2013
10 SEO Posts that Shaped 2013
Here is my list of the 10 SEO-related blog posts that shaped the SEO industry during 2013. I chose these blog posts and articles not because the articles themselves did the shaping: but the topic they covered shaped the industry.
FTC Sends Letter to Search Engines Regarding Disclosure
The FTC has sent an updated letter to the search engines about disclosure of paid ads versus natural search results. I ve analyzed the letter, and here is what you need to know.
Summer is here: The Beach, Sunscreen, and Sunglasses
It s June. Summer is here. When I think of summer, I think of bathing suits, the beach, sunscreen, and sunglasses.
5 Common Driving Distractions that Could Cause an Accident
We all lead busy lives and when we get in the car, things don’t just automatically turn off. Our busy lives keep on rolling as we move down the road so it’s common for many people to continue to multitask behind the wheel. The problem with this is that when you’re driving, you are operating a large vehicle that has the capacity to seriously i
2012
Sedo.com and Sedo.co.uk Hacked, Hosting Malware on Site
It looks like Sedo.com and Sedo.co.uk, the search engine for domain names, has been hacked, and apparently is hosting malware on their web site. These messages started appearing to visitors of both Sedo.com and Sedo.co.uk within the past 24 hours, and I have verified that users are still getting these messages.
Seniors and Chocolate
As I sat and pondered what to blog about, I nibbled a piece of chocolate hoping for some divine inspiration (after all chocolate is heavenly, right)? It made me wonder if anyone has done a study on chocolate and seniors.
The Frager Factor: Seller Schilling, Meet Buyer Whiteley: Ta
“I hadn’t dealt with Frank before and didn’t know who I was dealing with. The prices were high – but they are good domain names and I should get good returns by using them. I think the fascinating thing at the moment is that there still isn’t really a fixed way of valuing a domain yet.”
2011
Most Popular Baby Names of 2011 Domain Names Available
BabyCenter has revealed the most popular baby names of 2011. I am not surprised by the names–and even had a relative with a new baby this year name her baby Chloe, which made the list this year. Here is the list of the most popular baby names of 2011:
Is a Microsoft Word Resume Still Acceptable?
Standing Dog is hiring. And we have been receiving a lot of resumes for various open positions that we have, some in social media, some in Search Engine Optimization, and even in the Creative (web design, etc.) areas. I know that standard resumes in Microsoft Word are acceptable. But to stand out, is it acceptable to submit a resume that is a littl
Google Acquires Illegal Google Plus .com IDN Domain Name
In an effort to protect their Google Plus social network, Google recently acquired .com. The problem is that .com, aka xn--dra.com is not allowed. It s an illegal domain name. IDN characters are not allowed or available in the .com TLD. Google, what were you thinking when you purchased this IDN .com domain name? I hope you did not pay too much f
Microsoft Moves Synsup Labs Domain Names
In April 2011 I first reported that Microsoft had acquired 47 domain names related to something (a brand or a company) named Synsup Labs. Those domain names had previously been pointed to the Bing.com search results. Now, the total number of domain names related to Synsup Labs that Microsoft owns is an even 50 domain names, and a name server has be
Duplicate Content: Google Not Following Own Best Practices
Google is not following their own webmaster guidelines on their own web site. We all have issues with our web sites at one time or another. When we optimize our web sites we try to make sure that we follow the industry’s best practices. But that doesn’t always happen, even if you are Google. I have uncovered a few instances where Google is not foll
Microsoft Acquires 47 SynsupLabs Domain Names
In an interesting acquisition today by Microsoft, the company acquired 47 domain names and has pointed them to the Bing.com search engine. I usually watch the list of Microsoft domain names and have not seen such a large acquisition of new domain names in a long time. Perhaps this is the indication of a new product, a new service, or upcoming proje
Google Anymote Coming Soon?
Is the next Google product going to be called Google Anymote? It appears that Google is working on a new product or service called Google Anymote, which I could see being related to or perhaps even the next generation of Google Android.
Why You Should Check In on Foursquare
There are several reasons why you should make it a habit of checking in on foursquare, the social networking web site, while you go about your daily activities. I personally enjoy connecting with others and finding out who is also at my location and who has checked in. I also enjoy the fact that since I have connected my foursquare account with man
2010
Exclusive Look: Where The Workers Who Made Your iPhone Sleep
Foxconn s factory in Shenzhen, China, is home to about half of its 420,000 workers. They make many of our gadgets and computers, then walk to dormitories on the 2.1-kilometer-square campus. I got to look inside.
Search Engine Optimization - How you can Identify Search Engine Ranking Problems with Your Website
I often speak to individuals who declare that they are struggling from poor search engine rankings. Regardless of what you do, you simply can t discover your web site in Google–and sometimes it’s not just the keywords the websites is targeting, the website can t be discovered for the company’s name. In any situation, the website is definitely suffe
Google Moving Google Map Image in Search Results
I have noticed a alter in how Google is displaying the search outcomes for certain cityname keyword searches. For those of you who often search for some thing that consists of a location (or a city name) along with a key phrase, you might be interested in how Google is altering the search outcomes. Google has recently moved the Google Map imag
Facebook Chat Client Launches Today
As a self confessed laptop or computer nerd, what particularly impresses me about this Facebook client is both its reliability when related to Facebook chat along with the ease with which you ll be able to customize the shopper. As an example, the Facebook chat client’s intuitive interface makes customizing shortcuts a breeze; I like that I can hot
What is Next for Rod Blagojevich?
After 14 days of deliberations the jurors were unable to reach a verdict on all but one count in Governor Blagojevich’s trial. So the question on everyone’s mind who is following this case is what is likely to happen next. Before I attempt to answer that questions I want to recap a little history.
Is there a Best Time to Make a Blog posting?
I've been asked more than and more than again by many different people. And almost certainly you've most likely been wondering. When may be the greatest time to post a blog post? Is there a certain time of day time and day time of the week when it is perfect to post your write-up or blog post on your weblog? Yes, there definitely is really a much better time than other people. And there even is really a much better day of the week. But, the real answer is this: it is dependent.
Staying at This Curacao Hotel on Vacation
I will be staying at this Curacao Hotel on vacation this summer. The Curacao Marriott Beach Resort amp; Emerald Casino captures the best of old-Amsterdam charm with sun-drenched warmth. This luxury Curacao hotel is located on Piscadera Bay, 10 minutes from downtown Willemstead and Hato International Airport. With 6 oceanfront acres, this Caribbean
What is the Cost of Online Reputation Management?
As someone who provides online reputation management services, I can tell you that the cost of online reputation management really depends on how much time is required to manage your online reputation.
Dr. Howard Bellin: Beyonce Music Makes Nose Jobs Better
I m a fan because I have to admit...many of my patients like the fact that we play Beyonce s music when we perform Rhinopasty operations (nose jobs). Apparently they just end up looking better when her music is playing in the background. We have actually tested this theory, and the Beyonce music definitely helps our patients nose jobs.
Search Engine Optimization: Why a Blog is Important
When talking to business owners about marketing their businesses on the internet, I often get asked about why I always recommend that their online marketing strategy, their search engine optimization efforts, include a blog.
