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2013-05-23 17:46:13 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 3 +1s)

Show Notes From My Google I/O For Marketers Replay

All the best links to new Google stuff at Google I/O

http://www.googlingsocial.com/?p=2262

2013-05-23 17:29:19 (0 comments, 1 reshares, 5 +1s)

I am so proud, honored and humbled to have the privileged to stand in the shadow of extraordinary men.

A little over a year ago +Ken Smith and I started a quiet but important journey, a non profit called the +Veterans Workshop  Ken has been a tireless Veterans advocate for over 20 years since he started the largest homeless shelter for Veterans in the country in Boston.

Let me be unerringly clear, this in not about us, far far from it.  It is about the men who have lost their sight, their hearing or the use of their bodies but not their minds, not their determination and spirit.  People like +Emory Finefrock +GeorGe Lamb +Chuck Smith and +Martin Brown who comprise our fist class.  These disabled Veterans are training to help other disabled Veterans using the power of Google Plus. 

The +Veterans Workshop is one of my greatest passions in life.  Itis a way that I can... more »

2013-05-23 17:02:42 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 5 +1s)

What's the big deal with +The LittleBigFund anyways?
Read more before our June 1 launch: http://bit.ly/ZqJerh

I want to help people. I've always wanted to. Last year I realized that with a big audience comes even bigger responsibility. I've met the most amazing people I've ever met here on Google+ and your support empowered me to take a leap of faith to start my nonprofit The LittleBigFund. While I know I blog about it a lot, here's a recap of how the whole thing works:

How it helps: The LittleBigFund is a crowd funding nonprofit organization that collects small donations to form a big fund that's then given to one nonprofit determined by donor vote.
Working with three regionally focused nonprofit organizations a month, we tell each nonprofit's story, promote their cause, and let donors vote for the organization they believe is mostd... more »

2013-05-23 13:56:32 (0 comments, 1 reshares, 4 +1s)

This Image is 15,000 Pixels Wide. You cant Do That On ANY Other Social Network!
Zoom in and see how many birds... you can count. This is 9 16Mp images stitched together using +Adobe Photoshop Lightroom and CS5.

                           *www.JasonJosephStudio.com*

#newyorkcity   #newyork   #newyorkphotography   #worldtradecenter   #newyorkharbor   #panorama   #lightroom  

2013-05-23 13:53:48 (2 comments, 1 reshares, 11 +1s)

Great Video helps you Understand  the New Hangouts
Bonus List of Features Below
Following along with this video will really help you see the vision that Google has for the use of the New Hangouts.

I really encourage you to watch the video through a couple of times, then look at the clickable links I made below for the different areas of the video.

The pointers I made help you see the details of what Google+ has designed and how it really can help "Bring your conversations to life"... very useful to help get your head around the New Way to Hangout on Google Plus.

0:04 ► starting a Hangout from within Gmail
0:07 ► Adding people into the conversation (setting up the invites)
0:12 ► Choosing to use the Message type of Hangout
0:14 ► Adding recently use emoticons to the text message
0:20 ► Each person invitedis alerted... more »

2013-05-23 12:53:02 (1 comments, 2 reshares, 20 +1s)

2013-05-22 17:38:26 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 2 +1s)

Christine lost her son in 2012- She created The Brendon Project (TBP) in memory - She has become involved in making a difference. 
Her goals are: to raise awareness for “AMERICAN DRUG WAR 2: Cannabis Destiny” which will premiere in theaters on June 6. To Sell the Tampa show out…and to Raise awareness about TBP
There will be a Memorial Bench Dedication for Brendon, in Waldwick, New Jersey on May 25th at 1pm.

2013-05-22 17:16:27 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 3 +1s)

This is a huge honor!  We won the Grand Prize for the best everyday utility in the 2013 UX Awards!

Congratulations to the entire Google Now team!

2013-05-22 17:10:28 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 2 +1s)

Google Hangouts: just about everything you need to know. (NEW)
Would you like to get to grips with the 'new hangouts' - now both chat and video calls? Well, this post will give you the essentials, and more...
Thanks to +Ronnie Bincer for the video I've included.
#googlehangouts   #hangouts  

2013-05-22 17:06:10 (2 comments, 0 reshares, 3 +1s)

#cityscape   #cityscapephotography   #urban   #urbanphotography   #nycphotography   #blackandwhite   #limitededition   #empirestatebuilding

2013-05-22 16:22:23 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 6 +1s)

Today the Drive app for Android is getting several improvements to make creating and accessing your stuff on-the-go easier. Head over to our blog for what’s new: http://goo.gl/hvb3d

Be sure to get the app on Google Play now: http://goo.gl/TvyOl

2013-05-21 21:37:23 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 3 +1s)

if you were using hangouts.google.com as a shortcut to creating a hangouts video call and are sad that it's now a welcome page...  you can use https://plus.google.com/hangouts/_ for now.   we'll figure out something longer term.   

#hangoutstip

2013-05-21 12:49:31 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 4 +1s)

Most of the world's thoughts (and prayers if you're so inclined) are with the survivors, friends and family of those affected in Oklahoma. 

I came across this video of a woman that found her dog in the middle of a tv interview. It brought a tear or five to my eye. She found her best friend alive.

Okla. tornado survivor finds dog buried alive under rubble

2013-05-20 20:13:09 (2 comments, 0 reshares, 6 +1s)

Happy Birthday +Brett Bjornsen TROOL-Y slaved all day.. ta da.. 

2013-05-19 22:31:31 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 7 +1s)

Who do you support on World IBD Day? #WorldIBDday #crohns  #colitis  

2013-05-19 22:05:04 (2 comments, 0 reshares, 11 +1s)

it's *WORLD IBD DAY*
 i am here to bring awareness to all of you.  
Do you have any questions about my Crohn's Disease or any other IBD {Inflammatory Bowel Disease}?  
IBD is very different from IBS {Irritable Bowel Syndrome},
so please try not to get the two confused.
Millions of people all over the world are affected by this life crippling disease, it's time to get the word out so we can find a cure or at least get a little understanding as to what we go through on a daily basis.  I also want to thank all of you that have reached out to me and to others who struggle with similar issues.  
Ask me anything !!
(no, not that...  geesh)

Wonder where i bought my T-Shirt?::
http://thegreatbowelmovement.org/ibd-tshirts/why-ask-me-crohns-shirts/
More IBD Awareness?::
http://www.ccfc.ca/site/c.ajIRK4NLLhJ0E/b.7080069/For ... more »

2013-05-19 21:53:33 (6 comments, 1 reshares, 6 +1s)

Thanks for all who shared my post via +Sarah Hill but the URL was incorrect. Please visit and share this one. Thanks!!!

2013-05-18 12:51:01 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 2 +1s)

Off to have brekkie with a dear friend.. been way too long!

2013-05-17 21:31:50 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 2 +1s)

Google+ has Launched the Ability for Brands to Offer Coupons to Followers

This is a huge plus for brands! Let's clarify here.. this is NOT Google putting ads into the stream. If you follow brands you like, they now can offer a coupon for you to check out. This is like following a fan page on Faceybook and them making a post about a coupon (just its easier to claim here) THESE ARE NOT the ads you see on the side of Faceybook.

Brands can now directly interact with fans of their product and provide value offers to them.... 

I look forward to seeing more great things from brands here on gplus. Discount tickets to events, free make up samples, or 50% off an item in their store from brands I like and follow? Sounds good to me. 

P.s. to see the offer below click here - https://plus.google.com/u/0/104111246635874032234/posts/PMXjgjR4bNt Below is just asc... more »

2013-05-17 17:53:49 (0 comments, 1 reshares, 4 +1s)

Hi there, I see that people in other G+ communities really loved this little summary of Google's I/O keynote, so maybe you will like it as well!   #io13  

http://trendblog.net/6-of-the-most-exciting-google-io-2013-announcements/

2013-05-17 15:52:33 (0 comments, 3 reshares, 3 +1s)

Hangouts Easter Eggs

Some of you may already figured out the hidden Easter Eggs in the new Hangouts.  Here is the full list to have some fun with them. Keep in mind that those codes only work with Hangouts on Google+ and the Chrome Extension. 
Not in video calls or mobile.

#io13   #googleplusupdate   #hangouts   #eastereggs  

2013-05-17 11:57:04 (2 comments, 0 reshares, 2 +1s)

2013-05-16 21:16:17 (4 comments, 2 reshares, 8 +1s)

New Google+ Users: Meet The New Google+
Everything "+" on one post (expand the post)

1. The new Google+
Meet the new Google+: A stream with style and smarts 
Google+: Related Hashtags
Hangouts: Conversations that last, with the people you love
More: googleplusproject.blogspot.com/2013/05/new-google-stream-hangouts-and-photos.html

2. How-To Google+ Videos
Google+: How to get started 
Google+: About circles
Google+: Fun with Hangouts
Google+: Reading and responding
Google+: Sharing
Google+: Set Up Your Profile
Google+: Find people you know
Google+ Communities: A place for whatever you're into
Google+ Events: Introducing a new way to get together
Google+ Photos: Great photos, in less time
Bring your conversations to life with Hangouts
Google+: Share photoa... more »

2013-05-16 20:20:29 (1 comments, 2 reshares, 11 +1s)

#StarWars   #Royals  

2013-05-16 20:17:21 (0 comments, 1 reshares, 4 +1s)

The New Google+ interface (includes HINTS AND TIPS)

I thought I would write up a few changes, observations and hints and tips you may find of use.
#newlook   #newgoogleplus   #googleplusupdate  
This now looks very similar across all devices. So whether you are using Chrome or Android (or iOS) you will find usuality and style to be almost the same.
I will focus on Google Chrome as this is where most of the changes have been, and forgive me for any errors/omissions as I am still working it all through...

Site structure:

The side bar of options for e.g. profile, communities, ‘what’s hot’ etc, is now a hover activated one.
The top bar of e.g. for a profile options for ‘about’ are now at the top of the page instead of being underneath the ‘cover photo’

Google+ Search is hidden at the top until you need itTip: even more... more »

2013-05-16 18:53:13 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 6 +1s)

Just because I think you are one of the coolest G+ women I know.. Happy Birthday enjoy your virtual cake.. ( slaved over the virtual oven for ages!LOL) +Lynette Young 

2013-05-16 15:43:00 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 10 +1s)

2013-05-15 15:22:35 (3 comments, 1 reshares, 4 +1s)

Quantum Levitation ...

Now, this is pretty amazing! What would be the practical applications of this? Back to the future style hover boards? Flying cars?

Greez,
+Jens Graikowski 

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#jgtech  

2013-05-10 13:52:33 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 3 +1s)

2013-05-10 13:50:20 (2 comments, 1 reshares, 7 +1s)

WOW you have to watch this amazing young woman.. Incredible.. and thanks to +Ryan Lindsay and +The Ryan Lindsay  for the orig share elsewhere
http://youtu.be/C1OcmeFb1bs

2013-05-09 16:58:02 (0 comments, 1 reshares, 6 +1s)

Added photos to 3 Biggest Challenges Facing Businesses Today: Let's break through them!.

2013-05-08 13:51:16 (2 comments, 0 reshares, 3 +1s)

Join a great community of women, May 8th, for a powerful session on Selling with Social Media with +Lisa Larter 
for more info or to register go to www.tinyurl.com/socialmedialisa 

2013-05-08 13:45:49 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 2 +1s)

The hubby turned up the TV last night and I thought he was watching some action film or Ben Hur or something. There was a huge groundswell of noise,almost like the scenes in the coliseum, all the cheering and excitement could be felt even from the TV.. I'm so amazed and proud even to see/hear this kind of reaction from our Sens fans!!!  Bravo Ottawa 

2013-05-07 22:28:24 (3 comments, 1 reshares, 7 +1s)

Confirmed: Google Authorship for Slideshare Profiles

A couple of months ago I had remarked that I'd seen an Authorship rich snippet for one of my Slideshare.net decks for a few days in Google SERPs. At the time I thought it was just an experiment by Google, as it didn't verify in the Structured Data Testing Tool. 

But today not only do I see the Authorship snippet, but it also verifies in the SDTT as having Authorship markup! Here's what you need to qualify:

1. Make your Google+ profile URL (with ?rel=author appended immediately to the end, no space) the visible website for your Slideshare.net profile.

2. Link back to your Slideshare.net profile in the Contributor To section of your Google+ profile.

That's it! (As with all rich snippet results, remember Google decides according to its own algorithm when they show and for whom.... more »

2013-05-07 19:38:54 (2 comments, 0 reshares, 2 +1s)

I'm speaking at an eWomenNetwork Networking Dinner this Wednesday in Ottawa to help you discover how to turn your contacts into connections.

Come say hi! http://bit.ly/ZNmxCa

2013-05-07 19:30:13 (11 comments, 2 reshares, 6 +1s)

I'm curious, what makes you click that "like" button on a Facebook page?

2013-05-07 18:19:46 (1 comments, 1 reshares, 10 +1s)

#MemoriesMonday #Shoesmonday #BlastFromThePast #ShoesDay #TheGoodStuff #womensfashion #women #Dumbo #brooklyn #manhattanbridge #brooklynbridgepark #newyorkcity   #newyork  

2013-05-07 16:55:45 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 3 +1s)

Fabulous! easy peasy and much less work than creating from scratch! Thanks to +Yifat Cohen for the original share

2013-05-07 13:54:36 (1 comments, 6 reshares, 17 +1s)

We all need a bit of a remind once in a while I think.. 

2013-05-06 14:17:23 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 2 +1s)

The Susan & Jack Holender Children’s Fund is looking for Pinterest and You  
Tube social Media volunteer to help us create hope and to enhance children’s quality of life in the face of life-threatening diagnosis at The Children’s Hospital Of Philadelphia (CHOP). What we started is a very ambitious fundraiser. But we must first recruit enthusiastic volunteers that will contribute valuable skills; time, services, talents and expertise towards helping our fund meet its charitable Pediatric Palliative Care fundraising goals. Our fund is guided by a genuine demonstration and commitment to serve and champion the cause of children. 

We are looking for a Pinterest and You Tube Social Media expert to create a comprehensive social media strategy to define programs that use social media marketing techniques to increase visibility and encourage donations. Also help in developing a nationaland loc... more »

2013-05-06 02:49:14 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 9 +1s)

Earlier I shared a small circle of gentlemen who make my life on G+ awesome.

Here is a much larger group (and growing) of wonderful women who make G+ awesome and who from time to time, take a moment to say hi to this virtual traveler.

You can't go wrong by adding this entire group to your circles.

2013-05-06 02:48:27 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 5 +1s)

I haven't shared this circle in quite a while ... 136 Awesome Gentlemen
Here are guys who reside in my inner circle.  Given that I have about 2,000 guys in my circles, this is special, but in now way diminishes any dudes I may have left out.
These are the men who interact with me regularly and nourish my soul.
Thanks guys!

2013-05-05 19:06:37 (6 comments, 0 reshares, 6 +1s)

Orchid Hunting in the Florida Everglades - and the day I almost got killed in the 'Glades.... #orchids   #truestory  

2013-05-03 17:20:15 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

#HappyBirthdayAyoub  at #3?

Floored

2013-05-03 15:31:12 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 2 +1s)

Friendly Friday!
Here is a circle of thanks to just a small selection of people in the Plus.
It has been a busy week and knowing you are all 'there' is most excellent.
And a special thank you to +Euro Maestro for doing something very generous earlier today :D
There are more thanks due and I will keep building these circles over the coming weeks.
p.s. I am not in the circle so please ADD and SHARE as you please.
#publicsharedcircles   #sharedcircles   #friendlyfriday  

2013-05-03 14:01:33 (3 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

this is a great idea and I hope this will extend to apps for all countries and all health systems.. thanks to +Thomas Belknap / +Thomas Belknap for the info

2013-05-02 19:33:47 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 5 +1s)

Complete Guide to Search Engine Optimization (SEO), using Google Plus. (15 videos and blog resource)
You may be surprised to hear Social SEO has as much to do with people, connections and psychology as it does with 'links' between pages.
Huge thanks to +Mark Traphagen +Joshua Berg for their question and answer sessions and interviews (exclusive content).
Also thanks to +Lyndon NA for creating a fresh graphic for the post as well. 
#socialseo   #seo   #searchengineoptimization