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We all have ideas, some we put into action and some just disappear into the thin air. The title here is one of those ideas that got lost. Just as John Cow was started by copying John Chow, I had decided on starting a blog copying John Cow as well . Yeah, I know it’s a little crazy. The whole idea was to start a money making blog by copying John Cow. But like I said I had given up on this idea and have no desire or much knowledge when it comes to writing about the money making niche.

This post ( keep reading ) would have been my first post on JohnKungpow.com ( the domain I had planned on buying ). Anyways, since the idea is now out of sight and out of mind I thought I would put the post here for you to take a look at and let me know what you think of it. I wanted to write a post ( the first post ) on that blog to create some attention, let me know if it would have been successful. Although this post is a little off topic for what I write I just wanted you, the readers, to see what I cook at times and crazy ideas I come up with

Here is the post that I had planned, [Read more →]

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Yes! That’s all it takes - a minute of your time to say Thank You!

It’s not possible to thank people enough for their efforts. Nothing motivates more effectively than the overt, emotional, unconditional feedback of an honest thank –you. Whether it’s a child, a friend, an employee, or a boss, an emotional thank – you works miracles - Richard Saunders

So what’s the idea?

Well, the idea here is to thank one person who has tremendously helped us in every single way during our blogging journey. Sometimes it’s just nice to give back. Although we are not giving much, a sincere thank you alone at times is more than enough. If they had enough time to help you out, you should have a minute to thank them. Let’s make use of this post to do just that. [Read more →]

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As we say goodbye to 2007 and welcome the new year I would like to wish all the readers a Very Happy New Year.Also one of my goals is to give more exposure to new bloggers in 2008. One of the way to get exposure is by guest posting. If anybody is interested in guest posting on this blog please send me an email at [email(at)ritubpant(dot)com].

Anyways, it’s time for me to go and have a little fun on the last day of this year. I will see you all next year. Although I haven’t been as active for the last couple days once the year rolls around you will find a lot of useful posts on this blog. You will find posts on blogging, productivity,web application,reviews and so on and so forth. If you would like to subscribe and stay up-to-date please click here

Take care and do not drink and drive. Have a good time with friends and family and if you get drunk please enjoy and do not wreck it for others.

I will see you guys next year

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“Deck the halls with bought of holly, Fa la la la la la, la la la la. Tis the season to be jolly, Fa la la la la la, la la la la.” Ahem! Well, I don’t sing very well I guess, but that’s not the point. It’s Christmas and it’s about enjoying and spending time with family and friends. I am not sure why you are on the computer ’cause you should be with your friends and family, enjoying the holiday spirit (I am getting off right after this post, just in case you are wondering ).

My last post I had asked readers to share their Christmas posts they had written on their blogs. So here is a list of links that will direct you to some Christmas Posts that you might enjoy, just in case you are on the computer. After you are done looking through the links, be sure to check out the link to the You Tube video, it might boost your Christmas spirit up even more

Love Christmas Songs? Here’s a You Tube Video for you to enjoy

Note: For the 200 Entrecard credits the readers had to leave a comment saying why Christmas is special for them. Since most of the comments were already linked to a post the 200 Entrecard gift is still waiting to be claimed . So if you got a Christmas story to share, quick share it with us through comments and go ahead and have a great time with family and friends. I will transfer 200 entrecard credits to one commentator. [Read more →]

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The year 2008 is almost here and it’s time to set some goals. Goals that are achievable and realistic. I have been blogging for a couple months and honestly, until now I haven’t had any goals besides increasing reader numbers ( it’s still one of the goals for 2008 ). I have come to realize that goal setting is a major part of any project, for being a 25 year old I guess I am realizing it a little too late. Anyways, I have some goals set as a blogger for 2008 and blogging in general.

Here are some of my goals that I would like to achieve as a blogger in 2008. These goals are in no order, each of them is a goal I want to attain sometimes during the year 2008 and each holds equal importance.

Read More Blogs

The best way to become a good blogger is by reading other blogs. I read quite a few blogs now but I would like to increase that number. The reason for this is simple - to learn and become better at what I am trying to do and that is blogging.

Also, the goal of reading more blogs doesn’t mean just the popular blogs. There are hundreds of new blogs that have such good content and we seem to ignore them for one reason - they are new. I am going to set aside some time each day to find new blogs and read what new bloggers have to write. One of the way to find new blogs is by simply visting the comment section on most blogs. A lot of commentators on popular blogs are new bloggers ( most of the time ) who are there in the hopes of getting traffic. So one of my goals is to read more blogs including new ones.

Comment On Other Blogs

I have to admit, although I like to see comments on my own blog it’s one thing I pass most of the time after I read a post on other blogs. I am in fault here. If I enjoy something I should make an effort to thank the blogger and share something that I might have to add. Afterall the blogger wrote it for us, the readers. So giving back a few words isn’t certainly going to take anything off of my time.

Network At Home

What I mean by “Network At Home” is, I want to network with my readers. I want to build a relationship between me and my readers as a person, as a social being. I network enough on social networking sites, don’t get me wrong, it still is important but sometimes you need to cater to your own family. In 2008 I want to build a relationship between us - me and you readers.

If you are a new blogger and need help with anything that you think I can help you with, feel free to contact me using the contact form on this blog. I will answer and do what I can to help you. [Read more →]

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We all need some time to be alone. Especially if you are a blogger stuck in front of the computer for hours, a hideout away from it is much needed. As for me, I hide in the basement. Call me crazy but this is how I get out of the daily stress of blogging. I know it sounds a bit ridiculous and may be a little creepy as well. As bloggers, we all have times when we just want to get away from the DAMN computer and find a place where there is nothing to bother or stress us out. To me it’s my unfinished basement.

A blogger’s life isn’t as easy and relaxed as most people imagine. The stress of having to update a blog regularly alone can cause a person heart attack ( ok, thats an exaggeration ), and besides blogging we all do have other committments like family, job,social life and a little TV time ofcourse. This post reflects as to where my private sanctuary is, where is my heaven or where I find the peace of mind to just not worry about a thing. You guessed it right - My basement.

Lately, I find myself sneaking downstairs to my basement a lot. After I have been stressed out on the computer for hours dealing with the fact that I am not getting where I would like to be and working on different projects, I certainly need some deserved alone time. Not to mention the stress after you have stumbled and dugg couple articles, talked on MySpace for a while, tinkered with Facebook for hours, participated on couple forums and ofcourse checked out ebay’s most wanted items, I need the time to relax and this is where the creepy basement comes in handy. [Read more →]

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