Yearly Archives: 2011

Bing / Google / SEO / Yahoo

SEO 101: Newcomers & Beginners [TIPS]

SEO 101: Education

Search Engine Optimization refers to a process of improving the organic visibility of your domain in major search engines such as Google, Yahoo, or Bing to name a few. A process that has been refined and perfected since the days of AltaVista being one of the top search engines in its days. The unique combination of elements that play significant roles in indexing content from your website within the SERPs (Search Engine Result Pages) are a part of a unique algorithmic formula that has been long tried to be manipulated. There are many SEO experts and internet marketing specialists that will claim they’ve mastered this formula and will assure you top rankings in major search engines which will yield targeted organic traffic to your domain.

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06/09/2011
Business / Marketing / Web Development

Web Development: Building a Business Website Properly [TIPS]

Your Business Website

The virtual representation of your business says a lot about who you are and how you perform.  More importantly it’s an image of your brand on the internet which is publicly viewable to thousands if not millions of viewers around the globe.  I think it’s safe to say that appearances matter in this case and if the building process is executed poorly it can backfire on you in the longterm.  Now that I’ve laid that out on the table you need to play the right cards and ensure your new website will communicate with your target audience.  It takes some thought and creativity that some of us lack of in particular when it comes to web development.

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06/07/2011
Business / SEO

Tracking Your SEO Success & Backlinks [TOOLS]

Advanced Web Ranking Manager

Starting an SEO campaign and actively running it requires several elements to play an active role and be executed properly. Although one of the most important things that you need to consider within your campaign are the types of tools you will use to track and measure your Return-On-Investment (ROI). Advanced Web Ranking is a great addition to any SEO toolbox providing enhanced tracking capabilities.

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06/02/2011
Personal

Out With the Old, In With the New

The end of something old brings the beginning of something new. Old adventures lead to new opportunities. It’s 11:00 p.m. on a Thursday evening and my brain has been attempting to process something rather difficult for the last two months. Keeping those that we love and care for close can be a challenging task to do but an even harder one to accomplish when having to let go. During the last eight years of my Life I was a part of something spectacular, comforting, and a big part of my early 20’s.

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05/26/2011
Business / Web Development / Website Hosting

4 Steps for Troubleshooting Your Website Downtime

Website Downtime

Troubleshooting your website’s downtime can be a hectic process and one that can overwhelm most people.  Recently I ran into a few people that I had not seen in many years and was able to catch up with them on things.  After a short conversation about personal Life, business, and current endeavors we turned toward the current field of work that I’m into.  An old high school friend of mine referred to me as a “technical” type of individual which actually proved a valid point.  Website downtime happens every once in a while and can cause headache, frustration, and losses for your business.

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05/04/2011
Business / LinkedIN / Social Media

Reviewing Your LinkedIN Connections

LinkedIN Connections

Online networking has become crucial to any size business.  Nowadays thru the means of networking you can create your professional network and acquire some targeted leads.  LinkedIN is a network of over 90+ million professionals which are a part of this community for one reason – networking!  With the exception of some niche industries you’re bound to find many working professionals that you can connect with and create your professional network around.

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05/03/2011
Business

Generating Leads from Your Website

Lead Generation

There are plenty of websites on the web today that still do not utilize their true potential.  Something that most companies are currently struggling with as well.  It’s important to consider and evaluate how to generate leads from your website.  After all why have one if it’s not properly optimized or does not engage with your audience.  Generating leads from your website can be a difficult process to accomplish although one that should be at the top of your list.

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04/28/2011
Business / Facebook / Joomla / Marketing / Social Media / Tutorials / Web Development

How to Add Facebook Stream to Your Joomla Website

FBML Code

Social Media is all over the place at this point.  Individuals and businesses from all over the web are realizing the potential of social conversation.  When it comes to bringing your Joomla website to Life and sharing your content you should probably consider adding a Facebook stream to your page.  There are many plugins and modules out there that can help you add a Facebook stream to your Joomla website although following these simple steps will help you add your FB page stream with an easy and give you some control over it as well.

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04/26/2011
Business / Marketing

How To ‘Get Found’ in St. Louis – Get Noticed

Get Found STL

It’s perhaps one of the few big questions that both recent college graduates and seasoned professionals ask themselves. How will I ‘Get Found’?  How will I get noticed – and stand out?  How do I apply the knowledge I’ve gained in school or throughout my career to make an impression?  These questions, for many in the Saint Louis area, remain unanswered.  If you’re struggling to find a new job or want to apply yourself more actively within the business community, then this article may help you out.

What Is Get Found STL?

Get Found STL (www.getfoundstl.com) is an online community hub for Saint Louis based professionals both seasoned and new to their industry.  A first class online community that gives St. Louisans the ability to connect with other like-minded individuals, grow their business, promote their company – essentially, a great place to build your own network.  Additionally you can share ideas and interact with others seeking to find a new career, offer business insights, highlight new trends, or simply engage in a conversation.  The overall goal of www.getfoundstl.com is to help boost local economic development, pushing local jobs, business and offer ways for others to “Get Found”.

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03/28/2011
Joomla / SEO / Tutorials / Web Development

Joomla 1.5 & 1.6 Framework for Web Development

YJSG Joomla Framework

As an experienced Joomla web developer you may already know that the content management system in itself contains an extremely powerful platform geared towards the versed developer.  Out of the box Joomla 1.5 & Joomla 1.6 are fitted with powerful core options that can meet just about every website developed need and desire.  Although should you choose to get more creative and explore the full potential of the Joomla Content Management System then you’ll find that a framework may be a better choice for you.

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03/25/2011

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