July, 2009
Archive for July, 2009
Check It Out – Twitter Has a New Look
Most of you already know that I’m not much of a Twitter fan, but I still use them because it’s the hottest thing in social media. Today, Twitter launched their new homepage design, and I must admit I like the new look. It has a nice and simple design with a prominent search bar at the top.
Besides design, what I look [...]
Microsoft and Yahoo Agree to a Search Partnership Deal
Interesting news. Microsoft and Yahoo has agreed to combine forces in the search market to better compete against the giant of search, Google. They’ve launched a website dedicated to the 10 year deal called ChoiceValueInnovation.com. The gist of the deal is that Microsoft will power Yahoo’s search for both organic and sponsored listings, and in [...]
The Difficulties of Outsourcing Jobs
I’ve been outsourcing jobs, on and off, for the past 7 years. Projects ranging from logos and banners to entire websites and articles were on my list for outsourcing. In the beginning, I relied on services like Elance.com and Guru.com. Then, for a little while, I looked to forums like DigitalPoint and Sitepoint to outsource my work.
In those 7 years of [...]
BOTW Directory Coupon Code for July 2009
Get 50% off all new submissions at the BOTW Directory. This offer expires July 31st, 2009.
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posted in Coupons & Deals July 15th, 2009
BusyBits Directory Coupon Code
Get 50% off new submissions to the BusyBits directory by using this coupon code: since2005
As far as I know, there is no expiration date on this offer.
posted in Coupons & Deals July 9th, 2009
Google Turns Up the Heat with the Announcement of Google Chrome OS
Yesterday, Google announced that they would be launching a new open source operating system called Google Chrome OS. This is big news as they turn up the heat to compete against the currently monopolizing OS which is Microsoft Windows.
According to Google, “Speed, simplicity and security are the key aspects of Google Chrome OS.” Isn’t that what we’re [...]
posted in Google, Microsoft July 8th, 2009
Who has the Best PPC Program – Google, Yahoo, MSN, MySpace, Facebook or Adsonar
Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to manage PPC campaigns in Google, Yahoo, MSN (Bing), MySpace, Facebook, Adsonar and even Business.com. Here is how I rate them (1-7):
#1 Google Adwords - Google has not only proven to be a very effective tool for marketing, but also consistent. Needless to say, Google brings me the most [...]
FTC to Monitor Blogs for False Claims and Compensations
Have you heard of this? The FTC plans to monitor blogs for false claims and a lack of disclosure for compensation.
As you know, there are tons of blog owners out there that recommend products or services in return for some sort of compensation, whether it be cash or free products. I would be curious to know how the [...]
R.I.P Michael Jackson, Farrah Fawcet, Billy Mays & Ed McMahon
Lately, there’s been more celebrity deaths than usual. Although its sad when anyone passes away, I was shocked when I heard about the deaths of Michael Jackson and Billy Mays - mainly because they were still fairly young and I assumed they didn’t have any health issues.
R.I.P Michael Jackson. I was affected by this one the most because I [...]
posted in Life, Social July 1st, 2009