Archive for August, 2009
WOW! 700 Lenses. You most certainly CAN be a Giant Squid!
August 26th, 2009
We now have over 700 NEW lenses in The Giant Squid Challenge!
WOW! At this rate I think we can make it to 2,000 new lenses and loads of new
Giant Squids. So keep those quality lenses coming in and don't forget
to add them to your teams Plexo. There are still almost 6 weeks left!
If you're wondering what all the hoopla is about the Giant Squid program check it out right HERE!
PS – And a BIG thank you to our dedicated team of Giant Squid Greeters!
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SquidKiva has rasied $1,075.00 so far this year!
August 26th, 2009
Our very own Giant Squid kab has a team on Kiva. Kiva is an amazing organization…you can read more about Kiva and how it works here.
To join SquidKiva (I did) visit: The SquidKiva homepage and sign up to change a life! So far 25 Squidoo lensmasters have joined and loaned a total of $1,075.00!
Also be sure to visit Kab's lens: SquidKiva – A Kiva Community for Squidoo Lensmasters.
GO TEAM! Let's see how much money we can help kab lend!
Who are the Giant Squids?
August 26th, 2009
A lot of people have been asking me this very question…so for all the
new people who have just joined Squidoo you're in for a real treat.
The Giant Squids are the core group of movers and shakers at Squidoo. It's a gathering of the
influentials, the elite, the most passionate and dedicated on Squidoo.
Here's how this whole thing started. One day at Squidoo
Headquarters, Megan and Seth noticed something. They noticed that many
of the best lenses are built by people who have a lot of lenses.
There's an art to building a Squidoo page, and once you learn it, you
can scale it. You get addicted to it. You do it over and over again,
and your lenses get better and better.
Sure, there are plenty of
lensmasters with just 2 or 3 terrific lenses and no plans to make more,
and we're happy to have them around. Quality and content are important.
King, even. But the intersection of quality and quantity, that's a rare thing. It shows commitment, leadership, a willingness to experiment, and excellence.
So
we wanted a way to reward those people, a way to help them do even more
great work, and a way to make sure the rest of the world knows just how
unique they are. That's why we created the Giant Squids program.
So that's who the Giant Squids are. Interested in becoming one? You should be. Visit THE GIANT SQUIDS (and how you can become one) to find out how. The next deadline is Sept. 30th, 2009!
PS – Did I mention that there's perks to being a Giant? You bet there are!
We’ve got some super Giant Squid Grads!
August 26th, 2009
So stop on by and sign their guestbook and check out some really great lenses.
Are YOU ready to be a Giant Squid?
If you have 25 lenses that you're
insanely proud of right now… go make 25 more. If you have 80 lenses,
but only a handful that you've really spent any time on… go perfect
50 of your favorites. And if you're pretty sure you have 50 or more
lenses that you'd stake your reputation on, 50 lenses that match most
of the above guidelines, then it's time to apply!
Here's how. And it's easier than you might think.
When you're ready, any time before the next deadline (Sept. 30th, 2009), just send an
email to giants@squidoo.com. Link us to your lensmaster profile page.
That's it.
If you don't apply, we won't be able to consider you for the program. We're looking forward to hearing from you!)…from THE GIANT SQUIDS (and how you can become one)
2009 Giant Squid Buddy-Up Project Update!
August 26th, 2009
Well we are into the 2nd week of the 2009 Giant Squid Buddy-Up Project and I am thrilled to report that we are getting some nice lenses from our Giant Squid Buddies! Here are a few from boutiqueshops buddy list!
AlsoShop Top Sellers by AlsoShop
ALittleAboutMe by ABeautifulSecret
Wilma's World by mainmom7501
Keep those Buddy lenses coming!
Good goings on at Squidoo
August 26th, 2009
There has been so much goodness going on at Squidoo that I just wanted to do a big round-up of the happenings. So read on and enjoy:
1) Be a Squidoo Intern – This is a super opportunity for a creative person. Megan & Seth are looking for people from all walks of life who want to work with a super company (that would be Squidoo) on a wide variety of projects. But apply soon…by Aug. 10th…time is a tickin'.
2) Giant Squidom – Get 50 quality lenses by Sept. 30th, 2009, get Giant Squid perks galore!
3) Givin' it away now – Congratulations to Marine Parents for winning $3,000 for their charity from Squidoo.
4) Buddy-Up – The Giant Squids are participating in a really fun project where they mentor their friends on Squidoo to create some super lenses in the month of August. You can see their work here. It's also not too late to "Buddy-Up". e-mail me at bonnie [at] squidoo.com to join in the fun.
5) 100 Club – The 100 Club has a brand spanking new badge from Squidoo HQ. Join the Club, get a badge. Learn how here.
6) The Giant Squid Challenge – If you are on one of these fabulous Greeter Teams don't forget to add your NEW lenses to the plexos.
7) Now go enjoy the day!
Go to Source
Where the heck did bdkz go on Facebook?
August 26th, 2009
However, the good news is that you can see what I'm up to here on this blog or you can follow me on Twitter: http://twitter.com/bdkz or you can even e-mail me at bonnie@squidoo.com. I love hearing from everyone!
That's all for now.
PS – Did you know that there are still 61 days left to get 50 quality lenses to be a Giant Squid? Now you do : )
Factor Y ~ In Support Of The Male Lensmaster
August 26th, 2009
Guest post by Giant Squid Lensmaster Drifter0658
Men have become the gender minority in usage of the Internet, and with the volatile shifts in world economics tossing more and more men to the wolves, males are turning out by the droves to find personal financial security via the Internet.
But, the way men traditionally have used the Internet is not focused. We jump from one “cool” site to the next. Couple this with the late start at working from home and frustration can set in at the notion of being successful online.
Factor Y is a new group for male Squidoo Lensmasters that is designed to support the males working on the Internet. Through time tested methods, Factor Y will help the men realize the power of Squidoo as a tool in their efforts to gain success in any online endeavour they partake in.
For more information on Factor Y, a down-loadable Info Kit can be found at the Factor Y Home Office, or at the “public” blog. Factor Y can also be followed on Twitter.
Look for the loud red and black badges of Factor Y to show up on lenses near you.
Online Craft Business Tips
August 26th, 2009
Are you a crafter looking to make more money? Are you interested in broadening the earning potential from your handmade creations?
Giant Squid MeltedRachel shares fantastic tips and marketing advice targeted to the business of Crafting at her new lens Online Craft Business Tips .
You’ll find the hottest places to sell your crafts online, the most helpful blogs and lenses along with great advice to help you become more successful at selling your wares. Take a look now!
Spotlight on Mukunda22
August 26th, 2009
Creating 100 awesome lenses is a super accomplishment and not something that happened overnight. New 100 Club member Mukunda22 shares some great tips while she tells us why she did it.