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6:00 – Vicky H on Writing for the Web

February 10, 2009 by Liz Leave a Comment

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Vicky H

Vicky H explains the role of technology in parenting this way at her site, Remarkable Parents :
Our site will help you make better use of your precious time. We will help you become more organized and productive. This will enable you to be part of the conversation, instead of fighting it.

โ€œBecause … technology tools arenโ€™t just for teens. Adults are using them to connect with each other, to learn new things, and to be more productive at home and at work!โ€

Technology is not going away and the web is not going anywhere. … Our kids, in this era, have never experienced life without computers. We have some catching up to do, and this is where Remarkable Parents comes in.

Vicky H will be talking about

Writing for the Web

  • Blogging: It’s More than Writing.
  • They Don’t Read, They Skim
  • Monitoring the Conversation?
  • Why Is the Web different?
  • What’s so great about URLs?

Ask this remarkable mom your questions.

Vicky has worked in higher education field for more than 10 years experienced on both the academic side and the Information Technology/administrative side of the college. Vicky writes at Remarkable Parents where she shows parents how to keep with the technology that is part of their children’s world.
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Comments

  1. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:01 PM

    Ask me questions, I’m ready!

    Reply
  2. ME Liz Strauss says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:02 PM

    Hiya!
    You must be tired already!
    So what was the biggest thing you learned about having a blog?

    Reply
  3. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:04 PM

    To take your time to plan, think of your target audience, and know where your going short term

    Reply
  4. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:05 PM

    As far as writing for the web

    * to put information in smaller chunks
    * use subheadings
    * write simply

    Reply
  5. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:08 PM

    As far as technically:

    * To implement new plugins, add on’s one at a time

    * To use WP
    * Wait a day or to to upgrade. See how it goes with others.

    Reply
  6. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:09 PM

    As far as writing:

    To plan ahead and have 2-3 articles on hand at any time.

    You don’t always have to post something big or long.

    Reply
  7. ME Liz Strauss says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:09 PM

    What do you do when you don’t know what to write about?

    Reply
  8. Zaibatsu says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:10 PM

    Vicky, I have a 5 year old and a 9 month old.

    My 5 year old has had a computer since he was 2, he can surf the web like a pro and hey types better than he writes.

    What limits should I put on the little guy, he never wants to get away from his laptop.

    Zaibatsu

    Reply
  9. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:11 PM

    I try to keep a small tablet to write ideas on. Or I call @Jott and record it and look later

    Reply
  10. Zaibatsu says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:12 PM

    Vicky,

    I’m also a terrible blogger, that’s why I do a video podcast. Aside from hiring writers, any tips for an aspiring blogger?

    Zaibatsu

    Reply
  11. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:13 PM

    There are some good Parental Control software programs for kids.

    You can make a schedule that will only allow him to log on at certain times.

    Reply
  12. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:14 PM

    I’d say just pick a topic and start writing. Your probably going to in the beginning edit out 1/3 of what you write, but eventually you will get better.

    Ask friends to critique lightly your writing, your trying to improve.

    Reply
  13. Zaibatsu says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:15 PM

    Vicky,

    I hate to cut off the little guy at the firewall ๐Ÿ™‚

    But he’s addicted to Playhouse Disney online.

    Z

    Reply
  14. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:15 PM

    I also wouldn’t hire writer’s unless you need to and instead hire a writing coach.

    Reply
  15. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:17 PM

    If he’s getting exercise out side, he may be able to spend more time with his laptop, which is not exercise.

    Reply
  16. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:19 PM

    How many months do you have left before your 5 mos old will need a computer and it’ll start all over again.

    Reply
  17. Ramon De Leon says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:22 PM

    Do you think aside from content people might be drawn to a blog because of layout preference or because they like google bloggers vs WP bloggers? I am getting started on both and think with Google when I comment on a blog alert, I find people to be more open because I am on Google also. @DPZRAMON

    Reply
  18. zaibatsu says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:22 PM

    I agree rinse and repeat. LOl

    Reply
  19. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:23 PM

    @Ramon Content is King! If they like your writing, they’ll come back!

    Reply
  20. zaibatsu says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:23 PM

    So tell me more about productivity.

    My wife and I both work from home, and we’ve cut back on expenses so no full time nanny.

    Any thoughts?

    Reply
  21. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:26 PM

    That depends on what you spend most of your time on?

    I would say look for recommendations on Twitter. If your not following any of the geekies, start following a couple.

    People will rave about great software, so just favorite the tweet and check it out, see if it would help you.

    Reply
  22. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:27 PM

    I know there’s a site that does a Webware 100 awards every year for the best software. Google to find that site.

    Reply
  23. Bella Casa says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:31 PM

    How do you get technically challenged friends to join facebook? I keep trying to tell them how easy it is and that technology and the Internet are not going anywhere…but some are so resistant.

    Reply
  24. rjleaman says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:31 PM

    Vicky, can you talk just a bit about the range of skills that it takes to be a blogger, in your experience? Obviously you and I would likely agree that writing is first and foremost, but it’s just part of the package for a blogger… What’s your take on that?

    Reply
  25. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:33 PM

    I think you have to have a technical background or at least be willing to learn. You have to be a mini-marketer of your blog posts and blog itself.

    Reply
  26. Becky McCray says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:34 PM

    Hiya, Vicky! Looking forward to seeing you again at SOBCon.

    If you haven’t already covered it, could you talk about some things that help you to write quickly. Or about how you keep from losing ideas!

    Reply
  27. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:35 PM

    I don’t think words and grammar matter so much on blogs, their much less formal

    Reply
  28. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:36 PM

    I have a 10 minute timer I sometime use. Whatever I have after 10 minutes get’s posted.

    Reply
  29. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:37 PM

    I think you have to be able to write well enough to keep an audience

    Reply
  30. ME Liz Strauss says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:40 PM

    What do you do when you get a negative comment? Or folks just didn’t “get” what you said?

    Reply
  31. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:41 PM

    If I get a negative comment I usually just thank them for sharing their opinion.

    If people don’t get what I said, I usually will write in the comments what I ‘meant’ to say. or a clarification

    Reply
  32. Glenda Watson Hyatt says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:42 PM

    re #27 – I would recommend spell checking and proofreading before hitting publish. To me, seeing errors distracts from the post. Oftentimes I use text-to-speech software to hear my posts – a good way for catching some errors.

    Reply
  33. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:43 PM

    What I was refering to more is slang or abbreviations

    Reply
  34. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:43 PM

    Look Liz,

    I just had to clarify ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  35. Becky McCray says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:44 PM

    Glenda, that is an excellent idea! We all have those text-to-speech tools, but we seldom use them!

    Vicky, tell us how you got up the courage to actually start writing.

    Reply
  36. Michelle Vandepas says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:45 PM

    HI Vicky
    what if you are a great writer, but no one seems to be reading? CK is a good writer, and we get hits, but few comments…?

    Reply
  37. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:45 PM

    I had a writing coach for the first 5 months. That helped a lot. Someone I had to make goals with and then held me accountable.

    Reply
  38. Glenda Watson Hyatt says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:46 PM

    Becky, yes, those tools are great for proofreading!

    Reply
  39. rjleaman says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:47 PM

    And is there a particular structure you like to use in writing your blog posts, or are you more a free-style kind of writer?

    Reply
  40. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:47 PM

    I’d think about promoting the posts more, where your RSS button is on your page, is it right in front.

    Make sure it’s easy to read, in smaller chunks with subheadings that are easy to read and skimmable

    Reply
  41. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:49 PM

    I do all my writing and editing first on paper, probably until I think the post is about 60 percent done. Then I’ll edit it in WP

    Reply
  42. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:50 PM

    I also like to use quotes. I think they add something.

    Reply
  43. Kathryn says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:50 PM

    I know content is King but I think design and functionality cause people to stay and read more and return to your blog. Your thoughts?

    Reply
  44. Becky McCray says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:52 PM

    I find I’m quoting lots of ideas that I find on Twitter. Some weeks, that feels like all I post. ๐Ÿ˜€

    Reply
  45. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:53 PM

    I would say that’s true to some degree. If the reader cannot find what they want they may get frustrated and leave.

    If I look at someone’s categories and find non that are of interest then I don’t go any farther on that site

    Reply
  46. Bella Casa says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:53 PM

    I read your bio, that is why I asked the facebook question for older adults, but it looks like your theme tonight is blogging. Sorry about that!

    Reply
  47. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:54 PM

    There are many free templates out now, so I don’t think ‘bad design and layout’ are as much of an issue as it use to be.

    Reply
  48. Kathryn says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:55 PM

    True , true, thanks for answering!

    Reply
  49. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:55 PM

    I do to and that’s why my favorites folder on twitter is so big. Especially if most of your readers know the individual or have heard of them, that’s a good use.

    Reply
  50. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:56 PM

    What was your question about FB?

    Reply
  51. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:58 PM

    People are really smart that use Twitter. They are also very creative so they spark a lot of ideas for my posts too

    Reply
  52. Bella Casa says

    February 10, 2009 at 6:59 PM

    It’s post #23 ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  53. Becky McCray says

    February 10, 2009 at 7:00 PM

    Anybody use their voice to write? Like record your articles to be transcribed?

    Reply
  54. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 7:00 PM

    I would think about the person and what their interests are… If they are really interested in finding old friends and classmates, FB is great for that.

    Reply
  55. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 7:01 PM

    If they have a lot of video’s they may not know that you can load your video’s and photo’s to FB

    Reply
  56. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 7:02 PM

    I use @Jott which you use through the phone.

    Reply
  57. ME Liz Strauss says

    February 10, 2009 at 7:02 PM

    Vicky,
    You’ve been brilliant!
    Thanks so much!

    Reply
  58. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 7:03 PM

    @Jott now works with Twitter, FB, they have an iPhone app, they voice to text your voicemail messages

    Reply
  59. VickyH says

    February 10, 2009 at 7:03 PM

    Liz,

    Thank you for inviting me!

    Reply

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