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Life is Full of Mistakes, Business is No Different

Web Guy — Tue, 27 May 2014 05:40:07 +0000

I’ve made mistakes my whole life, as I will until the day I die, no different from you or anyone else that ever did, does, or will exist. Yet, despite this commonality of all human beings being fallible, which one could argue, is essentially the human condition, most of us fight, irrationally, ignorantly, and egotistically ... Life is Full of Mistakes, Business is No Different

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Opinion Responsibility

Web Guy — Sat, 24 Nov 2012 18:14:58 +0000

I’ve already touched on the worst extreme of opinions online because of the issue of trolling. But, what about normal day-to-day communication, writing, and commenting? Just because something we say isn’t over-the-top rude doesn’t necessarily make it any less harmful. The internet is full of misinformation, misleading headlines, implications, inferences, scandalous tones, and so on. ... Opinion Responsibility

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Way Too Much Information

Web Guy — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 15:56:01 +0000

While that’s often associated with a sarcastic remark to someone who’s perhaps revealed too intimate of details about themselves, I’m actually referring to something else entirely — the disturbing amount of information others have on us. The truth of the matter is that we’re identified and profiled by a staggering amount of statistics in the ... Way Too Much Information

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Professionalism

Web Guy — Fri, 12 Oct 2012 22:50:21 +0000

I’ve been a web pro for about 7 years now. I’ve come a long way in that time, but there is still a long way to go in maturing and wisdom. I’ll share with you my findings and hopefully get some feedback from other professionals on how they handle the day-to-day. Rule #1: Keep your ... Professionalism

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User vs Customer

Web Guy — Sat, 18 Aug 2012 05:39:01 +0000

Many services (especially web-based ones) offer both free and premium services and products. While there is a clear line between a free tool and a premium one (you’d remember paying for something), users tend to conveniently forget that fact when it comes to support. Let’s break down the differences… User A user, as you would ... User vs Customer

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Websites Holding Your Info Hostage

Web Guy — Mon, 23 Jul 2012 11:18:51 +0000

I want to clarify upfront that all the points found throughout this article are not necessarily aimed at any company specifically. Although, I mention a few examples in part, it’s important to understand that they merely sparked the idea for this article and most of the information found throughout are simply my generalized observations from ... Websites Holding Your Info Hostage

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Free vs Free in Software

Web Guy — Sat, 30 Jun 2012 23:53:02 +0000

Lately, I’ve been researching different content and software licenses and the philosophies behind them. I was a bit surprised by my findings. First, I’ll explain the two different “frees”. Free Free Software — as in $0.00, costs nothing to download. This is the most common use. I’ll refer to as $free from here on out. ... Free vs Free in Software

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The Customer is Always Right? Wrong.

Web Guy — Tue, 05 Jun 2012 23:52:08 +0000

In fact, the customer or end-user is often wrong. I imagine when the phrase was coined its intended purpose was almost purely marketing, as in to make the customer feel like they’re right even when they’re wrong. Not to be literally taken, although this I’m sure backfired in some cases. In the very least, this ... The Customer is Always Right? Wrong.

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The Truth About Piracy

Web Guy — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 08:03:36 +0000

The majority of what most people probably “know” about piracy, likely comes from those annoying propaganda ads and FBI warnings found at the start of many DVDs. However, the truth, like with anything, lies in a bigger picture of the many different angles and perspectives and isn’t simply black and white. Let’s clear up the ... The Truth About Piracy

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Story of the Internet Troll

Web Guy — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 07:01:44 +0000

Where in the real world, many people are average, boring, conservative consumerists, that dress alike and think alike, drive the same cars, and listen to the same music in an almost pathological “I’m completely normal and socially acceptable, so please don’t look at me or judge.” kind of way, the internet is a totally different ... Story of the Internet Troll

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The Problem with Beautiful WordPress Themes

Web Guy — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 10:18:53 +0000

Every once in a while, I get this itch to design an over-the-top, beautiful WordPress theme. I want to add a ton of wonderful graphics and subtle effects of gradients and texture and utilize special fonts and CSS3 and then I remember, that’s a horrible idea! Because people, sure, might like it, but it isn’t ... The Problem with Beautiful WordPress Themes

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Portfolios: One Tough Psychological Cookie

Web Guy — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 04:05:22 +0000

There’s no arguing that it’s vital for any professional, of any kind, to have a portfolio. You just have to have one. However, even when you have one, a substantially large portfolio even, it will still be a battle every now and then. I think the biggest issue is that when it comes to technology, ... Portfolios: One Tough Psychological Cookie

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Real-world vs Online Networking

Web Guy — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 22:37:53 +0000

Real-world Networking Unless you’ve lived in a bomb shelter your whole life, whether you know it or not, you already do real-world networking, because it’s basic human nature. All throughout our lives, I’m sure most of us networked in one way or another. From kindergarten, being friends with the rich kid who had the really ... Real-world vs Online Networking

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Facebook and Twitter: What They’re Doing to Society

Web Guy — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 21:24:17 +0000

We have become so socially-integrated online that it’s time to address the real-world positives and possible ramifications of this. Who does this affect? Almost everyone who lives in the internet-connected parts of the world. Have a look: My Aunts, Sisters, Brothers, Nephews, old school teachers, friends, and even friend’s pets, they all have a Facebook ... Facebook and Twitter: What They’re Doing to Society

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PayPal: If You’re an Online Pro or Business You Need It

Web Guy — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 01:33:53 +0000

My honest review and professional advice is that if you’re currently working out how you’ll receive payments from clients or customers… You Need PayPal Not want it, need it (regardless of how you feel personally about PayPal). Today, and for a long time now, PayPal has been the most popular way to pay and get ... PayPal: If You’re an Online Pro or Business You Need It

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PayPal: More Buyer Protection? What About Seller Protection?

Web Guy — Sat, 23 Oct 2010 03:56:46 +0000

I like PayPal and will continue to use PayPal. Of course, there is nothing wrong with Buyer Protection, but what about Seller Protection? I’ve seen endless advancements in Buyer Protection, but does Seller Protection even exist? Just received the following from PayPal: “Hello Web Guy, As of 11/01/10, your customers who pay with PayPal are ... PayPal: More Buyer Protection? What About Seller Protection?

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In Modern Business, Phone Calls are Inefficient

Web Guy — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 06:42:13 +0000

Lessons Learned After a Decade of Practicing My Text-only Communication Philosophy Technology and communication styles have advanced significantly over the past decade, and many lessons were learned, especially in 2020. I originally wrote this article many years ago, and I still practice this philosophy today, while still successfully acquiring and keeping clients as well as ... In Modern Business, Phone Calls are Inefficient

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Any Publicity is NOT Good Publicity

Web Guy — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 19:27:24 +0000

People are very opinionated, to the point of absurdity at times. Some decisions we make are based solely on good and bad associations, regardless of good judgment, logic, or even properly being informed. What separates us from animals is primarily this: An animal’s reality and motivations are based mainly on their instincts A human’s reality ... Any Publicity is NOT Good Publicity

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One Problem that Every Business Has with Customers

Web Guy — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 13:26:13 +0000

Some might say the biggest issue or bottom line for every business is affordability (of products and services). Others may say quality, demand, or exposure, or all of the above. I say customer relations, and more specifically, whether the business actually cares about their customers or just their money. Every business cares about money, that ... One Problem that Every Business Has with Customers

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A Semi-rhetorical US Debt Question

Web Guy — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 10:05:25 +0000

Is every born, adopted, or new American citizen automatically accountable for US debt regardless of personal accrued debt? I have never borrowed money from the government, received a school loan, or not paid for something in-full. I’ve not yet ever used a credit card either. I use a debit card and pay in-full with my ... A Semi-rhetorical US Debt Question

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