Author Archives: Matt Siltala

Online Reputation Management vs Brand Management

There is a lot of talk buzzing around the Internet of online reputation management, as well as brand management.  In most of the articles or blog posts I have read, I have noticed that people are confusing the two – almost blending them.  The two should not be blended, and each should have their own […]

I Visted Your Site Today, And Really Liked It…

For those of you that have been in the game (Internet marketing/SEO) for a while, just reading my title will be enough for you to guess what this post is about. Yep, you guessed it – Reciprocal linking emails and other link building offers you get in your inbox. I get these everyday too, almost […]

Free Local Marketing Options That Brings Real Traffic

Being in the industry I am, I talk with a lot of local business owners almost everyday about marketing (they are sniffing around for free tips, but I don’t mind sharing). In this economy, I have found the conversation sliding a little more to cost effective marketing tactics, if not completely free marketing suggestions. Hopefully […]

10 Signs That You’re Addicted To Twitter

Ok, the title should read 10 Reasons how I know that I am addicted to Twitter, but play along – you might get a laugh… I have been using Twitter more over the last several months then ever before, even though I have been a member now for almost two years. I have been noticing […]

Pownce Is Officially Shutting Down

I just got the official notice today (even though I have been hearing rumors for some time now) that Pownce is officially shutting down shop on December 15th.  I guess you can’t hit home runs with everything you do huh?  Pownce had potential, but when Twitter came along and had such a better interface, not […]

BOTW Directory Promo Code For December 2008

For those of you who love Best of the Web, (like I do) you will love this sweet little offer they are giving new sign ups for the month of December.  They are giving a 25% discount for all of their services.  From their email: Promo Code: BLIZZARD Get Started today and Save 25% on: […]

Kicking It Old Skool SEO With My Friend – Keyword Research 101

Everyday I am hit with a ton of questions related to Internet Marketing, and every once in a while I get one I like and feel like answering in a post, and today this question from Jennifer, is the winner: I am brand new to Internet business, how would I know which terms or keywords […]