Two Out of Three Ain't Bad
Earlier I wrote about how important it is to be honest in the way that you present yourself and your business on-line. The benefits are obvious, but…
Is Wolfram|Alpha a Better Way to Search?
This week marks the launch of Wolfram|Alpha, which claims to be an intelligent search engine. Actually Wolfram|Alpha does not use the term "search…
A Slam-Dunk Content Approach
While there are no sure things in appealing to your customers, working towards taking higher-percentage shots can help to make your efforts less about…
Commenting -- Just Because the Bathwater May Get Filthy Doesn't Mean the Process Isn't Worthwhile
See no evil, speak no evil, hear no evil. But maybe miss out on some good. There are those who gleefully say, "don't read the comments," when it comes…
Don’t Find Your Voice. Refine It. Your Brand Should Not Be a Costume
Last night was Hallowe’en. Kids and adults alike dressed up, affected new mannerisms and appearances, and enjoyed the evening. And, at the end of the…
The Power of Personalization and Marketing Automation
Creating and scaling effective marketing campaigns is no easy feat—consumer expectations have evolved, and today’s shoppers are looking for…
User Experience -- No Magic, No Snake Oil, Just Data and Effort-Driven Results
User Experience is such a broad topic that it can often feel confusing to people not immersed in it. And, unfortunately, the world of web optimization…
Passionate Neutrality -- Biz Writing at its Finest
It’s a fine line between telling a story and being a shill – and, for business writers and media-types alike, I define that line using the following…
An Honest Way to Prevent a 'Panda' Attack
I love this line from the Wikipedia entry on the Giant Panda, "Though the panda is often assumed to be docile, it has been known to attack humans…
Make Sure the Joke's Not on You -- and Your Brand
Humour has a great place in life. At its best, it can shine the spotlight on those institutions that we hold dear and force us to reconsider the hows…