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Dustin W. Stout

Christianity, Creativity, and Social Media collide.

Hi, I'm Dustin. I am a web designer, blogger and social media junkie. I love talking Christianity, Creativity, and Social Media.
Social Web Strategy Design

"Crafting creative ideas and turning them into visual and verbal brilliance. I help individuals and brands excel online through design and social media integration, strategy, and execution."
For consulting, contact me here.
I mainly post about Social Media, Creativity, and Christianity. I've also been dubbed a Google+ Scholar (whatever that means). So if you're having trouble getting the most out of Google+ then feel free to ask me questions! I may not have all the answers, but odds are I at least know someone who does!
Some circles I might fit well into are:- Bloggers- Designers- Social Media- Branding- Technology- Geeks- Christians- Film lovers
Recommended ReadingI've wrote a few things that have gotten some attention. These are a great representation of what I write about most:
- Google+ Is Now the Seco
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About 3 weeks ago Imagine Dragon's "Radioactive" Cover by Pentatonix

Well folks, they've gone and done it again-- mind blown! +Pentatonix is ridiculously talented, and this cover of the popular song by +Imagine Dragons is more proof. 

I had the privledge of meeting +Kevin Olusola a couple weeks ago at #Catalyst  and see him in action LIVE. It was nothing short of amazing. 

These guys (and gal) are single-handedly reinventing the a capella genre.





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About 6 weeks ago Guy Fishing In Kayak Get's His Catch Snatched!

This is crazy! Guy catches a fish just to have a shark jump out of the water trying to steal it from him! I don't know about you, but if I were this guy, I'd need a change of underwear. #twt  

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About 11 weeks ago Don't Be Caught With Outdated Social Icons!

One of my biggest pet peeves is seeing old, outdated Social Icons on a blog or website. Nothing says "I'm behind the times" quicker than an obsolete icon.

So I've created this free icon set for you to download and use to your hearts content! 4 different styles for you to choose from and I'm constantly updating it when necessary so it stays current!

Got any suggestions for the next release?





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About 11 weeks ago Treat People Like They Are Important

In our 24/7 connected world there is a major disconnect. We've stopped thinking of people as human beings and started treating them like a number. 

We care more about growing our followers than coming up with ways to serve the individuals who follow us already. And too easily we dismiss and/or attack others online as if they were only an avatar and not a human life.

"Treat people like they are important. Not because it benefits you, but because they are."

More thoughts here - http://dustn.ws/ZakcPv

#socialmedia   #christianity  









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About 1 week ago Google Further Unifies Gmail, Google+ and Drive

Google's digital domination gains more ground as it extends it's storage limit to 15GB across +Gmail, +Google+, and +Google Drive. 

Who else was part of the initial invite only release of Gmail and was blown away that you could have 1GB of storage? Haha!



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About 2 days ago The Ultimate Google+ Cheat Sheet!

Wow, this is really helpful for anyone who is still relatively new to Google+! Everything you need to know about posting, notifications, shortcuts, formatting, and more in one simple cheat sheet!

Please share so that all the new folks can get their hands on it!

#evang+ #socialmedia #googleplustips





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About 1 week ago "If our God is for us, then who could ever stop us?

And if our God is with us, then what could stand against?"

Our God by Chris Tomlin

Someone needs to hear this today. I know I did.

I created this on my iPhone while traveling. Don't you love technology?

Apps used:
iPhone camera
Aviary
Piction

#christianity














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About 8 weeks ago A new trailer for Iron Man 3 has been released: http://on.mash.to/XzXm0u

Can't wait for this to hit theaters! How about you?

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About 7 weeks ago I Have Internet Again!

We have finished moving, are just about all settled in and getting into the new swing of things. Not having internet for nearly a week has definitely been a test. 

The attached image showcases both my excitement to have internet again, and my comfort with looking ridiculous. 

Cheers!





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About 2 weeks ago Interview: Peg Fitzpatrick

In case you didn't know, +Peg Fitzpatrick is a #SocialMedia  _rock star_. Not only that, she's probably one of the most positive and uplifting people I've ever met online. 

In this interview I ask here the following questions:

+ Where did your journey in social media begin?
+ What is your favorite social network?
+ What are you doing today with social media that you would never have imagined 10 years ago?
+ What is the most important piece of advice you have for an aspiring social media rock star?

Check out the full 15min. interview via the link below, and leave a comment with what question you would have asked!