Social marketing is the new search engine optimization. Reciprocal voting is the new reciprocal linking. It offers a fairly low barrier to entry, and the opportunity to drive a TON of traffic in a short period of time. Even more importantly, social media has become a cornerstone of the strategy for launching sites, or improving [...]

So my buddy Marcus told me about this SEO de Janerio event at Pubcon Vegas, and I was all ears. I’ve decided to see what’s happenin’ on the darkside after being asked by Quadzilla to come be an expert as this sick looking event. They threw an amazing party in Germany, and I expect [...]

I had discontinued my linkbaiting service for a while, but after a few months of work on various projects, I’ve decided to offer a new and improved social media consulting service. If you’re shopping for someone to handle your social media campaigns that also has a knowledge of SEO, be sure to catch me [...]

It’s that wonderful time of year again. Nearly a week in Vegas for the annual Webmaster World pilgramage. If you’re planning on attending, you should have your seat and hotel by now. If you don’t, I’ll reward your procrastination with a 20% coupon. Use the code ma-29220 when you sign up. [...]

One of the most surprising things I learned while working on my viral content sharing report is that one of the most common reasons people send content to their friends is because they believe that otherwise their friends may not see it. People who mentioned this typically said things like "they might have [...]

Sitting here with David Klein (mastermind behind the thinktank, who is selling an extraordinary door lock in the near future at Wordcamp playing wordgames - get the full scoop on them here. So here’s the game- post the answer here, and come pick up your prize from DK at the registration desk if you’re at wordcamp, [...]

SES San Jose should be a great time. I’m slotted to moderate a session on SEO friendly design and development, as well as do a site review session. I’m glad I didn’t have to create a new presentation, because planning a party is tough! Anyhow - I hope you’ll make it, and [...]

Just a quick note to everyone to check out Shoemoney’s new Tools. I’m very proud to announce I’ll be on Jeremy’s Board to help out with the tools. They’ve got some great stuff in there already, and you can bet that Mr. Dillsmack will be coming up with some sick new stuff as [...]

Last chance to signup for the MarketMotive/ Search Engine Strategies Webcast tomorrow at 9am PST. You can read more about it here. Should be a doozy. Related PostsSES Toronto and MarketMotive - Competitive Webmaster Tools SeminarI've spent the last three weeks compiling the master list of competitive webmaster tools. I don't t...Upcoming Speaking [...]

I did a couple of interviews at SMX Advanced in Seattle that have recently been published. Thanks to Tom Schmitz, the Seattle SEO, for the interview on Voices of Search - You can check it out here We talked about professional career progression, industry history, and other internet marketing tips. The second interview [...]