Birmingham Blogging Academy » Updates

Fix Your Facebook free seminar

Wade Kwon — Fri, 07 May 2010 19:35:53 +0000

I'm happy to announce that I'll be giving a lunchtime talk, Fix Your Facebook, at Innovation Depot on Wednesday. We'll talk about making the most of your company's Facebook page. RSVP today!

Settin’ the words on fire: Speaking at Ignite Birmingham

Wade Kwon — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 19:10:57 +0000

This is the first Ignite Birmingham. And while the other speakers will be using prepared presentations and automated slides, my talk will be off the cuff. Twenty random slides, which I will not have seen beforehand, will guide my impromptu presentation.

Return engagement: Already on the speakers’ lineup for BlogWorld 2010

Wade Kwon — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 15:45:27 +0000

I'm pleased to announce that I'll be a featured speaker at BlogWorld and New Media Expo 2010 in October in Las Vegas. This marks my second year as a presenter at one of the world's largest social media conferences.

Your secret bonus Twitter followers

Wade Kwon — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 13:00:57 +0000

Beyond my regular Twitter followers, I also have a secondary group of fans following my microblogging, thanks to Twitter lists. These lists allow users to organize Twitterers they'd like to track, even if they're not following them directly.

March for success

Wade Kwon — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 19:50:57 +0000

I am frequently asked "How do I get started blogging?" and "How do I get more people to my site?" Our classes will answer those questions.

My first year of tweeting: the best microblogging

Wade Kwon — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 15:45:13 +0000

I started using Twitter on Feb. 4, 2009. As @WadeOnTweets, it's been a great way to stay informed, connect with old friends and complete strangers and let people into my life.

Working with microblogging has given me a way to promote my services and network with others in the community. Check out this short video with my favorite tweets in the past year.

The first WordCamp Atlanta: a shivery but successful weekend

Wade Kwon — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 21:30:43 +0000

I had a great time Friday and Saturday at the very first WordCamp Atlanta. I was fortunate to be part of the content track, running an open session on "Smash Your Barriers to Blogging."

Interview on blogging and community on Media Talking Media

Wade Kwon — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 19:28:41 +0000

My friend and former colleague Nick Patterson has a new podcast, Media Talking Media. I was lucky enough to be his guest on only his second episode.

Speaking gigs: WordCamp Atlanta, January 2010

Wade Kwon — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 17:50:15 +0000

I'm excited to announce that I'm a featured speaker at the first ever WordCamp Atlanta!

Problems at BlogWorld 2009: part 2, attendee’s perspective

Wade Kwon — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 20:00:31 +0000

If you're considering attending BlogWorld, this social media conference has some communication and logistical issues that need work.

Problems at BlogWorld 2009: part 1, speaker’s perspective

Wade Kwon — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 23:01:38 +0000

If you're considering speaking at BlogWorld, be aware of the problems at this social media conference that could affect your decision.

Even newsletter experts fail sometimes

Wade Kwon — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 17:41:39 +0000

After my own newsletter crisis, I felt much much shame. Then I received a "special" holiday greeting from my newsletter provider ...

Video: Social media and hospitality industry (and a shout out)

Wade Kwon — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:27:13 +0000

Quickest way to get mentioned on a blog, or at least, this blog? Straight-up shout outs. See how persistence paid off for one professional Twitterer.

Invisible e-mails

Wade Kwon — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 22:26:49 +0000

Mistakes are great teachers. I learned a lot in the last few days. Last week, I fiddled (the technical term) with the domain settings for this site to tidy up the links. What I didn't realize is that I managed to disconnect the mail[at]birminghamblogging.com address in the process.

No office hours till 2010

Wade Kwon — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 23:01:48 +0000

It was a tough decision, but I'm going to skip office hours through the end of the year. I really enjoy meeting with people on a weekly basis, but I need to buckle down to do some serious writing and organization.

Winner to attend Writing Killer Blog Posts

Wade Kwon — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 06:22:24 +0000

Congratulations to Richard Kirby (@arkirby66) of Birmingham, Ala., winner of a free pass worth $149 to Tuesday's class, Writing Killer Blog Posts. His entry was randomly selected among the 31 entries in our Twitter contest.

Classes through January 2010

Wade Kwon — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:22:12 +0000

The next round of classes have been scheduled, including a new advanced class.

How small businesses are turning to blogging

Wade Kwon — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 21:13:24 +0000

Our friend Cindy at the Birmingham Business Journal did an excellent story on how small businesses can get started in blogging. To what end? Share information, develop a reputation, develop relationships and ultimately bring in new business.

At long last

Wade Kwon — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 07:25:28 +0000

At the airport waiting for my cross-country flight to Vegas. If I don't see you at BlogWorld, you still have options to follow along ...

BlogWorld & New Media Expo 2009 Weekend Pass on eBay

Wade Kwon — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 23:43:56 +0000

I won a weekend pass (worth $495) to Blogworld, but I also earned a pass as a featured speaker. So my good fortune is your good fortune. Win this auction, and you'll have a two-day pass (Oct. 16-17) good for the conference sessions, parties and exhibition hall.