How To Create an Effective Amplify Page

Amplify is a new site that acts very much like a content aggregator and a social bookmarking site. I like it’s ability to let you quickly grab content (either your own or someone else’s) save it and distribute it to other sites – while also creating a network of people, or “sources” as referred to by Amplify.

Dave Grossman and Eric Goldstein are the Co-Founders of Amplify – perfect examples of the cutting edge, creative minds you’ll find contributing to the content stream within the site. The site is very easy to use, connects plenty of relevant networks and provides a nice customization element with regards to themes and styles.

The sidebar customization adds a nice touch with different items and functionality such as your LinkedIn profile and the ability to follow others without going to their page. I also like the Amplify browser bookmark button which provides easier posting access from any site. Standard interactive fare is everywhere – doesn’t seem like they skipped a beat with anything needed to contribute, interact and engage – both on the site and off.

Want to customize the appearance of your Amplog? Here’s a quick list of items to make a truly effective social media presence when creating your profile: (Editing my background only took about 20 minutes)

1. Select Settings and click the first section: Design Your Amplog
2. Title: Change the title to add your own flair & style; keep in mind this also changes the title tag of your page – use if carefully to help your SEO efforts from a personal branding perspective.
3. Background Image: Upload your own custom design or image; size it larger than 1400 x 800 if you want one large image without having to tile/repeat it.
4. Header Image: Upload your own custom header; size this image at 996px wide x 110px tall for a perfect fit. (Check the hide header titles box if uploading your own image)
5. Select Color Palette: Choose colors that compliment your background & header images – make it pleasing to the eye without being overly distracting or annoying.
6. Custom CSS: Add additional customization with your own custom CSS to really make your Amplog stand out from the crowd. Need help? Give my good friend Kristen a shout – she’ll pretty it up for ya.

I also like their featured user section on the home page and footer of every profile page.

I wonder what it takes to become a featured user?

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