Maximize MySpace to Maximize Your Connections

By Jeff Cohen, freelance writer (cohenwriting@aol.com)

MySpace.com is the hottest thing to happen to the internet in a really long time. The web site itself is ranked in the top ten every week for number of visitors to the site. People of all ages are finding out that MySpace.com is the ultimate networking destination. The site appeals to friends who want to stay in touch, singles who want to mingle, and families who need to stay connected. The site even appeals to business people hoping to set up career networks and classmates trying to find long lost pals. Once you’ve officially decided to take the plunge and create your own profile, you’ll need the necessary tools to get started.

Sign Up For Your Own Account: First you’ll need to sign up and create your very own unique profile. This custom tailored profile is your calling card to tell the world all about you. This is where your friends, family, and coworkers will find out all the information that you’re ready to share.

Create a Background: Choose an interesting background that you think represents who you are. If you’re really creative and into artsy stuff, go all out with a bold print background highlighted with lots of bright colors. If you’re more of the conservative type, set up a simple blue background and let the rest of your information speak for itself. With all of the amazing backgrounds that they offer, the sky is the limit with this stuff.

Provide Verbal Information: Start off with a couple of catchy sentences that summarize the feel of your page. If you’re really into sports, start off your page posting the latest stats. If you’re obsessed with the TV show “American Idol,” talk about who you think has the chops to make it all the way to the end. You can go on to include written testimonials from your life and even create a blog-style journal to track all the things that are happening in your world.

IncludeVisual Cues: This is where you would want to show your friends, family, and coworkers what kind of fun and interesting things are happening in your world. You can upload pictures from your latest trip, dating adventures, family outings or anything else that you’re proud to share with the world.

Invite People to Join: Once you’ve set up your own unique profile and you’re ready to share it with the rest of your world, open up your network. This is where you’d invite friends, family, classmates, and coworkers to join in on your personal network. Not only does it allow them to learn about you, but also all about your inner circle. Your friends might otherwise never have met each other, especially if they are in other parts of the world.

With these tools, you’ll be well equipped to start your new online adventure. Just think of MySpace.com as your passport to a whole new social world!

Jeff Cohen is the author of the e-book, 30 Minute Guide to Online Dating. It's a must-read for anyone looking to master the art of online dating without wasting hours of valuable time. To learn more about the e-book and purchase a copy, please visit 30 Minute Guide to Online Dating.