Mega-list of how-to guides for Google+ brand pages
Google Plus finally rolled out brand pages this week, offering businesses the chance to put down stakes in the fledgling social network. While you may feel like something of a social media guru on Facebook and Twitter, building your company’s presence on Google+ might feel like a whole new beast to conquer.
To help build the most efficient (and awesome) Google+ page for your brand, we have compiled a mega-list of the top how-to guides from around the web.
Mashable How to Set Up a Google+ Brand Page
HubSpot How to Create a Google+ Business Page in 5 Simple Steps
Awaken Your Superhero How to Get Started With Google+ Pages for Business
Social Fresh Google+ Pages, 11 Tips to Get You Started
Business Insider Set Up A Google+ Page For Your Brand or Business
Converstations Your Google+ Company Page: Launch & Pause
iCrossing How to Make Your Google+ Brand Page More Visible
Fast Company The Power Potential of Google+ Pages for Businesses
Huffington Post Google Plus for Business: 3 Reasons to Get Excited
Search Engine Land A Look At Google+ Direct Connect For Google Pages
Famous Bloggers Get to Know Google+ Brand Pages for Business
Virante Complete Guide to Optimizing Your Google+ Brand Page

Great collection of resources here! Just wanted to add one to the list – specific to the education market:
Colleges Join In For Google+ Pages Launch
http://doteduguru.com/id7696-colleges-join-in-for-google-pages-launch.html
We compiled a list of colleges with Google+ Pages along with some tips/ideas on how schools will use brand pages in the future.
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