I think it's human nature. #crafterminds about 10 minutes ago My homework last week: I spent hrs w/the preschool class making this awesome art! 10 http://t.co/ob56HAb3 #crafterminds about 10 minutes ago @crafterminds: @snapconf YEAH, EVERYONE who goes to the dollar store always thinks of me-- Me! *raises hand* #awesome #crafterminds about 10 minutes ago @tiffsilverberg got it - now to do it :) #crafterminds

about 11 minutes ago @crafterminds Yep! No shame! This is YOUR space!! #crafterminds about 11 minutes ago Speaking of homework, did anyone get off the computer & get crafty for 15 mins last week? & what did you make? pics?? #crafterminds about 11 minutes ago love this! @lilredshopgirl: Be yourself not who you think people want you to be. kindred spirits connect w/ you. @crafterminds #crafterminds about 11 minutes ago @tiffsilverberg Working with STYROFOAM for 20 years. #crafterminds about 11 minutes ago RT @crafterminds Your About Page is the one place you can feel good about "shameless" self promotion. #crafterminds #crafterminds about 11 minutes ago @madincrafts Oh dear! Why? #crafterminds about 11 minutes ago @brokentreasures That's where u have 2 turn off negativity. We all feel insecure. BUt ppl do read. Just uncover why! #crafterminds about 11 minutes ago MT @crafterminds: RT @lilredshopgirl: be yourself, not who you think people want you to be. Kindred spirits connect w/ you. #crafterminds about 11 minutes ago @madincrafts Thanks, and that's what I am! #crafterminds about 11 minutes ago Yes, yes it is!! Hahah! RT @craftmoore So, is this week's "homework" to work on our about page? tee hee! #crafterminds about 12 minutes ago I had only 1 sentence in my About page that I loved, and now I am considering throwing it out. Sad face. #crafterminds about 12 minutes ago RT @madincrafts: @styrocrafts I love the term WONK! :) #crafterminds about 12 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: RT @lilredshopgirl: be yourself & not who you think people want you to be. Then kindred spirits connect w/u #Crafterminds

about 12 minutes ago I'd love it if you would consider joining me share a smile #crafterminds http://t.co/shyDWqrR #crafterminds about 12 minutes ago Your About Page is the one place you can feel good about "shameless" self promotion. #crafterminds about 12 minutes ago who had stories on their blog? I missed the name. #crafterminds about 12 minutes ago RT @lilredshopgirl: Be yourself& not who you think people want you to be. Then kindred spirits connect w/ you. @crafterminds #crafterminds about 12 minutes ago Great chat this week, just know I'll have to go back over it all & make notes. Thanks everyone for your insights, have to dash #crafterminds about 12 minutes ago So true! RT @lilredshopgirl: be yourself & not who you think people want you to be. Then kindred spirits connect w/ you. #crafterminds about 12 minutes ago @snapconf YEAH, EVERYONE who goes to the dollar store always thinks of me when they enter the store!! #awesome #crafterminds about 12 minutes ago @crafterminds So, is this week's "homework" to work on our about page? tee hee! #crafterminds about 12 minutes ago @styrocrafts I love the term WONK! :) #crafterminds about 13 minutes ago RT @lilredshopgirl: be yourself & not who you think people want you to be. Then kindred spirits connect w/ you. @crafterminds #crafterminds about 13 minutes ago @styrocrafts What brought you to styrofoam? #crafterminds about 13 minutes ago @madincrafts Boo. Sometimes you just have to be proud of your abilities. Including them as links from your abt page is great! #crafterminds about 13 minutes ago @craftmoore and @madincrafts, you both craft with a dose of humor #crafterminds about 13 minutes ago @brokentreasures Yep! It's the hard question! It's the one we don't

want to wrestle, but It produces cool answers!! #crafterminds about 13 minutes ago It's important to be yourself & not who you think people want you to be. Then kindred spirits connect w/ you. @crafterminds #crafterminds about 13 minutes ago If you are afraid to get too specific, I read this last week: "The Nicher, the richer." #crafterminds about 13 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: Share your hook! My hook -- I'm a STYROFOAM Wonk, and will show u how to craft/decorate anything with foam #crafterminds about 14 minutes ago @crafterminds I just made a dollar store craft Sat. Thought of you :) #crafterminds about 14 minutes ago @snapconf I do. Trying to connect them with humor and humility and not flat-out self-promotion is tricky though. #crafterminds about 14 minutes ago @crafterminds Such a great hook!! What made you focus on $1? #crafterminds about 14 minutes ago @PKGlitz Why are your glitters the best? What makes them the best? THAT could be your hook. #crafterminds about 14 minutes ago ditto... RT @madincrafts: Not sure that makes my projects different though, just my posts... #crafterminds about 14 minutes ago @loving5kids Hee hee! :) we start at 4pm eastern. #crafterminds about 15 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Why you will visit DollarStoreCrafts?

hook! WHat do YOU bring to the table? #crafterminds about 15 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg Be ur own journalist = ask urself tough questns. "How am I different as a blogger? Why should ppl read me?" #crafterminds about 15 minutes ago @tiffsilverberg this is hard when I don't feel different than other

bloggers nor do I know why people even read me - lol #crafterminds about 15 minutes ago @crafterminds Oh dear. I thought I was on time. I guess I was super late. LOL! #crafterminds about 15 minutes ago Why you will visit DollarStoreCrafts? Because ALL our projects can be made with dollar store stuff/for cheap #crafterminds about 15 minutes ago @madincrafts There might be a fun, quirky way to say it though! #crafterminds about 15 minutes ago Hi all! I basically missed the chat but plan to read through this

you want people to know about your brand? #crafterminds

@tiffsilverberg: What do

about 16 minutes ago @madincrafts I LIKE it!!! #crafterminds about 16 minutes ago For the record? My about page sucks. Maybe this is the kick in the pants I need to work on it :) #crafterminds about 16 minutes ago For the record? My about page sucks. Maybe this is the kick in the pants I need to work on it :) #crafterminds about 16 minutes ago RT @snapconf the "right" stories provide credibility to whatever you're writing about/stand for.... #crafterminds about 16 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: RT @tiffsilverberg: I want to encourage everyone to be willing to be their own journalist! #crafterminds about 16 minutes ago Be your own journalist = ask yourself the tough questions. "How am I different as a blogger? Why should ppl read me?" #crafterminds about 16 minutes ago @craftmoore @crafterminds It can be relevant - how did you end up where you are? Does your background influence your work? Etc #CrafterMinds about 16 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: Yes! Share your hook! WHat makes your craft

blog/brand different? WHat do YOU bring to the table? #crafterminds about 16 minutes ago @tiffsilverberg I bring ME! I come to your home or you come to mine and we make scrapbooks together :) #crafterminds about 16 minutes ago @loving5kids you'll have to check http://t.co/MWemmH9b later for the recap - we talked about hooks for the 1st 20 mins. #crafterminds about 16 minutes ago Not sure that makes my projects different though, just my posts... #crafterminds about 17 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: Yes! Share your hook! WHat makes your craft blog/brand different? WHat do YOU bring to the table? #crafterminds about 17 minutes ago @crafterminds I think my hook is that I used to be a high school English teacher. Playing around with the idea right now. :) #crafterminds about 17 minutes ago @tiffsilverberg i'm a paper crafter - mostly scrapbooking and i show people how to do it faster, easier and simpler #crafterminds about 17 minutes ago blog purpose: to share my crafty side. RT @tiffsilverberg: @craftmoore Whats the purpose of your blog? #crafterminds about 17 minutes ago @crafterminds My point of difference is I'm an engineer, but I still

whatever you're writing about/stand for.... #crafterminds about 17 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: @lilredshopgirl I mean, your About page should be written to inform, delight & entertain your reader #crafterminds about 17 minutes ago @crafterminds I need to read this answer! You got me - what is a good hook?!? #crafterminds about 17 minutes ago Yes! Share your hook! WHat makes your craft blog/brand

different? WHat do YOU bring to the table? #crafterminds about 17 minutes ago @brokentreasures I can imagine! It's hard enough to find time when you're working full time - 3 small kids are a whirlwind! #CrafterMinds about 17 minutes ago Me too! RT @mvemother: You are not alone, this is my problem too! RT @brokentreasures: So im wordy in life...#crafterminds #crafterminds about 17 minutes ago @mvemother lol thats why twitter is so hard for me - ha #crafterminds about 18 minutes ago @crafterminds #crafterminds Stories help readers relate to you! My momma stories receive the most comments bc ppl tell you their version. about 18 minutes ago @lilredshopgirl I mean, your About page should be written to inform, delight & entertain your reader #crafterminds about 18 minutes ago @brokentreasures Ha! I know that feeling. I would write a list of 3-5 topics that you want covered. And 1-2 anecdotes. #crafterminds about 18 minutes ago You are not alone, this is my problem too! RT @brokentreasures: So im wordy in life...#crafterminds #crafterminds about 18 minutes ago @tiffsilverberg: I still have issues with showing my hands on video #crafterminds about 18 minutes ago @craftmoore Whats the purpose of your blog? What do you want people to know about your brand? #crafterminds about 18 minutes ago dunno... but it is quirky. : ) RT @crafterminds: @craftmoore Does not being originally American inform your blog? #crafterminds about 19 minutes ago Who knows what their hook is? Share it! #crafterminds about 19 minutes ago @erinmharris should clarify as a mama of three (ages 5, 4, and 2)

about 19 minutes ago @loving5kids Oh absolutely! And sometimes its easier to just chat. Just introduce yourself. Writing feels formal for some. #crafterminds about 19 minutes ago So i'm wordy in life how do I show my personality without writing a novel in my about page? #crafterminds #crafterminds about 19 minutes ago @craftmoore Does not being originally American inform your blog? #crafterminds about 19 minutes ago Disagree, it's not an "About You," page. @crafterminds Your About Me page isn't really about you...it's about your readers! #crafterminds about 20 minutes ago @brokentreasures You can use free http://t.co/i4mDJTj7 sites, and you can also get a domain name for like $10 and redirect. #CrafterMinds about 20 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: Since we are circling back to stories - I want to encourage everyone to be their own journalist! #crafterminds about 20 minutes ago @tiffsilverberg Tell us how to "be our own journalist" #crafterminds about 20 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: Since we are circling back to stories - I encourage everyone to be willing to be their own journalist! #crafterminds about 20 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: I want to encourage everyone to be willing to be their own journalist! #crafterminds about 20 minutes ago Which stories are the 'right' ones? If I throw out there that I'm not originally American, people assume I'm major ESL... #crafterminds about 20 minutes ago @tiffsilverberg No. But sometimes showing someone is easier than writing it. Cutting wood especially. #crafterminds about 21 minutes ago @snapconf: Remember to cover the who, what, when, where and how. #crafterminds that's awesome if so, send me your link! Would love to see about 21 minutes ago @loving5kids Ha! That's exactly why I haven't used it :)

#crafterminds about 21 minutes ago MT @snapconf: Everyone has a story. A bland description isnt going to interest people, but a story hooks them every time. #crafterminds about 21 minutes ago Since we are circling back to stories (yay!) - I want to encourage everyone to be willing to be their own journalist! #crafterminds about 21 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Your About Me page isn't really about you... it's about your readers! What's in it for THEM? #crafterminds... about 21 minutes ago @brokentreasures Me too :) #crafterminds about 21 minutes ago RT @brokentreasures: @snapconf Im a sucker for stories :) #crafterminds about 21 minutes ago @tiffsilverberg I did but I hate it and plan to re-shoot it. It's

Oh - sounds interesting! RT @tiffsilverberg: Anyone gotten really brave and made a video instead of writing their about? #crafterminds about 21 minutes ago If you do this, write a paragraph as well! RT @tiffsilverberg: made a video instead of writing their about? #crafterminds about 21 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: Anyone gotten really brave and made a video instead of writing their about? #crafterminds about 22 minutes ago @snapconf I'm just getting into burlap. The texture has always bothered me. Lol! #crafterminds about 22 minutes ago @snapconf I'm a sucker for stories :) #crafterminds about 22 minutes ago @gcbkids Welcome!! #crafterminds about 22 minutes ago So true RT @graphicsfairy: RT @crafterminds: Your reader wants to find a great blog to read, a new friend, etc. #crafterminds

about 22 minutes ago Anyone gotten really brave and made a video instead of writing their about? #crafterminds about 22 minutes ago RT @snapconf: story to tell. A bland description isnt going to interest people, but a story hooks them every single time. #crafterminds about 23 minutes ago @RoadHomeQuiltn LOL. Well just don't hold me to it! #crafterminds about 23 minutes ago @erinmharris I'm on blogger no money yet for my own web domain but i'm aiming for that #crafterminds about 23 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Your reader wants to find a great blog to read, a new friend, etc. #crafterminds about 23 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: Someone mentioned that they are always editing it! I think checking in every few months is good. #crafterminds about 23 minutes ago @brokentreasures Right - I was thinking photos of ourselves for About pages and such. Both types are important. #CrafterMinds about 23 minutes ago @madincrafts Yep! That doesn't just fly... I think it soars! #crafterminds about 23 minutes ago Everyone has a story to tell. A bland description isnt going to interest people, but a story hooks them every single time. #crafterminds about 23 minutes ago @gcbkids Welcome! #crafterminds about 23 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Your reader wants to find a great blog to read, a new friend, etc. #crafterminds about 23 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Your reader wants to find a great blog to read, a new friend, etc. #crafterminds about 24 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: @craftmoore Someone mentioned that they are always editing it! I think checking every few months is good. #crafterminds

about 24 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Your About Me page isn't really about you... it's about your readers! What's in it for THEM? #crafterminds about 24 minutes ago @babyboybakery @snapconf @crafterminds @brokentreasures Aside: There are a bunch of Instagram plug-ins if you use WordPress. #CrafterMinds about 24 minutes ago Nice! And yes!! @crafterminds Your About Me page isn't really about you... it's about your readers! What's in it for THEM? #crafterminds about 24 minutes ago Your reader wants to find a great blog to read, a new friend, etc. #crafterminds about 24 minutes ago @snapconf I saw your awesome ed calendar table, wares me out just reading it #crafterminds about 24 minutes ago Ooh, I'm excited I can play along today, I'm usually in class. I'm new! Hi! #crafterminds about 25 minutes ago @babyboybakery @snapconf @crafterminds @brokentreasures LOVE Instagram! Use it for "on the go" pics & my #TypeGeek365 project. #CrafterMinds about 25 minutes ago @craftmoore Someone mentioned in the beginning that they are always editing it! I think checking in every few months is good. #crafterminds about 25 minutes ago @craftmoore Ideally? Frequently, but at least once a year. #crafterminds about 25 minutes ago @craftmoore such a great question!! #crafterminds about 25 minutes ago Your About Me page isn't really about you... it's about your readers! What's in it for THEM? #crafterminds about 25 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: @brokentreasures Just focus on building content. :) DOnt worry about other stuff right now. #crafterminds about 25 minutes ago I prefer "foodie with an independent streak, sometimes with her pilot husband in the passenger seat #crafterminds

about 25 minutes ago @crafterminds I'm Lana (Like Banana) at http://t.co/n7Il4pr7 We love DIYs. (Ok my DH does - I just blog about them.) ;) #crafterminds about 25 minutes ago RT @madincrafts: I kind of think of my About Page as the written version of what I tell people when they ask about my blog... #crafterminds about 26 minutes ago @RoadHomeQuiltn For sure. If you don't tell them you're available, they might not even ask! #crafterminds about 26 minutes ago @brokentreasures Just focus on building content. :) DOn't worry about other stuff right now. #crafterminds about 26 minutes ago So, how often should an about page be updated? #crafterminds about 26 minutes ago @tiffsilverberg so I have "proud to be called 'wife', 'love' and 'honey' by my college sweetheart - because I am :) #crafterminds about 26 minutes ago RT @madincrafts: Ithink of my About Page as the written version of what I tell people when they ask about my blog. #crafterminds about 26 minutes ago "About Me" should be YOU, and not a description you're uncomfortable with, or something that appears to be trying too hard. #crafterminds about 26 minutes ago Good luck!!! RT @TheSickChick: #crafterminds Sorry have to go, dealing with the relator right now, gotta get a house :) #crafterminds about 26 minutes ago @crafterminds Yep! For me... "Navy wife, freelance writer" ... so many use that line! #crafterminds about 27 minutes ago @crafterminds sponsors? LOL I'm just trying to survive the blog set up phase #crafterminds about 27 minutes ago RT @snapconf: Crafty cliche: I'm a mom to three fab children & I love my hubby. I love owls, pennants, and burlap. #justsayin #crafterminds about 27 minutes ago I kind of think of my About Page as the written version of what I tell people when they ask about my blog. Does that fly? #crafterminds

about 27 minutes ago @RoadHomeQuiltn My ed calendar is out there & I get off track, but it works out. It's a definite plus for working with PR :) #crafterminds about 27 minutes ago RT @snapconf: Its about telling the story of your traffic, not the

gotta get a house :) about 27 minutes ago RT @RoadHomeQuiltn: as librarian I learned books with author phot on jacket get read more, same as blog photo I guess #crafterminds about 27 minutes ago if you build it they will come? RT @snapconf I think you only need a media kit if your blog is sponsor ready, otherwise #crafterminds about 28 minutes ago @babyboybakery yes, you don't need a media kit if you aren't looking for sponsors! #crafterminds about 28 minutes ago @brokentreasures It's about telling the story of your traffic, not the numbers. Never focus on numbers. Its about engagement #crafterminds about 28 minutes ago LOL RT @snapconf: Crafty cliche: I am a mom to three fab children and I love my hubby. I love owls, pennants, and burlap. #crafterminds about 28 minutes ago @crafterminds: @la_anjel You can join this week if you want. :) #crafterminds I'm keeping up. Thanks! about 28 minutes ago guilty... RT @tiffsilverberg Another example of clichs is overused lists of nouns - "I'm a working mom and wife" #crafterminds about 28 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: Tell a story about your life or your kids or how that all comes together in an explosion of craftiness! #crafterminds about 28 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg Definitely avoid the standard "I was born here, did this" - choose a single anecdote or 2. #crafterminds #crafterminds about 28 minutes ago So one way to spot "cliches" are phrases that don't differentiate

you from others (such as SAHM or wife, etc.) #crafterminds about 28 minutes ago @tiffsilverberg Yes! Why do you do what you do? What inspires you? What do you like to do? What haven't you done yet? #CrafterMinds about 28 minutes ago @brokentreasures I wouldn't worry about a media kit unless you are actively seeking connections. #crafterminds about 28 minutes ago @tiffsilverberg but doesn't that say who you are? I mean it is who I am - LOL #crafterminds about 28 minutes ago @CraftedBlog as librarian I learned books with author phot on jacket get read more, same as blog photo I guess #crafterminds about 28 minutes ago Crafty cliche: I am a mom to three fab children and I love my hubby. I love owls, pennants, and burlap. #justsayin #crafterminds about 28 minutes ago Hi #crafterminds can't believe I'm here for a party. :). #madeitontime about 29 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg Another example of clichs is overused lists of nouns - "Im a stay at home mom and wife" #crafterminds about 29 minutes ago @brokentreasures @snapconf I think you only need a media kit if your blog is sponsor ready, otherwise its pointless?? Or no? #crafterminds about 29 minutes ago Tell a story about your life at home or your kids or how that all comes together in an explosion of craftiness! #crafterminds about 29 minutes ago @RoadHomeQuiltn Yep, Crafts 'n Coffee: http://t.co/pwZbsyQz #crafterminds about 29 minutes ago RT @CraftedBlog: totally agree images on an about page are Sooo important! I like to see the person whos blog Im reading. #crafterminds about 29 minutes ago @la_anjel You can join this week if you want. :) #crafterminds about 29 minutes ago Another example of clichs is overused lists of nouns - "Im a stay

at home mom and wife" #crafterminds about 29 minutes ago @snapconf seriosuly, I should give away all the secrets of my editorial calendar? LOL Then everyone will know when I'm behind #crafterminds about 30 minutes ago @erinmharris i'm still working on good photos but as a paper crafter photography is everything - it is what sells my product #crafterminds about 30 minutes ago @snapconf oh i'm not sure i want people to see my site traffic it is

@brokentreasures totally agree images on an about page are Sooo important! I like to see the person who's blog I'm reading. #crafterminds about 31 minutes ago @styrocrafts Did you say Crafts 7 Coffee? Tell me more! #crafterminds about 31 minutes ago I am going to produce content on my small unpublished blog to join next week! #crafterminds about 31 minutes ago Yes - definitely avoid the standard "I was born here, did this" choose a single anecdote or two. #crafterminds about 31 minutes ago RT @craftmoore: A cliche about pg is linear - born here, grew up there, went to school somewhere, ended up here. #crafterminds about 31 minutes ago @craftmoore makes sense #crafterminds about 31 minutes ago @brokentreasures It's an overview of your site traffic, editorial calendar & advertising rates Maybe I will write a post :) #crafterminds about 31 minutes ago @snapconf @crafterminds @brokentreasures Yes! Raises another question: How do you take good photos? Do you hire someone? #CrafterMinds about 31 minutes ago RT @craftmoore: A cliche about pg is linear - born here, grew up there, went to school somewhere, ended up here. #crafterminds about 32 minutes ago RT @brokentreasures: @snapconf ok im feeling so newbie here

what is a media kit? #crafterminds about 32 minutes ago how is MK diferent than About PG? RT @brokentreasures: @snapconf ok im feeling so newbie here what is a media kit? #crafterminds about 32 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: Clichs might include little phrases that everyone tends to use... #crafterminds about 32 minutes ago A cliche about pg is linear - born here, grew up there, went to school somewhere, ended up here. #crafterminds about 32 minutes ago Hi there! Sorry to be so late! This is Sharon @StyroCrafts and Crafts 'n Coffee. #crafterminds about 32 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: RT @snapconf: About page is a great place to link to some of your more popular posts. #crafterminds about 32 minutes ago @crafterminds @snapconf Or your favs, or some basics (like if

: Im a visual person and love when there are photos in an about page #crafterminds #crafterminds about 33 minutes ago Me too! RT @crafterminds: RT @brokentreasures: Im a visual person and love when there are photos in an about page #crafterminds about 33 minutes ago @snapconf ok i'm feeling so newbie here what is a media kit? #crafterminds about 33 minutes ago RT @snapconf: About page is a great place to link to some of your more popular posts. #crafterminds about 33 minutes ago True. I did that on mine. RT @snapconf: About page is a great place to link to some of your more popular posts. #crafterminds about 33 minutes ago Clichs might include little phrases that everyone tends to use... #crafterminds

about 33 minutes ago @snapconf: About page is a great place to link to some of your more popular posts. #crafterminds YES!! about 34 minutes ago RT @snapconf: About page is a great place to link to some of your more popular posts. #crafterminds about 34 minutes ago RT @snapconf: About page is a great place to link to some of your more popular posts. #crafterminds about 34 minutes ago @madincrafts Cliches that don't really give insight into your brand? #crafterminds about 34 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: RT @brokentreasures: Im a visual person and love when there are photos in an about page #crafterminds #crafterminds about 34 minutes ago @crafterminds Definitely! #crafterminds about 34 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: Anyone feeling stuck in clich land? we can

photos in an about page #crafterminds <I'm just nosey! about 34 minutes ago @brokentreasures Good call! I was focusing on the words (It's what I do :) But yes! We want to see your faces! :) #crafterminds about 34 minutes ago About page is a great place to link to some of your more popular posts. #crafterminds about 34 minutes ago quirky, off topic stuff, like eats some broccoli every day, and dreams about being a unicorn. #crafterminds about 34 minutes ago @snapconf Maybe someday I'll get around to a media kit. Haven't

: About page is a great place to include a link to your media kit. #crafterminds <better get a media kit then :D

about 35 minutes ago RT @snapconf: About page is a great place to include a link to your media kit. #crafterminds about 35 minutes ago What cliches are we avoiding? #crafterminds about 35 minutes ago RT @brokentreasures: Im a visual person and love when there are photos in an about page #crafterminds #crafterminds about 35 minutes ago RT @snapconf: About page is a great place to include a link to your media kit. #crafterminds about 35 minutes ago @tiffsilverberg not sure i know what is cliche and what is not #crafterminds about 35 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: stuck in clich land? we can offer some ideas for each other! u know best whats over done in your industry #crafterminds about 35 minutes ago While you're cleaning out the cliches, remove qualifiers like "i think", etc, that dilute your sentences #crafterminds about 35 minutes ago I'm a visual person and love when there are photos in an about page #crafterminds #crafterminds about 35 minutes ago About page is a great place to include a link to your media kit. #crafterminds about 36 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: So did you see # 3 on the post http://t.co/QtVTvXaS Kicking out the cliches? #crafterminds about 36 minutes ago Anyone feeling stuck in clich land? we can offer some ideas for each other! You know best whats over done in your industry #crafterminds about 36 minutes ago RT @erinmharris: CTAs in your posts, too. MT @snapconf: include call to action. Where shld visitors go after reading abt you? #crafterminds about 36 minutes ago @RoadHomeQuiltn You're so very welcome. #crafterminds

about 36 minutes ago RT @snapconf: Be sure to include call to action. Where shld visitors go after reading abt you? Make it easy - include a links #crafterminds about 37 minutes ago most help so far THX! RT @snapconf: B sure 2 include call 2 action Where shld visitors go after reading abt you? include links #crafterminds about 37 minutes ago @tiffsilverberg My about page is http://t.co/Agl6C6EQ I'd love any tips! #crafterminds about 38 minutes ago @crafterminds Sorry. I jumped ahead. the Quirkiness got the best of me! :) #crafterminds about 38 minutes ago So did you see # 3 on the post http://t.co/2cHeno4U Kicking out the cliches? #crafterminds about 38 minutes ago RT @snapconf: Be sure to include call to action. Where shld visitors go after reading abt you? Make it easy - include a links #crafterminds about 38 minutes ago My About Page: http://t.co/7BfYZmKv #crafterminds about 38 minutes ago CTAs in your posts, too. MT @snapconf: Be sure to include call to action. Where shld visitors go after reading abt you? #crafterminds about 38 minutes ago @hchybinski: @crafterminds I have an about.me page, but never used it .. :-) #crafterminds about 38 minutes ago my about page - http://t.co/7GbIJWHJ - yes, I know it's super long #crafterminds about 39 minutes ago @snapconf Agreed! That's why a contact button right there is great! #crafterminds about 39 minutes ago Enter at your own risk:http://t.co/ZbcKY4Tg #crafterminds about 39 minutes ago What was point #3 - I think I missed it @tiffsilverberg #crafterminds

about 39 minutes ago @CookCleanCraft lol #crafterminds about 39 minutes ago RT @snapconf: Be sure to include call to action. Where shld visitors go after reading abt you? Make it easy - include a links #crafterminds about 39 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: As I mentioned in # 4 of the post, punch in some personality. If thats quirk, get quirky! #crafterminds about 39 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: If you want, post your about page and tonight after the chat Ill look through them and offer advice. #crafterminds about 39 minutes ago Quirky is fun but needs to be something your audience can relate to, and not creep them out. #crafterminds about 39 minutes ago Be sure to include call to action. Where shld visitors go after reading abt you? Make it easy - include a links #crafterminds about 39 minutes ago Especially because you guys are creative types, a dry about page (even like mine) is yawnful for your audience. #crafterminds about 40 minutes ago @tiffsilverberg Thank you! Here's ours... http://t.co/gQ9sGWCr #crafterminds about 40 minutes ago MT @tiffsilverberg: Hey guys - post your about page and tonight after the chat I'll look through them and offer advice. FWIW #crafterminds about 40 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: Hey post your about page and tonight after the chat Ill look through them and offer advice. FWIW #crafterminds about 40 minutes ago @tiffsilverberg thanks! http://t.co/nIGzeVEl #crafterminds about 40 minutes ago @tiffsilverberg I'll have to add my hook first! Thanks for offering this! #crafterminds about 40 minutes ago awesome! RT @tiffsilverberg: post your about page and tonight after the chat Ill look through them and offer advice. FWIW #crafterminds

about 41 minutes ago Hey guys - If you want, post your about page and tonight after the chat I'll look through them and offer advice. FWIW #crafterminds about 41 minutes ago RT @snapconf: Remember to cover the who, what, when, where and how. #crafterminds about 41 minutes ago I like quirky! RT @craftmoore: How do you feel about quirky info on About pages? #crafterminds about 41 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: @crafterminds Punch em in the face early! ;) (Ha - trying to stay on theme! ;) #crafterminds about 41 minutes ago Love. RT @RoadHomeQuiltn: RT @craftmoore: How do you feel about quirky info on About pages? #crafterminds about 41 minutes ago @babyboybakery You are welcome to join us if you like! :) #crafterminds about 41 minutes ago @craftmoore Define quirky. I'm a writer that works with small businesses, but I list some potential connections at the bottom #crafterminds about 41 minutes ago @craftmoore i love them if you are a quirky blogger shouldn't your about page be quirky too #crafterminds about 41 minutes ago @craftmoore I think a bit of quirk is good. just make it wellplanned/flowing quirk. #crafterminds about 42 minutes ago RT @craftmoore: How do you feel about quirky info on About pages? #crafterminds about 42 minutes ago RT @snapconf: Remember to cover the who, what, when, where and how. #crafterminds about 42 minutes ago me too! RT @babyboybakery: Listening in on #crafterminds ... great info! about 42 minutes ago @RoadHomeQuiltn He lives in a different state, so that would be

quite the experiment. :) #CrafterMinds about 42 minutes ago @crafterminds Punch em in the face early! ;) (Ha - trying to stay

@RiotOfWords kindly even #crafterminds Listening in on #crafterminds ... great info! so can someone check out my about page and tell me what you think http://t.co/nIGzeVEl #crafterminds about 42 minutes ago How do you feel about quirky info on About pages? #crafterminds about 42 minutes ago Remember to cover the who, what, when, where and how. #crafterminds about 42 minutes ago @tiffsilverberg I love it when ppl just say "this blog is about x, y,

comfortable doing #CrafterMinds about 43 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: Start off with a great sentence. With your hook. With what really makes you different #crafterminds about 43 minutes ago RT @snapconf: About page must. Include your contact information. #crafterminds about 43 minutes ago RT @snapconf: Remember to write for audience. 1st time visitor, regular user, people who want to work with you. #crafterminds about 43 minutes ago landing page RT @TheSickChick: put that as your URL on your twitter profile, not the main blog address. So ppl go there 1st #crafterminds about 43 minutes ago @crafterminds I agree #crafterminds

about 43 minutes ago Start off with a great sentence. With your hook. With what really makes you different (I can be bad about that myself) #crafterminds about 44 minutes ago @TheSickChick @crafterminds It makes sense, though I'd include them on the same page - make it easier for readers to find. #CrafterMinds about 44 minutes ago RT @hchybinski: @crafterminds anyone using an about.me page as well? #crafterminds http://t.co/jINMBKIA #crafterminds about 44 minutes ago Yes, don't go too formal. RT @tiffsilverberg: @erinmharris I think Authentic is best unless youre writing for Congress. #crafterminds about 44 minutes ago Agreed - let "me tell you about me" RT @tiffsilverberg:

personal, not biz, so I figure they want to know about ME, not blog #crafterminds about 44 minutes ago @TheSickChick i see #crafterminds about 44 minutes ago RT @ihanna: @crafterminds I like my about me page, but its old I need to rewrite it... http://t.co/1f4vWSMM #crafterminds about 44 minutes ago THANK YOU! Email address NOT optional. RT @snapconf: About page must. Include your contact information. #crafterminds about 44 minutes ago Remember to write for audience. 1st time visitor, regular user, people who want to work with you. #crafterminds about 44 minutes ago @brokentreasures I don't like to land on an about page. Figure I can find it easy if I need to #crafterminds about 44 minutes ago @snapconf When it's a blog project, I agree. But what about a site

twitter profile, not the main blog address. So ppl go there 1st #crafterminds

about 45 minutes ago @crafterminds anyone using an about.me page as well? #crafterminds http://t.co/Ff2VI18K about 45 minutes ago @erinmharris I think Authentic is best unless you're writing for Congress. #crafterminds about 45 minutes ago RT @TheSickChick: I plan to use my About Me page as my social media landing page, just need to polish it a bit more first. #crafterminds about 45 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: Once you have a hook - 1 thing you want to concentrate on - weave that throughout your description #crafterminds about 45 minutes ago @crafterminds I like my about me page, but it's old I need to rewrite it... http://t.co/qlABJOW6 #crafterminds about 45 minutes ago @RoadHomeQuiltn I think first person is the most comfortable when its on YOUR site. #crafterminds about 45 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: Once you have a hook - concentrate on

about page your social media landing page? #crafterminds yeah, how??? about 45 minutes ago @erinmharris might be worth it #CrafterMinds about 45 minutes ago @TheSickChick how do you make your about page your social media landing page? #crafterminds about 46 minutes ago @domesticgoddesq I always feel like that's more professional, but I feel more authentic writing like I talk. #CrafterMinds about 46 minutes ago @TheSickChick OOo! Great idea!! #crafterminds about 46 minutes ago @erinmharris I just clicked on your blog link in your twitter

profile and it's says your domain is expired? #crafterminds about 46 minutes ago Once you have a hook - 1 thing you want to concentrate on (for me its words/stories) - weave that throughout your description #crafterminds about 46 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: One thing I didnt mention in the post -- an about page helps people make connections #crafterminds about 46 minutes ago @RoadHomeQuiltn I think I'd have to pay him pretty well to run after cars now. :) #CrafterMinds about 46 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: For those of us who are just joining - we are talking about Creating a Kick-Butt About Page. You NEED one! #crafterminds about 46 minutes ago @graphicsfairy You're not alone, a lot of people don't know what

landing page, just need to polish it a bit more first. about 46 minutes ago RT @aunt_nette: RT @crafterminds: How to Write a Kick-Butt About Page - guest post by @tiffsilverberg http://t.co/RKmGFpte #crafterminds about 46 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: For those of us who are just joining - we are talking about Creating a Kick-Butt About Page. You NEED one! #crafterminds about 47 minutes ago For those of us who are just joining - we are talking about Creating a Kick-Butt About Page. You NEED one! #crafterminds about 47 minutes ago good question: RT @erinmharris: When you write your About page, do you write in the first person or the third? #crafterminds about 47 minutes ago So true. RT @tiffsilverberg: One thing I didnt mention in the post -- an about page helps people make connections - #crafterminds about 47 minutes ago RT @snapconf: @erinmharris Write your about page to match the rest of your work. For most bloggers - first person. #crafterminds

about 47 minutes ago @crafterminds @mvemother I'd say yes - you can write about you and about your blog/brand in two sections on the same page. #CrafterMinds about 47 minutes ago RT @condoblues: My stats show my About Me page views are

I do both an about me and an about

post by @tiffsilverberg http://t.co/vvO8iHH3 #crafterminds about 48 minutes ago Forgot to introduce myself - I'm Elizabeth from broken treasures @crafterminds #crafterminds about 48 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: an about page helps people make connections - like at a mom and pop shop! #crafterminds about 48 minutes ago Okay, so we have a hook. What do we do next, @tiffsilverberg? #crafterminds about 48 minutes ago @erinmharris Write your about page to match the rest of your work. For most bloggers - first person. #crafterminds about 48 minutes ago AH! @condoblues @crafterminds My stats show my About Me page views are always higher than other blog pages. #crafterminds #crafterminds about 48 minutes ago RT @erinmharris: When you write your About page, do you write in the first person or the third? I always struggle with that. #crafterminds about 48 minutes ago RT @condoblues: @crafterminds My stats show my About Me page views are always higher than other blog pages. #crafterminds about 48 minutes ago One thing I didn't mention in the post too-- an about page helps people make connections - like at a mom and pop shop! #crafterminds about 48 minutes ago @graphicsfairy Hi :) #crafterminds

about 49 minutes ago @erinmharris me too! #crafterminds about 49 minutes ago RT @SimplyKellyD: Here is @tiffsilverbergs about page for whoever asked :) http://t.co/1dL2y4Py #crafterminds about 49 minutes ago @crafterminds My stats show my About Me page views are always higher than other blog pages. #crafterminds about 49 minutes ago Sorry I'm late! Carolina from Always Expect Moore http://t.co/IyK9DgBE #crafterminds about 49 minutes ago RT @mvemother: Ive been wondering, is it too much to have an About page AND and About Me page? #crafterminds about 49 minutes ago Cute idea! RT @domesticgoddesq: @mvemother I have an About me page and a why-the-name-of-the-blog page. #crafterminds about 49 minutes ago @tiffsilverberg these t.co links don't work #crafterminds about 49 minutes ago When you write your About page, do you write in the first person or the third? I always struggle with that. #CrafterMinds about 49 minutes ago Definitely going to change my About page today. I definitely

care enough to not care what others think?" #crafterminds #crafterminds about 50 minutes ago Me too! RT @aunt_nette: Hi all! iM LATE (as usual) but glad to be here #crafterminds about 50 minutes ago @mvemother I think its better to have them on one page - and transitioned from one to the other if you can #crafterminds about 50 minutes ago @domesticgoddesq That's exactly what I have in mind but haven't

@erinmharris will he still do that for your new bis? #crafterminds RT @tiffsilverberg: My about page - http://t.co/9j4AIw7S

About page to decide if I want to follow #crafterminds about 50 minutes ago @tiffsilverberg @crafterminds LOL Thanks. It's one of my mom's fav stories. She thought my brother & I were selling lemonade. #CrafterMinds about 51 minutes ago My about page - http://t.co/sAWpCsfw #crafterminds about 51 minutes ago (Psst. I'm doing a blog post tomorrow entitled "Do you care enough to not care what others think?" Kind of relates to this!) #crafterminds about 51 minutes ago @RoadHomeQuiltn LOL Thx. I didn't think anything of it at the time. My brother ran down the sidewalk after cars w/ a sign. :) #CrafterMinds about 51 minutes ago Me too! RT @crafterminds: I click on an About page when I first visit a new blog, to decide if I want to follow #crafterminds about 51 minutes ago Rats, cat's late again! #crafterminds about 52 minutes ago RT @brokentreasures: oh yes I remember now here is my about page http://t.co/ChkK7neU #crafterminds #crafterminds about 52 minutes ago Here is @tiffsilverberg's about page for whoever asked :) http://t.co/DzzabOtv #crafterminds about 52 minutes ago I've been wondering, is it too much to have an About page AND and About Me page? #crafterminds about 52 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: You gotta do it. Be proud of the craziness that

is you and put it out there! :) #crafterminds about 52 minutes ago oh yes I remember now here is my about page http://t.co/nIGzeVEl #crafterminds #crafterminds about 52 minutes ago @tiffsilverberg Yep, just ride the chat wave then! :) We are chatty! #crafterminds about 52 minutes ago @crafterminds @erinmharris OH MY Cuteness!! There's a great anecdote!! #crafterminds about 52 minutes ago Our About page is divided into two sections. My section and my

#crafterminds <might use that one :D about 53 minutes ago I click on an About page when I first visit a new blog, to see what the site is about & decide if I want to follow #crafterminds about 53 minutes ago RT @TheSickChick: #crafterminds Is about page supposed to convince people that they want 2 hear what you have to say? #crafterminds about 53 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: I think the biggest obstacle is your own negative voice. "Im not that interesting. I hate selling myself." #crafterminds about 53 minutes ago @tiffsilverberg "Be proud of the craziness." I'm putting that on my wall. :) #CrafterMinds about 53 minutes ago @domesticgoddesq Telling a story makes a great about page! #crafterminds about 53 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: You gotta do it. Thats why you have a blog so be proud of the craziness that is you & put it out there! #crafterminds about 53 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: Thats why you have a blog/brand so be proud of the craziness that is you and put it out there! :) #crafterminds

about 53 minutes ago @crafterminds Oh I am! :) #crafterminds about 53 minutes ago @brokentreasures Talking about Creating a Kick Butt About Page #crafterminds about 53 minutes ago @madincrafts weaving in an unrelated fact or two is fun, but remember the purpose of the about page is to inform about ur blog #crafterminds about 54 minutes ago @erinmharris you did! How clever :) #crafterminds about 54 minutes ago RT @TheSickChick: Is your blog about page supposed to convince people that they want to hear what you have to say? #crafterminds about 54 minutes ago RT @erinmharris: Short version: When I was ~10, instead of a lemonade stand, I set up a jewelry stand in front of the house. #crafterminds about 54 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: @crafterminds That's a good way to look at it! :) Your value proposition in story form! :) #crafterminds about 54 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg I think the biggest obstacle is your own negative voice. "Im not that interesting. I hate selling myself." #crafterminds about 54 minutes ago IDK. Made me laugh to read that!!! RT @madincrafts: So my

the craziness that is you and put it out there! :) #crafterminds about 54 minutes ago @tiffsilverberg If you aren't already, it is easier to follow on Tweetchat: http://t.co/fLHhcTLQ #crafterminds about 54 minutes ago @RoadHomeQuiltn Short version: When I was ~10, instead of a

 #crafterminds about 55 minutes ago I think the biggest obstacle is your own negative voice. "Im not

unusual #crafterminds about 55 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: @madincrafts YES! Your hook should be about your brand! #crafterminds about 56 minutes ago Wow! You guys are moving quickly I LOVE it! #crafterminds about 56 minutes ago MT @tiffsilverberg: When I mentioned hooks, put on your reporter hat. Imagine interviewing yourself and going "You did THAT?!" #crafterminds about 56 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: @PKGlitz I think the key to truly clever is using an anecdote or single story. #crafterminds about 56 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg [put] on your reporter hat. Imagine interviewing yourself and going "You did THAT?!" #crafterminds about 56 minutes ago @madincrafts YES! Your hook should be about your brand! #crafterminds about 56 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Who is ready to write a great About page? Meet our guest @tiffsilverberg of http://t.co/t2d4xArw #crafterminds about 57 minutes ago RT @madincrafts: Should your hook relate to your brand/blog? #crafterminds

about 57 minutes ago @PKGlitz I think the key to truly clever is using an anecdote or single story. #crafterminds about 57 minutes ago RT @crafterminds Figuring out what makes you unique can be hard. Ask your friends, your readers, your FB fan pg why they read. #crafterminds about 57 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg @muralmaker1 For sure! Its best to choose

#crafterminds about 57 minutes ago @erinmharris link to your story please #crafterminds about 57 minutes ago @TheSickChick Great idea! #crafterminds about 57 minutes ago When I mentioned hooks, I mentioned putting on your reporter hat. Imagine interviewing yourself and going "You did THAT?!" #crafterminds about 58 minutes ago Fans usually know why they like you & can tell you what IT is.

Should your hook relate to your brand/blog? #crafterminds @TheSickChick That's a fun idea!! #crafterminds I have an About Page on my business and personal blogs but neither of them are "clever" or make you say "wow" lol #crafterminds about 58 minutes ago How do you feel about putting stories in your about pg? I have one I like that shows my drive, but not sure it's professional. #CrafterMinds about 58 minutes ago Figuring out what makes you unique can be hard. Ask your friends, your readers, your FB fan pg why they read. #crafterminds

about 58 minutes ago Hi! #crafterminds about 58 minutes ago @muralmaker1 For sure! It's best to choose one or two anecdotes that really relate to and engage your readers. #crafterminds about 58 minutes ago @domesticgoddesq Hello Kelly! Welcome! We were ALL newbies once ;) #crafterminds about 58 minutes ago RT @muralmaker1: @tiffsilverberg Im agraid I have too many experiences (at my age) ha ha ha #crafterminds about 59 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: Hook examples: Maybe you won a science

set up trades to write about pages for each other instead :) #crafterminds about 59 minutes ago @crafterminds That's a good way to look at it! :) Your value proposition in story form! :) #crafterminds about 59 minutes ago RT @tiffsilverberg: Hook examples: Maybe you won a science fair in 4th grade and now you experiment with gluten free recipes! #crafterminds about 59 minutes ago I just wrote a new about me for my media page, I should probably

in newbie corner* #crafterminds http://t.co/ZWvWArFY about 1 hour ago RT @tiffsilverberg Great "hooks" are those threads of experiences that lead you up to today. What makes YOU different? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @tiffsilverberg I'm agraid I have too many experiences (at my age) ha ha ha #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Hook examples: Maybe you won a science fair in 4th grade and now you experiment with gluten free recipes! #crafterminds

about 1 hour ago RT @tiffsilverberg: The first thing piece of advice I have is "creating a hook" http://t.co/i9ylvqNe #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds @GraphicsFairy Absolutely! Always easier to write about others. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Hi there! Kassi from Truly Lovely here! http://t.co/0UludSQC #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds Great "hooks" are those threads of experiences that lead you up to today. What makes YOU different? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @tiffsilverberg: I think everyone feels that way... but its about pushing those feelings down and faking it! :) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @crafterminds: So, what are some examples of a great hook? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @madincrafts: @crafterminds Definitely! Its like listing your best and worst traits in an interview. Blech. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @graphicsfairy: If you have a hard time writing about yourself, you could ask a friend to help. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds @CookCleanCraft I think everyone feels that way... but it's about pushing those feelings down and faking it! :) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @crafterminds: So, what are some examples of a great hook? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Yes - "a hook" - I'd like that in the first line of my About page #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Should a hook be your "unique value proposition"? = what is different/special about you? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds Definitely! It's like listing your best and worst traits in

an interview. Blech. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago If you have a hard time writing about yourself, you could ask a friend to help. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago So, what are some examples of a great hook? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @muralmaker1 ugh. Not sure you want it. I don't love mine. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago yes! RT @crafterminds: RT @CookCleanCraft: I find it hard to write an about me page as I hate talking about/promoting myself. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @tiffsilverberg The first piece of advice I have is "creating a hook" http://t.co/QtVTvXaS #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @tiffsilverberg Not I. I'm eager to learn what does make a Kick butt about me page. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I think a common problem is that people find it difficult to write about themselves @CookCleanCraft #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @PrettyHandyGirl Hi Brittany! new profile pic - cute! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @muralmaker1 Hiya, Colleen! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @CookCleanCraft: I find it hard to write an about me page as I hate talking about/promoting myself. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago The first thing piece of advice I have is "creating a hook" http://t.co/2cHeno4U #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Yes! So hard to write about yourself. -- RT @muralmaker1: I'd like an About page that's informative but not bohrrringggg #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @madincrafts I'm excited to hear your input on this subject - writing an About page :) #crafterminds

about 1 hour ago Yes! So hard to write about yourself. -- RT @muralmaker1: I'd like an About page that's informative but not bohrrringggg #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @madincrafts I'm excited to hear your input on this subject - writing an About page :) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago How to Write a Kick-Butt About Page - guest post by @tiffsilverberg http://t.co/vvO8iHH3 #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Sneaking into #crafterminds before the door hits my behind! Brittany

#crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds Thank you!! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I find it hard to write an about me page as I hate talking about/promoting myself. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago My blog is http://t.co/xC33EEqc :) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @crafterminds: Thanks for joining us today @tiffsilverberg! So excited to have you here sharing your knowledge with us. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @graphicsfairy Hello Miss Karen! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @tiffsilverberg do you have some basics for writing an About page? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Thanks for joining us today @tiffsilverberg! So excited to have you here sharing your knowledge with us. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @mvemother Hi Erin! #crafterminds http://t.co/57d1ylJL!

about 1 hour ago Jessica from Mad in Crafts ova here! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I'd like an About page that's informative but not bohrrringggg #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Erin here from My Very Educated Mother. http://t.co/JJNbVBA0 #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Tiffany - Marketing Writer - http://t.co/2mz4xzG0 #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Hi! I'm Allison from A Glimpse Inside. http://t.co/R8QsvhLn #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Hello Crafter Minds! I'm Colleen with Mural Maker & More -

I'm Juliann and my (somewhat delinquent due to moving) crafty blog is at http://t.co/pnwqWY50 #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Oh, I just made it! Karen from The Graphics Fairy. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @TheSickChick: @madincrafts I dont think I would know buttkicking if it, well, kicked me ;) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Same here. RT @madincrafts: I have AN about page... but I am sure it doesnt kick butt. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I haven't even looked at my About page in forevah. Would love some fresh ideas. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Working on it but I can't stop editing it! RT @tiffsilverberg: So who

kicked me ;) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Please introduce yourself & your blog URL! #crafterminds

about 1 hour ago @tiffsilverberg NOT me. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I have AN about page... but I am sure it doesn't kick butt. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Me!! (@crafterminds: Hi everyone! Who's ready to chat? #) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @tiffsilverberg: So who has a kick butt about page? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Hello! RT @tiffsilverberg: Hi Guys! :) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @muralmaker1 You too!! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago So who has a kick butt about page? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Me! RT @crafterminds: Who is ready to write a great About page? Meet our guest @tiffsilverberg of http://t.co/2LiFKbeL #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @tiffsilverberg Nice to meet you :) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @creativegoddess All those antioxidants! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Hi everyone, it's Narelle from http://t.co/ZEddBZcW here. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Hi Guys! :) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @tiffsilverberg And it's good for you. ;) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Me! RT @crafterminds: Who is ready to write a great About page?

what I can :) #crafterminds

about 1 hour ago RT @crafterminds: Hi everyone! Who's ready to chat? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @creativegoddess Ooo! Dark Chocolate - my vice! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Who is ready to write a great About page? Meet our guest @tiffsilverberg of http://t.co/t2d4xArw #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds MEEEEE! :) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @tiffsilverberg Dark chocolate pecan and PG Tips tea. :) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds haven't had my 15 min yet today, but am amped to get into the sewing room this evening. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago I'm ready! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Look at me, being here already! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago ME! I actually remembered about it today! :) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @crafterminds Hi there! Me! Me! #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Hi everyone! Who's ready to chat? #crafterminds about 1 hour ago @creativegoddess Ooo! What kind of cookies? I just poured myself a bowl of stovetop popcorn. #crafterminds about 1 hour ago Almost time for a cup of tea, a cookie (or two) and @crafterminds chat. :) #crafterminds about 1 hour ago RT @crafterminds: RT @craftmoore: today at 1pm PST #crafterminds will be talking about how to make a kick-butt about page! about 1 hour ago RT @crafterminds: RT @craftmoore: today at 1pm PST #crafterminds will be talking about how to make a kick-butt about page!

about 2 hours ago RT @crafterminds: Meet our guest! RT @tiffsilverberg: Join me on the #crafterminds chat today at 4EST to discuss Kick Butt About Pages!! http://t.co/aF4GqGI0 about 2 hours ago RT @crafterminds: Meet our guest! RT @tiffsilverberg: Join me on the #crafterminds chat today at 4EST to discuss Kick Butt About Pages!! http://t.co/aF4GqGI0 about 2 hours ago RT @crafterminds: Meet our guest! RT @tiffsilverberg: Join me on the #crafterminds chat today at 4EST to discuss Kick Butt About Pages!! http://t.co/aF4GqGI0 about 2 hours ago Meet our guest! RT @tiffsilverberg: Join me on the #crafterminds chat today at 4EST to discuss Kick Butt About Pages!! http://t.co/aF4GqGI0 about 2 hours ago RT @crafterminds: RT @craftmoore: today at 1pm PST #crafterminds will be talking about how to make a kick-butt about page!