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  • When is the Best Time to Outsource?

    There are major changes happening at BlogAid. As the site and business continue to grow, I’ve decided to begin outsourcing some tasks. As a soloprenuer, you may feel that it’s all up to you. I did too for many years. But, I’ve come to realize the value of outsourcing to qualified professionals so that I can continue to focus on the tasks that only I can do. See what led to this decision and why outsourcing may be in your near future too.

  • Will Google Shut Down FeedBurner?

    Since NAMS, the rumor mill has been cranking up about Google closing down the FeedBurner RSS feed service. Some bloggers are advising that you should switch to FeedBlitz. But, there are several important factors to consider before you do, especially since FeedBlitz is not free like FeedBurner and the features it offers are a bit different. Here’s what we know to date, what we don’t know yet for sure, and what you need to consider before you make the switch.

  • How to Get the Most SEO with Images

    There are six layers of SEO you can get from every image on your site. There are four that every site owner needs to do. There are two more that need to be done by folks who make a living with images, such as wedding photographers. Read on to discover the elements that Google checks to determine what the image is about and how you can help your whole site rank higher via your images.

  • Protect Your Site Copyright and Domain

    New site owners are always looking for a deal. One of the worst mistakes they can make is purchasing an all-in-one package from a design firm that includes domain, hosting, and site design. Another mistake is not adequately protecting their site copyright. Before you hire a site designer, you’ll want to carefully read the contract they offer to see who holds the copyright for the site and who is listed as the owner of the domain name.

  • The Big Thing Missing in Your RSS Feed

    You’ve worked hard to write great content and make your site a go-to destination. Unfortunately, all that great content and traffic also makes your site a prime target for scrapers to steal it. The Google Penguin will thump you on the head if you don’t ensure the search engine knows who wrote the copy. A great way to do that is to put a little piece of code in the footer of your RSS feed. Here’s how.