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Google has publicly committed to December 31 as a deadline for improving how independent publishers appear in search results. This timeline emerged during an exchange on X between Danny Sullivan, Google’s Search Liaison, and several concerned publishers. A Turning Point for Independent Publishers? The exchange began with Jonathan Jones sharing notes from a discussion where Google addressed concerns about independent content creators. Danny covers “independent” content creators. “How do we spend more time to guide smaller independent sites to succeed” Reference to a trip to Zurich where they discussed how they could do more. What could they do internally. Reference…
You probably already know that you can use developer tools in your browser to make on-the-spot changes to a webpage — simply click the node in the Inspector and make your edits. But have you tried document.designMode? Victor Ayomipo explains how it can be used to preview content changes and demonstrates several use cases where it comes in handy for everything from basic content editing to improving team collaboration.So, you just deployed a change to your website. Congrats! Everything went according to plan, but now that you look at your work in production, you start questioning your change. Perhaps that…
Barry Schwartz is the CEO of RustyBrick and a technologist, a New York Web service firm specializing in customized online technology that helps companies decrease costs and increase sales. Barry is also the founder of the Search Engine Roundtable and the News Editor of Search Engine Land. He is well known & respected for his expertise in the search marketing industry. He only provides consulting services to expert SEOs and also performs search marketing expert witness services. Barry graduated from the City University of New York and lives with his family in the NYC region. You can follow Barry on…
With the advancement in technology, new products are being released every single day, making it hard to keep up-to-date with the latest offerings. So, where do you go if you want to upgrade your current tech set-up but do not know if what you are targeting is good per se? Tech influencers are some of the most reliable individuals for tech recommendations and reviews. While there are many renowned international tech influencers, such as @mkbhd, @unboxtherapy, and @mrwhosetheboss, there are up-and-coming local tech influencers that you might not be familiar with. In this article, we have compiled five tech social…
When Google launched the March 2025 core update last week, Google said there will be a series of improvements aimed to help “better surface relevant, satisfying content” from content creators “thoughtout this year.” But you should not expect all sites to fully recover by the end of the 2025 year, that simply won’t happen. What Google said. Danny Sullivan, the Google Search Liaison, in a conversation on X with Travel blogger, Nate Hank, explained that there is a caveat to the statement about surfacing those sites better in Google Search again. Sullivan wrote, “With the important caveat that this doesn’t…
A clean and minimal design plays an important role in making a successful slideshow for presentations. As Guy Kawasaki once said, “Simple and to the point is always the best way to get your point across.” So today, we want to do just that. This collection includes only simple and minimalist Google Slides themes for designing slide decks that can grab attention. With these slide layouts, you can effectively highlight your content on each slide to get your point across to your audience without any distractions. Whether you’re looking to create a startup pitch deck or an event presentation, there…
I have been running a blog since 2008, so I have plenty of firsthand experience in blogging and recognize how excellent a platform it is for sharing ideas, promoting your business, and engaging with a wider audience. To make sure that your bases are covered, from having a proper privacy policy, to making sure you are not gathering the email address of readers without their consent, it is vital to familiarize yourself with copyright laws, privacy regulations, and FTC disclosure rules. Although I am not a lawyer, and you should certainly seek legal advice to confirm the information I have…
Barry Schwartz is the CEO of RustyBrick and a technologist, a New York Web service firm specializing in customized online technology that helps companies decrease costs and increase sales. Barry is also the founder of the Search Engine Roundtable and the News Editor of Search Engine Land. He is well known & respected for his expertise in the search marketing industry. He only provides consulting services to expert SEOs and also performs search marketing expert witness services. Barry graduated from the City University of New York and lives with his family in the NYC region. You can follow Barry on…
A well-designed website isn’t just about words and visuals. It’s about efficiency, responsiveness, and seamless user experience. Without these elements, even the best content can fall flat. Today’s designers must juggle creativity, functionality, and performance while keeping up with evolving tools and technologies. AI-powered and professional-grade tools can simplify this process, helping you work smarter and deliver high-quality results – without unnecessary friction. The challenge? The sheer number of design tools available is overwhelming, making it difficult to pinpoint the ones that genuinely enhance your workflow. That’s why we’ve done the heavy lifting for you. In this guide, we highlight…
It’s almost the greatest (read: most confusing) time of year! Tax season is almost here! And you know what that means. Yes, it means it’s time to send your accountant every last receipt you’ve had in the past year and hope to whatever deity you worship that they can find a way to turn a McDonald’s trip into a write-off. But, on the off chance (read: likely chance) you’re not getting as many write-offs as you’re hoping for, it’s *really* important that you don’t accidentally end up overpaying on taxes you don’t need to pay. So, here’s a handy guide…