Every web designer has come across the client that wants their brand new site listed on the number one spot on Google “like tomorrow.” Usually these tend to be the people that want to get away with paying $300 for a fully featured site with Flash, message boards, contact forms, videos, a content management system, and the works. Aren’t these people annoying? (continue reading…)
Tag: promotion
Why Twitter is Stupid (And Why I’ll Still Use It)
Twitter is stupid. There I said it. Twitter is f***ing stupid. Twitter is filled with worthless chatter, a bunch of symbols and stupid looking bit.ly links. As one anonymous poster said, “Twitter is for Twits.” Twitter is for brain dead retards, narcissistic teens, and people with nothing better to do… but I still have an active Twitter account. What gives?
5 Tips For Promoting Your Site with Twitter
by Mike McKeown
Twitter can be a great resource to drive new, targeted visitors to your website… when used properly. The problem is, not everyone uses Twitter to it’s fullest potential, and they end up loosing out. Below I have a few tips to help you get the most out of your Twitter account.
Earn Extra Money as a Freelance Web Designer
by Mike McKeown
Freelance web design can offer freedoms a regular 9-5 job can’t. You can set your own hours, you are your own boss, and you can take the projects you want to take. The downside is there is no guarantee of income. If times are a little slow for your freelance business there are a few things you can do to bring in a little extra income.
Why Your Website Needs a Blog
by Mike McKeown
Blogs are all the rage these days. It seems like everyone has one. Businesses, churches, schools and everyday regular people have blogs. Sure a lot of people have blogs just because they like blogging, But why do so many businesses have them on their websites? Because they make money!
But how exactly do they help? Here’s a good list for starters:
Why Have a Favicon?
In recent years favicons have become much more prevalent on websites both big and small, but still not every webmaster has put one on their website. Below we explain why having a favicon is a good idea.