Michelle Troutman

For many reasons, I'm making an "X-odus." If you've engaged with my posts regularly here and I could find you, we're already connected or I'm following you on LinkedIn. Otherwise, if you're there, let's connect. Also, I don't consider myself part of any engagement pods. 🔽

Thank you for all of your support! 💛I wish you the best of success.

I simply "like" certain posts. There's no "quid pro quo" or expectation on my part for anything in return. Going forward, I can't guarantee I'll actively engage with you on LI, but I'll try to keep in touch. No strings attached. 🔽

For many reasons, I'm making an "X-odus." If you've engaged with my posts regularly here and I could find you, we're already connected or I'm following you on LinkedIn. Otherwise, if you're there, let's connect. Also, I don't consider myself part of any engagement pods. 🔽

I simply "like" certain posts. There's no "quid pro quo" or expectation on my part for anything in return. Going forward, I can't guarantee I'll actively engage with you on LI, but I'll try to keep in touch. No strings attached. 🔽

Write for people, not for 'bots! 🙂 Here's a take on overly formal writing @FromVivien (I meant to share this earlier).

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I don't do anything as formal as "obtain." I "get," though. 🙂

Happy #FollowFriday (#FF)! It's also National Compliment Day! Lately, @ConnorGillivan's tips have appeared in my feed. I also listened recently to a podcast featuring @trioseo co-founder Steven Schneider. Follow them for SEO helpful advice!

Big hint: focus on people first.

▪️Apple’s content reflects innovation and sophistication ▪️Nike’s inspires empowerment and athleticism This consistency bolsters their brand values and their connections with their audiences. Learn 5 factors that keep your audience reading and returning: bit.ly/4h6evxe

Quality content suits your brand’s tone, voice, and strategy, reinforcing and projecting your identity. For the most part, brands with consistent messaging, like Apple or Nike, publish content that aligns well with their images. ⬇️

Who wants to be a better writer? @StateBarCA @CAAA365 @HenryWFowler #legalwriting

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There's a method behind the apostrophe abuse madness (via @STEcopywriting).

As @NikkiPilkington says, I'd rather not just change the date on an old blog but update the content. I know many of us want our work to get more attention, but just updating the date seems dishonest.

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Our hearts are with everyone impacted by the LA wildfires, especially caregivers and their families navigating this crisis. We've compiled a list of resources to help caregivers find support during this challenging time. See details below and share with your networks.

@KarlTrumanLaw His timeless vision is worth honoring every day, even in small ways, like in how we treat others with love, compassion, or fairness.

We honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose vision of equality, justice, and hope continues to inspire us. His unwavering dedication reminds us to strive for fairness, compassion, and a better world.💙 #MLKDay #CountOnTheColonel #JusticeForAll

"Darkness cannot drive out darkness, only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate, only love can do that." ~ Martin Luther King, Jr., "Strength to Love," 1963 #MartinLutherKingJrDay #love