Ronell Smith
@RonellSmith
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Content & brand strategist who loves solving big problems. Helper & business coach for small businesses. Dad to the best daughters on the planet.
Texas
Joined July 2009
We incorrectly assail voters for being apathetic; they are simply looking for substance, not performative antics and divisive political agendas.
dallasnews.com
Ronell Smith: Voters aren’t apathetic. They’re just not seeing anything on the ballot worth the trouble.
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"We can coddle American companies with tariffs, but it won’t change the fact that we are losing badly." . A VERY important article highlighting how we're falling behind as China's dominance in tech and industry grow. Great work @dunne_insights.
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America is something we build together or not at all. Their commitment was shared. Our future must be as well.
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Quote of the day: "[Y]our clearest distribution advantage is your story." Data commands the lion's share of the attention when the uniqueness of a brand is discussed. You know what else is unique? Your brand's story, which, when strategically deployed, can be a force multiplier.
Most people think distribution is a channel. But your clearest distribution advantage is your story. The sharper it is, the more the right people carry it for you. Tell it so others can retell it.
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For the first time in a LONG time, I met my Goodreads Book Challenge goal: 52 books in '24. I'm quite surprised. Now, I have to get on @emcgillivray's and @fighto's level.
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That Job’s quote helps summarize why….1. I think everyone should read Musk’s book,.2. I’ve never allowed my daughters to say “I can’t” when trying to solve a problem/challenge, or hit a roadblock, and.3. Why the no. 1 thing I hope my kids never lose is their curiosity.
I think we're born knowing this and then life tries to beat it out of us. It's those of us that keep the belief no matter what that go on and change the world.
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RT @iPullRank: I think we're born knowing this and then life tries to beat it out of us. It's those of us that keep the belief no matter w….
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"Engineering is a function, but architecture is aesthetic. You’re not just designing for function—you want people to feel a certain way." Of course @egabbert wrote that :D.
thegeorgiareview.com
When I was nine or ten years old, my grandmother gave me a book full of so many random, interesting facts and tidbits of science and history I sometimes think it’s the secret source of all my adult...
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"Branding not only helps small businesses establish trust and authenticity, but it also creates a much-needed sense of scarcity in the minds of prospects and customers while building a unique story around your brand." Thx, @MordyOberstein & @Wix.
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I concur.
"A common misconception is introverts are not excitable and don’t like to socialise, but the truth is that they are just more specific about the topics they are extraverted about and the people they would like to socialise with. ‘an introvert is an extravert with good taste’."
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"I like reading more than I like almost anything else. Writers who write about writing, readers who write about reading—these are people I instantly recognize as my kind." The brilliant @egabbert has some recommendations; I trust her judgment.
theatlantic.com
These five titles focus on the many connections we can form with what we read.
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Ecstatic that the fine folks at @Wix let me talk about the things I love: Branding & small business. Too many small business owners think branding is only for big business. In fact, branding is even more important for SMBs, who typically lack budget and name recognition.
A month ago, before all the hoopla, @CrystalontheWeb & I recorded an episode about how brand overlaps with SEO. This is that episode. @RonellSmith shares what folks often miss about branding! . Follow of the week @finderika . SERP's Up! 🏄♀️.
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RT @MordyOberstein: A month ago, before all the hoopla, @CrystalontheWeb & I recorded an episode about how brand overlaps with SEO. This….
wix.com
Where does brand authority play into search visibility? How do you measure brand authority on the SERP? Wix’s Mordy Oberstein and Crystal Carter are back for more as they discuss the power of branded...
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I’ve wondered why web development platforms don’t get this: over choice is a real, painful concern, especially for end users, as opposed to agencies. We don’t need more choices; we need greater confidence in our decision. In this case: A well-designed, high-performing page/site.
I love what #WordPress is doing with blocks and patterns. Developers and designers will embrace them. But the core building blocks for regular people is pages. They don't want 50 CTA components to choose from. They want 10 "About Us" page choices.
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RIP Champ!!!! #GoDawgs.
We are saddened to announce that Uga X, fondly known as Que, died peacefully in his sleep earlier this morning. Born May 27, 2013, he formally began his tenure in a collaring ceremony at the Georgia-Georgia Southern football game on Nov. 21, 2015. Que retired following the 2022
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Praying for my brothers and sisters in Israel. Several friends reached out last night to ask "What's happening in Israel?" . A sinus infection had me out of commission until 2 PM today. This post by @TheFP is a great place to start.
thefp.com
Answering your questions on Hamas, Iran, the occupation, and more.
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Gates’ recommendations for getting kids to love math mirrors my experiences with my daughters, especially the use of games involving real-world problems. My philosophy: You don’t have to love it but must get algebraic reasoning & be able to handle Calc 1.
businessinsider.com
Bill Gates suggested three ways to make math more appealing for students after spending the day in an eighth-grade classroom.
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Asked baby girl for an assessment of school yr: Honors Mandarin 3, Honors Robotics, Rocket Science & Pre-Calc. “I have 100s in all my classes. Plus, Rockets is basically advanced physics, which you KNOW I’m good at.”.Me: “Who are you? Dr. Nancy J Lai?”.Her: “Who?!” 😂 @gr82live
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You can read my more in-depth thoughts here:
ronellsmith.com
Helping Black-owned businesses, in addition to small businesses generally, has become a calling I'm hopeful others take up as well.
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