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Tweeting with Tactic or Genuine Tweet?

Tweeting with Tactic or Genuine Tweet?

I've posted yesterday, Sunday, May 24th a topic on Twitter on my book blog (You Are Privileged). Most people find Twitter useful in promoting variety of interests. Some do tweet with a focus on their personal daily experience, individual views, certain issues, while some post web links. Others are actively promoting their corporate services and products.

Here are my notes:

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It has been an interesting day for me on Twitter. I have met several new followers which made this day especially overwhelming yet fulfilling. When you are on Twitter, you get to know more people as they share news and other relevant information on the net.

But how do you use Twitter so that people recognize that you tweet with value?

I have come across one tweet that says he is almost getting tired of receiving promotional or selling tactics using Twitter.

I agree when somebody said, the best way to sell is to market yourself first. Who could not agree with that?

Indeed, I believe that when you give value to your readers or followers, then that will be the starting point when you could build your credibility. You can accomplish this by genuinely providing the benefits your readers can get if they decide to tweet with you.

People will start to acknowledge the great things that you do when they see your genuine interest to interact with them rather than a one-way street tweet.

In this way, you and your followers are both in a win-win situation.

You can join me on Twitter! http://twitter.com/sheilaatienza

Source: http://iclickproperty.com/youareprivileged/?p=64

Book Release Announcement by Canadian Publisher

Press Release reprinted courtesy of Privilege Solutions Integrated

BC-based Canadian publisher, Privilege Solutions Integrated is pleased to announce that its recently published book "YOU ARE PRIVILEGED, 12 Success Principles to Uncover Your Innermost Potential" by Canadian author Sheila Atienza, is now available in select bookstores worldwide.

For Immediate Release

Book Release Announcement by Canadian Publisher

BC-based Canadian publisher, Privilege Solutions Integrated is pleased to announce that its recently published book "YOU ARE PRIVILEGED, 12 Success Principles to Uncover Your Innermost Potential" by Canadian author Sheila Atienza, is now available in select bookstores worldwide.

The book, "You are Privileged, 12 Success Principles to Uncover Your Innermost Potential" was specifically written to help readers explore variety of ways to grow and succeed in any chosen endeavour by looking at, first and foremost, one's inner self.

The book features practical universal principles to discover one's innermost strength, talent, skill and strategies, whether as a student or professional, employee or entrepreneur. It consists of three parts: Part I-Self-Development (mind, body, and soul) which is the major component to one's being; Part II-Plan of Action, Financial Goals and Decision-Making; and Part III- Effect of your Well-Being.

"The recession is evident. With the global economic downturn we are all experiencing these days; we could not help but be affected. We hear negative news everywhere. And our exciting outlook for tomorrow may be blocked. The book "YOU ARE PRIVILEGED" was written to motivate readers to feel good about themselves. It outlines the essential guiding principles that we could all reflect upon our being and experience success we ought to have for ourselves. Everything starts from going back to the fundamental concepts." says Sheila.

Book author Sheila Atienza, is a BC-based REALTOR and Mortgage Broker. She hosts her web sites and writes articles and blogs in real estate, mortgage, personal success and motivation.

The book "YOU ARE PRIVILEGED" is distributed in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Germany, France, Austria, other European countries, South Africa, Australia and Asian countries by Ingram Book Group, the world's largest wholesale book distributor.

It is available online at Chapters, Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Barnes & Noble, Blackwell's, Mcnally Robinsons, Indiebound.org and other independent bookstores worldwide.

Convenient Living at Vancouver's Condo

Convenient Living at Vancouver's Condo

How could one not look at the possibility of owning a piece of luxury mixed with affordability?

A few years ago, we have seen the rise of condominium development at the Collingwood side of Vancouver. Since the development is situated in a strategic location, it boasts access to obvious convenience.

Its proximity to public transportation is apparently one of the benefits of those who have recently owned properties in the area. To date, this continues to attract prospective home buyers.

The Joyce sky train station leads you to other major locations throughout the Lower Mainland. Not to mention, recreation and shops nearby promise a better experience.

One of the developments in the area of Collingwood that one might have an interest in is the URBA condominium. As per the MLS, there are at least nine units available in this complex, with one or two bedroom units. Price ranges from 299K to 399K.

If you are interested to arrange an appointment to view the condo units:

Please send request by email.

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Sheila Atienza, BC REALTOR and Mortgage Broker

Author of "You are Privileged, 12 Success Principles to Uncover Your Innermost Potential" (ISBN 9780981147505)

Author of "How to Prepare to Own a Home in Canada, Recession-proof Lifestyle for Immigrants and First-time Buyers" (ISBN 9780981147512)

Where the Housing Market in BC is headed

Where the housing market in BC is headed

Recent reports say that the season of Spring could be the testing point where the sector of housing might most likely go.

We have observed the prices of homes; or how real estate have gone relatively low after a decade of watching houses that command high price.

Although, it's still a buyer's market, analysts see an analogy that the increase of prices this month of March could mean that the market has already hit the lowest point or it might simply indicate that it's typical of the season.

Here's an interesting article which reports an indicator where the housing market is headed in BC.

http://www.ctvbc.ctv.ca/servlet/an/local/CTVNews/20090319/BC_spring_housing_season_090319/20090320/?hub=BritishColumbiaHome

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Sheila Atienza, Richmond BC REALTOR/Mortgage Broker

Author of "You are Privileged, 12 Success Principles to Uncover Your Innermost Potential"

Author of "How to Prepare to Own a Home in Canada, Recession-proof Lifestyle for Immigrants and First-time Buyers"

"You are Privileged" Book Coming to Richmond Public Library

"You are Privileged" Book Coming to Richmond Public Library

Here's good news for booklovers and residents in the city of Richmond.

The recently published book title: "YOU ARE PRIVILEGED, 12 Success Principles to Uncover Your Innermost Potential" by Canadian publisher, Privilege Solutions Integrated and written by Canadian author, Sheila Atienza, will soon be available at the Richmond Public Library.

Richmond Public Library comprises at least five public libraries in the entire city of Richmond, namely: Brighouse, Ironwood, Cambie, Hamilton and Steveston.

The book has been released several weeks ago in the US and Canada and currently available at select major and independent bookstores worldwide. Here's the list of some of the stores that carry this book title:

Canada: chapters rare amazon.ca

US/International: betterworld blackwell amazon.com barnes&noble

If you'd like to see an excerpt from an article about this book posted on Chapters Indigo:

Feel Good About Yourself!

When things fall apart or go the way you never expected, what do you do?
Particularly, with the global economic downturn we are all experiencing these days; we could not help but be affected. Thus, we feel so low. We worry...

Continue reading...http://community.indigo.ca/posts/Sheila-Atienza/user-356471/534754.html

Sheila Atienza, Richmond BC REALTOR and Mortgage Broker

Author, "YOU ARE PRIVILEGED, 12 Success Principles to Uncover Your Innermost Potential"

Author, "How to Prepare to Own a Home in Canada, Recession-proof Lifestyle for Immigrants and First-time Buyers"