Doorway pages that redirect us without explanation, synthetic pages auto-generated by software, pages like toilet paper containing nothing but links, pages without exits except an ad to click, pages with ads disguised as menus, pages containing long lists of every conceivable search query but no information.
Business does not drive the web, people do. Most businesses miss this, and in part, what I believe, contributed to the Dot.com implosion. Companies saw the web only as a new marketing opportunity to sell more widgets.
Authority is an “accepted source of expert information and advice”. On the web, a link to a page is a vote, and its existence is because the site linked to is found to be useful and informative – in a perfect world. So, if more sites link to it, it becomes authoritative.
I feel bad for Graywolf being hacked. He was on the hitlist of a proclaimed white hat seo. After this happened to me I understand the “icky feeling” of being violated. You gave me the notice I needed to update my stuff, thanks for that, at least.
Every SEO regurgitates the phrase “Content is King” but I think the claim needs revaluation. Search engine gurus have spouted the phrase for quite a while, but have you noticed just how many sites are ranking with very little, or scraped content?
Apple always amazes us, they have stated that they aren’t computer or software manufactures, but innovators. Apple announced the long rumored iPhone today – and it blows away the dreams of mac fans. The iPhone is revolutionary.
I didn’t write this, it came to me in an email floatin’ around and am compelled to share it – credit to the unknown author. Weather Bulletin – Denver
People seem to go to greater lengths to keep from losing something they have than they would to acquire something they don’t. The old adage “Fear of loss is greater than the desire for gain” is very true when writing web copy designed to sell.
I wrote a silly article in November about using template pics for a website, and how they can hurt you when it comes to trust on the internet. Well, I found her again, not my favorite customer service babe, but she’s getting very popular. This one is from a real estate service – this chick [...]
I’ve been told I’m a little sarcastic in my articles – that’s not sarcasm, but confidence. Ok, sarcasm too. So, to keep things light I’m ordering some new office posters. We’ve all seen those things – the rowboats visually presenting a “teamwork” metaphor and other silly things to “motivate” the 8-5 corporate soldiers.
