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Learn from others’ mistakes

January 19, 2012 No Comments

Do you have an online store that you think looks cool? Maybe you’re right, or maybe not. It’s not the easiest thing in the world to look at our work objectively. Not our business, not how we look, not how we act. One of the things to be avoided is to seem that you are ...

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Google Introduces Google Plus for Businesses

November 9, 2011 No Comments

A few months ago, Google officially launched Google+. And within a short span of time, it attracted over 40 million users. Now, Google is taking it a step higher by introducing a version of the service for business. The main goal is to help business “make the same kinds of lasting connections with your customers ...

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Google Commerce Search 2.0 Released

June 23, 2010 9 Comments

It was only last November when Google Commerce Search was launched. It was a good product alright especially for online retailers who are utilizing Google search technology in their online business. Its only flaw is the price. The introductory price of Google Commerce Search was $50,000/year which was way too high for any average online business owner to afford. It’s no wonder that the Google Commerce Search has only been able to attract 100 merchants.

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Social Media: A Marketing and Political Tool

June 16, 2010 15 Comments

Twitter has become a very popular and powerful form of social media not only in terms of its impact on online businesses but most importantly it has played a key role in communication. It bridges the gaps among people of different races and beliefs. And the fact that it’s free adds up to its charm.

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Twitter Me Yes…Twitter Me Not

June 14, 2010 6 Comments

I used to be not a fan of Twitter for the very reason that some of my friends just used it to air all of their anger and disappointments in life. And believe me it can be so annoying. Anyway, that is before one of my friends began earning from using Twitter. Originally her plan was to do a garage sale to sell some of her stuff but then decided to try selling them on Twitter and it works well for her. Before the week ends she sold ¾ of her stuff. Want to know how she did it?

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eCommerce News: Double-digit growth for eCommerce spending in Q1

June 10, 2010 7 Comments

After two years, the numbers are finally picking up. Digital marketing intelligence firm ComScore reported recently that eCommerce spending is up by 10 percent year-on-year. The first quarter spending figures have reached double digits for the first time since Q2 in 2008. According to ComScore, consumers who earn $100,000 or more annually are driving the ...

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