How Much is SEO Worth – Let’s Play

Let’s play the game, “How Much is this Position Worth”? Read the description below and then guess how much they are offering to pay.  Here are some clues, the offer is less than a window washer makes and about 30% less than a bus driver earns. Role: The Internet / SEO Marketing Coordinator will be Read more about How Much is SEO Worth – Let’s Play[…]

Thinking of Having Kids – Better Search Google First

As a parent for the past 13 years I can unequivocally state that children are truly a blessing but on the flip side being a parent can be extremely challenging!  But judging by the Google search recommendations you should probably think twice (or more) before having those little bundles of joy! There are some folks Read more about Thinking of Having Kids – Better Search Google First[…]

Google Sits on the Hot Seat for Racist Image

It seems Google can’t figure out how to please all the people all the time.  The story centers around a racist picture where someone photo-shopped Michelle Obamans face blended with an apes.  Google originally took the page out of it’s index siting possible ‘malicious content’ but it has resurfaced with a Google adsense type ad Read more about Google Sits on the Hot Seat for Racist Image[…]

Lies, Lies and More Lies – SEO and Life

Lately I have had the subject of lying on my mind and not only for the fact that I have five kids ages 7, 9, 10, 11 and 13 at home and lying seems to have become one of their favorite pastimes.  In the world of SEO (like many industries) there are a slew of Read more about Lies, Lies and More Lies – SEO and Life[…]

Good News from SEMPO Report

It seems SEO’s are fairing well these-days, even in a bad economic environment – salaries for SEM/SEO related positions were up in 2008 and that just shows that decision makers are continuing to see the relative value we bring to the table. 2009 yearly salaries for an individual contributor with 1-3 years relevant experience range Read more about Good News from SEMPO Report[…]

The Truth About In-House SEO – It is a ‘Secret Weapon’

Search engine optimization (SEO) has really taken corporate Canada by surprise or a better way of putting it would be bewilderment.   Most decision makers in this country know that SEO is important but are not sure exactly what it is and how it can ultimately effect the bottom line of their companies.  Because of this Read more about The Truth About In-House SEO – It is a ‘Secret Weapon’[…]

Google Throws Around $750 Million in Pocket Change

When a company is as rich as Google they don’t really have to worry about the competition, they just buy them up. Google has officially announced that it is taking mobile display advertising provider in exchange for $750 million. This deal helps create Google’s mobile ad platform as AdMob’s mobile display joins Google Mobile search Read more about Google Throws Around $750 Million in Pocket Change[…]