Google Places Is the Very First Step

Two weeks ago I told readers that it can be an excellent marketing idea to launch your blog before your website. This week I’m here to tell you your Google Places page is another marketing tool to set up the minute you open your business…and before you even get a website. If you spend a … Read more

Online Portfolios or Photo Galleries for Contractors, Designers, & Photographers

A few days ago I spoke to a group of Contractors and other Design Professionals at Wooden Windows in Oakland, CA about portfolios for websites. Having looked at scads of photo galleries and built quite a few, I have a well formed opinion on what makes for a great photo gallery. I think what works … Read more