Google Search: What Are Rich Snippets and Why Should I Care?

What Are Rich Snippets? Rich snippets are a type of on page mark-up. They are the extra bits of text that appear under search results.  Think of them like bacon bits for search engines.  That extra pop of flavor that differentiates you from the plain old potato next to you.  Are they necessary?  That depends.  Do you want your listing to… Continue reading Google Search: What Are Rich Snippets and Why Should I Care?

Vimeo Looks to Become the Instagram of Video Adding 500 New Creative Filters

The popular video sharing service Vimeo, has added a new video-editing tool called “Looks” that adds Instagram-like filter effects to your videos for a more professional look. Vimeo has gone to great lengths to become a go-to place for creatives and video producers. Just last year they added a paywall option, a “tip jar” for… Continue reading Vimeo Looks to Become the Instagram of Video Adding 500 New Creative Filters

Pinterest Releases New Version of Android App With Improvements to Group Boards [DOWNLOAD]

Pinterest announced today a new version of their Android App is available in Google Play. Pinterest is a tool that lets you collect and bookmark things you love from around the web. You can explore pins and boards you’re interested in. Today’s update adds the following improvements to group boards: View Contributors See who else… Continue reading Pinterest Releases New Version of Android App With Improvements to Group Boards [DOWNLOAD]

Twitter Adds New Search and Discovery Improvements to Both Android and iOS Apps

Today Twitter announced updates to their mobile website, Android and iOS apps that will help you find the content you care about quicker. The release provides a single stream of information in each tab so you can easily find the most relevant mix of followers, photos and tweets. Discover Now all content in the Discover… Continue reading Twitter Adds New Search and Discovery Improvements to Both Android and iOS Apps

7 Google Chrome Extensions You Need to Install

Google Chrome is now the most popular Internet browser in the world. I use it, you probably use it. According to StatCounter, as of December 2012, over 36% of the world favors it too. What makes it thrive is that it’s super fast with a ton of free apps to enhance your browsing experience. These… Continue reading 7 Google Chrome Extensions You Need to Install

Hello World! How to Launch a Startup Using Social Media

Social media is the most effective marketing tool that has ever existed for small businesses and startups looking to reach new audiences. This opportunity has paved the way for entrepreneurs and new businesses to compete online with larger brands and celebrities for our attention. The key to building a large social media audience from scratch… Continue reading Hello World! How to Launch a Startup Using Social Media