Protect Your Photos Online

Question:  "Whats up Zhen, I hope all is well. I have also been compiling information for the business and I am ready to set up a facebook page for the biz but I am still a little hesitant about posting pictures because I am worried about the security of the photos. Should I be concerned about someone else using my photos as their own? Is there any way to protect against this?"

(Honest) Answer: Hey Tev, doing great, sounds like you are too - muy bien! Yes, we are heading out to Maui April 5th.  Regarding your photos, I don't know of anything specific, but I suggest you search Google for "protect photos online".  Here's what I came up with: http://www.google.com/search?sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&q=protect+photos+online

You can always expect someone might use them, but not much. Also, check out Flickr.com - they have some protections you can choose under settings (such as allow public use or not) and they weave in with FB seamlessly.  I think you can even sell photos on Flickr if you want. Make sure and tag your photos with location and subject words so they can be found.  Did you register your domain name yet? Do that soon, and you can tag your photos with your URL. Good luck!

Google vs. Content Farms

I thought this article from Jonothan Leger was very helpful advice for sculpting the content on web sites that does not get "google slapped" when they update their algorithm. Please read!
Google vs. Content Farms
Source: jonathanleger.com

Well if you haven't heard about it by now, you don't read the news online at all. When even CNN and ABC are writing articles about it, you know Google's latest algorithm update has had a major impact. But, just in case your home is under a nice shady rock, here's the gist: Google updated its algorithm on February 24th in an attempt to clean up their search results, removing the rankings of sites it considers "content farms" (though exactly what defines a "content farm", in true Google fashion, ...

 

Top Reasons To Use WordPress

Top Reasons To Use WordPress


by Reed Slidell

If you want people to discover you online, there is no better way to establish your presence than through the use of WordPress. Why WordPress? There are actually other options you can consider but few of these alternatives have features and qualities as good as WordPress.

#1- You don't have to pay anything to get it or tweak it.

Website owners who don't have a lot of money don't have to fret. WordPress is free to download and install. You can even use it on multiple blogs and websites or continually upgrade it without having to pay any fees. The best part of it all is that it is open source. Again, there is no charge if you want to tinker with the code and customize the tool for your specific needs.

#2- It's a no brainer to operate.

Using WordPress is as easy as using a can opener. There are no complicated installation and start up instructions. The different areas on the dashboard need no introduction and one look will tell you how and where to post and how to manage everything. Clearly though, if you have very specific needs and concerns you may have to dig into some technical tutorials. You may for instance, want to modify your URL structure, add pieces of code or incorporate SEO attributes.

#3- There are extensions galore for different purposes.

There are so many different plugins or extensions that you can download. These let you do a lot of things on your blog or site. Depending on your specific needs when you use WordPress you can for example, find extensions for setting up contact forms, generating polls, adding code, filtering spam and creating sitemaps among others. The best part is that plugins can be obtained for free and developers also give free support if there are any issues or problems.

#4- There is a large and thriving community of users.

Hundreds of blogs and websites thrive on WordPress. This translates to countless communities and resources dedicated solely to dissecting and providing information about the platform's usage. This is good news for you because you never have to reach a dead end if and when you stumble on a difficult area. There will always be people who can and will help you with any concern, question or issue.

#5- Flexibility is a core feature.

Blogs are what WordPress is mainly used for. It is by no means reserved for just blogging though. There are scores of static websites or sites that have both pages and blogs that run on this tool. You will therefore still be able to make good use of WordPress even if you just want ten or so pages of content up online. You can even use it for a simple one page sales spiel. There is almost no limit to how you can use the tool.

These top five reasons should be enough to convince you to use WordPress. The truth though is that, there are hundreds of other reasons why this tool is the best one out there for blogging and website creation. Start using it and discover many more of its great qualities.

How to Run A Pay Per Click Campaign Profitably

Pay Per Click Campaign


by Michel Grant

The typical approach to Google PPC pay per click program design usually involves brainstorming a HUGE list of possible keyword search terms to be used with various ad groupings (usually about 3-5 ads per group). The most important aspect of your Google PPC pay per click program design to concern yourself with is not...

Pay per click programs can be used to make money online, but you have to know what you are doing or you could end up getting nowhere. Paid per click programs work because of advertisers. There are a lot of programs out there that pay one tenth or one half of one cent for each ad that you click on. This is not very much money at all, and you may have to let the ad run for up to 60 seconds to get credit.

There are numerous programs out there that you can join for free, and some even offer no minimum on the payout as long as you have at least one cent in the account. Most of these programs pay through e-gold or some other alternative method.

Pay per click is probably the first form of affiliate marketing that came along with the Internet and although it is no longer the most popular type of advertising, it is still in use today. The premise behind the pay per click program is very simple, you place a banner or ad on your website and every time someone clicks on it you get paid; that is all there is to it. At one point in time there were hundreds of pay per click programs out there, now the numbers have dwindled, but here are some of the ones that are still available starting with the biggest one we all know.

You make have came here looking for the best pay per click affiliate programs you could find but I am sad to tell you that there is no such thing. The best is simply the one that makes you money. That's it. The problem is too many people get started and then end up losing money because they really have no idea what they are doing. They put together a generic ad then place in their links, set a daily budget and hope for the best. Sound familiar? That is not how you want to go about using pay per click ads.

In choosing an affiliate program, read the fine print carefully some pay-per-click programs get the ratio of the number of people who went to your site and the actual people who clicked on the ad. If you have a heavily targeted website, this can hurt your earnings.


About the Author:

This article has been written by the author,Michel Grant . If you need more advice regarding Pay Per Click Campaigns please visit his Pay Per Click Affiliate resources website.

Google Unveils New Page 1 Landscape

Google Unveils New Page 1 Landscape: Where Did your website go?

Google

A few days ago, Google began one of the most significant landscape changes.  Local Listings are now taking over the front page of results. You may not see changes right away, but they are right around the corner for every Google user.

 “Today we’re introducing Place Search, a new kind of local search result that organizes the world’s information around places. We’ve clustered search results around specific locations so you can more easily make comparisons and decide where to go. Say you’re looking for that great barbecue restaurant with live music. With Place Search here’s what you’ll get:” – Jackie Bavaro at The Official Google Blog

Here are just a few important tips to help you get ready:

  1. Claim your Google Local Place Account.
  2. Fill out all the fields in your Google Local Place Account with as much information as possible.
  3. Add your local address and phone number on every page of your website.
  4. Use a local telephone number instead of an 800 number.
  5. Gain reviews to your Google Place listing, but be wary of paying for them.

To read a full article from Best Rank regarding this change, please visit: Google Place Search - What is it & How Do I Survive?


Check Out BPO For Your Social Media Marketing

Check Out BPO For Your Social Media Marketing

by Phillip Guye

So, you still perform the nitty-gritty details of your own social media marketing business operation in-house? Always bugged down with paper works and checking of routine responsibilities and procedures? Still hoping you could use the amount of time used on these routinary duties on something more creative or profitable? In that case perhaps it is time you try BPO!

BPO? Just what the heck is that? BPO is the common name, or acronym, for Business Process Outsourcing. By outsourcing, it implies acquiring a third party business company to do your job. Actually, not really your job but several of your business operations, hence the name business process outsourcing. Seems ridiculous? Well, think again.

Some individuals might think that it is more expensive getting services from a third party source when you have a whole office to work over a particular task. But that is the thing - you do not need to keep paying the entire work group, paying them benefits and the like, because you can outsource the operation from staff abroad in which the cost of salaries are much, much cheaper compared to your country's minimum wage as approved by the legislation. Now, don't you think that's ingenious? You've to confess it is!

In running a business process outsourcing, the administration of a specific business operation like marketing, or accounting, is delegated to a provider or third party that are experts in that particular process. Lots of companies do this because these BPO companies are better equipped with specialists and technological innovation so that they could finish the process a lot quicker, and more effectively. In this manner of doing business, allows the business a lot more time and elbow room to focus on its primary business processes.

Types of business operations that are most frequently outsourced are call centers for customer services, IT help desk services, technical support solutions, telesales solutions, HR processing solutions, procurement services, financing and administration solutions, billing services, insurance policy processing solutions, knowledge and data assistance, home loan processing services, handwriting assistance, marketing equipment and online marketing assistance, proofreading & editing solutions, writing and translation services, website design and development, animation and multimedia system, business enterprise consulting and a lot more! Basically, every business operation could be outsourced. It only depends upon the corporation how much of the business process it is ready to delegate to some third party.

Trust and confidence are usually not something earned immediately. Nonetheless, there are a lot of proven and tested business process outsourcing companies out there that can help your business out. You just have to do your own private research and analysis as to which offers the ideal and which suits your business best. Of course, it still dependent on your company's demands and goals in the business field. And this will depend on how far you would like to take your company and how much you are prepared to risk for it.

What business process companies boast of would be the quality work which is carried out in lesser amount of time. Their professional officers comprehend just what to do to deliver you the very best service ever. This is what they do - providing the very best services or else, they would not have any business at all. They recognize the significance of time. In every single business enterprise, time and timing is of the utmost essence. Time is money. Therefore, wasted time is wasted money. With BPO, businesses can save more of their time and make use of those excess times to other more valuable jobs and business process.


About the Author:
Video Marketing is a concept that allows and encourages people to pass along marketing clips regarding products and services. This can be successfully done with the aid of Social Media Marketing, a solid method that provides links, attention as well as significant numbers of visitors by advertising your Internet site or corporation through social media channels.

He Inoa No Na Lani - Musical Tribute to Hawai`i's Royal Ali`i

 
Proudly presented by the Ka`ie`ie Foundation and Kumu Hula, Kehaulani Kekua
He Inoa No Na Lani

An inspiring theatrical Hula & Hawaiian Musical Tribute to Hawai`i’s Royal Ali`i

 

Get your tickets now for the Debut Performance this Friday, October 29!

 

He Inoa No Na Lani  is an inspiring theatrical Hula and Hawaiian Musical experience based on historic events, Native Hawaiian thought, and imagery that will highlight Hawai`i’s pre-contact and monarchy periods.  Written and directed by Kumu Hula, Kehaulani Kekua, the production will debut its premiere performance on Friday, October 29 in the Jasmine Ballroom of the Kaua`i Beach Resort.  An ensemble of selected musicians and dancers, along with kuku`i `olelo serving as storytellers will make up the cast of Halau Palaihiwa O Kaipuwai’s Performing Company.
 
 
The evening will begin with a special opening ceremony and an overture of chants dedicated to Kaua`i’s ancient ali`i such as, Mo`ikeha, Kaumuali`i and others.  The production will segue into performance chapters featuring remarkable repertoire of mele ali`i or royal compositions written by, or for King Kalakaua, Queen Lili`uokalani, Princess Likelike, Prince Leleiohoku.  Songs for other ali`i including Queen Ka`ahumanu and Princess Ka`iulani will also be presented, along with mele aloha `aina and mele ali`i by other notable Hawaiian music composers.  The collection of songs selected for He Inoa No Na Lani will unveil the compelling history and life experiences of Hawai`i’s beloved ali`i that reigned over the Hawaiian Island Nation through the overthrow of Queen Lili`uokalani in 1893.

TOTALLY DIFFERENT FROM HALAU PALAIHIWA O KAIPUWAI’S PAST PERFORMANCE EVENTS!!!   Over the past years, Kumu Hula Kehaulani Kekua has purposely brought Hula Kahiko to the forefront to revitalize authentic, sacred hula practice, presentation and performance. However, Kumu Kehaulani’s style and artistry of hula `auana is also second to none! Specially choreographed hula that flows with grace and regal beauty will take to the stage in grand fashion complete with formal Hawaiian garments and costuming of the monarchy era.

The classical Hawaiian musical idiom created by the royal siblings (Kalakaua, Lili`uokalani, Likelike and Leleiohoku) was highly developed and exquisitely woven with closely observed nature imagery, hidden meanings known as kaona and other Hawaiian compositional features.

 

He Inoa No Na Lani is an exhilarating Hawaiian production that is not to be missed!  Truly a debut in many ways, this premiere performance event will present the skill, beauty and elegance of Hula, the accuracy of Hawai`i’s history and the brilliance of Hawaiian chiefs and chiefesses who were expert haku mele and leaders who had great love for their Hawaiian Nation and its people.

This specially created signature event officially closes the 2-month spree of “Let Us Show You Aloha Kaua`i Style!” celebrations.  Brought to Kaua`i residents and visitors with the support of the Hawai`i Tourism Authority’s Festivals of Hawai`i program, He Inoa No Na Lani is presented by the Ka`ie`ie Foundation in collaboration with the Garden Island Arts Council and the Kaua`i Beach Resort.

6p      Come early for Pre-Concert festivities throughout the hotel with no-host cocktails and live entertainment.  Fresh flower leis, Halau Palaihiwa O Kaipuwai and event products and merchandise, as well as various food and beverage options will be available.  Enjoy a delicious Oceanfest Buffet in the Naupaka Terrace Restaurant.  (Reservations are required and are NOT included in the ticket price.)  Preferred seating will be available for dinner guests.

7p      Opening Ceremony and Premiere of He Inoa No Na Lani featuring the Performing Company of Halau Palaihiwa O Kaipuwai under the direction of Kumu Hula, Kehaulani Kekua.

DON’T WAIT!  GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!

This is Halau Palaihiwa O Kaipuwai’s final production performance experience of the year!  The last 3 Halau events sold out well in advance of the event date…don’t wait to get your tickets!  Specially priced premiere tickets are $22 (12 & under) and $25 (13 & up) or $30 and $35 at the door.  Tickets are also available at islandwide outlets at: Kaua`i Beach Resort, Island Soap & Candleworks in Kolo and Kilauea, Kaua`i Music & Sound in Waipouli and Magic Dragon in Princeville.  Tickets may also be purchased on-line at www.kaieie.org for pick up at Will Call at the event.  No photography or videotaping will be permitted.  All persons attending, including infants and children must have a ticket.  For assistance, please call 808.346.7574.

Ha`ina `ia ka puana i lohe ia,

…no na pono `ana kama lehulehua!

Tell the refrain so that all may hear of Hawai`i’s compelling history and the life experiences of our beloved ali`i!  -Bridging Hawai`i’s past into the present with meaningful purpose to understand, inspire and aloha…that which is `oia`i`o or genuinely the truth. 

 


 
Aloha! 

The True Meaning of "Niche" - Probably Not What You Think

Hello Dear Readers,

I'm passing this article along to you because I find the topic not only valuable, but often misunderstand.  It is so KEY to know your niche when marketing online - if you do not, much of your efforts can be made in vain and disappear in the windstorm of the information highway.  Nay, the specific your address, the easier for your target market to find you.

It's a quick 5 minute read - Enjoy!

Best,

Zhenya

Niche Meaning Is Not What You Think

by Cindy Schulson

Niche meaning doesn't mean the same thing for for everyone. Its really important to understand what a niche is so you can create a targeted internet marketing strategy that works.

Let's start with a simple niche definition. A niche combines two elements - your WHO and your WHAT. Your WHO is your target market and your WHAT is the solution you provide.

As you know, people are going online to look for solutions. They may want help reaching a goal or overcoming a specific challenge.

Your role as a solo entrepreneur is to figure out the solution that you provide, and the ideal target market for you. That is your niche meaning. It's what you need to focus on and promote.

So how do you go about finding your niche? It starts with understanding YOU - your passions, purpose, interests, experiences, skills and expertise. These are at the heart of your solution. Once you know that, you can find that target market that can most benefit from what you have to offer. You want a target market that you're passionate about working with, has a strong desire for what you offer, and is willing to pay for your solution.

You have to evaluate and research your niche. You want to look at criteria like the size of the niche, the competition, and the accessibility. That last one is really important - you want to ensure you can access your niche through clearly defined communication channels. In other words, you have to know where they hang out online (and offline).

Keyword research is an important tool to help you assess your niche. It helps you get inside the head of your target market to understand what they are searching for online. And it gives you insight as to how competitive your niche is.

But keywords are not the main factor you should use to choose a niche. Let me clarify that. If you're an affiliate marketer selling a specific product, then keywords are likely at the heart of your niche. But if you're a solo professional marketing yourself online, then you know it's not about selling a product. It's all about selling yourself.

And there are lots of ways to drive traffic beyond SEO. That's especially true if you understand your target market. Make sure you participate in discussion groups and forums aimed at your niche. Follow the blogs of leaders in your niche. Join Facebook, LinkedIn and other social media sites where your target market hangs out. For each of these, participate fully by adding value and sharing information.

When you have a deep understanding of your niche meaning, you can create a targeted internet marketing program that works for you.


About the Author:
Cindy Schulson is the owner of Attract Your Niche. She has developed a step-by-step system to help solo entrepreneurs understand how to find and attract their ideal niche. Get her free report, "Ten Steps to Finding and Attracting Your Ideal Niche".

What THE SEO-friendly CMS of the YEAR Means for Your Website

Dear Readers,


If you haven't already heard, SEOToaster is just the Most Advanced SEO CMS Out of the Box- and best of all it's open source and free!

Right now, you can download SEOToaster package directly and set your site up quickly and easily. This unique bundle combines a powerful and intuitive content management system, fully integrated shopping cart software, a complex sale/b2b e-commerce quoting engine, as well as automated organic search engine marketing execution that requires less than 60 seconds of configuration, at a price that cannot be beaten: free!

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Isabelle Euvrard, an e-commerce pioneer who has launched her latest website http://www.cuisine-viking.com with SEOTOASTER, talks about her experience with the SEOTOASTER e-commerce system:

"If Apple was to make an e-commerce solution, chances are it would look like SEOTOASTER. Adding and organizing new products in your online store is no-brainer thanks to its visual product gallery, automated search engine optimized product landing page creation, and straightforward user options."

SEOTOASTER integrates the Paypal payment system for credit card processing and can also configure any number of desired additional payment gateways. SEOTOASTER also offers an out-of-the-box integrated quote management engine that is ideal for e-commerce merchants who require offline interaction to close sales. B2C or B2B merchants like car dealers, equipment vendors, or those who sell luxury items or high-end appliances will appreciate its elegant and powerful quoting engine. The quoting engine requires a single click configuration and, coupled with the shopping cart, handles the intake of quote requests, status displays, and flexible processing. From creation and emailing of PDF quotes to the prospective clients with an integrated online payment button, to addition of products, or even quote creation from scratch over the phone by internal staffers for instance. Because it is built around the concepts of easy to use, build, SEO and scale, SEOTOASTER boasts the most impressive, yet easy-to-use, list of built-in SEO software features found in the market today....

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This system receives Divine Web Marketing's stamp of approval - I highly recommend that all web site owners go and check it out now!  Also, if you are not technically inclined, please consider hiring Divine Web Marketing to deploy this new system for you.  If you are interested, please inquire for rates.

Best!