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LiveDeal adds topics-based community discussion capabilities

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livedeal.jpgLiveDeal, the combined local online classifieds and Yellow Pages marketplace, announced the addition of topic-based community discussion forums for its members. LiveDeal users can now engage in dialogue with other members by creating topics of interest or posting and viewing messages within the topics. These new forums allow users to focus quickly and easily on areas of interest, rather than navigating through broad general subject message boards.

Once users enter LiveDeal, they may join any one of the topics-based community forums including: LiveDeal Q&A; LiveDeal Lounge; LiveDeal’s Newest Features; Super Seller Forum; Special Events; and Local Notices. Users can also create new topics on an as-needed basis. LiveDeal’s General Board is being retained for LiveDeal specific information including: new product features, promotional offers and other important LiveDeal news.

In addition to viewing updated postings from the LiveDeal team regarding important site information, members can interact through the LiveDeal Lounge or discuss the latest tips, tools and resources for selling on the site through the Super Seller Forum. Alternatively, the Special Events board can be reserved for organized discussions with other LiveDeal members.

Originally posted on August 22, 2007 @ 4:25 pm

BakeSpace.com now the largest food-themed social network

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bakespace.jpgIt has been a fast-paced and memorable first year for BakeSpace.com, the online social network and recipe exchange for people who are passionate about food. Launched on August 22, 2006, BakeSpace has grown to nearly 15,000 members who gather on the site to post, search, and exchange recipes, share culinary tips and build relationships with other food enthusiasts from around the world. Together they have posted more than 22,000 recipes on the BakeSpace Community Cookbook.

“Our goal is to preserve and update the age-old tradition of gathering in the kitchen to cook and socialize,” said BakeSpace Founder Babette Pepaj. “Over the past year, BakeSpace members have built a grassroots community where they can share their passion for all things food related.”

BakeSpace is designed for anyone interested in cooking or baking, whether they rely on the microwave or like to prepare gourmet meals from scratch. The site’s members come from 174 countries, and range from teenagers just starting to explore the culinary lifestyle to great grandparents who want to share and catalogue their treasured family recipes. The common thread among members is their passion for food and learning from one another.

Originally posted on August 22, 2007 @ 1:11 pm

RadioTimes.com selects LiveWorld for new social network-online community

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radiotimes.jpgLiveWorld, Inc. announced that it is powering a new social network for RadioTimes.com that will give its users a forum for discussing television and radio programmes. RadioTimes.com, UK’s highly popular online guide to television and radio and part of BBC Worldwide, is using LiveWorld’s industry leading Community Center platform to help strengthen its listeners’ and viewers’ ties with the site and each other.

Radio Times is the essential guide to television and radio, with recommendations from Britain’s top TV writers, compelling editorial features and the best listings information available. Their new social network, powered by LiveWorld, features blogs by resident bloggers.

“Our new online community promotes our audiences’ passion for television and radio programmes, while helping them to connect to other fans through this new media form,” said BBC Worldwide’s Editorial Director for Digital Media Duncan Swain. “We chose LiveWorld’s social networking solution as they are clearly the proven leader for global media companies who are building sophisticated community networks that build on the power of user participation.”

Originally posted on August 21, 2007 @ 3:38 pm

PeopleJam: Social Networking + Purposeful Living

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peoplejam.jpg An innovative social networking site designed to help people achieve a great life and take audience participation to a deeper level, PeopleJam, has announced its plan to launch the beta site this coming September.

This new site will target the estimated 45-60 million Americans interested in “purposeful living” and personal development. It will tackle the important aspects of life – health & fitness, finance &careers, inspiration & spirituality, creativity & fun, and relationships. To ensure that members get more out of their lives, PeopleJam is supported by more than 150 experts and life coaches

“PeopleJam is designed for people who are serious about achieving more in life. That audience is massively underserved by current online offerings. Our site is designed for users seeking a more personal and emotional online experience,” said PeopleJam President Robert Tercek.

Finally, a social networking site focused on making people lives better! Currently, these sites are somewhat limited to meet new people, keep in touch with family and friends, and establish business connections. It’s time to give networking sites deeper meaning and practical usage.

Originally posted on August 18, 2007 @ 12:26 pm

MyTherapyJournal.com launches Personal Progress Graph

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therapy.jpgDesigned to replace the traditional diary, MyTherapyJournal.com is an innovative online journaling experience for people looking to express their sentiments and improve their lives.

It launches a new feature, the personal Progress Graph, to enable members to measure their own progress by responding to pre-set or customized questions. It also allows members to visualize their progress with the help of a user-friendly, personal Progress Graph. Members select questions from journaling-inspired categories or diagnosis-inspired categories. Based on their responses, the Progress Graph charts their progress. They also can customize it by creating their own self-inspired categories and corresponding questions that meet their own specific needs and goals.

If your goal is to minimize your expenses and earn more money, this site may not be for you. To enjoy this privilege, members have to pay at least $14.95 per month. It can go as low as $7.95 per month if you opt for annual membership or $95 per year. Fortunately, there is a 14-day free comfort trial membership to help you with your short-term goals!

Originally posted on August 13, 2007 @ 9:46 am