Monthly Archives: July 2011
The Importance of Stupidly Simple Web Sites
When it comes to Web site design, there is one important rule to remember: Keep it simple, stupid. While simple may seem unsophisticated, uninteresting or frill-free, it is also an approach that drives a Web site’s accessibility, usability and effectiveness. … Continue reading
If Users Want to Pay, Let Them
While on vacation in Quebec this week, we stopped a campsite at a national park had featured wonderful showers.(Note: When you’re camping, any shower is wonderful!). So it was with some excitement I headed towards them with a vision of … Continue reading
The Dangers of Loving Google Too Much
With the launch of Google+, there’s yet another reason for people to embed themselves even deeper within the Google empire. The availability of free services that work well have been an irresistible and subtle attraction and, arguably, seduction for many … Continue reading
Can Older People Do Startups?
Dan Morel tossed out an interesting thesis that single people shouldn’t do startups, mostly because it’s difficult to have a relationship, fun or hobbies because you’re so engrossed in running the business. I don’t agree with Dan because when you’re … Continue reading
Should You Hire a Social Media Consultant?
A few months ago, Peter Shankman ruffled the social media world with a blog post that proclaimed: “I Will Never Hire a “Social Media Expert and Neither Should You”. Needless to say, it caused a stir and generated more than … Continue reading
Does Google+ Have Staying Power?
I have a confession: I haven’t used Google+ much since it launched a few weeks ago. As someone immersed in social media, I should be all over it but I’m not. Why? Perhaps the biggest reason is my social media … Continue reading
