Why is Image Optimization for WordPress a Big Deal? In the WordPress Community, there’s always plenty of talk about image optimization and how images that aren't optimized hurt your site's load time. Right now, let's learn about how to optimize images for your WordPress site. Did you know thirty-four percent of the world's websites use WordPress? At the time I'm updating this page. the latest release is WP Version 5.2.3 is here. Here's the thing... the way … [Read more...]
Google Search Algorithm – Changes to Improve SERPs for All
The Google Search Algorithm isn't perfect, but if the sheer number of changes is any indication, the Google Search Engine is as close to "perfect" as it can be... for now. Like it or not, most people use Google as their search engine of choice. I think part of the reason is they are always trying to make your Search Engine Results Page (SERP) more relevant. They do this by continually refining and updating their algorithm. The Hummingbird update caused quite a stir when it was announced, … [Read more...]
How to Create Unique Background Images for Your Website
Background images for your website are easy as pie to make. Here's a quick, easy way to create unique, free background images you can put text on. It’s not necessary to be a great photographer in order to create a nice background image. In fact it’s very easy to make an image no one else has. I’m going to show you how you can do it. I used a Samsung Galaxy S3 to take my pictures. Your Android or iPhone will work great for this. Continue for the rest of the post and the video. … [Read more...]
Infographic: What to Include in a Good Blog Post
The old cliche is a picture is worth a thousand words. It's true. Our mind thinks visually, so this just makes sense, doesn't it? Infographics are everywhere these days for good reason. What is an infographic? An Infographic is an illustration, a visual representation of the component parts of a topic. When made well, a viewer can absorb information faster than he or she could if they simply read the content. Infographics help understanding. As an example, here's a good infographic for … [Read more...]
Dragon Naturally Speaking to the Rescue
Dragon Naturally Speaking is a tool I’ve used for a long time. Dragon’s speech recognition software is responsible for a big improvement in my writing output. I’m grateful it’s in my toolbox because last Sunday, I slipped on some ice and really screwed up my right arm & shoulder. The accurate voice-to-text capability of Dragon Naturally Speaking allows me to keep up with the pace of my business without missing a beat. Voice recognition software has matured over the past decade. The … [Read more...]
Hello. My name is @WLAdams. I have a Twitter Addiction.
"Hello. My name is @WLAdams. I have a Twitter addiction." "Hi @WLAdams. So... How long have you been addicted to Twitter?" "Pretty much since my first tweet. This is my first time at Twitter-holics Anonymous. I really enjoy Twitter. I like the immediacy of the medium. I love it when I'm re-tweeted (RT) or followed, or if someone favorites a tweet-o-mine. Engaging with fellow tweeters make me feel good. I want to use Twitter to help my online business grow. Now, I feel like it's … [Read more...]
Gentlemen, Start Your Search Engine Optimization
These days, you will have zero problems finding information about Search Engine Optimization (SEO) online. Your main problem is finding high-quality search engine optimization tips that are not outdated already. SEO vs. the Google search engine is, and always will be a moving target. SEO marketing a cat and mouse game. The major search engines, Google, Bing, and Yahoo, continually strive to serve up the most relevant results for their users. It's their job. In other words, they don’t … [Read more...]
