Facebook Pushing Virtual Gifts

Facebook hasn’t been only an upgrade for me from Friendster but it’s been a way for me to keep in close contact with my friends. So much so, I’m really grateful for its birthday reminders – though hidden on the right side. Whenever a friend’s birthday is today, I’d visit their wall to post a … Read more

MYNIC Finally Upgrades The System

I just got the email notification from MYNIC. They are finally improving their system in key areas based on the opinions and comments from their customers. Exactly who these customers are I wouldn’t know, but with the new system: a Registrant can apply for multiple domain names in one submission. a Registrant may register up … Read more

RSS Numbers Schnumbers

When Really Simple Syndication (RSS) feeds first came, everyone pushed for subscribers like how the Internet providers and mobile providers here push during PC Fair. Everyone did their best to draw attention to the RSS subscription. Many did (and still do) promote it via: Large RSS icons or buttons. Post headers or footers. During this … Read more

Why Web Designers are Mistaken for Computer Technicians

Stereotypes and misconceptions exist because people make assumptions – so if you’re seen working with a computer, people take it for granted that you’re a programmer who knows a lot about software or a technician who takes care of the hardware issues that crop up from time to time. What they do not realize is … Read more

Provide Information Customers Want

Like you, customers have their own objectives when they visit your website. It could be to find a product, find a service, learn about you or even, to only get your contact details. But, what if you had too much trouble finding the information or understanding it? Will you refer your colleagues or friends this … Read more

Free Publicity Staring In Your Face

Recently to spruce up my articles, I’ve been nitpicking stock photos most relevant to my content. And the one stock photo source which I love to use, even for my website design mockups is from iStockPhoto. They’ve a large variety of user-contributed photos from amateurs to professionals. Keeping a standard of professionalism, I contacted their … Read more

Stop Doing The Website Designer’s Job

The “wow” factor in a website is not the design. It’s the planning, ideas, approach and execution. Good design is about clear visual communication. Brilliant design is what helps your customers achieve their goals. But excellent design is; branding, visual communication and goal-oriented. That’s the website design you must have and that’s the website designer … Read more

Be the man, or woman with the plan!

Stop saying or thinking, “I’m building a website because my competitor…” Yes! Stop thinking you’re SECOND best! Start to determine your own set of measureable goals and objectives. For example, I want to increase my website sales leads for Product A within 6 months. Become the man or woman with the plan! Think about ONE … Read more

Boost Your Website with Video

Video is becoming the next mainstream media for the web. Flash may be more interactive but video hosting websites like YouTube have made it possible to interact with a video. Create your website in YouTube! It was a great idea to capture attention and boldly tell others BooneOakley isn’t your average advertising agency. Ideas like … Read more