07/02/2009
According to SearchEngineNews javascript links are now being crawled and they are passing on PageRank and anchor text. Keep in mind you may still want to avoid using javascript for links because other search engines still do not crawl or follow javascript links.

07/01/2009
A business that makes the decision to be environmentally-conscious will often promote goodwill among potential customers, while making the world a better place for future generations. Many businesses hesitate to adopt green practices because they fear it will hurt their bottom line and negatively impact profits. But many eco-conscious businesses discover that they can actually save money and bring in new customers who specifically patronize companies that actively make an effort to be environmentally friendly. Many customers may even be willing to pay a bit more for a product or service from a company that is green.

Businesses Going Green

06/29/2009
The internet suffered a number of slowdowns as people the world over rushed to verify accounts of the death of Michael Jackson. Search giant Google confirmed to the BBC that when the news first broke it feared it was under attack.

Millions of people who searched for the stars name on Google News were greeted with an error page. It warned users your query looks similar to automated requests from a computer virus or spyware application.

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06/30/2009
Here are my Twitter Tips:

#1. Choose an avatar that incorporates your personality, use an eye catching image that will draw positive attention.
#2. Understand the Twitter culture before you dive in.
#3. Tweet on a regular basis.

According to PC Mag these are the tips they provide for beginners:

Shrink Your URLs
RT = Retweet
Direct Messaging
Use the @ Sign
Search For Your Friends
Categorize Your Tweets for Added Exposure
Share Pictures
Tweet from Your Phone
Pick a Good Desktop Client
Download a Mobile Client

06/29/2009
ABCs of RSS Feeds - Implementing RSS (Really Simple Syndication) can be aided by an understanding of the terms relating to RSS. Learn the ABCs of RSS....

06/24/2009
Find a Logo for your business. This website contains a variety of business logos for building brand.

06/23/2009
Presentations are an integral and important part of any business. Whether designed for training purposes, introducing new products, or discussing corporate hierarchy, PowerPoint presentations serve a valuable purpose in both the business world and in the educational fields. In order to maximize a presentation's impact, it needs to be polished and well executed. The following tips can aid you in taking your PowerPoint presentation to the next level.

Tips for Creating Powerful PowerPoint Presentations

06/22/2009
It is often important for small businesses to perform well in local sarch results. Check out this tutorial on Local Search Ranking Factors.

06/22/2009
When it comes to online security, men are less savvy than women, according to PC Tools.

Research by the security firm revealed that 47 percent of men use the same passwords when signing up to online banking and shopping facilities, compared to just 26 percent of women.

06/18/2009
GrayWolf posted an interesting article about invalidating Wikipedia Results.

06/10/2009
Managing your time and using it wisely is a journey, and not something that can be easily mastered overnight. Implementing a plan will help, but it is not going to be a sure cure. Time management requires a significant amount of self-discipline.

Here are some tips to assist you with time management... Time Management Tips

06/08/2009
Spending more time on social networks and blogs? You are not alone, with the latest figures showing the number of minutes spent on social networking sites in the United States has almost doubled over the past year.

Nielsen Online, which measures web traffic, said the number of minutes on social networks in the United States rose 83 percent in April from the same month a year ago, but found users were quick to move on and sites could quickly fall from favor.

Nielsen Online spokesman Jon Gibs said a major trend had been the continuing popularity of Facebook, which has more than 200 million active members and has become so mainstream it now hosts Pope Benedict and a list of world leaders.

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06/09/2009
Due to the overwhelming popularity and success of the previous Website Review Webinar there will be another. Subjects covered include the initial impression created by a website, structure, navigation, communication, SEO setup and more. The Web Critique Webinar will take place: Tuesday June 23rd at 12:00 EST. Sign-up Now!

06/05/2009
Starting a new business?

Choosing a Domain Name and How to Select a Company or Product Name

06/04/2009
Large collection of professional PowerPoint Templates for speakers, students and educators. Search for PowerPoint templates using keywords or navigate categories to find templates of interest.

06/03/2009
Student Discount for Software Industry Conference in Boston MA July 16-18th. Only $50.00 with student ID normally $249.00! Educational sessions for software developers and marketers.

06/02/2009
Learn the ins and outs of using a sound effect to polish your presentation or podcast.

What Is A Sound Effect?
A sound effect is a ready-made sound for podcasters or producers. Typically, podcasters need to only incorporate the sound into their production for instant success. This can be done with various editors running in a very short amount of time. Sound Effects make the creation of a podcast easier and professional. Sound effects are usually easy to edit and customize using any sound editor, occasionally more sophisticated sound require precise tuning.

Examples of sound effects can be found at Digital Sound Effects  

What Are Sound Effects?

05/28/2009
Presentations can be a great way to attract new business, simply by making yourself more well-known. However, nerves can often get in the way of entrepreneurs who want to use speaking opportunities to develop their business. Follow these steps to overcome nerves and make a powerful presentation during your public speaking engagement...

Tips for Public Speaking and Presenting

05/27/2009
There are a variety of things you can do to promote your podcast and increase its popularity... How Do I Promote Podcasts?

05/26/2009
Common small-business wisdom holds that you should separate your personal credit-card expenses from your company credit-card expenses. But will that truly be in your best interest -- no pun intended -- when President Barack Obama signs into law today the Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act?

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05/25/2009
Yahoo Inc is looking to buy companies that will allow it to become a bigger player in social networking and revamp its family of products, Chief Technology Officer Ari Balogh said on Wednesday.

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05/18/2009
Many free, online resources can help answer your business questions. While some sites are skewed towards single-person startups, you can still find a community to help an established, larger business.

The U.S. Small Business Administration is densely packed with information. You can learn basics about writing a business plan, establishing a trademark, and managing business operation. You will find ways to apply for government financial assistance, loans, and tips on applying for grants.

05/14/2009
The SIAF People's Choice Awards were created so software users would have the opportunity to vote for their favorite software programs. The voting for these awards is hosted each year by some of the largest sites on the Internet. In past years, this has included popular sites like CNET, Simtel, Tucows, PC World, and others. Software authors are also allowed to point to the People's Choice Award voting site and encourage their users to vote!

05/12/2009
There are a wide variety of things you can do in regard to blog promotion. Here are just a few...

Blog Promotion Tips

05/11/2009
Optimize your audio files to increase their popularity, just as you would optimize a website. Audio search engines are becoming more advanced as audio files become more commonplace on the Internet. Here are some tips to optimize your audio offerings...

Audio File Optimization Tips

05/06/2009
Applications I Can not Live Without!

FeedForAll
Used daily for updating RSS feeds.

The Bat!
Used hourly for managing email.

FTP Voyager
Used for FTPing up new web design layouts and images.

Dreamweaver
Used for Web Design.

MS Office
Used for correspondents and administrative tasks.

PaintShop Pro
Used for graphic editing and image enhancement.

RecordForAll
Used occasionally for recording audio files for podcasts.

RSS Submit
Used weekly to submit RSS feeds to RSS directories and search engines.

FeedDemon
Used to manage reading of RSS feeds on a regular basis.

GroupMail
Used for sending email newsletters.

PDF995
Used regularly for converting documents to PDFs.

TNT Screen Capture
Used occasionally for capturing screen shots

TopStyle
Used occasionally for making changes to Cascading Style Sheets -CSS

SureThing CD Labler
Used occasionally for designing CD inserts and labels.

FireFox
Used hourly for navigating the web, also use plug-ins for search marketing research.

05/05/2009
Large collection of royalty free sound effects that can be used by marketers, webmasters, broadcasters or podcasters.

04/29/2009
If you purchase a sound effect, be sure that you read the licensing agreement completely. Some agreements may restrict resale of the sound effects or music compilations, and you want to be aware of that.

Where to Find Royalty Free Sound Effects

04/27/2009
1. Protect your personal information. It's valuable.
2. Know who you are dealing with.
3. Use security software that updates automatically.
4. Keep your operating system and Web browser up-to-date and learn about their security features.
5. Keep your passwords safe, secure and strong.
6. Back up important files.
7. Learn what to do in an e–mergency.

7 Smart Security Practices For Small Businesses

04/27/2009
Just 23 percent of the globes population currently uses the Internet, according to the United Nations International Telecommunications Union, with use much higher in developed nations.

By contrast, just five percent of Africans surf the web, it said in a report issued last month.

04/24/2009
Podcasting content comes in a wide variety of shapes and sizes. Businesses are finding many different and creative ways of incorporating podcasts into their business strategies and marketing plans.

Here are just some of the various types of content that businesses are turning into podcasts...

Creative Podcasting for Businesses

04/23/2009
Google Privacy Concerns on personal data addressed in Software Marketing Blog. The post discusses personal profiles on Google.

04/21/2009
Interesting survey results about webmasters and who is behind the websites.

Survey Data

04/20/2009
Google CEO Eric Schmidt appeared at his alma mater, Princeton University, on Saturday to discuss the Internet and globalization, Google products that have recently made headlines, and how not to be evil.

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04/21/2009
The live website critique has for many years been a popular session at both the Software Industry Conference and the European Software Conference. Sharon Housley of NotePage, Inc. and Dave Collins of SharewarePromotions offer their many years of experience to dissect, criticise and sometimes rip apart a website's appearance and setup.

Subjects covered include the initial impression created by a website, structure, navigation, communication, SEO setup and more.

Sign Up to Participate in the Web Review Webinar on April 29 at 12:00 EST