Taking on the world of social media can feel an awful lot like going to the gym when you’re really out of shape. You groan and moan, and it’s rather painful for the first few weeks.  Even the simplest tasks (like writing a single blog post) feel like they take forever, and you’re just not seeing the results you want. But - if you stick with it, it becomes easier, your muscles get toned, you feel better, and it becomes part of your routine.

Here’s a few ideas and resources to help you hit the social media gym, and start building your muscle today:

Want to know how social media guru Chris Brogan starts his day?  Here’s his five daily social media tasks.

If your company is starting a blog, and you’re wondering how to find a hook that will keep readers coming back, here’s some corporate blogs that are succeeding.

Need copywriting tips and ideas? Copyblogger is a favorite blog I follow for practical writing tips, tricks, and inspiration. A recent post called “how to kick ass as a freelance writer” has lots of great ideas on how to keep your readers coming back. Even though it’s written as tips for a freelance writer, there’s lots you can apply to writing your blog.

Still trying to get comfortable with Twitter?  Here’s some tips for new Twitter users from Mashable, and don’t miss the Mashable guide to Twitter.

No matter what you do — stick with it. Success in social media will happen as you build your muscle, make new connections, explore and experiment, and increase your confidence. Most of all - have fun with it!

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