Three Basics For Better Blogging

Congratulations. You’ve decided to become a blogger. Don’t let anyone discount your words because you don’t have some fancy degree. So long as you’re ready to do the research, edit until you have a strong post, and supplement with relevant pictures and videos, then you will build a reputation as thought-leader in your chosen arena. …

VIDEO: 3 Things to Consider When Choosing a Blog Platform

Continuing on our June Theme of Website Blogs… Whenever I mention the importance of website blogs for long form content, people ask which platform is the best. I will be upfront, I am most familiar with WordPress, Wix, and Blogger. However, the website platform you ultimately choose is based on the goals for your blog. …

Social Media is the Wrong Platform for Complicated Topics

Social media is the ground of a second American Civil War. For years it’s been brewing. We caught a glimpse during the 2016 political campaign when people used their personal accounts to declare the valor of their candidate and demonize their opposition with an intensity not experienced in the past. The conflict drove several users …

A New Approach to Small Business Saturday

Small Business Saturday Picture with Pop-Up Market Info

I learned about Small Business Saturday 3 years ago when I saw someone walking around with a Shop Small canvas bag. What is Small Business Saturday? The quick history: In 2010, small businesses are hurting from an economic recession. American Express deems the first Saturday after Thanksgiving as “Small Business Saturday” and launches a campaign to …

The Alaska Contractor Summer Edition

Picture of the Summer 2018 Cover of The Alaska Contractor

The summer issue of The Alaska Contractor is out! Our very own Rachael Kvapil has two articles in this issue:   ~ “New arts center to bring benefits to Juneau“ ~A membership profile on DBS Enterprises LLC   Check it out!