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Google PR Troubles
2007-05-02 02:37:00
Well, the past two months have been interesting to say the least. I feel I work hard and read a great deal on E-marketing topics and Search Engine Optimization (SEO), participate in SEO forums, and read SEO related books and blogs, and so much more.So while I completely understand that Google PageRank (that little green bar on the Google toolbar) is definitely not a good measurement of your efforts or value of a web page, it is an 'indicator'. It indicates how Google feels about that specific web page based on certain criteria, which Google will change from time to time making an SEO's job that much tougher. As soon as we think we've figured out the equation, it changes.So with that said, I try not to pay too much attention to it. However I still find myself glancing at that little green bar every so often. If nothing else, it tells me Google is aware of the web page in question. If it's a zero, then I can be pretty sure I've got some work to do.A couple months ago, a past cli...

Facebook Phenomenon
2007-04-17 18:34:00
As Web 2.0 continues to become part of our daily lives, Facebook .com, a new introduction seems to be the number one topic at water coolers across North America and around the world.While it isn't necessarily new, it seems to have exploded more recently and if you are not a part of this phenomenon, chances are you are possibly too young or too old. Facebook is a free community-based website that allows users to find and connect with classmates from days gone by, old friends and family you've lost touch with. Groups and Networks are organized by geographic region and various topics of interest (which are added daily it seems).It's viral nature allows users to see any updates friends have made including profile, posts, notes and photos. The photo tagging feature is especially unique and you will know immediately if someone on the network has posted a photo in which you are included.The site is being referred to as "Crackbook" as it's highly addititive and therefore being compared t...
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Exciting News - Brewster Inc. New Acquisition
2007-04-14 00:19:00
Wow - I have to say, the few months I have been at Brewster now have not been boring. (okay it's been 5 mths but it has gone by QUICK!)Today we announced a new acquisition: Lake Minnewanka Boat Tours. It will definitely be a nice addition to our Attractions division which currently includes the renowned Banff Gondola and the Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience.Pretty nice way to end the week and begin the weekend! Another website to work on (phew!) - oh well, loving it so far and looking forward to the challenge.
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My first blog
2007-04-10 01:55:00
Well here it goes - after all the fuss and months and months of reading blogs, about blogs, why blog, how to blog, where to blog, etc, etc... I've created my first blog...The only thing that provides comfort is that it's highly unlikely anyone will read this ... and so let the fun begin!
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