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Embrace the Service Mindset: Transform Your IT Career with IT Service Management

Web October 30, 2023

Maybe not the usual topic I write about… but nonetheless ITSM has been one of the cornerstones of my career. In this post I want to share some of my insights into customer service in the context of IT Service Management, and invite you to step boldly into the... Read more

How to choose a domain for your website

Web August 7, 2023

Your domain name is not something to be thought of lightly. Your domain name is the first thing people will see (or hear) about your website, even without ever visiting it. Careful consideration needs to go into choosing just the right domain hosting name to represent your business and... Read more

Could You Use Some More Visitors On Your Website?

Web June 27, 2023

Do you have a website? I’d be surprised if you didn’t, but just in case I wrote an article a while back to help you get started on a website. If you already have a website (I assume you do), what about traffic? Do you track how many people... Read more

An introduction to my take on organic Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

Web June 22, 2023

You probably didn’t know I’ve maintained an SEO (Search Engine Optimization) business ever since I was in university (even for me that’s been a few years now 🙂 With almost 20,000 sites submitted (!), the original service has done very well for my Dutch clients back home. However, most of my current connections don’t speak a lot of Dutch – so I’ve been working on a translated, “North-Americanized” edition of this popular, long-running SEO service.

Here’s How To Use Facebook Without The Algorithm

Web November 17, 2022

I’ve been on a bit of a rampage lately when it comes to Facebook and meaningless online connections. I’ve even publicly posted my cell phone number in case anyone wanted to connect in person. You’d think my number would get invaded by online trolls and the likes, but posting... Read more

Are hashtags the new SEO?

Web September 28, 2022

A friend asked me an interesting question the other day: Are hashtags the new SEO? Is SEO still important? How does social media play into all of this?

Become a Twitter celebrity

Web January 8, 2022

Have you ever thought that you could be a Twitter celebrity? When I once signed up for my very first Twitter account I never thought much of it – but at some point things took of for me. And as with anything, if I can do it, so you can you. Let me help you become a social media influencer.

Why Do Your Business Web Listings Matter So Much?

Web November 20, 2021

Have you ever looked up yourself online? Don’t worry. The results don’t really matter. Unless you’re at least a B-list celebrity, most people won’t look you up by name. They’ll look up topics they’re interested in. Products or services your business may offer. Or content you’ve written that resonates... Read more

3 SEO Tips to Improve Your Keyword Rankings

Web November 6, 2021

Have you heard that improving your Search Engine Optimization will help you get found online more easily? Regularly I speak to clients who still believe Search Engine Optimization is some form of modern day wizardry. The more you pay for your advertising and expensive Search Engine Optimization “expert”, the... Read more

Stop Using the Same Password Everywhere

Web November 3, 2021

We all know better – but so many people still ignore best practices when it comes to online safety. Just about 70% of people admit they use the same password for different sites, or sometimes the same password for almost all their online accounts. I suspect the remaining 30%... Read more