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From the lens Are You a Squidoo Nobody? How to Become a Squidoo Somebody in 6 Easy Lessons.

Even if you're a future Squidoo lensmaster I'd love to hear from you!

  • MandyStradley Jun 4, 2012 @ 1:17 am | delete
    Thank you very much for all of the helpful tips!
  • RuralFloridaLiving Jun 3, 2012 @ 2:56 pm | delete
    Beautifully written lens - thanks!
  • KidsToyTeaSets May 28, 2012 @ 8:33 am | delete
    Thanks for the great tips and information. :)
  • SophiesWords May 10, 2012 @ 10:25 am | delete
    This is all ever so useful, Susan, thank you. As someone who's very new to Squidoo, it's great to get some top tips on doing it effectively!
  • linnish May 5, 2012 @ 2:43 am | delete
    Thanks for being the first person on squidoo to support my lens, I'm still really new to squidoo, it really makes my day! :)
  • rallo-smith Apr 30, 2012 @ 11:30 pm | delete
    Great information...thank you
  • BiminiBahamas Apr 22, 2012 @ 5:33 am | delete
    Thanks for the great information!
  • bodyartbloke Apr 22, 2012 @ 12:42 am | delete
    Great lens Susan, just made my first lens and drop by to thank you for liking my lens. Im inspired to become a somebody someday and this lens motivated me.
  • simpsonia Apr 21, 2012 @ 2:50 am | delete
    I've always been a Squidoo somebody I suppose as I've always had an avatar, but nobody ever visited (sob!). Now people do as I participate more and truly enjoy reading and Squidliking some great lenses, just like yours. Thanks for the good advice. Should I worry about my avatar - it's a mad hare looking at the moon?!!!
  • Susan52 Apr 22, 2012 @ 6:39 pm | delete
    No worries about the avatar - I think it's unique and very identifiable! Glad you're participating on Squidoo again!
  • angelsigh Apr 8, 2012 @ 6:52 pm | delete
    I've only been on Squidoo a short as a means to becoming a ghostwriter and I love it here. I thought I would be passing through but "no way" :D I'm gonna stick around ;) Love your lens. Nice to make your acquaintance Susan.
  • weaverart Mar 9, 2012 @ 1:27 pm | delete
    Great Lens! Thank you for the info!
  • JJNW Mar 8, 2012 @ 6:26 pm | delete
    Great info - and I know who You are!
    I am working my way through SquidAngel *blessing* a lens for each of the top 40 level 80 Squids. WOOT!
  • MsModernMary Mar 8, 2012 @ 3:10 am | delete
    Thanks for making this! Info helps a LOT! ^_^
  • KingJames97 Mar 7, 2012 @ 11:29 pm | delete
    Great advice thanks
  • flinnie Mar 6, 2012 @ 8:59 pm | delete
    Hi great tips,i like reading this.Thanks for the info.I like reading about how to become a better squidoo lensmaster.
  • JayneAngelWings Mar 6, 2012 @ 8:53 am | delete
    thanks for the info...really easy to follow and I hope one day I can go from being a tweeny weeny squid to a giant like you! I'll keep trying, best wishes xx
  • RiaB Mar 5, 2012 @ 4:28 am | delete
    Great Lens! =) and Fun, too. Thank you for setting some helpful things up for us to follow. AND!!! for finding my page so I could find yours!.... I have a LOT of reading to do. (and that's just your lenses!!! )
  • dnuttall Mar 4, 2012 @ 5:55 pm | delete
    Excellence! I really enjoyed reading this. I am not only trying to become a Giant Squid, but a better all around human being. I am somebody!
  • Li-Li-ThePinkBookworm Feb 29, 2012 @ 7:33 pm | delete
    I am a somebody in my own way :) No idea what that 'way' is, but that's beside the point. Great lens!

    Li Li
  • maddydidit Feb 24, 2012 @ 10:22 pm | delete
    I will be a somebody! I am closer than ever thanks to your lens!
  • tsp8ntball Feb 22, 2012 @ 11:28 pm | delete
    I'm a wallflower Squidooer.
  • chromegrrrl Feb 11, 2012 @ 8:26 pm | delete
    I'm just a little squid ;)
  • JohannaBaker Feb 4, 2012 @ 6:59 pm | delete
    Thanks for writing this lens, very helpful....I'm just new Squidooer
  • Feb 2, 2012 @ 3:03 am | delete
    Great Information to help new squidoo members like me. I thank you for teaching me the basics. Now I have gained some confidence because of you. Thanks.
  • zeyty01 Jan 17, 2012 @ 7:39 am | delete
    I'm reforming! Came to squidoo about a year ago. Now I'm coming back with more passion.
  • xposedbydesign Jan 12, 2012 @ 6:40 am | delete
    Helpful, thanks for writing.
  • MCB2011 Jan 7, 2012 @ 1:10 am | delete
    Thanks for all the helps!
  • Keioffa Jan 1, 2012 @ 3:03 pm | delete
    Hey,
    I just wanted to let you know that this lens is very helpful to me. I'm fairly new to squidoo so I'm doing a little research on squdiooing properly and I came across your lens. Anyway great lens and thank you for sharing..
  • JoshK47 Nov 28, 2011 @ 11:34 am | delete
    Great info for the new Squidoo-ers amongst us - of course, sometimes I look at the bigger giants and wonder if I'll ever get there. Thanks for being an inspiration! Blessed!
  • miaponzo Nov 25, 2011 @ 4:39 am | delete
    When I first read this I was a total Squid nobody.. but thanks to you and the other wonderful people around Squidoo.. I guess I'm on my way to being a Squid Somebody.. Giant Squid... and I am a Squid Angel, too! Blessings for this helpful lens!
  • TheBinaryStar Nov 16, 2011 @ 3:44 pm | delete
    I'm sort of inbetween, but I've already implemented some of the things you recommended here and will do more in the future. Thank you for this very informative lens; as a relatively new lensmaster I found it to be one of the best so far: very informative and contains a lot of practical advice I already know will come in handy. Thank you!
  • Oct 19, 2011 @ 10:46 pm | delete
    Thank you soooo much for the great advise, I am going to work on my bio tonight!
  • HappySnappy Oct 14, 2011 @ 10:13 pm | delete
    Thank you very much Susan. Good to know how to become somebody! :)
  • HowToKeg Oct 12, 2011 @ 2:50 am | delete
    Thank you for all the information. I think I am going to start participating on the forums and visit lens that are outside my category.
  • timothygeorgekessler Oct 9, 2011 @ 9:32 am | delete
    I knew creating a good bio is important but you've shown me things that I've missed. Now I know what to do to make it more appealing. Thanks Susan.
  • jasmine11911 Oct 2, 2011 @ 11:41 pm | delete
    I'll try to be a good squid and not a calamari .?,? . I can't sleep just thinking WHAT to write for my very first lens coz...first impression counts.... ?^?^? thx for the tips,need something to boost me.
  • 2paulm Sep 29, 2011 @ 1:33 am | delete
    Thank you Susan! I had done some of your recommendations already but learned a lot here.

    Now I'm just trying to figure out if I should change my profile picture to the one with the Henry Fonda hat. :)
  • pd6914 Sep 22, 2011 @ 12:16 pm | delete
    I'm a reforming Squidoo somebody... Headed over to SquidU now. :)
  • LyricalVenus Sep 17, 2011 @ 1:30 am | delete
    This is a great lens! Well written, clear and informative! I did notice that your link to the blog: http://bdkz.typepad.com/giant_squid/ seems to be broken which is a bummer because I wanted to go read it! :)
  • Susan52 Sep 17, 2011 @ 8:58 am | delete
    I need to fix that link. Thanks for pointing it out! In the meantime, check out the new SquidooHQ blog that has all sorts of great information about Giant Squids and other exciting things here on Squidoo: http://www.squidoohq.com/2011/07/20/giant-squid-club-applications-and-renewals/
  • LyricalVenus Sep 17, 2011 @ 10:51 am | delete
    Awesome, thank you, and thanks for stopping by my lenses!
  • christydeena Sep 13, 2011 @ 9:23 pm | delete
    I thoroughly enjoyed this lens and learned a lot, thanks!
  • wjacks Sep 12, 2011 @ 12:21 am | delete
    Working on my first lens and found helpful advice about how to proceed.
  • AmyTK9 Sep 11, 2011 @ 3:57 pm | delete
    Thank you for this informative lens!
  • MeganShoop Sep 9, 2011 @ 7:39 pm | delete
    This was really helpful! I just posted my first lens yesterday; now I have more goals!
  • bhthanks Sep 9, 2011 @ 4:17 pm | delete
    I am a newbie, I joined Squidoo two days ago and published my first lens!
  • Benolds Sep 8, 2011 @ 11:30 pm | delete
    Yes, I am a Somebody! :) Thanks for the great lens, it is very helpful for a new lensmaster like myself.
  • PattiHale Aug 30, 2011 @ 10:12 am | delete
    Thanks for this! Just beginning to "socialize".
  • AtlantaGa Aug 24, 2011 @ 4:16 pm | delete
    Just getting started...I learned something new, thanks for the advice!
  • benjamin37 Aug 20, 2011 @ 8:39 am | delete
    thank you for the information in your site
  • TIRMassageStone Aug 16, 2011 @ 5:52 pm | delete
    Terrific tips. I look forward to being a "somebody" in Squidoo.
  • troyreed23 Aug 16, 2011 @ 4:38 pm | delete
    Thank you for the abundance of information. I have really enjoyed reading your lens. I thought the squidoo clothing was neat. I wish I had came across this before I attempted to make my first lens sometime last year.
  • mamabush Aug 15, 2011 @ 10:58 pm | delete
    Thank you for this lens...very helpful! And yes, I'm trying to add an avatar, but I can't seem to get the downloader working right now. :) Someday, I want to be a Squidoo Somebody!
  • MrAverageGuy Aug 13, 2011 @ 9:05 am | delete
    I tried to be somebody once. Didn't work out too well so I have learnt to be an average nobody. A lot less hassel that way. Safer too. Great lens for those who want to get on.
  • MrAverageGuy Aug 13, 2011 @ 9:05 am | delete
    I tried to be somebody once. Didn't work out too well so I have learnt to be an average nobody. A lot less hassel that way. Safer too. Great lens for those who want to get on.
  • Lindrus Aug 9, 2011 @ 11:45 am | delete
    Informative lens, thank you! I'm not a nobody, but I'm new at Squidoo...
  • franstan Aug 7, 2011 @ 10:29 pm | delete
    Great lens
  • Srena44 Aug 1, 2011 @ 12:36 am | delete
    great lens
  • OhMe Jul 29, 2011 @ 6:08 pm | delete
    You are definitely a Squidoo Somebody and in my thoughts and prayers today!
  • aesta1 Jul 19, 2011 @ 7:58 am | delete
    Enjoyed this lens and learned much from this.
  • aesta1 Jul 19, 2011 @ 7:58 am | delete
    Enjoyed this lens and learned much from this.
  • Duane_Jackson Jul 17, 2011 @ 2:19 pm | delete
    Hi..I found this lens very informative and will help newcomers a great deal...as well as some of the veterans who might have erred somewhere down the line...Well done!!
  • dawngibson Jul 9, 2011 @ 6:07 pm | delete
    I find it difficult to navigate help topics. We might need a more structured FAQ, especially in terms of crafting the bio and making sure people can easily get us on twitter.
  • Khaleeka Jul 3, 2011 @ 6:59 pm | delete
    I can't see yours either, for that matter...
  • Khaleeka Jul 3, 2011 @ 6:58 pm | delete
    I've noticed that despite my "contact me" being turned on, I can't find the link on my own pages. Is this normal because I technically contact myself, or should be looking out for something? Thanks.
  • achraf Jun 20, 2011 @ 4:36 am | delete
    I've been arround for a month now and been following your advices; thank you very much, it is starting to work for me :)
  • playdoh Jun 14, 2011 @ 7:45 am | delete
    i am a sqidoo newbie and i am glad that there are pages like these for us, pithy and to the point and very helpful
  • oralhcgdirect Jun 12, 2011 @ 1:23 pm | delete
    good info helped me
  • ccorrig Jun 4, 2011 @ 10:32 pm | delete
    Great lens! Following your steps and so far so good!
  • NCdevilgrl Jun 4, 2011 @ 9:42 pm | delete
    LOVE this lens! I wanna be like you when I grow up!
  • pixiepot Jun 3, 2011 @ 9:25 am | delete
    Amazing. I am on my to becoming a squidoo somebody thanks to this. :D
  • Sylvestermouse May 28, 2011 @ 1:54 pm | delete
    This is a great tips lens and I am returning on this Memorial Day weekend to add my blessings! Thanks for all of the help!
  • Chardoo May 25, 2011 @ 3:06 pm | delete
    I am working on my goal of 50 lenses by the end of June. I plan to be a giant squid
  • blanckj May 25, 2011 @ 6:22 am | delete
    I feel like a nobody but I have done all 6 lessons and continue to be active daily. Maybe I just need to give it more time. Thanks for this lens. It's a great way to check myself.
  • myshelle01 May 20, 2011 @ 3:49 am | delete
    So glad I found this to read,thank you.
  • rcelano May 17, 2011 @ 5:36 pm | delete
    Thanks, good info. I will revisit this lens often.
  • marciag May 17, 2011 @ 10:53 am | delete
    This is a great lens. I already do a couple of these steps, but not quite all.
  • pk_woodworks May 16, 2011 @ 11:23 am | delete
    Thank you for all the great info. Congratulations on some very helpful posts as well.
  • anansigirls May 16, 2011 @ 5:12 am | delete
    Thank you for the lens. I thought I had the hang of it but then I read the lens and realized a few oversights.
  • bames24 May 15, 2011 @ 12:44 am | delete
    I am on my way to becoming a somebody (fingers, toes, arms, legs, and eyes crossed LOL)
  • May 13, 2011 @ 12:06 pm | delete
    I like building lenses with Squidoo.
    Build lenses some of them will do great.
    Rinse and repeat builing and greating Squidoo lenses and get more visitors using the right keywords, and content
    Also squidoo is a great way to get traffic to your websites and blogs!
    Nice lens you have!
    Happy Squidooing...............
  • vincesil May 11, 2011 @ 5:00 am | delete
    Another great lens, I am your number one fan Susan.
  • AbhinavB May 10, 2011 @ 4:08 am | delete
    I will surely update my profile based on pointers above... Thank you
  • bolillie May 9, 2011 @ 7:27 pm | delete
    I'm a brand spankin' new body and I appreciate the information you shared here. I need all the help I can get!
  • tt1998 May 8, 2011 @ 4:41 am | delete
    Good lens!
  • marckq May 6, 2011 @ 3:04 pm | delete
    Thank you, this is very helpful.
  • akumar46 May 5, 2011 @ 12:48 pm | delete
    Really everybody wants to become somebody someday.Thanks for this nice lens.
  • Athf May 2, 2011 @ 12:15 pm | delete
    Wonderful
  • sdtechteacher Apr 30, 2011 @ 5:17 pm | delete
    This is great for newbies and a good refresher for people who have been here awhile. Thanks!
  • Iulian Apr 26, 2011 @ 12:49 pm | delete
    Thanks, this lens will help me a lot!
  • SalvageMama Apr 25, 2011 @ 5:12 pm | delete
    Thank you, Susan52, for this very helpful lens. It helps a lot and you are much appreciated for sharing.
  • bames24 Apr 25, 2011 @ 5:01 am | delete
    thank you... learned a lot.. :)
  • JustSheri Apr 24, 2011 @ 7:19 am | delete
    Thank you, your lens was very helpful, to me.
  • karmicchristian Apr 24, 2011 @ 3:43 am | delete
    A very relevant advice esp. on attitude. Thank you and have a nice day.
    Charles
  • LOKESHGIM01 Apr 23, 2011 @ 4:01 pm | delete
    thanks for you valuable advice
  • mattseefood Apr 23, 2011 @ 7:20 am | delete
    Valuable advice! Thank you for all this :)
  • cuteordeath Apr 20, 2011 @ 6:31 pm | delete
    I actually didn't know about the contact me button. I've turned it on. ^^ Thanks!
  • danisejoy Apr 20, 2011 @ 2:09 am | delete
    this is a great advice...thanks!
  • KatBar Apr 17, 2011 @ 8:49 pm | delete
    Thanks for the good advice. Still learning.
  • littlezotz Apr 16, 2011 @ 8:57 pm | delete
    Looks like I've been doing everything right so far... I've just gotta get on the forum! I'm very nervous about it though. My past experiences with forums have NOT been good. I hope that Squid-U is different.

    Thanks for the encouragement! I wanna be a "Squidoo Somebody!"
  • Jenn04 Apr 16, 2011 @ 8:35 pm | delete
    Great advice! For a newbie like me :)
  • RomeSal Apr 8, 2011 @ 8:53 pm | delete
    Thanks for the orientation - little baby steps taken add a lot along the way. I like the software interface; at first I thought it would be a little hard to navigate but I seem to be "squidooing" quite nicely....for now :)
  • MrManyThings Apr 4, 2011 @ 9:56 pm | delete
    Thanks it was alot of help :)
  • goode006 Mar 29, 2011 @ 6:22 pm | delete
    Thanks for the info, everyone needs to read this.
  • blackspanielgallery Mar 27, 2011 @ 6:02 pm | delete
    Excellent lens.
  • kare2share Mar 25, 2011 @ 4:31 pm | delete
    Thanks for sharing your helpful tips! I really like the advice about thinking "What can I offer?" rather than "What can I get out of this?" when leaving comments on other lenses. Hopefully I'm a Squidoo Somebody in the making! :)
  • Donita_Marie Mar 22, 2011 @ 11:38 pm | delete
    I'm a reforming Squidoo member that recently has been more active. I remember making my first lens, how nervous I was, and that lens is Help for Alcoholics... Well, I'm enjoying being a part of a great community and maybe someday I'll be a Squidoo Sombody too! Great lens!
  • Suze05 Mar 22, 2011 @ 6:30 am | delete
    I'm a Squidoo newbie..still learning the ropes LOL loving it so far though, and I woke up this morning with my first sale from one of my lenses so I'm a happy, happy Squid today. :O)
  • mahimattphoto Mar 19, 2011 @ 6:49 am | delete
    Great useful lens! Thank you hoping to be a somebody ha.
  • cinstress Mar 18, 2011 @ 12:08 pm | delete
    thank you
    I'm trying to read as much as I can... this helps
  • itsmuzza2011 Mar 18, 2011 @ 6:47 am | delete
    big thumbs up from me , lots of help and things im going to use for sure, thanks im going to be somebody and with your help im gonna make it
  • Jewelsofawe Mar 17, 2011 @ 4:53 pm | delete
    Leprechaun blessings on this great lens!
  • ChrisDeals Mar 16, 2011 @ 6:50 pm | delete
    I have taken action and starting implementing tips on this lens. I'm looking forward to being somebody on Squido. :)
  • Tonich Mar 16, 2011 @ 12:53 pm | delete
    Great content - I'm Learning!!! Thank you!
  • pastorkayte Mar 14, 2011 @ 10:42 am | delete
    I do not know if I am a somebody yet but I am definitely moving up the somebody list here at Squidoo. Working on it really.
  • kristyngansen Mar 13, 2011 @ 8:33 pm | delete
    As a new lensmaster, some of the different features can be a little overwhelming. Thanks so much for a great starting point. Very, very beneficial.
  • UKGhostwriter Mar 13, 2011 @ 4:17 am | delete
    got my thumbs up!
  • grandma_deal Mar 9, 2011 @ 7:05 am | delete
    The more I Squidoo, the more I like it. Sometimes I forget what I'm supposed to be doing because I get so caught up in reading OP lenses. I do wish I could be a better bio-writer. You have a few links here that I'm off to check out. Great lens and thanks for sharing.
  • Philippians468 Mar 7, 2011 @ 2:57 am | delete
    thank you for sharing this informative lens! i never knew that a picture is a necessity for becoming a Somebody in Squidland, but your argument is very sound! great work! cheers
  • JaneJefferson Mar 6, 2011 @ 2:04 am | delete
    okay - i'm totally addicted to this points system. I've been screaming around squidoo all day trying to read as much about becoming a better lensmaster as possible. Thanks for the help
  • spa-products Mar 5, 2011 @ 9:05 am | delete
    Oh yes I do Squidoo !!! I just love it and getting better all the time !!! The more people you visit on Squidoo, the more writing you want to do, it helps a great deal to visit others and they visit you.
  • MelissaInTheSky Mar 5, 2011 @ 7:45 am | delete
    Great lens! Thanks for the advice.
  • KarleenMurray Mar 4, 2011 @ 3:32 pm | delete
    I'm addicted. What would I do without Squidoo!!!!!
  • cloudiosify Mar 3, 2011 @ 9:43 pm | delete
    I'm inspired by this lens. Really good job.
  • Anaphase Mar 2, 2011 @ 11:03 am | delete
    Hi having spent quite a bit of time searching for ways to get started, this lens has just inspired me to go and write my bio. Thank you.
  • JackalyeYe Feb 27, 2011 @ 12:54 pm | delete
    Thanks, this len is very helpful. I'm a new squidoo
  • avelimir Feb 26, 2011 @ 3:48 pm | delete
    As much as my daily working and social life permits, I spend my time on Squidoo. It's fun above all! Building lenses is great but communication between users is the best part.
  • mypotlpeople Feb 24, 2011 @ 8:54 am | delete
    I'm a squidoo somebody in training.
  • caretakerray Feb 20, 2011 @ 12:38 pm | delete
    Susan:
    Thanx so much for this valuable advice! I have found it very helpful. Looking forward to becoming a Squidoo Somebody.
    Ray
  • miaponzo Feb 16, 2011 @ 2:55 pm | delete
    I'm a Squid Somebody! Thanks!
  • nyfamily5 Feb 14, 2011 @ 7:17 am | delete
    Wonderful lens I've come back to give you a blessing :)
  • moneyloveandchange Feb 11, 2011 @ 1:30 pm | delete
    I just turned on that "contact me" link -- thank you!
  • AbbieW Feb 11, 2011 @ 11:50 am | delete
    I really like this lens. It's clear and positive and helpful. I especially like that you encourage people to have a "what can I offer" attitude rather than a "what can I get out of this" attitude. I think that goes for making lenses as well as comments.
  • Bookworm25 Feb 10, 2011 @ 3:20 pm | delete
    What a wonderful lens, clearly written and loads of advice, I'm going to read back through mine and make sure I am following said advice! Joining your fan club, lensrolling and will be coming back! Impressive page :)
  • dellgirl Feb 9, 2011 @ 6:41 pm | delete
    Oops, I should have chedked before I commented earlier. I'm already a fan. Too bad I can't join twice.
  • Susan52 Feb 10, 2011 @ 8:05 am | delete
    LOL That's sweet! Thanks for being a fan and I'm glad you found this lens helpful!
  • dellgirl Feb 9, 2011 @ 6:39 pm | delete
    Wonderful lens, so full of interesting and helpful information, everything I need to know! Thanks for sharing.

    5 stars for a great lens, thumbs up, favoriting, lensrolling you and, joining your fan club.
  • sgNgix Feb 8, 2011 @ 9:13 pm | delete
    Definitely a reforming squidoo nobody. But with all the information you have put out here, I am on the right track to becoming a squid somebody. Thanks!!
  • RGebbiePhoto Feb 7, 2011 @ 9:38 pm | delete
    Thanks for sharing, some good information here.
  • laisan Feb 5, 2011 @ 6:04 pm | delete
    Thank you for your helpful tips. I've went and fixed my bio after reading it. :)
  • Neoglitch Feb 1, 2011 @ 4:56 pm | delete
    Currently I'm a Squidoo nobody... but I believe that will change as I become more engaged within the community. My next step: Join the SquidU and provide the most value I can in there! Thanks for the tips Susan!
  • plaidlunchbox Jan 30, 2011 @ 10:21 pm | delete
    Thanks for the tips! I'm trying to figure all of this out, and this lens was very helpful.
  • Harshitha Jan 25, 2011 @ 8:54 am | delete
    I promise I'm going to have a picture and a bio for sure now. This was an eye opener for me. Thank you
  • dawnperkins Jan 23, 2011 @ 1:15 pm | delete
    nope im on fire he he
  • antith3tical Jan 19, 2011 @ 6:23 pm | delete
    I'm reforming. Just joined last night and I'm already getting hooked on making lenses...is that normal??
  • JajangHilman Jan 27, 2011 @ 6:37 pm | delete
    im sorry a dont speake english. please aduatione me
  • JanisRemaxRealtor Jan 18, 2011 @ 7:07 pm | delete
    I am hoping to be a "somebody" on here real soon! More good information!
  • marketmasterpro Jan 14, 2011 @ 10:58 am | delete
    I love this! I market everyday but this is so much fun! Just started yesterday and look forward to many days to come!
  • AllyVuitton Jan 12, 2011 @ 12:39 pm | delete
    I remember reading this, just starting out as a Squid, and now I've come back to bless it!
  • knit1tat2 Jan 10, 2011 @ 10:13 am | delete
    Hi, I've several lenses that aren't going anywhere, but i'm hoping they will soon. If you'd like, please check out my latest, www.squidoo.com/frustrated-weaver that has links to some of my other squidoo lenses too. Also, my picture as you see it has my head chopped off, though the picture I upload doesn't. What gives? Thanks for all the info, Lorna Jean
  • devilsworkshopcrafts Jan 6, 2011 @ 9:16 pm | delete
    Great tips!
  • SweetMarie83 Jan 3, 2011 @ 8:16 pm | delete
    Great lens! I think we should all strive to be Somebody on Squidoo and these are great tips to get started! Thanks for creating this lens for us all!
  • Luna_Moth Jan 1, 2011 @ 1:07 pm | delete
    I'm a baby squid who hopes to grow up into a Squidoo Somebody, so thanks for such helpful tips. And great squid picture below, really quite gorgeous!
  • SmartChica Dec 27, 2010 @ 2:04 pm | delete
    I'm on my way to becoming a somebody! My lenses are gaining rank and notice with each day...I try to login and do something to improve my lenses everyday.
  • AdrianaCopaceanu Dec 27, 2010 @ 1:56 pm | delete
    Hoping to become somebody: I've been on Squidoo for 3 years, but only recently did I become serious about it. Planning to become a giant in 2011 ;)
  • BurgundyBooks Dec 22, 2010 @ 5:21 pm | delete
    I am working on my lenses and have found some good advice here. Thanks.
  • Mujjen Dec 22, 2010 @ 7:15 am | delete
    I am becoming a Squidoo Somebody! Slowly but surely I am finding my way around. Like the suggestion of Squidoo Ethics...and to keep your fingers off the computer if you have nothing good to say!
  • Brick_House_Fabrics Dec 20, 2010 @ 6:31 am | delete
    Thankyou!
  • Gendhis Dec 19, 2010 @ 8:32 am | delete
    As newbie, maybe I need more patience to be like you.. thank for the great idea!
  • jackiebolen Dec 18, 2010 @ 8:20 am | delete
    Yeah, I want to become a somebody.
  • Patduffy Dec 16, 2010 @ 5:27 pm | delete
    Thank you for your suggestions on how to make a name for myself in this massive sea of Squidoo. It really helps to have an accomplished member of the community tell us how we can become a somebody.
  • WebIsFun Dec 15, 2010 @ 10:47 am | delete
    Thanks for sharing your insights to those of us working our way up :)
  • javrsmith Dec 13, 2010 @ 9:54 am | delete
    I'm a Squid Angel right now. That's being a somebody for at least 2 more weeks!
  • Susan52 Dec 13, 2010 @ 11:21 am | delete
    Once a Somebody, always a Somebody! Thanks for the blessing!
  • leathersleepersofa Dec 12, 2010 @ 8:17 am | delete
    nice lens
  • refrige23 Dec 12, 2010 @ 6:47 am | delete
    I like this lens
  • ART-aid Dec 10, 2010 @ 2:47 am | delete
    great article I especially loved your point on about the importance of offering help / trying to contribute when doing anything on squidoo! so try excellent lens veryyyy helpful, i look forward to reading more of your stuff
  • firewatajojo Dec 9, 2010 @ 10:22 pm | delete
    IM SO EXITED!!!!!!!
  • cwimmer77 Dec 8, 2010 @ 8:27 am | delete
    i am going from nobody to somebody asap. all soccer themed lenses and interacting with as many good lens builders as I can find. spreading the squidoo love.
  • kt_glasses Dec 5, 2010 @ 9:34 pm | delete
    I like this lens! Thanks for all the tips and information.
  • genglo Dec 4, 2010 @ 3:44 pm | delete
    I just love this lens! It's should be required reading for all new lensmasters.
  • RebekahRaker Dec 3, 2010 @ 1:19 am | delete
    Hello, I am Rebekah and I am working on being a Squidoo somebody. I have completed two lenses and still adding content to keep it fresh. I am also about to start my third. I am really enjoying myself here and hope to do great things with Squidoo. Excellent and very informative lens. Thank you.
  • asianxkutiee Nov 28, 2010 @ 5:07 pm | delete
    I'm A Squidoo TO BE :) Get it right ;)
    You'll see me around soon, haha :)
    Great Work! It definitely helped me!
  • artgoodman Nov 25, 2010 @ 12:27 am | delete
    Keep an eye out for me, I'm definitely a future somebody here on Squidoo. I just started my account this week and I think I'm in love. I can see me hanging out with the giants someday, but for now I will continue to deliver great content to this community. Thanks Squidoo
  • magicgeniewishlist Nov 24, 2010 @ 9:44 pm | delete
    I would love to make my mark in this world, if its going to be through my online business venture, to helping people by sharing what I found out about business and the internet, to becoming a Squidoo somebody! With a little patience, and perseverence, I think anyone can become a somebody of some sort! Great lens. Something to look up to, Love it! Thanks.
  • PeterStillman Nov 24, 2010 @ 3:17 am | delete
    I am pretty new to the squidoo but would love to share some of my knowledge about personal development and health with the world. Hope I have come to the right place.

    Have a great day

    Peter
  • rwoman Nov 23, 2010 @ 8:12 pm | delete
    I'm working on being somebody!
  • annmackiemiller Dec 7, 2010 @ 10:19 pm | delete
    me too :0)
  • playwebmaster Nov 23, 2010 @ 12:45 pm | delete
    interesting, thank you for the great advice.
  • ShamanicShift Nov 21, 2010 @ 12:33 pm | delete
    I'm a somebody aspiring for more.
  • Greekgeek Nov 20, 2010 @ 2:54 pm | delete
    Is it pathetic that I still wish I could get a Giant Squid t-shirt?

    I missed the original Giant 50 challenge in summer '07 because I was making lenses too slowly. I had to wait a long time before there was another. Back in the early days, the Giant program was a lot more limited than it is now, and Giants were rare.

    I was so hoping I'd earn a Giant Squid t-shirt. At that time, it was an award given to only a FEW Giants who did something above and beyond the call of regular Giant-dom. Not all Giants received one. You had to do something special to earn one. I was always watching my mail and crossing my fingers. It wasn't that i wanted the T-shirt, but rather, the affirmation that I'd done something meaningful.

    Of course, one doesn't need a T-shirt to know if you're a somebody. If you participate in the community and/or make great lenses and fully explore what Squidoo has to offer, you ARE a somebody!
  • davidcompass Nov 20, 2010 @ 1:00 pm | delete
    Thank you for taking your time to share this with us.I have a landscape picture in my bio .After reading your lens I will go and get a proper avatar.Taking time to share my thoughts with other lensmasters is something I am just beginning to do and it is surprisingly exciting.I wish I had started earlier.
  • awesomeamber Nov 20, 2010 @ 9:20 am | delete
    right now i'm a squidoo nobody. just made my first lens:)
  • tdpierceall2002 Nov 15, 2010 @ 11:35 pm | delete
    Thanks for the ideas. I've put Contact Me suggestion into practice. There's a lot to learn here, and I appreciate those of you who take the time to share your ideas!
  • MathGenius Nov 14, 2010 @ 2:58 pm | delete
    I'm a squidoo nobody and I don't think I can become a Squidoo somebody.
    STATS
    Traffic percentage:
    0%
    That's my problem. Traffic.
  • Susan52 Nov 14, 2010 @ 3:11 pm | delete
    Don't give up, MathGenius! It takes time to build traffic - and you just got here! Keep studying and building lenses. You can do it!
  • roslyne Nov 13, 2010 @ 5:28 pm | delete
    im a squido nobody,strugling but building the lenses seem brain surgery to me
  • Susan52 Nov 13, 2010 @ 6:53 pm | delete
    Hang in there and don't be discouraged, roslyne. We all start out that way, but the more lenses you make and the more good lenses you visit and study, the easier it gets!
  • Senora_M Nov 12, 2010 @ 8:34 pm | delete
    Cool. Thanks for all the good advice!!!
  • Nov 11, 2010 @ 9:47 pm | delete
    good advice
  • chrissuard Nov 11, 2010 @ 12:32 pm | delete
    Definitely a nobody, just started a couple months ago, having fun building lenses and completing quests.
  • SandyPeaks Nov 1, 2010 @ 3:12 am | delete
    Great lens - thanks for the tips! Congrats on the purple star!
  • Miximports Oct 31, 2010 @ 4:03 pm | delete
    I am Squidoo Nobody but I am loving the overall experience. I have already learned so many interesting things already from other Squidoo peers and I just now began to dive in the Squidoo universe. The other day I found an amazing lens on how to grow crystals. How amazing is that!? I did not even know that was possible. Sooo Cool. Hope to one day become a squidoo somebody and all your tips came in very handy. Thank you!
  • AllyVuitton Oct 31, 2010 @ 11:54 am | delete
    I'd really like to be a squidoo somebody, so hopefully I will change my profile from nobody to just that. Thank!
  • funkmasta1805 Oct 30, 2010 @ 1:24 pm | delete
    I'm a squidoo newbie, working on becoming a squidoo somebody. This lens is definitely gonna help me out, thanks!
  • SheilaDeeth Oct 28, 2010 @ 8:05 pm | delete
    Cool. I'd love to be a squid somebody, and today I got my first Squidangel blessing (and learned to "grab" a list).
  • SmBizGuru Oct 28, 2010 @ 11:11 am | delete
    Yeah! I have done or am doing all six items...I'm on my way. My first goal is the big 5-0 for becoming a Giant Squid by December 31, 2010. It's a good thing making lenses is so likeable and fun-er to do than house work!
  • bvanloo Oct 28, 2010 @ 10:08 am | delete
    Love lenses like these, they are a big support for newbies to improve their lenses and to become a Squidoo somebody !
    Thumbs Up!!!
  • poutine Oct 26, 2010 @ 2:49 pm | delete
    Congratulations on your Purple Star.

    Good info in this lens.
  • PopStarPeaches Oct 26, 2010 @ 12:44 am | delete
    Great lens! Congrats on the purple star!
  • TamaraKajari Oct 24, 2010 @ 3:43 pm | delete
    Soon to become Somebody, I hope:-) My first encounter with Squidoo was so overwhelming that I've missed the most important little part - interaction. Now my priorities are forums, blogs and comments, basically getting to know the Squidoo community. And you know what? Now it's beginning to be so much more fun:-)
  • Susan52 Oct 25, 2010 @ 8:25 am | delete
    So happy you've discovered the Squidoo community. Squidoo is so much more fun when you can share your experiences with others who "get it."
  • insolvelipe Oct 23, 2010 @ 2:31 pm | delete
    What is so ironic about my affiliation with Squidoo - is that I never really participated in anything in my three years here, and it seems that during my tenure I missed a lot, but I am glad to become a part of this vibrant community. The opportunities here at Squidoo are endless, not to mention the many friends that you can meet here, I love Squidoo.
  • Susan52 Oct 25, 2010 @ 8:24 am | delete
    So glad you've found the "community" aspect of Squidoo. We rock, I think!
  • KarenTBTEN Oct 20, 2010 @ 5:41 pm | delete
    Good tips here, and very nicely presented. Blessed by a SquidAngel.
  • Prosperity09 Oct 20, 2010 @ 4:37 am | delete
    Very useful tips. I particularly like the what can I offer attitude, advice. Thanks!
  • Carmel_Aaron Oct 16, 2010 @ 1:07 pm | delete
    As far as I'm concerned-Susan is the go-to girl to learn how to be a Squidoo Somebody. She is extremely valuable in teaching us how to do this, and she leads by example too.
    Thanks Susan, You are worth your weight in Squidoo-Gold!
  • Susan52 Oct 25, 2010 @ 8:26 am | delete
    Thanks, Carmel. I've learned so much from your lenses, too!
  • thesuccess Oct 15, 2010 @ 5:08 pm | delete
    Best way to learn is to keep visiting other people's lenses.
  • WebIsFun Oct 14, 2010 @ 6:23 pm | delete
    Appreciate all the wise advice. I'm finding that I still have lots to learn!
  • karendd123 Oct 14, 2010 @ 2:36 pm | delete
    Thank you for the tips. I am going to work on my bio.
  • Timewarp Oct 12, 2010 @ 7:12 pm | delete
    Good tips here, thumbs up!
  • writestuff Oct 12, 2010 @ 1:49 am | delete
    Thank you for these helpful tips! I'm new here, so still navigating around.
  • howdoyouspellstupid Oct 10, 2010 @ 11:47 am | delete
    I'm scooching from "nobody" status to "somebody" status! The friends I've made on Squidoo have helped me out a lot -- networking is important! Thanks for the great tips. I'll be sure and incorporate them into my daily Squid-life!
  • Antonette13 Oct 8, 2010 @ 10:44 pm | delete
    Thank you very much for the information!
  • WriterBuzz Oct 7, 2010 @ 12:05 pm | delete
    Very cool lens. Informative and fun. Thanks for sharing. Thumbs Up given.
  • Allison_Whitehead Oct 5, 2010 @ 1:56 am | delete
    Great lens. Really accessible to read and understand - thanks!
  • KokoTravel Oct 3, 2010 @ 10:48 am | delete
    I didn't know about lensographies... off to search for more on them.
    Thanks for giving me new information!
  • KokoTravel Oct 3, 2010 @ 2:09 am | delete
    Great lens! It will keep me busy reading to learn more. Thanks to you!
  • Blueyes01 Oct 1, 2010 @ 12:09 pm | delete
    This is a very informative lens! Thank you so much for all the valuable information here. And definately keep up the good work!
  • perto08 Sep 29, 2010 @ 4:49 am | delete
    Great article written in a way that is very easy to read and understand. The articles is very detailed. Thanks!!
  • ArdenBaird Sep 25, 2010 @ 7:22 pm | delete
    While people do like to see pictures of people writing online content there is a security issue. I never put an actual picture of myself online any more because I've been cyber-stalked twice. One of them started hanging out at a restaurant 4 blocks from my apartment. I have no idea how he figured out I lived in the area. I've become very security conscious. I never use my real name or picture for anything online.
  • howtocurecancer Sep 21, 2010 @ 5:56 pm | delete
    You have such a great experience with Squidoo....thanks a lot, for the past 3 Hours, I read your blog, your lenses. thanks a lot for your enourmous help.
  • Fit_Over_40_Buzz Sep 19, 2010 @ 7:21 am | delete
    Nice idea for a lens. Very informative. Gave you a quick thumbs up.
  • cesargealogo Sep 17, 2010 @ 10:33 pm | delete
    I was thankful that I am brought here by my thoughts. I really love reading this article and I am gaining some useful insights here. Good day!
  • beckyf Sep 17, 2010 @ 3:34 pm | delete
    There's plenty of good, helpful info on this page. Thank you. :)
  • Pukeko Sep 16, 2010 @ 7:44 pm | delete
    Great tips. Good answer deck lens.
  • kimmiekins Sep 15, 2010 @ 6:00 pm | delete
    Wonderful tips, I'm working my way through them. Thank you! :) I hope to be a Somebody soon, but still a Nobody. ;)
  • RebeccaE Sep 14, 2010 @ 9:04 pm | delete
    very well done, in fact I use this avatar everwhere, I used it on one of my blogs, and it sort of "grew on me" and I am also known as "shield lady" because of it... I did try my own picture but didn't go over as well. ( I don't think I look that bad-- it was more where did that awesome avatar go???)
  • turner-bob Sep 13, 2010 @ 12:31 am | delete
    Very useful thanks!!
  • RedSportNiac Sep 11, 2010 @ 7:59 pm | delete
    I don't like popularity cause it seems to me it comes with a hectic life. I tire easily in that kind of environment. Anyhow great tips and I definitely will try use it whenever possible.
  • humboldt84 Sep 10, 2010 @ 10:32 pm | delete
    This is a great lens for everyone new to squidoo. It also reminded me of some things I need to add to my lenses. Thanks for the great lens! I hope to earn my giant squid shirt someday!
  • Blkeeslar Sep 10, 2010 @ 10:29 am | delete
    I just finished my first lens, hope to be a somebody soon. Looking forward to many lenses in my future. Great lens, Thanks!
  • felixthecat12b Sep 9, 2010 @ 6:07 pm | delete
    I've had this on my favorites for a while now, but its always good to come back and re-read it. Thanks!
  • ButterflyBeauty Sep 1, 2010 @ 5:03 pm | delete
    Hey this is a great forum! I'm addicted and even though I just made my first lens last week, I'm working on three more! I wish I had known about Squidoo years ago. But oh well, I'm here now. Thanks for your great lens!
  • LisaAuch Aug 22, 2010 @ 4:21 am | delete
    HI, as someone who has got past the 10th lens, I was kind of wondering "where to go now" found this lens, gave me inspiration an dI have lenrolled it, to one of my helpful lenses!
    Thank you
  • dannyboy40250 Aug 15, 2010 @ 9:49 pm | delete
    great tips
    im new to squidoo and these tips really helped
  • 5pow Aug 14, 2010 @ 3:05 am | delete
    This is a good sharing tips for all newbies who are exploring building their lenses now.
  • paminaz Aug 11, 2010 @ 7:49 pm | delete
    Thanks for the tips. As a newbie nobody I know I have a lot to learn. I do want to be a somebody!
  • tembrooke Aug 11, 2010 @ 1:46 pm | delete
    This was helpful! I read about letting people contact you in "Common Newbie Mistakes" but couldn't figure out how I was supposed to do it -- this article gave me the info I needed! :-)
  • JAMILNKUGWA Aug 7, 2010 @ 8:51 pm | delete
    Commendable stuff! Hopping i become a Squidoo somebody soon
  • Jordan821 Aug 4, 2010 @ 2:40 pm | delete
    Good info here very helpful hopefully will get my lenses featured soon
  • chocsquid Aug 3, 2010 @ 8:25 pm | delete
    Thank you! I'm a Squidoo nobody for now but hope to be a somebody soon. Thanks for the tips.
  • thetalkmark Aug 3, 2010 @ 6:32 am | delete
    Great Lens, thanks for the tips..
  • thetalkmark Aug 3, 2010 @ 6:30 am | delete
    Thank you for these tips, it's my 3rd day here on squidoo and I am still trying to learn some important stuff here. If you can give some basic tips like this, It will be much appreciated.
  • kitchenwareone Aug 2, 2010 @ 8:33 pm | delete
    i am totally addicted to squidoo already, it is heaps of fun & now I will go & put your great tips into action, thank you
  • Othercat Aug 1, 2010 @ 10:49 pm | delete
    Thanks for the great tips. Hey, I've already started using them by leaving this very kind comment!
  • the world of business mind Aug 1, 2010 @ 12:05 am | delete
    very perfect to evry one
  • Jul 31, 2010 @ 5:45 pm | delete
    As new squidoo user I've found the tips in your lens very helpful indeed. Thank you.
  • ryahalbatros Jul 30, 2010 @ 4:07 am | delete
    Thanks for the simple explanation and advice Susan. I'll be working on it over the next few days.
  • Tipi Jul 27, 2010 @ 1:47 pm | delete
    Susan, I am impressed with the feature lensmaster, Carmel Aaron. Thanks for pointing her out, she knows her stuff. Yeah, she's a Squidoo somebody, and so are you. Love to you!
  • massivedynamic Jul 23, 2010 @ 1:46 am | delete
    Great lens. Thanks for some tips that will hopefully get me going.
  • Zeemer Jul 22, 2010 @ 6:43 am | delete
    Hi! I find your lens very useful. I notice that you wrote a lot on the right side of your lens including the More Helpfu "How to Squidoo Lenses". My question is how do you write on that part of your lens? I've been trying to figure out how to do that but I have not been successful. Thank you
  • Susan52 Jul 22, 2010 @ 7:25 am | delete
    Zeemer, On the lens workshop, on the right-hand side is a tab that says "Manage Widgets." That's where you find the content that can be added to that right column. It's limited to feeds, featured lenses, squidcasts, and Amazon modules, a total of four which you can then arrange in any order. Hope that helps!
  • dantownehall Jul 19, 2010 @ 11:01 pm | delete
    This was a great read for someone new like me. Now I'm off to put it all into practice!
  • uvila Jul 18, 2010 @ 4:07 am | delete
    thanks for the tips.
  • Gene Jul 15, 2010 @ 11:12 pm | delete
    Nice info, thanks
  • my_never_bored_hands Jul 15, 2010 @ 4:22 pm | delete
    Thank you for very informative and useful tips, as a newbie I'll definitely going to use them. Thanks again.
  • supercibor Jul 15, 2010 @ 9:03 am | delete
    It's great to be somebody at last.Everybody loves somebody sometime
  • SacredCynWear Jul 14, 2010 @ 1:37 pm | delete
    Thanks for the insight, it's always good to know where one is lacking!
  • christoformia Jul 7, 2010 @ 5:52 am | delete
    I really appreciate the tips--especially the one regarding viewing, commenting, and rating others' lenses. This is a tip I keep forgetting to do. Thanks!
  • CR2000 Jul 4, 2010 @ 7:00 pm | delete
    Thanks nice tips : )
  • jillian22 Jul 4, 2010 @ 11:39 am | delete
    Thank for the great info. I'm a newbie and have decided to get in on the forum.
  • Adiba_Addams Jul 4, 2010 @ 10:24 am | delete
    Thank you so much for this, there is a ton of information and it was very helpful. When your new its easy to miss something. Absolutely love those shirts!!
  • Jun 27, 2010 @ 5:24 am | delete
    Thanks for you advise as new user it is good to know you guys out there load forward to make more lenses to experience squidoo.
  • Tipi Jun 26, 2010 @ 5:14 pm | delete
    Its been so-long since I stopped by this lens, that I'm glad I did to get my refresher course out of the way on my 3 year anniversary on Squidoo today. Glad that we bumped into each other in SquidU, and I follow the link here Susan. I think that's just great that you take the time to find out about different lensmasters to feature on here. Very nice of you!
    Well, I hope things are going well for you Squid Sister.
    Love you...
    Susie
  • TiffaneyCampbell Jun 23, 2010 @ 10:56 pm | delete
    Thank you for all the advice it was very helpful. I like the way you made it easy to understand and follow and can't wait to get started. First I'm going to get a photo up I had some problems with it not loading.
  • baddee Jun 23, 2010 @ 8:05 am | delete
    Thanks for helping us new squidsters :)
  • shannahr Jun 22, 2010 @ 1:51 am | delete
    Nice blog!!!
  • rnhealthinfo Jun 21, 2010 @ 9:19 pm | delete
    Your lenses are very helpful and this looks like a good lesson plan to follow. Congrats on your successes!
  • mthans75 Jun 19, 2010 @ 3:39 am | delete
    Each lens about the Squidoo community is extemely helpful. This article gave me a plan to follow. I love the whole Squidoo concept. I just wished I had found this site years ago.
  • charity7 Jun 15, 2010 @ 6:39 pm | delete
    Thanks for the good info. It great to have a lot of Squid mentors for the newbies.
  • EmergencyNurse Jun 9, 2010 @ 8:05 pm | delete
    Great advice. I am a newbie with only 2 lenses so far and was looking for some ideas to get people to my lenses, can't wait to start working on becoming a squidoo somebody.
    -I'll be working first on getting a picture.
  • lovethoseshirts Jun 8, 2010 @ 4:44 am | delete
    Thank you for this information, its very informative for my lens and i will surely apply these steps for becoming somebody on squidoo.
  • hotdaldalero Jun 6, 2010 @ 10:01 pm | delete
    It seems that I am just beginning to like Squidoo after reading this post, I will work smarter to be a Squidoo Somebody like the others thanks for the wonderful tips.
  • Andy_2010 Jun 2, 2010 @ 7:33 am | delete
    new stuff for me. ready to use it
  • Smileyone60 May 31, 2010 @ 1:10 am | delete
    Great ! gave me a basic outline as to where to start...thanks
  • dsbmco May 30, 2010 @ 3:15 pm | delete
    Very helpful guide, thanks :)
  • felix127 May 25, 2010 @ 9:44 am | delete
    Hi, interesting
  • fitnessdad70 May 25, 2010 @ 8:46 am | delete
    being a newbie this was informative. Thanks
  • RasRantz May 22, 2010 @ 6:54 pm | delete
    Hey this was great! thanks! I hope someday I'll become an enormous squid just like you :)
  • Corallady May 20, 2010 @ 6:44 am | delete
    Thank you so much for the informative lens! I am a little squid hoping to grow!!
  • young-Fargo May 15, 2010 @ 1:27 am | delete
    THis lens really hep me out i hope to be a squidoo somebody
  • lgendrot May 13, 2010 @ 12:49 am | delete
    This is one of the better lenses that I've found on the subject of traffic increase. Should we expect nothing less from a Top 100er? Great job! Keep it up!

    I love the featured squidoo somebodies! Great idea!
  • modz May 9, 2010 @ 3:22 pm | delete
    This is very helpful information. Thank you!
  • review-by-molly May 6, 2010 @ 5:36 am | delete
    This is my very first visit too squidoo I AM LOOKING AROUND the site im quite thrilled i just finished my first Lens no experience so hoping to learn from you experts out there. I would love someone to tell me truthfully what hey think of my lens Looking forward to hearing your comments Molly
  • Tipi Apr 30, 2010 @ 2:43 pm | delete
    I got an email from Kimberly today that surprised me. She let me know that I'm one of the top 10% of earners on Squidoo. Stunned?...me too! I don't know if that makes me a Squidoo Somebody or not, a Stunned Somebody is more like it. So, I guess I'll keep doing what I do.
    Nice to visit this lens again and see it doing so well. That makes you a Squidoo Somebody, Susan. ~ Have a great day!
    Susie x
  • lillian_washington Apr 28, 2010 @ 3:42 pm | delete
    Very helpful information, but I am having problems connecting to SquidU.
  • Susan52 Apr 28, 2010 @ 7:04 pm | delete
    Thanks, Lillian, and welcome to Squidoo! Try this link: http://squidu.com/ I just visited and didn't have any trouble. I hope it works for you.
  • RebeccaE Apr 27, 2010 @ 5:18 pm | delete
    excellent explaination thanks for the help!
  • TwiddyDinkies Apr 26, 2010 @ 10:20 pm | delete
    Excellent lens, I really like your writing style, you really nailed it about giving away more than you take.
  • themoneyhat Apr 25, 2010 @ 11:03 pm | delete
    I would love to be somebody if I can get some visits. I will be trying a few times a week to learn and update. Hopefuly I will land one of those good titles. Great tips. Thanks
  • shishir167 Apr 21, 2010 @ 12:11 am | delete
    hey i learnt a lot from this lens, thanx so much for helping beginners like us! After i read this lens i had my profile picture + edited my bio + learnt to comment on other lenses which i am doing right now !
  • marsha32 Apr 20, 2010 @ 6:38 pm | delete
    the forum is something I used the beginning but haven't been to in forever.......and I love the photos with the giant squid t-shirts....still wondering why I never got one :(
  • Apr 20, 2010 @ 2:27 am | delete
    Nice Helpful Lens ! I'm New Suidoo user Thank a Lot.
  • VickiSims Apr 18, 2010 @ 8:51 am | delete
    Thanks for the helpful lens to help us newbies travel out into the deeper waters!
  • kc1080 Apr 16, 2010 @ 4:01 pm | delete
    I am looking forward to becoming a Squidoo Someboy! I have committed myself to start writing a new lens once a week. I have been approaching menopause and gained 50 pounds in a year's time. Since Feburary, 2010 have have so far lost 28 pounds as of 2 weeks ago. I need to lose 15 more by June 1, (my BD)! I could use your inspiration (for both) of my goals. Look forward to chatting with many of you. I love reading many of your lenses.
  • bjornhardarson Apr 13, 2010 @ 5:44 am | delete
    It is a great lens, thank you
  • WeddingZazzle Apr 12, 2010 @ 11:47 pm | delete
    Nicely done! Blessed by a Squid Angel :)
  • Onti Apr 11, 2010 @ 4:44 am | delete
    Hey guys... I'm a squidoo newbe...Still building my lens but i"m so excited:)
  • burgessvillian Apr 10, 2010 @ 2:49 am | delete
    It's 3:45 am and I'm getting ready to go to work. One day I hope to be a giant squid and work from where I'm sitting now and enjoying it.
  • surviving-2012 Apr 9, 2010 @ 7:12 pm | delete
    This is a very helpful and informative lens. I am giving it 5 stars for all the help on getting noticed in squidoo. Thank You Very Much!!
  • davenjilli Apr 9, 2010 @ 7:18 am | delete
    This lens has been really helpful, lots off great tips that you can apply quickly.
  • Mickie_G Apr 5, 2010 @ 12:03 pm | delete
    I like your lens so much, I am recommending it to all newbies on Squidoo. Lensrolling, 5-starring and featuring on "New Lenses planted by new lensmasters on Squidoo!"
  • Apr 3, 2010 @ 12:14 pm | delete
    Nice lens, very helpful to us newbies and i'll certainly be updating my profile. Cheers.
  • myFootpathAdvisor Apr 1, 2010 @ 2:32 pm | delete
    Thanks for the advice! I think this will be a hug help!
  • caretakerray Mar 30, 2010 @ 11:48 am | delete
    thanx so much for the advice I'll be refering to this lense for quite some time
  • dancwatkins Mar 29, 2010 @ 10:25 pm | delete
    I just joined Squidoo today and found this lens helpful, thank you for sharing these tips! Now to go enable my contact me link.
  • winlin Mar 27, 2010 @ 11:46 am | delete
    I just finished lens # 5 and am going back to critique each of them. You had a few great tips here... Based on your lense article it made me realize I probably need to find a more inviting picture of myself, don't you think?

    "Enjoy the day and you have owned it" - winlin
  • Susan52 Mar 27, 2010 @ 11:54 am | delete
    Actually, winlin, I kind of like your picture! It's clear, unique, and memorable because it stands out from the crowd. Thanks so much for the visit and the comment!
  • vallain Mar 26, 2010 @ 10:17 pm | delete
    I've been so busy making lenses, that I haven't explored the forums. Guess I'm missing out.
  • danmilky1 Mar 23, 2010 @ 8:42 am | delete
    I'm just getting started as well and (Like the person below me) would love to hear comments and helpful tips (All are defiantly appreciated!) and if anyone knows any links on how to get ranked high on search engines I would LOVE!!! to see em :-)
  • Susan52 Mar 23, 2010 @ 8:46 am | delete
    TamiJackson and danmilky1, the very best place to find helpful tips and ask for critiques is on the forum at SquidU.com. Also, be sure to check out The Answer Deck at Squidoo. Remember to build relationships with other lensmasters and you'll be able to get just tons of great input. Thanks so much for visiting this lens and for your comments!
  • TamiJackson Mar 22, 2010 @ 1:12 pm | delete
    Just getting started! I'd love tips from individuals (e.g., helpful hints for making my lens seem more fun and inviting). Drop me a line and I'll check out your lens too!
  • thaismr Mar 22, 2010 @ 4:08 am | delete
    I am a reforming (hopefuly) squidoo nobody.. trying to put these tips into practice to change that :P
  • JamSlam Mar 21, 2010 @ 8:15 pm | delete
    Nicely, Nicely! Very informative easy to follow lessons on how to become big on squidoo. I like it very much.
  • BritFun Mar 21, 2010 @ 2:56 pm | delete
    Good information - I'm definitely going to create a lot more lenses - but I also need to get my existing ones noticed - so thanks for the tips.
  • MidasPlatinum Mar 21, 2010 @ 10:25 am | delete
    Thank you, I found your tips helpful and encouraging.
  • maddiegascar Mar 20, 2010 @ 9:03 pm | delete
    Wow, thank you for these really great tips for Squidoo noobies:) I feel like I'm ready to get started now, great lens!
  • MyPianoRiffs Mar 18, 2010 @ 6:40 am | delete
    A fun and informative lens all in one. It caught my eye because I'm still so new to this. Thanks a lot, Susan52!
  • Naakordai Mar 18, 2010 @ 5:52 am | delete
    Thanks for your interesting and informative lens. I'm a newbie member of Squidoo and enjoying every minute of it. Just completed my first lens reviewing My Stroke of Insight by Dr Jill Bolte Taylor. Today, I have completed a General Knowledge quiz; go check it out. Have fun and let me know how you score.
  • MoonMaa Mar 17, 2010 @ 11:00 am | delete
    Excellent information!
  • Mar 17, 2010 @ 9:34 am | delete
    Why is this looking more and more like any other free blog service? No offense, but aside from Squidoo's weight with search engines, what's the benefit? Who has the time to promote yet another blog, page, lens, bookmark etc?
  • Susan52 Mar 17, 2010 @ 10:54 am | delete
    Squidoo's weight with search engines is, in fact, an important factor. I'm sure Squidoo isn't for everyone, but many of us make this our primary base for our online businesses and make some quite decent income directly and indirectly from Squidoo. Squidoo is a great fit for me; whether it is for you is your decision. Thanks for stopping by!
  • culturenerd Mar 16, 2010 @ 12:43 am | delete
    Thanks for the tips! This lens was really helpful. Looks like I need to join the forum :D
  • ayoro Mar 15, 2010 @ 4:32 am | delete
    thanks! I'm off to write another lens and update my bio!
  • beckyf Mar 13, 2010 @ 6:25 pm | delete
    Thank you for an interesting, informative lens. I've just started building lenses, and I've already picked up a few tips from your lens.
  • HeatherBestel Mar 13, 2010 @ 6:21 am | delete
    Thank you for the tips Susan. Thanks to you I've just published my first lens and am excited to get better and do more. I'll be back :-)
  • therealtouch Mar 8, 2010 @ 1:25 pm | delete
    Ok, now I'm hungry! :-) And well-informed too! Great lens if i haven't said so already.
  • aesta1 Mar 8, 2010 @ 7:37 am | delete
    I get more of it now. Thanks for making it simple. This squid will now dip into squidu forum.
  • azrinmesni Mar 7, 2010 @ 7:51 pm | delete
    hye,thanks for the info, i'm new in internet article writing. hopefully that i can something with the world!cheers all!
  • PEPcigarettes Mar 5, 2010 @ 6:52 am | delete
    Thank you very much! Love the easy going yet educational approach of the lens:)! i'm still learning here so lenses like this come in handy:)!!
  • sallyenamored Feb 24, 2010 @ 10:47 pm | delete
    This was a great lens; informative, helpful, and full of great tips. Thank you!
  • Ramonailona Feb 23, 2010 @ 3:56 pm | delete
    Great Lens. I'm not very Crafty or Artistic. Not good in Writing about anything either. But.....I'm not going to stop trying. Maybe one day I will become a Great Squidoo Somebody. But for now I just have to dream on. LOL............Thanks for the info. I also liked your crafty Blog. The music was very soothing. Have a great day.
  • sandyspider Feb 22, 2010 @ 11:40 pm | delete
    Thanks for this information.
  • LlyleChompfsky Feb 20, 2010 @ 9:36 pm | delete
    thanks for creating this article. Getting started is definitely the hardest part, but I'm gaining confidence thanks to all the great information Squidoo offers. An avatar is the next step.
  • fritzgarcia_29 Feb 20, 2010 @ 8:38 am | delete
    I'm glad I read this, I've learned a lot. Now, I am more confident to do more lens. Thank you so muc.
  • lawofkindness Feb 18, 2010 @ 9:09 pm | delete
    Very helpful and informative. I'm still working on my second lens, so I feel really green right now. Today I decided to chill out and just peruse interesting lenses. So glad I did!
  • dailycashsystem Mar 6, 2010 @ 3:10 pm | delete
    I'm new to all this myself. I'm still trying to learn how to build a great lens. If you have
    any ideas for me, I would be more than happy to listen to them. Thanks....
  • dailycashsystem Mar 6, 2010 @ 3:10 pm | delete
    I'm new to all this myself. I'm still trying to learn how to build a great lens. If you have
    any ideas for me, I would be more than happy to listen to them. Thanks....
  • Spitfire81 Feb 15, 2010 @ 5:47 pm | delete
    I,ve not made a lens yet but you have given me some real help,i most definatly needed to get started.I liked your lens alot.thanks
  • CptSilva Feb 14, 2010 @ 8:48 pm | delete
    Nice lens. Very informative. I'm still new. Learning the ropes. I didn't realize the part about visiting other peoples lenses, but now that I know i will be doing that. And I will be post my picture up ASAP. Thanks again.
  • lasertek Feb 14, 2010 @ 8:06 pm | delete
    Nice! I haven't joined the forum yet. Might as well do so. Thanks for the tips! 5*
  • AllNaturalCleaning Feb 14, 2010 @ 8:14 am | delete
    Great Lens, I have always enjoyed Squidoo Lens and with everyone the best of a New Year!
  • MediaWeasel Feb 13, 2010 @ 10:40 pm | delete
    Loving all this info. I'm a very new newbie and currently feel more like a flounder than a squidlet, but am learning a lot. I agree - it;s what you put in more than what you can take out - and is the basis of any healthy and thriving community. Looking forward to growing my tentacles :-)
  • kikij Feb 13, 2010 @ 4:10 pm | delete
    Thank you so much for this information!! It really helped clear some stuff up!!
  • guitplayer Feb 13, 2010 @ 11:17 am | delete
    Thanks for the good advice. I will definitely start using it.
  • KarateKatGraphics Feb 13, 2010 @ 10:48 am | delete
    The balance of give and take, create & support--so important in this community.
    Wonderful how-to lens!
  • Language_Learner Feb 13, 2010 @ 3:34 am | delete
    Thanks for writing this so clearly. I have just joined the forum and will be joining Allposters too. And this is my first Squidoo comment, so Success!
  • calvinhilario Feb 12, 2010 @ 9:16 am | delete
    cool!
  • Erinlk Feb 11, 2010 @ 10:18 pm | delete
    Thanks so much for this, great info, great advice. Hopefully it will help make me a somebody!!

    xoxo
  • starlitparlit Feb 11, 2010 @ 9:07 pm | delete
    Still pretty much a squidoo nobody but I'm working at it. :)
  • shoeswisely Feb 11, 2010 @ 8:33 pm | delete
    This is great useful info, especially for a new squidoo.
  • emyakindu Feb 11, 2010 @ 4:25 pm | delete
    How did you find this topic? :)
  • Susan52 Feb 11, 2010 @ 5:18 pm | delete
    Hi - Not sure I understand the question, but I made this lens based on experience on Squidoo and what I felt new lensmasters should know. Hope it's helpful to you!
  • Feb 10, 2010 @ 3:40 pm | delete
    Hi Susan, Thanks so much for the information - yes, I'm a Squidoo nobody :{ - hopefully, not for long though, because I'm actually going to follow your suggestions. I know, strange...but true! Congratulations on getting the LOTD.
  • EllenGraeger Feb 10, 2010 @ 2:22 pm | delete
    Great. Let's start getting from nobody to somebidy.
  • dashiellwood Feb 9, 2010 @ 5:33 am | delete
    Great Squidoo Lens. Congrats
  • kerrict Feb 8, 2010 @ 12:29 pm | delete
    This was a great article. Thank you.
  • mutter Feb 8, 2010 @ 7:20 am | delete
    Well done on LOTD- a very informative lens!
  • Treasures-By-Brenda Feb 8, 2010 @ 6:56 am | delete
    Lens of the day!
    Hooray!
  • aj2008 Feb 8, 2010 @ 4:32 am | delete
    Congratulations on getting Lens of the Day Susan - well deserved!
  • Rewards4life Feb 8, 2010 @ 3:52 am | delete
    Congratulations on being featured, Susan! Well deserved. Best wishes!
  • MarleMac Feb 8, 2010 @ 3:41 am | delete
    My Bio used to say "I'm a Squidoo Nobody soon to be a Squidoo Somebody"...it has since changed, and will soon change to say more again .. thanks to the kick under the butt from you with THIS!!! Thank you...
    Great lens! Congrats at going LOtD!
  • mariedaniels Feb 7, 2010 @ 11:36 pm | delete
    Nice Squidoo somebody tips! I have high hopes to be a somebody - someday.
  • stellarseo Feb 7, 2010 @ 10:49 pm | delete
    Very Informative Information for me..Thanks for sharing the info with us.
  • KimGiancaterino Feb 7, 2010 @ 9:23 pm | delete
    Congratulations to one of my favorite Squidoo somebodies!
  • hayleylou Feb 7, 2010 @ 8:34 pm | delete
    Great lens, loads of fab info, thanks 5 stars and a fav
  • chidchan Feb 7, 2010 @ 8:30 pm | delete
    Great Tips! From your tips, I'll become the somebody soon.Thank you so much. ^3^
  • Frankster Feb 7, 2010 @ 7:19 pm | delete
    Excellent lens with great advice. Congrats on LOTD. Bear hugs, Frankster
  • Income4life Feb 7, 2010 @ 5:32 pm | delete
    Congrats on LOTD! doing lesson #4
  • WendyKrick Feb 7, 2010 @ 5:10 pm | delete
    Great Tips! Congrats on LOTD! You deserve it!
  • jlp411 Feb 7, 2010 @ 4:57 pm | delete
    Thanks for the great info! I'm going to join the forum, So look for me please!
  • nyfamily5 Feb 7, 2010 @ 4:43 pm | delete
    Great info on being a squidoo somebody. Congrats on LoTH
  • emmalarkins Feb 7, 2010 @ 4:38 pm | delete
    I like the lens. Simple tips that can be implemented by anyone. And I didn't even know before that my Contact was set to off!
  • tandemonimom Feb 7, 2010 @ 3:56 pm | delete
    This lens has been inspiring and helping for a long time - many congrats to a VERY well-deserved LOTD!
  • Michey Feb 7, 2010 @ 3:46 pm | delete
    Congratulation Susan.
    You have great points here, I hate when:
    1) I have to talk with a cat, a bird, of a snippet of an abstract art, instead of a person
    2) I cannot contact a person
    3) ... the bio is empty, and my favorite is
    4) ... I want to start a conversation but I have nothing to say.
    You did a great job
    Regards
    Michey
  • rlmodranski Feb 7, 2010 @ 3:10 pm | delete
    Cool lens! Congrats on LOTD! Moving on to Step 7 now!
    Blessings,
    Lynne
  • happynutritionist Feb 7, 2010 @ 2:42 pm | delete
    I know I've left my mark before because this is such a helpful lens, but want to say congratulations on LOTD today. God bless! ~claudia
  • BarbRad Feb 7, 2010 @ 2:36 pm | delete
    Susan, congratulations on LOTD. Wish I'd known about this wonderful lens when I first started. When I have more time I plan to come back and follow some of the links to other lenses. Meanwhile, I'll add this to my information email I send with people I'm trying to recruit as lensmasters. Thanks.
  • GramaBarb Feb 7, 2010 @ 2:17 pm | delete
    I have a modest presence on the internet as a whole and have been recognized by others on Squidoo in many lenses. For this I thank you.
  • partybuzz Feb 7, 2010 @ 1:59 pm | delete
    Great info for every Squidooer! Congratulations on LotD!! :-)
  • poddys Feb 7, 2010 @ 1:47 pm | delete
    Sometimes I feel like a somebody, and at other times I feel like the Invisible Man. 5***** for a great lens.
  • poddys Feb 7, 2010 @ 1:46 pm | delete
    Sometimes I think I am a Squidoo somebody, and other times I feel more like the Invisible Man, no matter how hard I try to get noticed. You just have to get the word out about your lenses, make contact with other lensmasters, and the more lenses you create, the more you will get noticed, especially if you write about lots of topics that you are passionate about.
  • foovay Feb 7, 2010 @ 1:44 pm | delete
    Excellent lens, well deserving of lens of the day. I've been Squidooing for quite a while, yet I learned something and got some good ideas to polish up my own somebody-ness! Thanks!
  • Lamar Morgan Feb 7, 2010 @ 1:06 pm | delete
    Here's The Secret to GTD on The Internet. It's not really about sales. It's about building relationships with other folks. And, how do you begin to build a relationship? You give...first. Think about it. What does Twitter tell you to do after you sign up? It tells you to follow someone else...first. Nothing happens until you lift up the other guy...first. Squidoo has its own university. But, who makes it work? Lensmasters - folks who care to help other people succeed at what they are attempting to accomplish. Lifting up the other guy first has its benefits. Go for it!
  • Warrenpeace21 Feb 7, 2010 @ 1:05 pm | delete
    Thank you for these great ideas and tips on becoming a Squidoo Somebody. All the best
  • Heather426 Feb 7, 2010 @ 1:02 pm | delete
    congrats on LOTD!
  • stargazer00 Feb 7, 2010 @ 12:58 pm | delete
    Susan, you are one of my favorite "Squidoo Sombodies"! Congrats on a well deserved LOTD!
  • rgasperson Feb 7, 2010 @ 12:55 pm | delete
    I have to say, there are a few things on this lens I have not thought about using. One of them is to go around to several of the other lenses and leaving constructive coments. I know there are hurdreds of thousands of lenses out there, O just have not taken the time to get out there and vew many of them. I will have to make it a priority to check some of them out.

    The other thing that is new to me is posting a contact me link so my readers can contact me and let me know what I might be able to add to make the lens even better.

    Thank you for the intformation. I will be sure to put it to use today. Hey, I've already started. I wrote this comment didn't I?
  • Mart903 Feb 7, 2010 @ 12:52 pm | delete
    Nice instructive and helpful lens. Well deserved LOTD; Congratulations! 5 stars
  • CCGAL Feb 7, 2010 @ 12:51 pm | delete
    I like this lens a lot. I think it's a great introduction to Squidoo, and those 6 steps are really important. I'm going to add this to my list of "Squidoo Intro" lenses I share regularly, Nice work! Well deserving of the LOTD award - congratulations!
  • sittonbull Feb 7, 2010 @ 12:43 pm | delete
    Congratulations on LOTD Susan! I haven's been very active on Squidoo this year, but I still love it and am LRing this excellent lens to my Learning lens.
  • enslavedbyfaeries Feb 7, 2010 @ 12:18 pm | delete
    What a fantastic choice for Lens of the Day. Congratulations, Susan!
  • WhiteOak50 Feb 7, 2010 @ 12:17 pm | delete
    Congratulations on LOTD!
  • motorpurrr Feb 7, 2010 @ 12:12 pm | delete
    Fantastic lens, I'll be comming back again for reference. thank you and congrats on your LOTD :)
  • Wednesday_Elf Feb 7, 2010 @ 12:05 pm | delete
    Enjoyed reading, learning and applying your wonderful advice here several months ago, but just had to return to congratulate you on LOTD. A most deserving recognition for a very helpful lens.
  • arncyn Feb 7, 2010 @ 11:51 am | delete
    This is one of the first lenses I read as a newbie - I loved it then, and I still love it now. Deserving of LoTD and a humble *angel blessing*
  • LoKackl Feb 7, 2010 @ 11:37 am | delete
    It's fun to revisit Are You a Squidoo Nobody? This lens early on gave me guidance and structure for what-to-do-next.(?) Though I still often "forget where I am" at SquidooLand, and where to go next, I always know I can rely on Susan52 to get me going in the right direction! Congrats and congratulations on LOTD!
  • Kimbesa Feb 7, 2010 @ 11:30 am | delete
    Thanks for doing this lens! I can see how useful it is to help keep the inspiration going and working to the next level. Great ideas, ready to put into use!
  • Joan4 Feb 7, 2010 @ 11:28 am | delete
    Congratulations on Lens of the Day, Susan!! wow!! What fun!
    and thank you again for the feature, too!
  • GrowWear Feb 7, 2010 @ 11:16 am | delete
    Congratulations for your LOTD for Are You a Squidoo Nobody? How to Become a Squidoo Somebody in 6 Easy Lessons -- another of your great works. :)
  • harbarenko Feb 7, 2010 @ 11:11 am | delete
    Congratulations on Lens of the Day...!! A lot of useful info on here that will help me out...Thanks!!! I love Squidoo and can't wait to become a Giant Squid!
  • newbizmau Feb 7, 2010 @ 10:55 am | delete
    This lens helped me when I was new. Congrats on LotD!
  • eccles1 Feb 7, 2010 @ 10:53 am | delete
    Congratulations on lens of the day!
    Thanks for your help !!!
  • d-artist Feb 7, 2010 @ 10:52 am | delete
    wow congrats on LOTD great info...5* lens... I think I've followed most of the guidelines. I took off my contact cause 2 very vulgar and demeaning comments where left, so a bit scary...will have to rethink that.
    Being a squid-nobody I'll try harder to be a somebody...how many can say they are the SunMaid raisin gal, a Baroness, lived a short time in a castle, had a mom who was in show business etc etc. I have much to write about...I'm suppose to write a book, but I'm not a writer, so this is a start for preservation...Squidoo has been cathartic for me. Thanks Squidoo!
  • Pastiche Feb 7, 2010 @ 10:41 am | delete
    Squidoo Somebody Tips - getting noticed for the Right Reasons.
  • Pastiche Feb 7, 2010 @ 10:40 am | delete
    This lens impressed me some time ago - I gave it 5 stars, and rightly so. Congrats on LOTD from this semi-transparent lensmaster. Nice job, as usual, to one of my favorite Squidoo SOMEBODIES - Susan!
  • Ean2002 Feb 7, 2010 @ 10:13 am | delete
    there is a lot of great info in this lens. :) 5 stars. if there is any thing i can do for you please feel free to let me know. i hope that you have a great Day :)
  • LeanneChesser Feb 7, 2010 @ 10:03 am | delete
    Thanks for creating this lens! I'm going to feature it on my blog today - - I've been writing about using a personalized profile picture the last couple of days. Blessed by an angel and congratulations on LOTD!
  • alteredkat Feb 7, 2010 @ 9:39 am | delete
    Congrats on LOTD! :o) yer definitely a somebody!
    Hugs,
    K
  • mistyriver Feb 7, 2010 @ 9:12 am | delete
    I have made three lenses so far, with one more in the works. I hope to become a Somebody! Thank you for the great info!
  • stacy_mcdaniel Feb 7, 2010 @ 8:44 am | delete
    Congratulations on lens of the day! Thanks for the information. I've been here for a little while but I still have alot to learn. I'm hoping to be a Squidoo somebody one of these days.
  • Sylvestermouse Feb 7, 2010 @ 7:27 am | delete
    Excellent Advice! Congratulations on Lens of the Day!
  • rms Feb 7, 2010 @ 6:56 am | delete
    Love this lens! Congrats on a well deserved LotD!
  • Mrbigsell Feb 7, 2010 @ 4:46 am | delete
    Great tips. Thank you for posting some good tips on success
  • _Joan_ Feb 7, 2010 @ 4:10 am | delete
    Congratulations on LOTD!
  • Spook Feb 7, 2010 @ 4:08 am | delete
    I think I'm somewhere inbetween. Excellent lens and I learnt something and picked up some tips. Thank you.
  • nattyno Feb 7, 2010 @ 3:34 am | delete
    Congratulations LOTD. And thanks for the useful information very handy for us new squids.
  • eclecticeducation Feb 7, 2010 @ 1:29 am | delete
    Congrats on your LOTD! I've already rated this, but I came back to bless it. Great job!
  • Jewelsofawe Feb 7, 2010 @ 1:11 am | delete
    Congrats on LOTD!
  • AmyHillis Feb 6, 2010 @ 8:17 pm | delete
    You have inspired me to get to work. I am new to Squidoo and have my first 2 lenses up. I'm still figuring things out, and will certainly use the lessons you offered. Thanks so much for the tips. I really appreciate the help.
  • jwb3 Feb 4, 2010 @ 12:28 pm | delete
    Hey, I'm new! I have 1 lens so far. I'm not sure i'm on the right track, but I'm grateful that you have this information to help us get better!
  • AdeaFaltr Feb 2, 2010 @ 3:50 pm | delete
    Hello, I'm new to Squidoo with two lenses. If you wish to critique my article, it's entitled, "How to Avoid Stupefication". Please stop by with your comments, they're welcome. Thanks!
  • amberzak Jan 30, 2010 @ 4:34 pm | delete
    Hi. Thanks for this. I haven't even launched my first Lens yet, but you have given me some great advice
  • Intuitive Jan 28, 2010 @ 7:29 am | delete
    Well, I think I'm a somebody! I know lots of Squidoo somebody's. And yet, no Lens of the Day and no purple star for me yet, and I've been around and active since 2006! I've done all the things on your list and then some. It's a mystery to me. Maybe I need to spend more time on the forums rather than making lenses. 5*
  • MarsIsaura Jan 28, 2010 @ 3:50 am | delete
    Nice Coaching Gr8 information
  • MrRozZzy Jan 27, 2010 @ 1:11 am | delete
    Awesome lens, I learnt a lot. ;)
  • ajwilder Jan 26, 2010 @ 3:35 pm | delete
    Thanks for the info. I am new to Squidoo and am trying to learn to effectively share information.
  • pilegirl Jan 24, 2010 @ 12:40 am | delete
    Wow! Thank you for the information. I'll be referring to this lens again and again.
  • Theroosterguy0008 Jan 24, 2010 @ 12:30 am | delete
    Yes I am a squidoo somebody. I was just wading through. However, got some inspiration reading this lens. Thanks.
  • Raoucus Jan 24, 2010 @ 12:06 am | delete
    This lens is amazing! I didn't think about how if you comment other lenses, you get traffic yourself for a good deed in giving opinions! That was ahelpful tip! Not only that, I underestimated all the information I could learn on this site! By reading other lenses, studying those subjects, and then commenting on them, I gain three things: possible new ideas for lenses, more information for my memory bank, and another place for my name on Squidoo! It's so genius!
  • lou16 Jan 20, 2010 @ 5:46 am | delete
    What a great lens, I can't believe that I've only just 'found' it.
  • Carmel_Aaron Jan 18, 2010 @ 5:27 pm | delete
    Hi Susan,

    Great lens-as usual.

    Yes, I have been feeling like a Squidoo Nobody,
    but you have made me feel like a Squidoo Somebody.

    I was already following your steps, but, your feature has
    just about blown me away.--- WOW!!!

    I am thrilled you like my work. That means
    a lot

    Thanks a bunch-my dear...
  • Susan52 Jan 18, 2010 @ 6:53 pm | delete
    You're definitely a Squidoo Somebody in my book, Carmel!
  • SpellOutloud Jan 17, 2010 @ 3:50 pm | delete
    I enjoy reading about the featured Squids. Lots of great advice here.
  • prosperity66 Jan 17, 2010 @ 8:57 am | delete
    This is very useful lens that anyone should have a look at! It is also featured on my own Squidoo tips lens as I consider it as a one-stop resource on how to start a career on Squidoo!
    SquidAngel blessings to this page!
  • curlymark Jan 16, 2010 @ 7:27 pm | delete
    Hello...Little squid to big squid thanks for the tips but I think I'll
    be down here for a little while longer. Helpful lens though...Thanks.
  • Hairdresser007 Jan 16, 2010 @ 4:44 pm | delete
    I'm still a nobody but through these tips and the forum and reading other lenses, I will become a super giant squid one day! Thank you!!! I think the biggest thing is changing the default text and adding photos to your lens. I talk about squidoo now on my blog, website, and am going to start printing my key lense on my business cards and promotional materials.
  • Susan52 Jan 16, 2010 @ 4:50 pm | delete
    Looks like you and Squidoo are a perfect match! Best of success to you!
  • alyciacheatham Jan 14, 2010 @ 11:45 am | delete
    Thanks for the awesome information...I needed it big time!
  • succes2010 Jan 14, 2010 @ 3:57 am | delete
    Thank you. its OK
  • LaraMarlow Jan 12, 2010 @ 7:25 pm | delete
    Thank you! great information!
  • Jewelsofawe Jan 11, 2010 @ 7:45 pm | delete
    Blessing this lens and lensrolling it to my Tools mentor lens!
  • ZionK Jan 10, 2010 @ 5:06 pm | delete
    This is my second lense, I was wondering what you think
    http://www.squidoo.com/buy-cheap-textbooks
  • PastelEarth Jan 8, 2010 @ 11:44 pm | delete
    Branching out with Squidoo! Thanks!!!
  • lifeHappens Jan 7, 2010 @ 10:55 pm | delete
    So glad I found this. Just created my first lens and after reading your tips, I have an idea where I need to go from here. Thank you : )
  • simplygoodplace Jan 6, 2010 @ 9:58 pm | delete
    Thanks for the tips.
  • jdeeze Jan 6, 2010 @ 7:55 pm | delete
    I will definitely need to follow some of these suggestions. I'm a nobody and I need to be somebody.
  • Minimal-schuifdeuren Jan 6, 2010 @ 2:29 pm | delete
    I like squidoo, let's grow.
  • cjdever Jan 3, 2010 @ 12:17 am | delete
    Thank you for this lens. Of all the "get noticed" type lenses I've read, this one seems the most concise yet useful/informative. You make it sound not so overwhelming after all! Don't have time now, but I will definitely be back to follow some of the links on this lens. Thanks again and all the best for 2010!
  • Jan 2, 2010 @ 10:51 am | delete
    I'm new and still have to learn a lot, but this lens is very helpful! Thank you for sharing this with us. Best wishes for 2010.
  • karenperese Dec 29, 2009 @ 4:04 pm | delete
    Well its my second lens and its a very cool community, plus Seth Godin, his books, blog and comments, need I say more? Rocking information and insight, glad I'm on board..
  • paulachen Dec 27, 2009 @ 3:32 am | delete
    Very informative...thanks for the tips.
  • tcorsonk Dec 25, 2009 @ 2:05 pm | delete
    Wow I never knew Squidoo existed until a few days ago. It's awesome!
  • Miriam2008 Dec 23, 2009 @ 5:16 pm | delete
    Hi! thanks for stopping by my lens. I really love all the tips here. I think squidoo is great. I got busy this past year and didn't contribute much, but hope that 2010 will be my squidoo year. Best wishes to you!
  • Dec 22, 2009 @ 8:42 am | delete
    thnx for this nice article.it help me somehow.
  • Holidayparkenergyhelp Dec 15, 2009 @ 5:34 am | delete
    Hey Susan!

    Thank you so much for this article, i'll follow al your advice and tell everyone else I bump into about it too!
  • giuliofabbri74 Dec 14, 2009 @ 9:42 pm | delete
    Ok, let's start now! Thank you for the informations
  • ttjones Dec 13, 2009 @ 9:10 pm | delete
    Omg this is alot to chew on especially with the giant squid people and squidoo somebodies but they obviously did an awesome job and set the bar...I've completed some of your steps pretty easily. Great post.
  • KatherineKouture Dec 13, 2009 @ 8:36 pm | delete
    Great information! I hope to become someone on squidoo someday :)
  • diana_olivia Jan 3, 2010 @ 10:08 am | delete
    Great job! Thanks! I m new help me please !:)
  • Tonipet Dec 10, 2009 @ 5:08 am | delete
    I've made few lenses yet I believe i need to learn more. One day i'll tell you that i've finally made a good squido! Goodluck and my salute to our giant squids!
  • ToniCorset Dec 8, 2009 @ 9:22 am | delete
    Great how you summed up the essentials in six steps. This information is a valuable road map for anyone who wants to grow in Squidoo, . Thank you!
  • mrsnava82 Dec 6, 2009 @ 3:25 pm | delete
    Thanks for the helpful information. This is definitely great advice to become somebody. I'm totally addicted to this place now and I just joined.
  • reenkyra Dec 4, 2009 @ 8:09 pm | delete
    I am new here and I noticed that this Squidoo site is very interesting and useful for bloggers. Anyone can join it. It is simple yet so beneficial. Myriad tips and knowledge I got from this site. Thanks Squidoo!! =D
  • Blessedmombygrace Dec 2, 2009 @ 9:22 pm | delete
    thanks for the tips. I need to do a bit more work on becoming somebody. You have given me a good place to start. I'll be back as I figure it all out!
  • pandesal Nov 29, 2009 @ 5:08 pm | delete
    ABSOLUTELY NICE AND INFORMATIVE WEBSITE, STILL MAKING TIME AND LEARNING HOW TO USE SQUIDOO!!! I WILL ALWAYS GO BACK TO YOUR SQUIDOO SITE FOR SURE. THANKS!
  • Knowlen_Wanderer Nov 29, 2009 @ 1:38 pm | delete
    Good stuff, some brilliant ideas for us all to take note of.

    5* for you
  • buayasa Nov 25, 2009 @ 10:42 pm | delete
    For the beginner like me, it is just a wonderful guidance. I'm trying to do it step-by-step, so that i can be a giant squidooo!!! hohoho....hope so. Can u visit my lens and leave your comments there on whatever i should improve??
  • Nov 18, 2009 @ 2:35 am | delete
    Thanks for the great information! So much to do, so little time!
    Merry Christmas
  • Themiscorkscrew Nov 16, 2009 @ 8:56 pm | delete
    This is great it def cheered me up started to think i was the only one
  • chahatsan Nov 10, 2009 @ 4:24 am | delete
    thanks for letting know, it's awesome!
  • Susan52 Nov 9, 2009 @ 10:02 pm | in reply to perfectgift4her | delete
    Take it one step at a time. It's not so hard!
  • perfectgift4her Nov 9, 2009 @ 9:56 pm | delete
    I thought this was suppose to be EASY!!!
  • Sunny_Stars Nov 8, 2009 @ 2:01 am | delete
    Hopefully someday, I too will swim with the big squids!
  • rosegeranium Nov 6, 2009 @ 10:54 am | delete
    Thanks for the helpful info!
  • Susan52 Nov 1, 2009 @ 7:40 am | in reply to thomasbredman | delete
    Unfortunately, there's no way to change your user name. I've emailed you via your contact link with a suggestion, however. Thanks for the comment and your question!
  • thomasbredman Nov 1, 2009 @ 2:16 am | delete
    I am not good at using squidoo but are making changes to my lense. How do I change my user name? Thank you.
  • Irish_Grunt Oct 27, 2009 @ 10:46 am | delete
    Great information, I am trying to learn all of the features of Squidoo. Every day is educational in reading the Lenses and Blogs.

    Thank you!
  • myfhtm Oct 27, 2009 @ 1:19 am | delete
    Hey! Thanks! This really helps! God Bless
  • zellen Oct 26, 2009 @ 8:09 pm | delete
    Thanks for the info, I'm newbie but welling to learn and this lens really help me.
  • Ramkitten Oct 26, 2009 @ 6:24 pm | delete
    A lens every new Squid should read!
  • a_willow Oct 26, 2009 @ 5:47 pm | delete
    Excellent tips Susan! Blessed by an Angel!
  • KM9999999 Oct 25, 2009 @ 6:27 pm | delete
    You're got a lot of great advice here. Thanks for posting it.
  • LittleBaker Oct 25, 2009 @ 4:21 pm | delete
    omg, ur advice helped me so much.
  • Kane99 Oct 23, 2009 @ 6:57 pm | delete
    Thank you for the tips. As a new member, I'm going to put them to good use.
  • EditorDave Oct 23, 2009 @ 5:09 pm | delete
    Wow.. lots of great tips here. Since I usually cook up my Squidoos on things that sort of inspire and interest me (and probably *boring* information for anyone else -- *grin*), my stuff is probably still making me somewhat of a Squidoo nobody. But hey, I'm working on it. Learning from the cool stuff you guys are putting up here...
  • HealthSmartMom Oct 22, 2009 @ 12:43 pm | delete
    Thanks Susan! I don't really like the photos of myself, and not sure about the avatars either - I like the idea of a picture of myself, but one that was take "a while ago"! I'll be looking for photos now so soon I'll no longer be a nobody myself!
  • angelsmummy Oct 22, 2009 @ 6:57 am | delete
    I have read this lens so many times! Its brilliant!
  • http7 Oct 22, 2009 @ 4:49 am | delete
    It was very helpful, thanks a lot
  • mrgvintage Oct 20, 2009 @ 9:02 pm | delete
    Thanks for a great lens. Full of information that I have found to be very helpful. I'm a newbie who really appreciated your advise.
  • TrinaSonnenberg Oct 20, 2009 @ 6:40 am | delete
    Great info! I am a badge junkie. I'd like to get that featured Giant badge.
  • ElleDeeEsse Oct 19, 2009 @ 10:51 pm | delete
    Thanks for this lens. It's been really helpful
  • Ecolicious Oct 19, 2009 @ 10:19 pm | delete
    Thank you for the advice. I wish I could have read this some time ago. It would have made making my first few lenses easier.
  • skiesgreen Oct 19, 2009 @ 10:06 pm | delete
    Nice lens and well appreciated I am sure by all new members. Thank you for your good advice
  • JoyfulPamela Oct 19, 2009 @ 5:50 pm | delete
    Thank you for all your wonderful advice. I really appreciate all the tips you have shared.
    Pamela :)
  • imolaK Oct 19, 2009 @ 4:33 pm | delete
    Thank you for sharing this great lens.I found a lot of useful advices in this.
  • JuneMary Oct 19, 2009 @ 3:19 pm | delete
    Found this really useful lens thro RocketMoms "Try it Week".
    Thanks, you have de-mystified a number of points for me.
    June.
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Susan52 enjoys being a writer - and a member of the Giant Squid 100 Club on Squidoo! Her passions include her husband and children (including the four-legged... more »

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