I noticed recently that I haven’t checked my RSS reader in some time, but I also feel like I’ve been reading a lot of articles. Not only that, but I’ve been reading articles that are interesting and relevant to me. How is that possible?
Then it dawned on me, the majority of articles I read and share are found through Twitter. Does Twitter accomplish all of the same features as my old RSS reader?
I was taught a long time ago that giving a proper handshake involved only a few key elements. However, I found this ingrained idea about shaking hands challenged recently by an individual who followed a completely different set of rules for giving a handshake.
Afterward, I took a little time to evaluate my thoughts about it, which I document in this article.
On Saturday, August 8, 2009 I found myself in a strange situation: I was one of the only people with a camera at an event called LaidOffCamp Phoenix. Instead of attending the sessions as I’d planned, I spent the day photographing the event. I’ve never photographed an event and I know next to nothing about photography. I’ve had my camera for approximately 2 weeks and the lens for about 2 days.
I share some of the observations I had during that time, link to the Flickr set and ask viewers for their feedback and suggestions on how I can improve as a photographer.
Interesting slides released by Netflix about their current approach to company culture. A must-read for existing businesses and people looking to start a business.
I pose some questions afterward to Phoenix companies and employees.
At a recent Phoenix OpenCoffee Club Meetup, we discussed when and how to bring in additional help for a small business. Specifically, we talked about some of the concerns, timeframe and tips when hiring someone. Some good ideas were discussed and wisdom imparted by more experience business owners.
As a small business owner at Flatterline, I was interested in what everyone had to say on the subject. We have been wrestling with this very topic recently as we look at our potential for growth. I tried to capture the list of things we talked about, but would love some additional feedback from other business owners.
I share my experience learning a little about search engine optimization and some of the resources I’ve discovered, from Wordpress plugins to books (available for borrowing) to SEO videos from a local Phoenix company. Even learning a little about SEO techniques has changed the way I link to sites. Maybe it will do the same for you.
Nick Martin is a freelance journalist in Phoenix. His publication, Heat City, provides in-depth coverage on many local Phoenix stories that you may not hear about through traditional media outlets. Find out how you can support Nick in this venture.
After a few years of using Mephisto, the Ruby on Rails blog system, I’m back on WordPress. Sorry RoR peeps, but it’s a lot easier and more fully featured…
I’m using Lucia’s Link Love, so after a certain number of comments, you will receive dofollow link love! (NOTE: sexual healing is playing right now at the [...]
A few weeks ago Chris Chandler and I started a podcast. Almost every Wednesday at hacknight we were having interesting conversations ranging over a wide variety of topics. After listening to Evo Terra give a presentation on podcasting we decided to start recording these conversations and publish them for the benefit of humanity.
The name we [...]
Matt Gist tagged me as part of “The 6th Meme” and challenged me to post the 6th photo of the 6th page of my Flickr. So, here it is:
Over the summer, my dad (the big guy pictured) and I did some work on my backyard. In this picture, we’re laying the header for the brick [...]
I'm a pragmatist, an idea generator and a doer of deeds that need doing. I may have an unhealthy obsession with pirates and coffee. I also enjoy making work for other people. Get to know me and you'll see what I mean.
