Facebook User Names for Pages

Here is a quick "how to" change your Facebook Fan Page User Name... posted by Pages on Facebook.com.

Below is an FAQ specifically for Page administrators on the new process and how to obtain a username for your Page.

How can I secure a Username for my Page?

If you are an administrator of a Facebook Page, you will be able to choose your username just like a user selecting a username for their profile. Go to http:/www.facebook.com/username and you will be prompted to choose a username for the Page you administer.

I am an administrator for multiple Pages on Facebook, how can I secure a Username for each of them?

If you are an administrator of a Page, you will be able to choose a username for each Page at http:/www.facebook.com/username. There will be an interface for you to choose usernames for the Facebook Pages you administer.

Why should I register a username for my Facebook Page?
Usernames allow public entities to easily promote your presence on Facebook with a short URL (http://www.facebook.com/yourname). This username can be used in your marketing communications, company website and business cards.

What are the guidelines around creating a username for Facebook Pages?

Usernames were created to make it easier for Facebook users to identify their profile and share with others. As a public figure, business or brand with a Page on Facebook, your username should be straightforward and easy to remember. Facebook encourages you to consider the following when creating a username for Pages:

• Create a username that is as close as possible to your public figure or business name (e.g. AshtonKutcher, PizzaHut).

• If you own the rights to a given name, make it your username so that others cannot obtain it.

• Usernames can only contain alphanumeric characters (A-Z, 0-9) or a period (".").

• Choose a username you will be happy with for the long term. Usernames are not transferable.

• Your username must adhere to Facebook’s Statement of Rights and Responsibilities.

I accidentally selected the wrong/misspelled username for my Facebook Page. Can I revise it?

No. Once you have claimed a username by clicking the “Set Username” button, it is not possible to edit it, or to transfer your username to a different account on Facebook. Additionally, when an account is removed from the site, its username will not be made available to other users for security reasons.

Can I have more than one username for a Facebook Page?

No. Only one username is allowed per Page.

What should I do if someone’s username infringes my rights?

If you wish to report that someone’s username infringes your rights, please fill out our automated IP infringement form. The form is located at http://www.facebook.com/legal/copyright.php?noncopyright_notice=1

I am an authorized representative for a public figure, brand or business and/or hold the rights to a trademark name. My username was claimed by another user. What can I do?

If you wish to report that someone’s username infringes your rights, please fill out our automated IP infringement form: http://www.facebook.com/legal/copyright.php?noncopyright_notice=1

What is the process to request removal of an unauthorized Page of a public figure, brand or business?

If you wish to report that someone’s username infringes your rights, all you need to do is fill out our automated IP infringement form: http://www.facebook.com/legal/copyright.php?noncopyright_notice=1

Will usernames such as “flowers” or “pizza” ever be available for Facebook Pages? Can I sign up on a waiting list?

At this time, generic words are not available as usernames. Facebook encourages all users and Page administrators to create a username that closely matches the true identity of their name or business.

For additional questions, visit the usernames Help page at: http://www.facebook.com/help/?page=896

CEA Tech Enthusiast Membership - Great Benefits for Early Adopters who Enroll

For the first time in history, the Consumer Electronics Association is opening its membership to individuals. CEA, the producer of the International CES, the world's largest technology trade show, has launched a whole new membership category - The CEA Tech Enthusiast Membership.

Who is this category for?

Early Adopters and fervent supporters of consumer technology (members of the press are welcome).

What benefits come with a CEA Tech Enthusiast Membership?

* Online discounts from technology companies - Multiple CEA member companies have become corporate partners of the Tech Enthusiast membership category, offering a variety of exclusive offerings

* Beta testing opportunities

* Inside industry information on the latest technology trends

* Access to an exclusive members only website which includes a forum to speak with other tech enthusiats

* Free digital access to CEA publications, podcasts and original content

* An opportunity to become a CEA blogger

* The first 1,000 registered members are invited to a special celebration on the final day of the 2011 CES in Las Vegas on January 9.

How much does CEA Tech Enthusiast Membership cost?

Believe it or not, it is only $49 a year, with a special introductory price of $29 for the first 2,000 members.

Are you the Ultimate Tech Enthusiast?

CEA has lauched a nationwide search for the Ultimate Tech Enthusiast. If you think you qualify for the "Are You One of Us?" contest, create a short video explaining why you are the Ultimate Tech Enthusiast and upload it to the CEA Tech Enthusiast Fan Page on Facebook. The Grand Prize is a VIP 2011 International CES Experience for the Ultimate Tech Enthusiast and a guest and one lifetime CEA TEch Enthusiast Membership. Video submissions will be accepted through November 30, 2010 and online votion will occur December 1-10. The winner will be announced December 15.

I just signed up for a Tech Enthusiast Membership for myself. I've always been able to attend CEA events with a Press Pass, but the benefits of this membership are far too amazing for me to pass up. For $29 (I was one of the first 2,000) the discounts, forum and everything make the Tech Enthusiast membership too good a deal for any techie to pass up. Are you going to join?

Click Here to Join CEA Tech Enthusiast

The Walking Dead

Posted by: The Hollywood Reporter

AMC Renews
'The Walking Dead' for Second Season

The Walking Dead is coming back for a 13-episode second season.

The drama series, toplined by Andrew Lincoln, has broken ratings records, with the show reaching more viewers in the 18-49 demo than any other cable TV show after two episodes.

The Walking Dead's series premiere on Halloween drew 5.3 million total viewers and Sunday's "gutsy" episode took in 4.7 million -- that's an incredibly high retention of a record rating and surely made this pickup an easy decision for AMC.

The show was also pre-sold internationally through Fox International Channels, which is also going to distribute the show's second season.

“The Dead has spread!” said Charlie Collier, President, AMC. “No other cable series has ever attracted as many Adults 18-49 as The Walking Dead. This reaffirms viewers’ hunger for premium television on basic cable. We are so proud to be bringing back The Walking Dead again, across the globe.”

“I wish all programming decisions were no brainers like this one,” said Sharon Tal Yguado, SVP Scripted Programming. “The Walking Dead is a TV masterpiece on so many levels. We want at least 10 seasons, if not more”

Go Hog Wild Rentals - New Website Launch

www.gohogwildrentals.com


Go Hog Wild Motorcycle Rentals, owned by the McLains, Matt and Erica - a couple of rootin', tootin', motorscootin' fools! Yippee-ki-yay... My Friends!!

They say, "There's nothing like the sun in our face and the wind in our hair." Matt has been riding all his life and I've been riding on the back forever until 2 years ago. That's when Erica decided to get her own ride! She says, "I should've done that a long time ago. It's really nice to take roads less traveled and experience the many scenic roads Arizona has to offer. They are a lot more fun! "

Harleys are not the only bikes they have ridin'. Matt and Erica have been ridin' a variety of motorcycles such as cruisers, touring and dirt. They started this company to allow others to experience the open road and beauty of Arizona.

They pride themselves on customer service and competitive pricing with other major dealerships. They also offer free delivery and pick up. They currently have three Harleys available and will be adding more soon.

They are looking forward to putting excitement between your legs and welcome you to the Go Hog Wild Motorcycle Rentals Family!!!

New Website Lauch This Week - Fantastic Five Entertainment

http://www.fantasticfiveentertainment.com/

Fantastic Five Entertainment provides professional audio, video, and lighting for any event. We have been servicing Tucson and all of Arizona with professional DJ entertainment for Weddings, High School proms, Formals, Quinceaneras, Sweet 16’s, Corporate Events and Private Parties/Functions.

As a privately owned company they set higher standards than the competition. Their DJ’s can adapt to any event. Whether they need to MC and DJ a wedding, or show off their mixing and scratching capabilities, they always uphold their professionalism. They aim to please and by doing so, ensuring that your event is one that you and your guest remember.

Fantastic Five delivers high end audio systems, amplifiers, subwoofers, mixers, microphones, and the overall complete sound reinforcement to cover small events and small concert caliber shows. Everything you need in one place.

Corporate functions needing professional grade projector screens and projectors for their conventions.

High school’s adding high definition video shows, music video mixing, and picture slideshows to their prom and formal.

Night Clubs integrating music video mixing to complete the overall sound video and lighting experience.

Allow them to incorporate complete lighting systems into your next event. Everything from night club like intelligent lighting fixtures, to green lasers effects, LED lighting, stage lighting, background and accent lighting.

6 Tips for Growing Online Traffic and Sales That No One Tells You..

Posted by: Staci Wood, Small Business Trends..

TJ McCue founded Sales Rescue Team in 2008 as a pay-it-forward lab giving website owners free advice on how to improve their design, copy, and the sales path that customers took or might take through a website. Today, it has since grown to a number of contractors who help small business owners build blogs and create valuable content to attract visitors to your site.

In this episode of Small Business Trends Radio, TJ joins Anita Campbell to share tips and available tools for improving your website, using social media monitoring tools to refine your copy and content, and analytics to figure out what’s working and, more importantly – what’s not working.

Below are the questions we asked TJ:

•(3:12) First TJ, can you tell us a bit about yourself and your background?

•(4:36) Can you tell us what you enjoy doing when you have a day off? How do you like to spend your free time?

•(5:28) Do you find that helps you in business as well? Does it help you reflect and clarify your goals?

•(6:16) What is the biggest obstacle that you see in small business web sites regarding the one’s you’ve reviewed for Sales Rescue Team?

•(7:20) Too much going on on a page? Is that how you see it?

•(10:29) Is there anything else around that that people should know? Are there other things such as clutter, poor writing, or bad navigation, for example?

•(13:12) I see a lot of web sites that have ads within the articles as links and I find those distracting. Any thoughts on those, TJ?

•(14:32) I’d like to go down a list of tips, if you will, so that listeners can take notes. What would be the first tip you would give to increase traffic to your web site and increase sales?

•(18:57) How do Facebook ads compare with Google Adwords? Are they less expensive?

•(21:55) How do you set up a Facebook ad?

•(23:16) Can you list some additional tips for those that are listening and writing this down?

•(26:35) What else would you recommend, TJ?

•(28:50) Where can people find out more?

Listen to the Radio Interview Here...

What Should a Small Business' Website Do?

Posted by: Steve Strauss, Ask an Expert, USA Today.

What Should a Small Business' Website Do?

Here, then, are the 7 Deadly Small-Business Website Mistakes that you must avoid:

1. The site confuses the Web for a billboard: Every now and then you will run across a small-business website that gets it: It is graphically appealing, it contains valuable, unique content, and it engages the visitor. It is a sales tool, meet-and-greet, advertisement, brochure and conduit, all in one.

But most small-business websites do not do that. Instead, they are simply an online version of a billboard or other sort of basic ad: a big headline with some backup information and not much more.

Mistake.

The days when you could simply throw up an e-version of your Yellow Pages ad are long over. Yellow Pages ads are great because they serve a specific purpose, and do it very well — namely, to get the phone to ring. But the purpose of your website goes beyond that. Sure, a great small-business website will cause the phone to ring (or the e-mail to be sent), but it should also create a positive, lasting impression.

To do that, the site has to engage, not just be.

2. The site lacks a great "About" page: Because your website is your virtual version of your store or office, it must serve that function well, and you do that by having a robust "About Us" page.

The About Us page tells people who you are, what you are about and why they should trust you. It is one of the most-clicked-on pages on any website. People want to know who you are, your history and story, so a well-written, jargon-free, interesting About Us page is essential. Putting a short video there (more on that later) may even be better.

Your About Us page is your online version of a firm handshake and a look in the eye. It helps people to trust you.

3. The site contains mistakes: Dead links, 404 Error pages and typos are the sort of sloppy errors that can turn a prospective client off. After all, if your site contains mistakes, what does that say about the sort of work you may do for the client?

4. The site lacks ways to further connect online: Does your site have a blog and can people get to it within one click from your home page? They should be able to. Can site visitors surf over to your Facebook page from your site? Can people easily follow you on Twitter, or link with you on LinkedIn, by clicking links on your site?

5. The site is not SEO friendly: People should be able to find your site in a variety of ways:

•From seeing your URL in your ads, business card, or store.

•By finding you via forums, articles you have written, or social-media sites.

•From online ads if you use those.

•And, probably most important, by locating you in a search-engine result.

That last one comes from, of course, search engine optimization (SEO). An SEO-friendly site is one where there is plenty of content (updated regularly), where the content is full of key words and phrases, and where there are plenty of incoming links.

6. The site lacks video: This is the YouTube age. People like and watch video online. Use that. Your site visitors will click on the videos you post, so put up how-to videos or videos that introduce your staff or business or product demonstrations — just as long as you have some video.

7. The site's pages lack a call to action: What do you want people to do on your site — buy something, call you, apply, opt-in, download, e-mail or what? Whatever the answer, you have to encourage them to do it. Go on your site and notice how many of your pages lack a call to action. Fix it.