Google Goes Crazy Over Acquisitions

If a company wants to place itself in position for a big check from Google, being a little bit crazy helps. So does bringing in the kind of traffic that can make crazy money for Google.

‘State Of The Blogosphere’ Is Small, Fractured?

Once a year, Conan O’Brien gives a “State of the Show Address” address, and for a certain audience, it’s great - but not everyone cares about this late-night comedian’s realm.  As Dave Sifry gave a “State of the Live Web Address,” as opposed to a “State of the Blogosphere,” some onlookers feel he’s addressing a similar problem.

Comcast Does The Fandango

Comcast has purchased online movie information and ticketing site Fandango. They also have plans to launch Fancast.com that is designed to help users manage their entertainment experience.

102 Ways to Make Your Blog Not Suck

Make sure a new visitor can discern the who, what, where and why of your blog within three seconds Write original content Make your posts scan-able Use pictures and other visual content Use a custom theme Have easy and multiple subscribe options Include blog author information Don’t use too many categories

10 Rarely Used Tips to Supercharge Your Blog

1. Always make sure the top post on your blog has unique content that is attractive to a first time visitor. Bloggers write a lot of different things, including personal rants, news, link lists and lots of content that directs visitors to other resources and sites. While this is great, it can have massive effects on new visitors who stumble onto your blog; after all,…