I was going to use the term, Marketing and Media GURU, but I know how many people really dislike that label anymore. But if anyone qualifies, we'd probably agree that Guy Kawasaki does. This has actually been out for a little while (since March, 2012!!), but I finally just got around to listening to it this morning. Awesome stuff for all you entrepreneurs out there. This covers basic, but … [Read more...]
In the past couple posts I've been talking about Responsive Web Design. I thought it might be easier to show a short video of what responsive design is and how it can help your website do better in any size of browser window - from a nice 27" desktop monitor to a small mobile device or smart phone browser. Enjoy the movie! … [Read more...]
This short screen cast shows you how easy it is to add a video from YouTube to your WordPress blog post or page. This method would also apply to Vimeo or any other service that provides the embed code. … [Read more...]
I know this seems pretty simple, but this is probably one of the most frequently asked questions I get from new WordPress users. Hope this helps, let me know if you have any questions. … [Read more...]
This is basically a video followup on my last post. Still having trouble thinking of what to blog about for your business. Experiencing a little "writer's block?" You've got valuable content to share with your readers. Topics that will speak directly to them and their needs. The Power 10 List of Blog Topics If you've been doing what you've been doing for any amount of time, I'm sure you've … [Read more...]
Okay, 2011 is here. If you're not adding video to your website yet, you should be. Video is one of the best and most effective ways for you to get your message across to people. Another thing to think about is how to make your video stand out. How can you make it different than what everyone else is doing? Think about Mathew Lesko. He's the guy who you've seen on late night TV telling you about … [Read more...]
This is a followup video version of a recent post, Top Five Reasons Why Knowing WordPress Can Make You Better at Tennis. As a professional you've learned how to use software products like Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or Adobe products like Photoshop. I strongly suggest you add one more product to your Professional Toolkit: WordPress. WordPress is website creation software that is easy … [Read more...]
Search Engine Optimization, or SEO, is what determines how well you will do in a Google search related to the products or services you provide. For competitive searches, or for larger market searches you'll often have to use extensive SEO services that take place on AND off-site. I've had clients ask me if I could recommend a good SEO team. SEO is an in depth and complex field and it takes a … [Read more...]
This is just a quick video overview of the information I covered in my last written blog post: Why Marketing Through Social Media Works (or doesn’t) With the internet these days people can find out information about anything. That's a big reason marketing is transitioning from lying and overselling to connectivity and transparency. Use social media platforms like blogging, Facebook, … [Read more...]
The great thing about this economy these days is that it's, in some cases, giving creative people and entrepreneurs the time to put more energy into their own business ideas. That's fantastic! Do you have an idea for a new business? What are you passionate about? What's a new business idea that you think could really help people? What's the idea for your new business? Share in the comments! … [Read more...]
This is the second design I've done for Ryan Frank and his business, Aqua Have Spas. The first one … [Read More...]
I was reading a post from Hostgator (affiliate link) this morning that gave tips on picking the … [Read More...]
If you recall, last week I reported that there has been a recent onset of WordPress sites being … [Read More...]
I love street photography. I've already got two other photography blogs/sites, so I didn't really … [Read More...]
