Friday, February 25, 2011

Q2 Interactive Media: Designing Websites To Compete In A Web 2.0 World. Is Your Business Web 2.0 Ready? - Web Design Colorado Springs Website Designer - Internet Marketing - ReachLocal Denver - Free Consultation (303) 498-9324 Internet Marketing Solutions

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Award Winning Website Design For Rescue Mission Website : Q2 Interactive Media Focuses On Website Design For Rescue Missions

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Q2 Interactive Media recently built an award winning website design for the Springs Rescue Mission located in Colorado Springs, CO. The focus of Springs Rescue Mission is "to partner with and engage the local church and community to serve the poor and homeless, feed the hungry, and minister to the addicted with the transforming message of the Gospel."

The new website design for the rescue mission helps to engage their volunteer base in the community, generate financial donations online, create a strong community network of indviduals, businesses and other non profits.

Q2 Interactive Media specializes in working with the following areas:

To contact Q2 Interactive Media, call (719) 266-2299 or visit them online at www.Q2IM.com.

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Thursday, February 24, 2011

A Video About San Jose Internet Marketing Consultant Talal Melhem - San Jose ReachLocal Internet Marketing Consultant : Talal Melhem, San Jose, CA

2012 Hyundai Veloster Coming This Summer! - ReachLocal - Auto Dealership Marketing Consultant Karen Shenefelt , Greenwood Village, CO

2012 Hyundai Veloster Coming This Summer!

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The Fabulous 2012 Hyundai Veloster Is Coming Soon!  Check out the article below about details on the new 2012 Veloster.

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"With the demise of the Tiburon, Hyundai was left with no affordable front-drive sports coupe. That changes this summer, when the Veloster goes on sale, priced at about $17,500. With a glass rear hatch, two doors on the passenger side and bold styling, the Veloster is tough to categorize, but Hyundai sees it competing with the likes of the Honda CR-Z."

Karen Shenefelt is an Automotive Internet Marketing Consultant with ReachLocal. To learn more about marketing your auto dealership online, call me today!  (303)912-5661

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ReachLocal : Watch The New Video Of Our Award Winning Web Presence Optimization (WPO) Service Called ReachCast. - Web Presence Optimization (WPO) - Internet Marketing - ReachLocal Denver - Free Consultation (303) 498-9324 Internet Marketing Solutions In D

ReachLocal : Watch The New Video Of Our Award Winning Web Presence Optimization (WPO) Service Called ReachCast.

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Last updated 8 hours 41 minutes ago

Is your business Web 2.0 Ready? ReachLocal just released this new video about their new award winning social media platform called ReachCast.  Check it out!

ReachCast helps small to medium sized businesses create, manage & distribute relevant keyword rich content out to hundreds of relevant websites, blogs, article sites, forums, review sites & more! Web presence optimization (WPO) is the new search engine optimization (SEO), let us show you how your business can compete in a Web 2.0 world.

Your customers are talking about you, without you. Don't you think it's time to join the conversation online? Let us show you how to manage, retain & grow your client base with ReachCast.

Art Ruiz Jr is a Web Presence Optimization (WPO) expert with ReachLocal Denver. To learn more about ReachCast, call me today @ (303) 498-9324.

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Friday, February 18, 2011

Important Tips On Claiming Your Google Map Listings: Social Media Marketing Colorado Springs - Client Casts - Internet Marketing - ReachLocal Denver - Free Consultation (303) 498-9324 Internet Marketing Solutions In Denver

Important Tips On Claiming Your Google Map Listings: Social Media Marketing Colorado Springs

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I came across this article and I thougt it was very helpful. Check it out.

http://social-one-media.blogspot.com/2011/02/social-media-marketing-in-colorado.html

"Let's be real, social media marekting in Colorado Springs means more than just Facebook and Twitter.  Map applications play a key role in social media, if people can't find your business, your business will not live up to its full potential. Today, many people are using not just Google, Yahoo and Bing maps, but also applications on their phones and GPS units.  It's actually rather ironic how a business owner will use their phone, their Facebook page, as well as search engines to find information they need.  And yet, they've forgotten to make sure their customers/clients can find them in the same manner."

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Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Lasik Marketing: Online Media Solutions For The Healthcare Marketing Field.

The effectiveness of your advertising efforts could make or break your business. There are many different marketing solutions for products and services. You are going to want to take in to account the fact that you are probably operating out of a specific location when looking for different lasik marketing ideas.

These Lasik centers are usually run out of a certain location. Services offered worldwide are going to be marketed in a completely different way than a business that operates locally. For example an internet campaign that advertises globally probably is not necessary for a locally run business. When it comes to healthcare marketing, we can help you with your strategy.

It is crucial to consider different local advertising methods along with a local web based campaign. You may find it more beneficial to focus more time on these other local marketing methods. Other local business, billboards, radio, mailers, and your local newspapers are all different methods you may want to consider.

A newspaper ad can be an effective and less expensive way to advertise. The nice thing about newspapers is you do not have to commit to advertising for a long amount of time. Local mailers can be an even more effective method but they are also going to come with a higher price.

Art Ruiz Jr is Healthcare Marketing expert with ReachLocal.  Call today for a free consultation @ (303) 498-9324.

All-New 2011 Ford Explorer - ReachLocal - Auto Dealership Marketing Consultant Karen Shenefelt , Greenwood Village, CO

All-New 2011 Ford Explorer

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Ford takes it again! The Ford Explorer was named the 2011 Truck of the year in North America. A new look and packed with technology, you need to check it out! See the article below for details about All-New Ford Explorer winning 2011 North American truck of the year!

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“It’s a proud moment for Ford, our employees and our customers to have Explorer named North American Truck of the Year,” said Mark Fields, Ford president of The Americas. “Winning this honor for the third consecutive year confirms our One Ford plan is working to deliver vehicles people truly want and value, with industry-leading quality, fuel efficiency, safety and smart technology.”

"The new Ford Explorer is America’s most fuel-efficient full-size SUV, with an EPA-rated 17 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway with the standard V6 engine. Technologies include twin independent variable camshaft timing (Ti-VCT), a six-speed automatic transmission, electric power-assisted steering (EPAS) and aggressive deceleration fuel shutoff. The new Explorer also offers a wind-skimming aerodynamic shape to maximize fuel economy."

Karen Shenefelt is an Automotive Internet Marketing Consultant with ReachLocal. To learn more about marketing your auto dealership online, call me today!  (303)912-5661

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Denver Automotive Marketing Consultant - ReachLocal - Auto Dealership Marketing Consultant Karen Shenefelt , Greenwood Village, CO

Denver Automotive Marketing Consultant

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I am the Automotive Internet Marketing Consultant in Denver for ReachLocal.  While all Dealerships are looking for the best results in Internet Marketing, the ulitmate goal is to increase sales.  ReachLocal is a technology company founded in 2004. and we run over 1200 Automotive Dealerships in the Nation! We are able to optimize for each specific dealer with our Proprietary Technology  and will optimize campaigns in near real time.  Based on which keyword is bringing in the best quality traffic and/or which website is delivering the best engagement, we will move your internet ads to where we are spending your ad dollars in the most efficent way possible to bring the best quality traffic to your website!

To get more information on how to effectively optimize your internet traffic to your website and drive a very solid ROI for your Internet Marketing Initiatives.

Karen Shenefelt is an Internet Marketing Consultant who specializes in the automotive industry if you would like to contact her please call 720.746.7800 ext 110 or email her at karen.shenefelt@reachlocal.com.

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Asthma & Allergy Clinic Marketing: Social Media Marketing & Management For A Social World. - Healthcare Marketing Ideas - Internet Marketing - ReachLocal Denver - Free Consultation (303) 498-9324 Internet Marketing Solutions In Denver

Asthma & Allergy Clinic Marketing: Social Media Marketing & Management For A Social World.

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Last updated 15 minutes ago

Healthcare marketing has changed over the last couple of years. Social media marketing & management now plays an important part in your Asthma & Allergy Practice.

Art Ruiz Jr is a Healthcare Marketing Expert with ReachLocal. We specialize in integrating social media marketing strategies into Asthma & Allergy Practices. For more information, call me at (303) 498-9324.

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Asthma & Allergy Clinic Website Design - Healthcare Marketing Ideas - Internet Marketing - ReachLocal Denver - Free Consultation (303) 498-9324 Internet Marketing Solutions In Denver

Asthma & Allergy Clinic Website Design

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Last updated 3 minutes ago

Asthma & Allergy Practice Website Design: When was the last time your website was updated? Does it reflect a web 2.0 world?

Art Ruiz Jr is an healthcare online media strategist with ReachLocal. Call me today for a free consultation @ (303) 498-9324.

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Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Internet Marketing Lasik Marketing Ideas

Effective Solutions For Lasik Marketing Ideas


There is a wide array of marketing opportunities when it comes to different services or products. The effectiveness of your marketing efforts could make or break your business. When looking for lasik marketing ideas you are going to need to account for the fact that this service has to be performed at a specific location.

Some products or services can be shipped anywhere in the world. These products are generally marketed completely different than products or services that are offered at a specific location. Lasik centers generally operate out of a specific location. An internet campaign that advertises globally would not be very effective in this case.

You may want to consider a lot of different local advertising and not focus as much on web advertising. Though there are different ways to market to local consumers on the internet, it is also going to be crucial to have advertising other than the internet. Different local advertising may consist of sending out mailers to consumers, advertising in the local newspaper, possible billboard advertising, radio advertising, and you may consider teaming up with local a business network to advertise in other stores.

Chances are there is an advertising company in your area that offers to put your ad in one of there weekly or monthly mailers. This can be an effective way to get your Lasik business noticed but it is generally very expensive using lasik marketing that makes sense. An alternative to that might be to take an ad out in one of your local newspapers. This can sometimes be a lot cheaper and you do not have to commit to a newspaper for a long amount of time.

Art Ruiz Jr is a Lasik marketing expert with ReachLocal Denver. To learn more about marketing your Lasik Practice, call me today @ (303) 498-9324.

 

Are You Looking To Purchase A Car? - ReachLocal - Auto Dealership Marketing Consultant Karen Shenefelt , Greenwood Village, CO

Are You Looking To Purchase A Car?

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Looking to buy a car? A new car, Pre-owned car, Lease a car?  Decisions, Decisions!  Buying a car today seems to be such a burden on people because there are so many options.  Purchasing a brand new car is ideal for most people, but does it make sense financially?  Check out the article below on comparing the purchase of a new car vs. used car vs. leasing.  

 

"It’s the dilemma that every car buyer has grappled with at least once: should I go with a new, used or leased vehicle?  

Unforgiving frugalists will tell you that “new vehicles lose 10% of their value the second they are driven off the lot” and consider the case closed. Quality-of-life seekers will argue that the value they receive from owning the car that they’ve always wanted brand new – whether purchased or leased – is priceless.

Wherever you stand on the issue, it’s important to at least crunch the numbers, understand your purchasing style and take a holistic approach to deciding on your next car. Here’s how."

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Karen Shenefelt is an Automotive Internet Marketing Consultant with ReachLocal. To learn more about marketing your auto dealership online, call me today!  (303)912-5661

 

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Monday, February 14, 2011

The Fabulous 2012 Jetta Is Coming Soon - ReachLocal - Auto Dealership Marketing Consultant Karen Shenefelt , Greenwood Village, CO

The Fabulous 2012 Jetta Is Coming Soon

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The Fabulous 2012 Jetta Is Coming Soon!  Check out the article below about details on the new 2012 Jetta.

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"When Volkswagen first debuted the new-for-2011 Jetta sedan, we were told that a total of four engine choices would be available. The standard Jetta makes use of the naturally aspirated 2.0- and 2.5-liter mills, as well as the much-loved 2.0-liter TDI powerplant. The final engine in this set – Volkswagen's turbocharged 2.0-liter four – now makes its debut under the hood of the 2012 Jetta GLI, which gets its official reveal at this week's Chicago Auto Show."  


Karen Shenefelt is an Automotive Internet Marketing Consultant with ReachLocal. To learn more about marketing your auto dealership online, call me today!  (303)912-5661

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Wednesday, February 9, 2011

VA Loans: What They Are and Who Qualifies - American Home Funding, Greenwood Village, CO

VA Loans: What They Are and Who Qualifies

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VA loans are loans that are underwritten by the US Department of Veteran Affairs, designed to allow veterans to obtain a mortgage loan. Denver military personnel, either active or retired, may qualify to participate in this home loan program.

These types of home loans assist veterans who wish to finance a home but face difficulty securing a private loan. They usually do not require a down payment and carry no mortgage insurance premiums. There are 3 ways that you can qualify for a VA loan:

  1. If you are a veteran who is either on active duty or has served on active duty in the past.
  2. If you are a veteran who has never served on active duty, but was on reserve for active duty or a member of the National Guard reserve.
  3. If you are a surviving spouse of a veteran who meets the criteria for this type of eligibility, provided that you have not remarried.

If you want to apply for a VA home loan in Denver, then you’ll need to find a lender that participates in the program. You’ll also need to obtain a certificate of eligibility from the US Department of Veteran Affairs that proves you are qualified to take out this type of loan.

If you are applying for a VA loan as a surviving spouse, then the death must have occurred while the serviceman was on active duty or their disability resulted directly from a service-related occurrence. These types of home loans can be a big help for military personnel and their families, but it is important that all of the appropriate steps are taken to avoid voiding your eligibility.

If you are interested in a VA loan, then Derrick Strauss and the staff here at American Home Funding can help. We’ll show you how to pre-qualify, help you through the required paperwork, and even have tools like a loan calculator for Denver residents to use. Contact us today to learn more about obtaining a VA home loan.

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Monday, February 7, 2011

Non Profit Social Media Marketing & Management

Social media has become a critical component for non profits around the country. Reaching your clients, donor & volunteer bases has changed with Web 2.0. If you non profit is not leveraging social media yet, consider joining the conversation.

Click here to download:
Non-Profit-Social-Media-Marketing.mp4 (5717 KB)

We can help your organization with:

  • Non Profit Marketing
  • Non Profit Social Media Marketing & Management
  • Volunteer Building Strategies
  • Donor Building Strategies

Shelley Ruiz Is A Social Media Marketing Expert Specializing In Working With Non Profits. For A Free Consultation, Please Call (719) 205-3033 Or Find Us On The Web @ www.SocialOneMedia.com

Q2 Interactive Media: Website Design Firm In Denver & Colorado Springs Has A New Look! - ReachLocal Denver - Free Consultation (303) 498-9324 Internet Marketing Solutions In Denver

Q2 Interactive Media: Website Design Firm In Denver & Colorado Springs Has A New Look!

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Q2 Interactive Media has just launched their new website. They can help you with:

  • Custom Website Design
  • E-Commerce Websites
  • Website Development
  • Landing Pages
  • Interactive Web Response Sites
  • Domain Name Purchases
  • E-Newsletter Management
  • Email Marketing Campaigns
  • Content Writing
  • Website Hosting
  • CRM Systems (Client Relationship Management)
  • Flash Development
  • Design Services

Q2 Interactive Media has been working with clients in Colorado Springs & Denver for over 10 years. If you want your website to be Web 2.0 ready, give them a call today.

Q2InteractiveMedia.com

Office (719) 266-2299

219 W. Colorado Avenue Suite 200 Colorado Springs, CO 80903

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Did Google Kill The Search Engine Optimization (SEO) On Your Website? Redefining How Local Businesses Need To Compete Online To Win. - Web Presence Optimization (WPO) - Internet Marketing - ReachLocal Denver - Free Consultation (303) 498-9324 Internet Ma

Did Google Kill The Search Engine Optimization (SEO) On Your Website? Redefining How Local Businesses Need To Compete Online To Win.

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Last updated 10 hours ago

To understand the changes that Google is making to it's search results, you should know this first. According to www.Wikipedia.com, they define an algorithm in this way. "In mathematics and computer science, an algorithm is an effective method expressed as a finite list of well-defined instructions for calculating a function." Simply put, Google changed the way the search engine ranking game is being played by redefining their proprietary search engine ranking algorithm.

When Google showed up on the map years ago, they did one thing better than any other search engine had done. They provided us with a better user experience. We were able to think it, type it, and find it. That "better user experience" model is still what separates Google from every other search engine online today. When Google is indexing billions of pages of website content online, they are asking themselves this question about your website. "How relevant is this website, to the industry that this business is in, within the area that this business serves?" When your website is ranked and compared to your peers in the local marketplace by Google, the perceived relevancy and authority that they have now assigned to you is determining how often, where and when your site shows up on their search engine.

Essentially, web presence optimization (WPO) has replaced traditional search engine optimization (SEO).  Google didn't kill the search engine optimization (SEO) on your website, they are just forcing your business to be more relevant in the local marketplace. Be relevant or be invisible. Here is a very high level overview of what the new Google algorithm looks at when determining your business ranking. (Website Relevancy) + (Business Online Reputation) + (Business Social Authority) = Higher Organic Rankings.

Let's look at website relevancy first.  There are two main components that make up website relevancy; content & inbound links. Content has always been an important part of SEO, now it's a critical part of the equation. Google wants to see new, relevant content on your website as often as possible. Let's think about this from Google's perspective. If you are creating new, relevant content that pertains to your business niche, Google perceives you to be an authority in the local marketplace which means higher organic rankings! Don't have a blog on your website? It's time to get one. Don't have time to write blog posts or articles once or twice a week, consider outsourcing that task as well.  The second part of the equation is relevant inbound or incoming links to your website. Who else thinks that your business and website are relevant in the marketplace? Social bookmarking sites such as Reddit.com, StumbleUpon.com & Digg.com have gained in popularity because of their ability to help create relevant inbound links to websites. Niche forums, industry blogs, directories, article sites, & content sites all provide fantastic relevant incoming links into your website as well. Take the time to create your content and link-back strategy for your business. Web Presence Optimization (WPO) is here to stay.

Now let's look at your business online reputation. According to Kudzu.com, it's estimated that 87% of consumers trust peer to peer recommendations. Your online reputation is comprised of review sites such as your Google Places listing, HotPot, CitySearch, Yelp, & insider pages. What people read about you is more important than what you say about yourself. Don't you think that it's time your business joined that online conversation? Reviews & review sites are powerful ways to get the attention of the search engines really quick. Have you noticed that when you are searching on Google Places, sites that have larger number of reviews typically come up more frequently than those that don't? The businesses that don't have any reviews are the ones that rarely ever show up in the map listings. It's very important to claim, create or update your listing and get it as completely filled out with services, pictures & videos as possible. Once you have done all of that, starting asking your customers and vendors to start posting reviews for you.  Within a few weeks, youshould start to notice a difference in your page rankings.

The final component is your business social authority. Although this part sounds more like a business popularity contest,

it helps to determine relevancy within your nich and within your marketplace for the search engines. What type of social sites and social feedback are being factored in? Facebook fan pages, Twitter, YouTube are some of the sites taken into consideration. Retweets, youtube video views, mentions, recommendations, followers, and articles posted are all important within the context of your business social authority.

When you factor in the 3 pieces to this new algorithm (Website Relevancy) + (Business Online Reputation) + (Business Social Authority) = Higher Organic Rankings, it's easy to see how traditional search engine optimization (SEO) efforts are becoming less effective in this new environment. Web Presence Optimization (WPO) is the new Search Engine Optimization (SEO).

Art Ruiz Jr is a Web Presence Optimization (WPO) expert with ReachLocal Denver. Still have questions? Call me today at (303) 498-9324 for a free consultation.

Disclaimer: The postings of opinions on this site are my own and do not necessarily reflect those of ReachLocal, Inc., its management, employees, clients or publishers.

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Thursday, February 3, 2011

MacKenzie Counseling

Counseling & Therapy Services In Colorado Springs

  • Addiction Counseling
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Family Therapy
  • Individual Therapy & Counseling
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Jim MacKenzie

MacKenzie Counseling

218 E. Cache La Poudre St

Colorado Springs, CO 80903

Office (719) 200-5300

www.MacKenzieCounseling.com