Small world…

Image via CrunchBaseI'm talking social media with a barrista named John in the Starbucks in York, NE. Yes, there is one thank God -- it's one of the few redeeming features of this intersection called York where I have been sleeping while attending Husker Harvest Days. John noticed my Wisconsin license plate and asked where … Continue reading Small world…

How do I get more business using social media?

Image via Wikipedia It’s always easier to just buy an ad.  There are people that will take your money and use it to produce a commercial, tv spot or print ad.  People will see your ad and a few of them may even come into your store if your ad has a good call to … Continue reading How do I get more business using social media?

Confessions of a really new blogger

Image via Wikipedia So I launched my blog this past Monday and announced it to the Twitter world…got many retweets and congrats, and at least one blog mention (thanks again, Maggie!). Now the reality sets in. I actually have to write this thing…it ain’t gonna write itself. After all, I don’t want to be like … Continue reading Confessions of a really new blogger

Redoing your website?

...or doing it for the first time? In either case Seth Godin has an interesting perspective to share: "The most common question people ask me when they want a new website is, "If you were in charge of this, who are the 2 or 3 people you’d want to be sure to talk to – … Continue reading Redoing your website?

Just getting started?

Here are a few ideas to help you along... "Starting a new blog can feel like an overwhelming task. Not only does it involve either developing your own template (or finding a free one), creating interesting content that people will want to read, and making the blog SEO optimized, but once you’re finished developing that … Continue reading Just getting started?

Are You A Slave to Your Email?

Image by adria.richards via Flickr When did you last check your email? I'd bet it was within the last hour. Quite possibly within the last ten minutes. You might well have your inbox open right now, with message alerts jumping up at you. Almost everyone I talk to feels that email takes up too much … Continue reading Are You A Slave to Your Email?

The myth of beautiful website design

I love it when I find a quote to support my preconceived notions because if I say it, it's just opinion, but if an 'expert' says it, well, it must be true. In this case a designer talks about web design..."This one will probably get me into trouble. I’ve worked as a graphic designer for … Continue reading The myth of beautiful website design

3 Tips For Making Every Website A Lead Generating Machine

"As a lead generation tool, your website provides a virtual wonderland of sales and marketing opportunities. It's easily accessible, available 24/7, highly visible, and gives you the ability to present your company and services in your most positive light. Plus, your site gives prospects the ability to find you whenever they need to. All this … Continue reading 3 Tips For Making Every Website A Lead Generating Machine

How to Achieve Inbound Marketing Success in Less Than a Month

If you're new to inbound marketing, it may seem daunting to transform your marketing practices. Where do you start? How soon can you see results? I had a chance to chat with Kathryn Alexander of Ethical Impact, a recent HubSpot customer who used the free HubSpot trial to achieve success in fewer than 30 days. … Continue reading How to Achieve Inbound Marketing Success in Less Than a Month

Phone or Email Support? Why not PDC…

PDC is Personal Digital Coaching and it's totally different than the kind of experience that's being discussed here... "I’ve been reading with great interest this past week as some of the leading web application companies discuss their philosophies regarding the providing of phone support for their services." WebWorkerDaily » Archive Phone or Email Support - … Continue reading Phone or Email Support? Why not PDC…