More and more people are hanging out their shingles as SEO (search engine optimization), SEM (search engine marketing) and PA (persuasive architecture) experts. Some people pick up a book at their favorite store, read it and declare themselves experts.
They all sound great. Many firms promise a high placement in the search engine results for your [...]
3 Common Sense Tips to Choosing an SEO Expert
Tags: Information Technology, Internet, IT, SEO, small businessCategories: Business, Information Technology, Internet Technology, Website Development, small business
February 26th, 2010
Fakeware – Be Aware!
Tags: Information Technology, IT, Security, small businessCategories: Business, Information Technology, Security, computers, small business
February 19th, 2010
Fakeware (fake security software) is a popular security attack. The virus, trojan or spyware masquerades as software that is useful, trying to help you protect your computer. Its headline looks official. You will see a pop-up saying something like this: “Your computer is infected. Would you like to remove these infections?” It might even show [...]
Who Do I Recommend for Data Backup?
Tags: Backup, Disaster Planning, small businessCategories: Business, Information Technology, computers, disaster recovery, small business
February 13th, 2010
Good question. The honest answer is that I don’t recommend any particular vendor. I’m not an affiliate for any service provider. I do this in order to maintain my objectivity…to do what is best for the client, not my wallet.
The solution that is appropriate for a solopreneur might not be appropriate for a law office. [...]
Church – What Happens When Your Volunteer Computer Support Leaves?
Tags: 501C-3, Church, computers, Information Technology, IT, Non-profitCategories: Church, Information Technology, Non-profit, computers
February 1st, 2010
Hmmm. Interesting question. We don’t expect loyal supporters to leave. If you are a member of a “mega-church” (several thousand members), chances are the computers are supported by someone full-time. If you church is smaller, support is probably provided by one of the members as a way to give back.
The upside: it doesn’t cost much, [...]
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Launching an Application for Your Clients
Tags: Application, IT, SaaS, small businessCategories: Business, Information Technology, Website Development, disaster recovery, small business
January 28th, 2010
I have recently spent time talking with early stage companies about application development. They’re all gung-ho to launch their application as a service. They’re giving the developers part ownership in the company. They’re talking to potential clients. You know the excitement!
WHOA! I find that several areas are often overlooked during the development process that leave [...]
Are You Your Business’ Worst Enemy?
Tags: Computer, Information Technology, IT, Security, small business, Small OfficeCategories: Business, Information Technology, small business
December 30th, 2009
It is common knowledge that employees are the source of most computer problems in office computers. As a business owner what are you doing to reduce the opportunity for infestations that could take down all of your computers?
Hardware appliances can reduce the possibility of infections by eliminating spam and blocking website access. However, protection also [...]
Preparing for 2010
Tags: computers, disaster recovery, Home Office, Information Technology, IT, small business, Small Office, SolopreneurCategories: Business, Information Technology, disaster recovery, small business
December 26th, 2009
Tulsa still has a great deal of snow on the ground and roads…and it is not likely to melt away soon. I decided to venture out in my car this afternoon. As I drove to my destination I noticed several pods of cars on the side of the road.
Judging by their positions, I suspect that [...]
My Laptop Has been Stolen!
Tags: Disaster Planning, Information Technology, IT, Security, small businessCategories: Business, Information Technology, disaster recovery, small business
November 24th, 2009
A savvy young executive left her laptop in the room at a hotel she stays at regularly while traveling. It was always safe in the room. She knew the housekeeping crew by name and they knew her (so did hotel management). The laptop was sitting on the desk in plain sight while the housekeeping cleaned [...]
The Kids are Coming Over…Hide the Computer!
Categories: Business, Information Technology, disaster recovery, small businessNovember 23rd, 2009
It’s that time of year again. Time to gather for family, fellowship, food and fun! You may be fortunate enough to have younger children or teenagers running around who are pretty tech savvy. It won’t take long for them to find your computer and start to work amusing themselves. If it gets really quiet you [...]
Motivating Your Employees – Listen to Them!
Tags: Business, leadership, small business, TeamsCategories: Business, Team, leadership, small business
November 20th, 2009
Many leaders are considering how to motivate their employees in the current economic conditions. Bonuses, additional benefits and pay raises are out of the question for most small businesses…not because they lack the desire, but they simply can’t sustain the cost for a prolonged period. Increases in the cost structure today may result in lost [...]