I outsourced an infographic for a small-budget personal project. Here’s how I got what I paid for…or, really – paid for what I got!
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Sometimes, blogging with WordPress.com is the right choice
A while back, Elizabeth Urello of Automattic (the people behind WordPress), wrote a post about whether a person should use WordPress.com or WordPress.org. That’s a common question among people with only basic familiarity with either flavor of WordPress. The article offers the best analogy (the freedoms and responsibilities of owning versus renting property) I’ve seen […]
A small leak
How much does an average customer bring to your business over the course of a year? What about a good customer? You know – the ones for whom your products or services make the most difference, and they know it? Now think about how long your relationship with that customer is likely to last, and the amount of […]
Such a deal!
When SEO, AdWords and print ads are a waste of money
Not long ago I was on a road trip that took me through South Carolina. Soon after crossing the GA/SC state line, billboards promoting a roadside attraction near the SC/NC line began appearing every few miles. They were big, boldly colored and there were a bazillion of them (or so it seemed). Though the signs were campy, they […]
5 ways to get a professional website on a small budget
The only thing worse for a website than a small budget is making choices that scream LOW BUDGET. Here’s my top tips for looking good for less $$$.
