By Natalie Contreras, Posted in Blogging

Remember those ugly noises that dial-up connections used to make? Well the internet has definitely changed since then. Google introduced Fiber earlier this week.  It's meant to run 100 times faser than today's average internet connections. It will be introduced in certain areas first and it's said to be virtually free for at least the first 7 years although you'll have to pay a $300 installation fee.  Buffering, waiting, and loading will be a thing of the past once Google Fiber takes ove... read more.

• July 27, 2012
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By Natalie Contreras, Posted in Blogging

Being a social media specialist is hard to do when Twitter goes down. Like many, I panicked and didn't know what to do with myself so I got onto Reddit and found solace in the trending videos. Thanks Reddit. Here's the video I watched btw. @BreakiingNews had it right though. There's a positive in Twitter's downtime from earlier; more Facebook logins. I'm sure Mark Zuckerberg was elated about it; but most Tweeters weren't. I posted a Facebook status (are they still called that?) to see if anyo... read more.

• July 27, 2012
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By Lauren Bozzi, Posted in Social Media Marketing

It's no secret that social media has taken the world by storm over the past couple of years. So much so, in fact, that those who don't participate in social networking could be considered "old fashioned." In this new age of Wall Posts and Tweets, information can now be attained instantaneously. Facts, opinions and ideas can be voiced in a matter of seconds, and I'm not just talking about those who Instagram a picture of their dinner. The Aurora, Colorado shooting is a perfect example of this. People from a... read more.

• July 25, 2012
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By Natalie Contreras, Posted in Twitter

The US Olympic Team is ready for London and you should be too. The Olympics this year will be more social media-fied than ever before bringing us all together whilst watching these long awaited events. This year you can keep up to date on your favorite US Athletes via their Twitter accounts. Of course everyone has their favorite sport they like to watch; I prefer the men's diving portion of the games. Maybe it's the super tiny trunks and all the abs but you bet your bottom dollar I'll be following US ... read more.

• July 24, 2012
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By Lauren Bozzi, Posted in e-Marketing

It is not uncommon for businesses' to confuse advertising and marketing because they both ultimately have the same goal: to generate sales. The problem is that without a correct understanding of these terms, it can become difficult to utilize them to their full potential. For the best business practices it is crucial to understand the similarities and differences between marketing and advertising. Advertising dates back as far as the 1700s. In other words, it's not a new concept. However, advertising is... read more.

• July 23, 2012
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By Natalie Contreras, Posted in In the News

Do you think this is a conicidence? 2012-07-20July 20, 2012 not only marked the premiere of the anticipated Dark Knight Rises, but more chilling a mass shooting in Colorado. It's sad that as a country not only do we have to worry about the terrors brought on by outsiders but by those of our own kin. People raised in the same culture as us, watching the same television programs, listening to the same songs on the radio, and following the same politics and entertainment. You can't help but think why... read more.

• July 20, 2012
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By Natalie Contreras, Posted in Yahoo Articles

Marissa Mayer should be given a round of applause for taking a leap as Yahoo CEO. As if that isn't enough on her plate; she is a mommy-to-be and a true nerd. Mayer is a great role model for girlies growing up in today's society especially when all we see are Kim Kardashian's and Paris Hilton's everywhere. Mayer is determined to surpass Facebook and Google as Yahoo's new CEO. Yahoo has been lagging behind tech gurus such as Facebook and Google since they were introduced to the tech game. Although Yahoo... read more.

• July 20, 2012
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By Natalie Contreras, Posted in YouTube

"We are at an evolution point where pictures and video are the most powerful ways to get our stories across, but people need to have the option to protect themselves." -Sam Gregory YouTube introduced a new feature that allows its users to blur, or obscure, faces in their videos. Face Blurring will allow users to have a bit more privacy once uploading videos. This new feature was built to help dissidents worldwide. Protests and riots nationwide have given government forces countless reasons to ar... read more.

• July 19, 2012
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By Lauren Bozzi, Posted in SEO in New Jersey

SEO has become one of the most valuable tools in the world of online business, and rightfully so. For those who don't know, Search Engine Optimization is the process of making your website show up when people search for relevant content on sites such as Google. Without SEO utilization, it is exceedingly difficult to generate any traffic. Nothing about SEO is quick or simple; it is a very complex process that includes everything from understanding search engine algorithms to producing the most innovative... read more.

• July 18, 2012
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By Natalie Contreras, Posted in e-Marketing

Editorial Calendars can be quick, simple reference for smooth executions of Facebook posts, Tweets, Blogs, etc. Editorial Calendars will save you some time when you are in a pinch but are still determined to be social. Compiling pictures, quotes, ideas, etc. ahead of time will keep you on top of the game and social. It's key to use eye catching content that will cause other to want to interact with you and your brand. Also, it's crucial to not make mistakes be it grammar or spelling - readers will thi... read more.

• July 17, 2012
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