MIT shows that social media only works for good products
Social media can be a powerful way to promote a popular product, but if that product is no good it is an advertising strategy that is likely to backfire in a big way.
Month: April 2010
Remember, 1099-Misc is NOT a W2!
Make sure to double check the numbers on your income forms: the difference between a W2 and a 1099-Misc can make a big difference in how much you owe.
It is official – page speed matters for SEO
Having a fast website has always been essential to providing an enjoyable user experience, but now it is officially being recognized as a factor in Google’s search ranking algorithm.
The worst part of spam…
Other than general annoyance, what is it that truly makes spam more of an evil than an inconvenience? I’ll let you in on the most frustrating behaviors I’ve seen and the downsides of an otherwise effective SEO strategy.
Fixing Pligg after a Server Move
A recent move across servers at my Dreamhost account left a few Pligg sites non-functional. Of course, for this particular error, implementing the solution was a lot simpler than actually finding the answer.
Modern 2.0 WordPress Theme – Updated with dynamic sidebars and homepage
Ever found a great Wordpress theme, but it was too old and outdated to put to use without major edits? Well, if you’re a fan of Modern .9, you’ll definitely want to check out this 2.0 version of the Modern Wordpress Theme, ready for 2010 with dynamic sidebars and a home page that mixes static content with the excerpts from your latest posts.