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Do it and then do it better: an iterative mindset

I used to work for a big, huge wireless company. I was the nameless, faceless guy who received email requests all day and made minor change to wireless accounts. Each email was formatted exactly the same way and I used the same system for each change. 8 hours a day, 5 days a week I [...]

3 things that help me to write quality content

I have, accidentally and otherwise, come across several articles about content creation and information architecture lately. I am fascinated by how people are able (or unable) to consume the amount of information that is available on so many topics. I am also perpetually interested in improving my own ability at presenting information. These two things [...]

How I explained WTF Twitter is to my Dad

My dad and I have been working on a plan for a website to promote his business valuation report for a few months now. We’ve decided on a structure and plan and we’re ready to move forward.
During this conversation, the topic of how to market and promote the site came up. Dad has already joined [...]

The three things every business owner needs to understand about web sites

I’ve had the pleasure to work with many business owners in my line of work. Something I always need to explain (happily) is how a website works, what is needed to get one on-line, and what needs to be maintained. About half of the information I give is good to know and the other half [...]

The Search for a New Cell Phone

Ever since I started designing and building websites, I find myself approaching procedures in my life like a site that needs to be constructed.

Gather requirements
Do research
Create a plan
Move forward

To be fair, my formal training in chemistry probably had something to do with it as well but I digress.
My most recent “major obstacle to overcome” is [...]

Even crows can tame technology… I think you can too

I thought this was just brilliant…

It’s easy for anyone to say “I don’t get it” and give up. Maybe you’ll say it in private, no one will ever know, and you can go about your business pretending it didn’t happen. Problem is, you’ll know you’re working harder at something then you need to be.
It’s the [...]