Update: Facebook Comments Social Plugin

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In my previous post, we covered the Facebook Comments Social Plugin to teach you how to take your blog to the next level when it comes to viral marketing tactics. In fact, in my most recent post on my wedding website, you can see an example of just how far-reaching Facebook Comments can go. However,...

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Facebook Comments Social Plugin

Facebook Comments Social Plugin

Here’s a quick video tutorial on how to add Facebook Social Comments to your blog posts. Enjoy!

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Lighting Tip: Using Available Light

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Today’s lighting tip is something that I think many of photographers tend to overlook during the rush of wedding day shooting… available light. Sure, sun flare and the shady side of buildings are great. But what about other places you are forgetting? How about the great indoors? When I walk into a bridal room and...

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The Art of the Sale

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As many of you remember, I’ve been spending a lot of time over at Canvas Press Pro. We’ve been busy developing ways to take care of professional photographers like you, so you can increase sales and actually enjoy running your business. With that being said, the topic of sales is being discussed a lot these...

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WPPI Ten Commandments

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Ok, so maybe I’m a little too dramatic by using the term “commandments”, but you get my drift. WPPI is the largest professional photographer convention you’ve ever attended. It’s in the heart of America’s playland, Las Vegas. Exciting? Yes. Fun? You bet! Overwhelming? Ok, you get the point… So, as a 5-time veteran and 2-time...

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Why SnapKnot gets it

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Finally, a wedding photography profile site that gets it! This is a post about my favorite online advertising site for wedding and event photographers, SnapKnot. Make sure to check them out and to look for SnapKnot at WPPI 2011! -Dustin Meyer SnapKnot is a website dedicated to helping engaged couples find the perfect wedding photographer. SnapKnot is...

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Reader Question: Can I move Facebook Fans from one Page to another?

Recently, I received an email from one of my students from WPPI about Facebook. With her permission, I’m posting her question and my response about Facebook Fan Pages: Renee: Hi Dustin, I have a question regarding business/facebook page.  A page was initially set up thru a personal page of one of our former employees (owners...

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Something From the Heart…

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It’s been a crazy year. However, in spite of the stress, disappointments, and letdowns, I’m reminded to stop and appreciate the little things. Little things like love, joy, and inspiration. As photographers, we work tirelessly to please our clients, meet expectations, and rise to the competition. But let’s not forget why we all do it....

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