The Blog Blitz: Create Your Own Genealogy Blog in One Session Lab

Date:

Friday, Mar 22

Time:

3:00 - 4:00 pm

Room:

155A

Session ID:

BW7

Type:

Hands-on Workshop

Difficulty:

Beginner

Track:

Getting Started

Syllabi:

COOKE_Blog_Blitz_Syllabus (PDF)
COOKE_Blog_Blitz_Syllabus (DOCX)

Description

A genealogy themed blog is like having your own genealogy message board! Through the power of online search other researchers will be able to learn from your experiences and connect with you when family tree branches cross. In this class you will learn just how easy it is to get started and pick up the tips and tricks to be successful from well-known podcaster and blogger Lisa Louise Cooke.

In this class we will cover:
1. Why You Should Be Blogging
2. Finding your Niche
3. Free Blogging Platforms
4. Setting up the Blog
5. Posting Pointers
6. Getting the Word out through Social Media Synchronization

Presenters

Lisa Louise Cooke

Lisa Louise Cooke is the owner of Genealogy Gems, a multi-media production company, and host of “The Genealogy Gems Podcast” at www.genealogygems.com. Her podcasts bring genealogy news, research strategies, expert interviews and inspiration to genealogists in 75 countries around the world.

Lisa is the author of four books including “Turn Your iPad into a Genealogy Powerhous,” and “The Genealogist’s Google Toolbox,” a regular contributor to family history magazines, producer of the video series “Google Earth for Genealogy” and over 50 videos at the Genealogy Gems YouTube Channel, and a popular international speaker.