Speaking & Impacting Others

Finding New Friends and Creating Relationships on the Web

In promoting my third book, A History of Horses Told by Horses, I am learning to embrace social media marketing, including Facebook, Myspace, and Twitter. I’ve been using Twitter for six weeks now and have met many terrific, interesting and savvy people.

On Twitter, you’re allowed 140 characters when sending a tweet. It may seem short, but you can get in quite a mouthful. No one ever said networking had to be a long drawn out novel, sometimes shorter is better. Don’t underestimate the power of short and quick replies because with the right words they can be very effective.

These 7 tips will show exactly how you can get the most out of your networking efforts on Twitter.

1. Start by using your real name on your profile, upload a real photo of yourself and fill out your bio. Your bio is about you and not your business. People want to know they are talking to a person. Your website link will take care of your business.

Giving Thanks for Health, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness

The original intention of this particular blog was to share in the celebration of America’s birthday, the 4th of July. Waving the red, white, and blue punctuated with a barbecue, followed by fireworks. Revelry meant to be shared with friends. Yet my fingers on the keyboard seem to be taking me in a different direction. I will try to follow their course.

I am very lucky in experiencing good health, in spite of a bout with cancer, and pursuing a life that centers on helping others. Yet at times, I am haunted with melancholy. Why? I am not sure but one way I combat it, without fully revealing its presence, is with the help and support of family and friends. I do not thank them enough. Do you experience this? Does most everyone? I’m not sure but the rollercoaster of life still puzzles me and makes it one thrilling and sometimes frightening ride.

Good Friends Are Rewarding to Have

“A true friend doesn’t sympathize with your weakness; instead they help summon your strength.” – Anonymous, excerpt from Quotations for Successful Living

I want to thank everyone, friends included, for coming out and supporting me and the horses at the Epilogue Book Company and Off the Beaten Path Booksellers & Cafe in Steamboat Springs this past weekend. You all inspire me to spread the horses’ message of peace and love and express their hope to companion with compassionate people, especially women, in order to save the world. These were the first two stops on a national tour to publicize the horses’ book.

The first power-point presentation for A History of Horses Told by Horses was mired by a computer glitch when my laptop froze up delaying the start by fifteen minutes. Being technologically challenged I was flustered and at a loss for what to do. Fortunately, a friend came forward from the crowd and saved the day, thank you Richard.

You’re Invited: H.A. Levin’s Pre-Launch Celebrations

I happily invite you to join me for my upcoming debuts in Steamboat Springs, Colorado for my new book entitled, A History of Horses Told by Horses.

At the first event, I will give a PowerPoint presentation featuring illustrations from the book and photos of our equine friends and animal lovers, who inspired me to write their stories. The Epilogue Book Company, located on 837 Lincoln Avenue, will be the host of this event on Friday, March 20th at 7 PM.

At the second happening I will be free to answer your questions and sign books at Off the Beaten Path Bookstore & Coffee House, located on 68 9th Street, on Saturday, March 21st between 1-3 PM.

A History of Horses Told by Horses was inspired by my close equine friend, teacher and guide, Bess, who lived on Chriss and John Fetcher’s Ranch by the edge of Steamboat Lake. It was here that I realized in working with animals that I began my journey and learned from the horses their mission is to empower women in order to lead humanity toward a more peaceful, life-sustaining path.