Richard M.

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How Web-Savvy Are Online Seniors?

Richard M. posted an article on - Nov 16, 2009, 11:21 am
"... seniors were more likely than any other age group to conduct e-commerce activities." This report documents the potential for businesses trying to reach persons over 64 as part of their pool of p...
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Bloggers and (Personal) Brand-Building

Richard M. posted an article on - Nov 11, 2009, 9:57 am
 "Nearly six in 10 of all the bloggers surveyed said they were better known in their industry because of their blog..." Blogging is showing a very high success rate in improving the visibility o...
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Does Social Media Work for Small Biz?

Richard M. posted an article on - Oct 30, 2009, 10:34 am
"More than three-quarters of US small-business executives surveyed did not find social networks helpful for generating leads or expanding their business." This chart from a recent study shows that so...
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Companies that Spend on Search Are Frustrated

Richard M. posted an article on - Oct 20, 2009, 10:37 am
"To improve results, the study recommended the use of dynamic landing pages, so that “users who click through find content, images, messages and offers that are customized and highly relevant to the...
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Synergy of Search and Social Media

Richard M. posted an article on - Oct 17, 2009, 10:28 am
"Research has shown that display ad exposure can lift consumer response to paid search." This research refers to paid search activity, but it seems fair to assume that organic search activity would b...
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How to Build Links Fast: 101 Tips & Strategies

Richard M. posted an article on - Oct 3, 2009, 8:51 am
"Link Building... Time-intensive. Frustrating. Sometimes confusing. Yet Unavoidable. Because ultimately, it's still the trump card for higher rankings." The authors of this article have provided ...
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Google Strikes WebPosition!

Richard M. posted an article on - Sep 30, 2009, 9:51 am
I have long used, and often described in class, a rank checking program called Web Position Gold. The software does many things beyond checking ranking positions, but I have never used other features,...
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Improve Your Google Rankings!

Richard M. posted an article on - Sep 29, 2009, 6:17 pm
Google is adding a new feature to its searches that provide more opportunity for informed search engine marketers ("SEM") to improve their listings. The new feature is additional links that are includ...
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Social Media Measurement Lags Adoption

Richard M. posted an article on - Sep 23, 2009, 12:33 am
"The vast majority of professionals worldwide are using social technologies for business purposes..."  The chart shown here breaks down the uses that professionals are making of social media. Th...
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The right click distance can improve your search engine rankings

Richard M. posted an article on - Sep 23, 2009, 12:08 am
"Some search engines (including Google) seem to take click distance into account when calculating the ranking of web pages. The lower the click distance, the more value is given to a web page." Sound...
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Demographics of Facebook Growth

Richard M. posted an article on - Sep 21, 2009, 8:52 am
"Facebook may have started as a site geared toward the college crowd, but as the most popular social network in the US, it has broadened its user base considerably." Things are always changing on the...
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Opportunity Abounds!

Richard M. posted an article on - Sep 18, 2009, 12:34 am
I am continually impressed by how the Internet allows small businesses to compete effectively with much larger companies. That characteristic is one of the things that draws me to this field. I ran a...
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Moving a Hot Water Heater Alone!

Richard M. posted an article on - Sep 8, 2009, 6:42 am
Can a single woman move a 165 lb water heater all by herself? We set out to test this for ourselves and documented the technique. The people at the store loaded it into the car, so there is no probl...
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Pulling Weeds: Efficient Weeding with BigSlider™ utility mover

Richard M. posted an article on - Sep 7, 2009, 2:59 pm
There are two ways to use BigSlider when you're weeding. First, if you are fortunate enough to own two, you can put one in the bag and pull your 'instant trash can' on the other one. Also,...
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Invoice from Computer Productivity Consulting

Richard M. posted an article on - Sep 7, 2009, 10:15 am
Dear Jeri: I forwarded the confirmation for your records. Your invoice is attached. Please remit payment at your earliest convenience. Thank you for your business - we appreciate it very much. Sincer...
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Pulling Chris Grundy at the National Hardware Show

Richard M. posted an article on - Sep 4, 2009, 1:43 pm
"I first saw your product on Cool Tools reviewing the 2008 Hardware Dealers Show, was impressed with ease the small woman moved Chris Grundy around the floor !!" -- PP, CA BigSlider made pulling Chri...
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SEO Isn't Only About Google??

Richard M. posted an article on - Sep 2, 2009, 8:14 am
"It will be at least nine months -- and probably closer to a year -- before Microsoft takes over Yahoo's search infrastructure, theoretically consolidating 28% of the U.S. search market and mounti...
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Reciprocal and Directory Links, Still Good Practice?

Richard M. posted an article on - Sep 1, 2009, 5:34 pm
Yes, these are both still good ideas! Reciprocal links refers to the practice of exchanging links with other sites on the web, like, "you link to me and I 'll link to you." This practice has been...
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Making Money by Giving Things Away?

Richard M. posted an article on - Aug 31, 2009, 2:00 pm
Sounds crazy, but the Internet has introduced some new ideas, and you need to understand the concept even if it is not for you. The post at the other end of the title link outlines the principles of ...
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Social Network Marketing Expands Sphere

Richard M. posted an article on - Aug 31, 2009, 9:02 am
"Social networks can be used for branding, improving customer loyalty, lead generation, direct marketing and e-commerce." Previous postings have indicated that social media are being used effectively...
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Moving a Gun Safe

Richard M. posted an article on - Aug 27, 2009, 12:35 pm
I just received an order from a customer trying to move a gun safe. He looked all over the internet and couldn't find any professional sliding mats except ours. His gun safe is about 20 in x 30 in...
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Brand Marketers Embrace Social Media

Richard M. posted an article on - Aug 26, 2009, 11:38 am
"The survey of US brand marketers found the majority already using social media." Interestingly, the top reason for not using social media seems to be a lack of understanding of how best to do it. Th...
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Move Heavy Things by Yourself Tool for Gardners

Richard M. posted an article on - Aug 23, 2009, 2:27 pm
Here's why one customer bought BigSlider™ utility mover this week! "I was searching the internet for a dolly to move large potted plants across grass, concrete, etc. by myself and your website ...
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Calling In Pros to Refine Your Google Image

Richard M. posted an article on - Aug 17, 2009, 11:22 am
"Google's ubiquity as a research tool has given rise to a new industry: online identity management. The proliferation of blogs and Web sites can allow angry clients, jealous lovers or ruthless com...
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Companies in new age of networking

Richard M. posted an article on - Aug 1, 2009, 9:32 am
"Social media can be very helpful for a company to get ideas and receive instant feedback, and it's a way to get the word out about products and events. It's a publicity technique but more imp...
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How to Launch an Article Series

Richard M. posted an article on - Jul 26, 2009, 10:34 am

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Social Media for the Executive

Richard M. posted an article on - Jul 20, 2009, 6:01 pm

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Why People Go Online - eMarketer

Richard M. posted an article on - Jul 17, 2009, 11:26 am

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Moving a heavy old TV out...

Richard M. posted an article on - Jul 14, 2009, 10:01 am

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Ten Ways to Use LinkedIn

Richard M. posted an article on - Jul 2, 2009, 11:37 am

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The Future of the Internet?

Richard M. posted an article on - Jul 2, 2009, 11:18 am

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Moving the Big Screen TV!

Richard M. posted an article on - Jul 1, 2009, 7:23 am

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One Social Network I Couldn't Work Without

Richard M. posted an article on - Jun 22, 2008, 10:29 pm

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Paying for Creativity in a Digital World

Richard M. posted an article on - Jun 14, 2008, 8:12 am

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