It’s now time for a much needed update and a total refocus of efforts. Those who follow my blog have probably noticed the lack of updates in the last few months. Several factors have contributed to my lack of “visibility” on the blog side. My partners and I have finally finished the dissolution of...
Technology Gadgets 2011
Welcome 2011 – A Time For Change
With 2010 now just a memory, one always wonders what a new year will bring. 2010 was my second full year of blogging. I had many highs and lows throughout the year on both a professional and personal note that impacted my blogging effort and unfortunately, ended 2010 on a low, neglecting my social...
Google PageRank Reduction – Should I Be Concerned?
Google has decided to lower the PageRank associated with barrywheeler.ca from a PR3 to PR2. Should I be concerned that Google has decided my site’s merit is less than before? For some people new to search they have often been upset that Google has “penalized” their sites with a reduction of page rank. I...
Lessons in Social Media – Don’t Pull a Granter
Vaughn Granter was first Humber West candidate to launching a FaceBook page, post YouTube videos and launching a website. A great start to a “novice” politician wanting to embrace the social internet and reach out to a new demographic begging to be engaged in the happenings in their city. What Vaughn Granter forgot to...
In Support of ACAP Humber Arm
Several of the blogs and websites I run have often been steeped in controversy and personally, I’ve pushed the limits somewhat when taking stands on issues. I’ve been criticized for being partisan and biased and have been called every known name imaginable. That’s the nature when you blog in small town Newfoundland. People know...
Alan Wake and Barry Wheeler
Well, it would appear the game Alan Wake has a character named Barry Wheeler. It makes sense now when I look back at how some people were finding my site and why I was getting some pretty strange messages sent to me at times. I never put two-and-two together but got quite a kick...
Social Media for Small Businesses
Social media is the new reality for businesses. The habits of more and more people have moved online, incorporating social networking and social media sites as part of their daily routine. Sites such as FaceBook, YouTube and Twitter reach out to the masses on a regular basis. People are quick to “Like”, view and...
Congratulations
The by-election in Humber West has come and gone and the people have spoken electing Vaughn Granter as their representative in the House of Assembly. Even though I was perhaps his biggest critic, I would like to take this opportunity and extend congratulations to Mr. Granter on his victory and wish him well in...
The Social Internet – Yes, It Influences on SEO
Everyone is jumping on the social media bandwagon and it is affecting the SEO. Gone are the days of when relevant link building, interesting content and basic website optimization were key to ranking well. Here to stay are the days when user experience and the social Internet plays a vital role for relevancy. With...
Oil Prices Continue to Rise
Unrest in Libya is being credited with the sudden surge in oil prices. Consumers are left feeling helpless as oil prices continue to rise, affecting prices at the pump and throughout the cost of many other consumer goods. With Libya supplying a mere two percent of the world’s oil one has to wonder if...