Helpful Blogging Links: Get Shared on Facebook, Facebook Privacy Settings, Community & Belonging

• 7 Scientifically Proven Ways to Get “Shared” on Facebook via Fast Company. Dan Zarella of HubSpot tracked 12,000 articles to see when they were posted, how they were shared, and what information they offered. He’s compiled the data to show you how you can get your articles shared on Facebook.

• Do You Feel Like You Don’t Belong as a Blogger via ProBlogger. Darren wrote a great article about what it means to “belong” online. The fact is, we’re all people, we all have insecurities, and we’re all a little surprised to find where we are right now. There’s room for everyone.

• Understanding the Like Button and How It Affects You and a Website via BrandCraft Inc. More than a few people are unsure about the new Facebook Like button. Tommy Guns of BrandCraft Inc. provides a written explanation and a video about what the Like button is, how it can help you, and why you may want to drink the Kool-Aid.

• HOW TO: Disable Facebook’s “Instant Personalization” [Privacy] via Mashable. Not everyone is thrilled about Facebook changing how long apps can keep your info. Mashable shows you how to easily turn off this automatic feature. Now would be a good time to check your child’s Facebook account settings as well. I’m sure they’re keeping track of these changes and what they mean the way you are.

• Common Misconceptions About Web Designers via SixRevisions. I love this article because I have many friends who are web designers and I see them disrespected on a daily basis. Readers, I adore you, but please listen to me when I tell you design is not something just anyone can do. It takes time and talent and it’s expensive. More than that, though, it’s worth the cost and the wait. So on behalf of my designer friends, please read this article and try not to complain when they can’t get to your request yesterday. kthxbai

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