Any post written with the aim of helping people correctly use grammar is wonderful, and I’m in no way complaining, but why do people seem to fall back on the usual “your vs. you’re” or “there vs. their vs. they’re” tips? I think that by focusing so intensely on grammar rules that are obvious and have arguably reached saturation point, we’re ignoring a lot of other rules that are trickier and more confusing.
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If you’re oblivious to apps like Viggle and GetGlue and how they’ve enhanced the TV-viewing experience, then 2013 may be the year you explore these options and more. Although “Social TV” has long been a buzzword for social media whizzes, these apps will transform the way we watch TV in the future.
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Welcome to the new Mainstreethost podcast! In each episode we talk about current events in the office, break down recent happenings in the industry, and give some SEO tips. We want your interaction as well, so make sure you tune in to find out how to win free services.
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Ask a business owner with an e-commerce website one of his or her greatest concerns, and three words will come up: shopping cart abandonment. The majority of people abandon their shopping carts, and the average shopping cart abandonment rate is approximately 67%.
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Incredibly, some businesses have failed to acknowledge Penguin. Some have been penalized. Others cease to exist in searches. Those black hat SEO tactics that somehow worked in the past will no longer pay off in the future. Read about how a renowned SEO expert thinks we should stop link building and start “link earning” instead.
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Monday, March 4, 2013, was National Grammar Day. As someone who writes about grammar, reads Patricia O’Conner’s blog in her spare time, and finds ways to insert into everyday conversations the book Eats, Shoots & Leaves, I’m ashamed to admit I didn’t know until Sunday night that the holiday existed.
Even though many people have already written in celebration of National Grammar Day—in a timely manner I should add—I felt obligated to celebrate too, albeit belatedly.
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Today a myriad of the top shows on TV embrace social media and use it to engage with their audiences. The ordinary act of watching television has become much more of an experience in today’s social-network-driven world. This multi-screen phenomenon has transformed the way brands and TV shows interact with viewers. No longer are fans merely waiting for the next season of their favorite hit show, but they’re eager to take part in it.
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Just when I think I’ve become used to swatting away those pesky, intrusive banner ads, I land on a site filled with ads so distracting they push my patience and tolerance to limits previously unknown. Banner ads leave something to be desired, for both advertisers and website visitors. But what are the alternatives?
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Part of what bringing your business into the 21st century means is using 21st -century utilities to help manage your company’s operations. Supply order errors and improper management of your procurement chain could mean the loss of sales and detrimental dips in revenue. It’s an easily avoidable setback if you find what supply chain management software can best fit you and your business. It’s the same with project management—increasing the efficiency of managing projects allows for better communication flow and organization.
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Keeping a keen eye on your finances and staying up to task on various responsibilities is easier said than done. While every dollar your spend can make a huge difference, there are several useful mobile applications you can use to better your business and flourish in today’s fast-paced, competitive, on-the-go environment. Apple has a page dedicated to iPhone apps specifically made for business.
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