Posts by Frank Deardurff
Lost In A Niche
I really enjoy listening to music, and I listen to a lot of different types. I utilize music to get me in a mood, out of a mood, motivate me or calm me down. One thing I’ve noticed with music more and more is they’ve over niche’d the genres. What I mean by this is…
Read MoreIf You Could Tell Your Younger Self
If you could tell your younger self one thing about what you know now about getting started online or getting started in business what would that be? Please post your comment below.
Read MoreBook Promotions Underway
Finally getting some book promotions underway for my book “50 Biggest Website Mistakes”. It’s been a lot more work getting going than I thought but makes you appreciate it more when it starts happening. We’ve already had our first tv interview for the book, which will be aired this weekend on a local business show…
Read MoreApprentice Marketing Mistake
My wife and I really enjoy watching the Celebrity Apprentice each season, and this year is no exception. I know for myself, I like watching the ideas and creativity they come up with. But something has caught my attention on almost every episode this season. At first I tried to keep it to myself then…
Read MoreEnough With The Addon Domains Already!
Ok this may seem like more of a web guy rant, but I’m also wanting to inform you so that maybe you will understand why I think addon domains can be a very bad thing for your online business. Before I get into why I dislike them let me clear up the domain differences. Besides…
Read MoreColors Affect Purchase
I’ve talked about this before but I feel it’s important to cover again because everyone is always looking for ways for better conversion and improving sales. In my post before I explained how website visitors are affected by different colors not just of how it appeals to them but how it psychologically affects them. Today…
Read MoreClick To See Price
OK a quick web rant today. In recent searches for some technology upgrades I needed/wanted to make I’ve noticed something a little irritating to me and in my opinion is not a good marketing strategy. (I’d love to hear if you agree.) First let me explain… You search the internet for a what you’re looking…
Read MoreAre You “Puzzled”
Just read a post on the blog of a friend of mine. (Jim Howard’s Blog at Live Life Revolution) It’s titled “Build The “Right” Puzzle” and with out giving to much away he does a great job “outlining” the process of building your puzzle so that you can get back on track. If you have…
Read MoreFree Apps
It’s probably pretty easy to tell I’m a bit on the geeky side I love trying out new software and Apps on my iPhone and iPad. I found a few free cool resources that I check out regularly that I thought I would share with you as well. Each of these sites also have apps…
Read MoreCustomer Usability
This in my opinion is one of the most over looked aspects of any business. My interpretation of customer usability is getting the customer to use or consume your product. With the recent holidays just passing my wife and I purchased a couple of gifts for each other for the house. We picked up a…
Read MoreWordPress Sales Letter
As I mentioned yesterday I’m starting the new year with trying to write a blog post every day or almost everyday. I want to focus on posts that help you and your business. Today’s post is a resource I know you’ll like. I know one of the things that slow me down when trying to…
Read MoreEnd of 2011 Planning
As we wrap up 2011 I’m curious what strategies you use to prepare for 2012. (Besides flipping the calendar) What works best for you? Leave your tip or suggestion in the comments section below. Thanks
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