One of the most challenging things about optimizing a web site for a small business owner is controlling their expectations and tempering their ambitions. For many, a web site is more than just a way to reach their core audience – it’s a blurring of their understanding of who their core audience really is.
Because it’s [...]
Building a web site is not a ‘marketing strategy.’
A web site is a marketing tactic or a marketing tool.
I have maintained for several years, and can probably find industry study to support me, that the rise of online job sites has driven both an increase in applications to positions, and a decrease in cover letters written to support said applications.
Some might say: “Oooh, increased pool to choose from!” They’re generally wrong, simply in [...]
Let’s stop pretending otherwise: MSN Search sucks.
Many people think ‘age of domain’ is the key to traffic. If only it were so easy…
User generated content can be hazardous for any person or company with high negative opinion ratings. Mitt Romney, presidential candidate, is opening the door to a web full of pain with a new campaign gambit.
The greatest hazard of Web 2.0 is a failure to be genuine. Thus, every time WalMart try to enter the social space, something blows up in their faces.
Niche social media sites are coming out of the woodwork.
People persist in believing submissions are necessary for the top 4 search engines.
Google’s Webmaster Central added a feature allowing secured communication between the search giant and webmasters. Neato.