How to Screencast Like a Pro
Dec 17th
Recently I bought the video based tutorial “How to Screencast Like a Pro.” I watched the videos on Friday and Saturday. Then on Sunday, I was able to use the techniques that I learned to make this step-by-step video on “How to Create a Facebook Business (Fan) Page“.
What is a Screencast Video
A Screencast video is whre you record what’s on your computer screen so you can show your viewers how to do something (i.e. create a Fan Page) or a Power Point presentation on a particular subject. You don’t have to worry about video cameras, lighting or even what you look like. And they can be just as powerful…sometimes even more powerful…than regular on-camera video.
I did have to experience with Keynote Presentation on the MAC (Power Point on the PC) and Screencast recording, but what I learned in this tutorial was more than worth the price I paid.
Let’s face it screencast videos can also be confusing, intimidating and frustrating. I’ve watched screencast videos that have come out a little fuzzy, hard to see, and sometimes hard to hear. Although, I didn’t have any of these problems, I did know how to create screencasts that were eye-catching with pop animation, 3-D effects, and record for more clarity.
The video tutorials cover the following topics:
How to properly size screencast videos…from recording – to the web…for crystal-clear quality
The microphones to use for great sounding audio
Where to get the coolest images and templates for screencast presentations
How to create eye-popping animated logos in PowerPoint and KeyNote
How to animate any type of graphic, however you want, in PowerPoint and KeyNote
How to animate text for maximum effect in PowerPoint and KeyNote
How to use on-camera video in screencast presentations
The secrets and how-to’s of layering screencast objects for stunning effects
How to properly record screencast videos in Camtasia and ScreenFlow
How to properly edit screencast videos in Camtasia and ScreenFlow
How to properly produce screencast videos for the web in Camtasia and ScreenFlow
3D compositing – how to elegantly twist and turn your screencast video’s in 3 dimensions
How to use a slick, web-based tool for creating one-of-kind screencast presentations
How to properly record PowerPoint and KeyNote presentations
How to properly record browser and application windows
Where to get professional voice-over’s for your screencast videos…at rock-bottom prices
And much, much, much, much, much, much more
The training contains lessons for both Windows and Mac users. So it doesn’t matter if you use Windows, a Mac or both…you’ll get the training you need to screencast like a pro.
You get unlimited, lifetime access to the training. You can login and watch the training videos as much as you want, whenever you want. And with lifetime access, you have access to them forever.
If you want to start creating eye-catching professional videos, you will want this video based training tutorial. If you order the training before December 26th, it is only $99 (50% off). Well worth it — just the header alone that I created would have costs me $100 if I went to a designer.
“Ready to Get Rid of the Excuses and Get a Website? This this is for you…”
Dec 17th
Are you tired of not having a website or you have a website but it totally sucks and you are embarrassed to send people to it?
Do any of these describe you…
Technology freaks me out (or makes me nervous or feel stupid).
I don’t know how to make my website work for me.
I want to increase my income through marketing on the web, but don’t know how.
Help! I don’t even have a website! Where do I start?
If you want to attract more business, you need a website. It is as simple as that!
To get a website, you have two choices…
You can learn to do it yourself.
OR
You can pay someone else to do it for you.
This holiday season, I’m offering a special price of $299 for creating your website…but this is the LAST time I will offer this special. My prices are going up in 2011!
If 2011 is the year you FINALLY step up and start taking action toward creating a business presence on-line, the year you FINALLY stop saying, “I don’t have a website yet… ” then this package is just for you.
So here’s the deal…I am offering (up to 7 page) website complete with search engine optimization (SEO). And, if you order before December 24, I will also throw in a Facebook Page or a Twitter account (a $75 value). BUT…because I want to have a turnaround time of 1-3 weeks for my clients, I’m only offering 10 spots available! And when I offered this special before, the spots were snapped up faster than you can say lickity split! So, if you’ve made the decision to do what it takes to build an on-line presence this coming year, don’t wait on this, okay? I’d hate for you to miss out on this opportunity.
If you’re ready to claim your shiny new website, click the button below to buy now!
What is included:
7 page website setup (I will upload photos, video, copy that you send me on to your site), you decide what pages you want.
header design (similar to Alexandria Therapeutic Massage) on a template platform, (on a blogging platform there would be an additional charge depending on the design)
on page SEO with your keywords (if you need help with this I can give some suggestions)
URL redirect
website registration with Google and Yahoo.
What’s not included:
Domain registration – usually about $12 per year
Hosting – between $5-9/month depending on if you opt for the website template or a blogging template
Here’s the link again, so we can get started right away on your website
P.S. If this sounds good but you’re unsure for any reason, please email me and we’ll set up a time to talk and make sure this is the perfect fit for you and your goals.
How to Create a Facebook Business (Fan) Page
Dec 13th

Create a Facebook Page for Your Business
With over 500 million users on Facebook, you are missing a huge opportunity if you are not marketing your business using a Facebook Page.
In this video tutorial, I walk you through step-by-step how to create one for your massage practice.
Difference Between Profiles, Groups and Pages
It also includes what is the difference between Profiles, Groups and Pages and which to choose for your business and why Pages are very powerful way to market on-line.
Let me know what you think of the video. I created it differently that I have below, so I’m curious to get comments.
3 Secrets of a Successful Massage Practice
Dec 9th
Ever wonder why some people are successful in their massage business and other aren’t. Here are 3 secrets characteristics that I think everyone who wants to succeed needs.
Do you have other secrets that you have used to create a successful practice? Please share below. I would love to hear your stories.
Troubles
Dec 6th
Welcome to Motivation Mondays! Here is your quote for the week.
“I’m an old man and I’ve had many troubles–most of which never happened.”
~Mark Twain
How I Got on the First Page of Google in Less than 24 Hours Using Video
Dec 1st
“Use video to market your massage practice!” I know you’ve heard me say it before… but it is true. Here is a short video showing how I uploaded a video to YouTube yesterday and got on the first page of Google less than 24 hours later.
Don’t have the time or knowledge to make your own videos, but want to add video to gain clients? You can outsource video making. Check out iMassage Video. You can find a variety of free non-branded videos for you to use on your Website, Blog or Facebook Page/Profile. There is also a way to have them branded with your logo and company info. Or you can have your own custom video made as well.
The other video I referred to is How to Make a Video Using your Computer’s Built-in Camera.
How to Make a Video Using Your Computer’s Built-in Camera
Nov 30th
There are a variety of ways to make a video as there are types of videos. In this video tutorial, I show the behind the scenes view of how to make a video using your computer’s built-in camera.
Happy Thanksgiving
Nov 25th
“You simply will not be the same person two months from now after consciously giving thanks each day for the abundance that exists in your life. And you will have set in motion an ancient spiritual law: the more you have and are grateful for, the more will be given you.” — Sarah BanBreathnach
Thanksgiving is the beginning of the holiday season. The holidays are a time of celebration for many — good food, lots of parties, gift-giving, family and friends, — but they can also be a time of mass consumption with Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday just around the corner.
I’ve been reflecting on this a lot recently, and while none of this is anything original, I thought I’d share a few of my thoughts.
A Time for Gratitude
For those of us in the U.S., this is Thanksgiving week. It often becomes a day of overeating. I mean who can resist the Turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and the pies. Oh the pies… Pumpkin is my favorite!
But what should Thanksgiving really be about, besides family and friends? It’s about giving thanks, and too often this fades into the background of all the food.
So I’d like to take a moment to give my thanks:
I am deeply grateful for my husband, Gary. He loves and supports me in all of my crazy ideas.
I am grateful for my mom, my sister, my brother-in-law, my nephews, and everyone else I’m lucky enough to call family.
I am thankful for everyone I am honored to call friend. Each one of you enrich my life.
I am truly, truly grateful to all of you, my readers, for your continual encouragement on this blog, for making my dreams of doing something I’m passionate about come true, for making this job an incredibly fun and gratifying job. I am blessed to have all of you.
I am blessed to be healthy, to have all my needs and desires fulfilled, to live a joyful travel-filled life.
And I’m grateful for my cat, Jasmine. She has been my best friend for the past fifteen years. She listened to all of my hopes, desires and fears before there was a Gary.
What are you grateful for? I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments! Take time this week, and all through the holidays, to cultivate the gratitude habit. It can change your life.





