Dec
29
2008
Blogging is an Online field that is easy to break into and can be set-up and running in next to no time. I have been blogging for a while now and find it quite enjoyable. However, I am looking to expand my online business by stepping into the world of ecommerce.
One of the big things I have been looking at is Ecommerce Shopping Cart software. There are so many out there that it is hard to decide on one that does it all. Boss Cart is one that I found that offers the many features I am looking for. This software offers an easy to set up eshop that can be customized to fit your needs and the products you are selling.
I have asked around and talked to other webmasters and many of them recommend Boss Cart as one of the best eShop commerce software. I have lots of experience with websites and blogs but not much in the way of setting up my own store. Their software makes it easy with a built in catalogue manager. They even offer free install onto my server so I have help setting it up but still maintain full control by having it hosted on my own hosting provider.
On top of the great features, they offer a wide array of Free ecommerce templates. This saves both time and expense. With many other similar types of software, the owner needs to have their own template. This can be quite expensive to hire a designer to design one. Boss Cart has this all ready made for you so there is no need to hire a designer.
The thing I love most about this software is that it comes with both email and phone support. Many only offer email support and sometimes it is a pain to explain a problem over email. Phone support allows you to get quick help and diagnose the problem to avoid downtime of the store.
I am planning to try this out since it comes with a 30 day money back guarantee. If any of you have tried Boss Cart, please leave a comment and let me know what you think.
Dec
29
2008
One of the best ways for webmasters to network with other webmasters is to visit good forums to help build relationships and exchange services. Webmaster Forums UK is one place where I like to visit and meet with others who could use my services.
I use these forums to keep up with the latest trends, find web designers, and to Buy Sell Website. As most webmasters know, the more you think you know about promotions and SEO, the more you have to learn. Webmaster forums allow you to share your knowledge and skills while learning new techniques for making your blog or website the best it can be.
There are so many other things that can be learned on a Webmaster forum. If you visit the Web Hosting Forum, you could find multiple deals for great hosting products that are much cheaper than if you were to try to find them by searching Google. From reseller to dedicated servers, I have found tons of deals when looking for a new hosting company.
Webmaster forums allow you to showcase your talent to thousands of other webmasters for free. If you were to try and advertise your services through other means, you could end up eating all your profits. I use Webmaster forums to sell my writing services and I have made a nice second income and built some long term business relationships. Without the forums I visit, business would be quite slow and I would have to spend a lot of my time just trying to find clients.
I am not saying that you have to offer a service or even be in the market for one. Webmaster Forums are primarily there to allow a place for like minded people to express opinions, share knowledge, and form business and personal relationships. From mere beginners to life long webmasters, you will find it all on a good Webmaster forum. I thought I knew a lot until I signed up for the different Webmaster forums that I use. My knowledge base has expanded and I seem to learn something everyday.
If you are serious about blogging or building a quality website, you really need to be part of a community by joining a good Webmaster forum.
Nov
10
2008
A few months back I suggested a company called SubmitEdge as an alternative to doing SEO for yourself. I have recently talked to some up and coming webmasters and asked who they use when they need great services and help with their websites and one of the company names that continue to come up in conversation is SubmitEdge.
They offer an array of packages with and an unique style of Link Building that achieves results every time. They use the newest technology and they continue to improve as things change. This is not one lonely teenager working out of his basement. This is a full fledged company with a professional staff that will not only work for you; they will also work with you as part of your team.
It does matter if you a first time webmaster or have been around a long time, every one of us needs a little help promoting and building our sites. If you are like me, your websites and blogs become part of you. This is true of most webmasters. That is one reason you should not trust your SEO Services to just anybody. SubmitEdge has a proven track record and provides many testimonies to back that up.
It does not matter if you are looking to achieve top ranking in Google or you are looking for some back links for your website, they are professional and ready to handle the job. They can submit your site to top directories, write some content, prepare some great link bait articles, and even review your blog. They offer full service with a full professional staff.
Be sure to check them out if you are looking for any SEO type service and as always, please share your experience by dropping a comment here at our blog.
Oct
13
2008
When one creates a blog or website, a key is to find out if the effort is paying off. This can be seen in many aspects. We webmasters often want to see what our site is worth and what we need to work on. How much is your site worth?
This is a complex question. It takes a look at many factors from how many back links you have to your traffic stats. There are a few sites on the Internet that can track some of these stats for you and give a basic idea of where you are and how you are doing with your site. The problem I have run into is that when I want to check different stats, I have to jump all over the place to find different ones.
I recently ran across QPGR.com. They offer an updated set of Page Rank Checker & SEO Tools. This includes many of the standards used to judge a webmaster’s performance. Being located in one place relieves the stress and time of having to search all over the Internet to get all the stats you are looking for.
Their Quick Page Rank Checker gives you up to date rankings so you know what your current PR is. However, they also throw in Alexa traffic rankings, possible link sale value, site, value, back links, and more. The nice thing is, it takes only a few seconds to get the result of all of them with one simple tool.
These standard stats are not the end all to be all for a webmaster; however, it can give a nice sense of how you are doing. If you ranking and stats are super low for a given site, you know that you have a lot of work to do. If they are high, you know that you need to work to keep them there and you are inspired to work that much harder.
Checking your stats on a regular basis will allow you to find problem areas and improve on those to become more successful.
Sep
24
2008
As many business owners know, starting a business is not an easy task. With the age of technology, it is more than putting up and open sign and going into business. Today’s business owners need to have a huge Internet presence in order to be taken serious. That is why it is important to find the right company to help you, do that.
CoSource is one of those companies. First they can start by helping with the Web Development. This includes creating the perfect website for your business needs. From developing the perfect online store to an Online Catalogue that is easy to use for your customers. This includes Ecommerce Development so your site is ready to buy and sell your product or service.
Though they offer the same service many other companies offer, they ensure quality and ensure that your website will shine among your competition. In fact, if you want something really unique, they also offer specialty Software Development to make your website truly unique. This goes way beyond what you see in the fly by night companies that offer you the standard cookie cutter sites. Unique is what makes your company stand out and you can not afford to settle for less than the best.
I checked out their website and it is well designed and easy to use. This was a plus because I hate to see a web development company with a crappy website. There site has everything they can do listed clearly so you know what they can provide. I looked through their portfolio section and they have done some very impressive work. I was impressed with the navigation and look of the site.
One thing that normally disappoints me is that they do not include pricing. The CoSource website did not include prices. However, after seeing what they offered, I understand that it would be impossible to do so. Custom work of the quality that they do is impossible to give a blanket price. They work closely with each business to price out the best deal by the true needs of the business.
If you are thinking of starting a new business, or your online presence is less than brilliant, I recommend checking out CoSource and speaking with their experts to make your business the best it can be.
