Denny’s Restaurant was established in 1953 by Harold Butler in Lakewood, California. With over 2,000 Denny’s restaurants currently operating worldwide – the franchise has seen remarkable growth and development. At this point, you may be asking – why are we talking...
I’ve recently been working with a client on his blog’s marketing & promotion assets – and put together this simple little checklist for ways to get his blog rolling. These tips apply to all blogs. Beware. Humor has been injected. Make sure a...
Valentine’s Day. A torrential downpour of admirers showing their love for one another. Kisses are exchanged, flowers sent, and gobs of sweet-nothings whispered. As bloggers we can learn many great qualities, by emulating the respect companions share for each other. By...
Throughout the development of a blog, it’s oftentimes found that unique idiosyncrasies may occur. Some bloggers will not maintain a blogroll, others use caps and exclamation marks in writing, and some – don’t like the use of photos within text. Each, an example of a...
Much of the talk we hear regarding blogging is related to “connection.” We’re told to connect with our users – through interaction and discussion. Honestly though – do we really know how to connect with our readers? In my opinion, connecting with readers is...
As bloggers we sometimes hide ourselves in the cloak of cyberspace. Branding & communication solely through online methods has become so simple, that we sometimes forget to take part in marketing techniques developed away from the computer. There are...
Leonardo da Vinci, one of the greatest minds in history, always carried a notebook to capture his latest ideas. These notebooks contained philosophical thoughts, new inventions, drawings, scientific findings, and many other pearls of wisdom. In total, his notebooks...
As sites like Digg, StumbleUpon, Facebook, Twitter, Plurk & MySpace infiltrate the internet – thousands of hours are wasted daily. Thousands of teenagers flock to their computers to see who’s left them a new MySpace comment,...
When writing content for the internet, paying attention to spelling, grammar, and punctuation is paramount. Whether your piece is intended for small groups or large masses of knowledge-hungry visitors, it’s always pertinent to be sure your materials are...
Saliva oozes from mouths, which hang slightly agape. Hazed-over eyes stare lifelessly into whirring “light” boxes. Backs unnaturally slump like old witches from children’s fairy tales. This is a scary description of how most of us look while working at the computer....
Bringing current, truthful information to your audience is the make-or-break point in the web development industry — as readers want free, quick knowledge through the use of articles and blog posts. Finding data, facts, connections & ideas isn’t always an...
We all have periods in our lives when things don’t go according to plan. Rich Uncle Bob might plan a hasty trip, an injury may strike, or some much needed work might be required around the house. When these rainy days fall your way – will you be prepared? Why...
Kevin Makice, a current Ph.D. student at the Indiana University School of Informatics – has authored a book revolving around Twitter. Twitter API: Up and Running is a groundbreaking book sharing the expertise and skills necessary to develop web applications based...
I’m asked this question often. Why did I decide to start blogging? What makes me want to wake each morning – and write? Didn’t I get enough of that in High School English class? In all honesty – I blog because I love what I do. I love to share my knowledge...
Twitter is a giant. It’s filled with valuable information, may be used as a trend-tapping resource – and is the gateway to millions of individuals throughout the world. As a valuable tool – many bloggers consistently wonder how to tap into the wealth of users on...
My desk used to look apocalyptic. Papers would be strewn about like misplaced meteors, electronic devices blinked & flashed in every random cranny, and sticky notes were plastered on my monitor like unwelcome zits. Today, my desk is heavenly. My monitor...
I’m a huge fan of quotes. I feel that if they’re read & pondered daily – their ideals will soon become evident in our lives – and we’ll internalize them. Many quotes, I feel, are perfectly applicable to bloggers & their blogs. “Your blog is your unedited...
One thing I’ve come to realize is that it’s okay to take a break. It’s okay to step back from your computer, your blog, and everything online. It won’t collapse. Trust me. This weekend allowed me to write down and ponder a few questions regarding my blog. I’ve been...
These questions have been swirling through my mind at a blinding pace, causing me to ponder and contemplate the real answers behind productivity. Recently, I reached out to the blogging community on Twitter and Facebook for their insights, and the thoughts shared were...
Blogging is an opportunity in this day of technology for the world and its people to explore creativity, learn to write and share thoughts and feelings. It gives millions an outlet for creativity and creation Blogging offers a vast platform for millions to express...
Often, I find myself staring blankly at my computer screen or pad of paper, feeling lost, confused, and thoughtless. Writer's block is an all-too-common ailment for many writers. To help remedy this state, I’ve compiled a list of 93 ways to battle writer’s block. Each...