Google Reviews ~ Both Business and Personal When business owners think about Google Reviews they are thinking about getting them for their business.  Do you realize that Google creates a Places page for each Reviewer?  How can you use this to your advantage in your business?  Ever wonder what your Places page looks like?  What can it do for you? Where to find your Places Page If you have not given any reviews in Google you will not have one.  My first challenge to you is to go and review some of your favorite businesses!  For everyone else you can find your personal Places pages by clicking the link in your personal profile.  To find the link go to: Your Google + account Click on Profile (icons on the left…

YouTube turned 18 this week. The video giant was founded on Valentine’s day in 2005. Do you remember the first YouTube video you watched?  #YouTube #18thBirthday #ThrowbackThursday https://interestingengineering.com/culture/youtubes-history-and-its-impact-on-the-internet

Have you been nagged by a full-screen popup advertising Microsoft 365 in Windows 10? It’s hard to get rid of and may sign you up to a free trial – even if you decline it. Annoying! #Windows10 #Microsoft365 #PopupWindow https://www.techradar.com/news/windows-10-popup-bug-is-blocking-people-from-accessing-their-desktops

Are cybercriminals eyeing up your small business? Without proper cybersecurity, your finances, reputation, and customer trust could be lost in a flash. Take action now to protect your livelihood. Invest in cybersecurity training, tools, and MSPs. When was your last cybersecurity health check?

While some types of cancer are more dangerous than others, one of the main causes of death among people who suffer from cancer is not detecting it early enough. Many of the causes of death are also preventable, which include everything from physical inactivity to smoking. Taking steps to reduce these risk factors may allow you to lower your risk of developing cancer. Factors That Could Increase Your Risk for Cancer The factors that can or do increase a person’s risk of cancer include: Infections Radiation Tobacco use and cigarette smoking Immunosuppressive medicines Alcohol A poor diet Obesity Physical inactivity Certain environmental risk factors Steps You Can Take to Lower Your Risk of Cancer There are many steps you can take to reduce yo…

Does your cyber security policy prioritize prevention over detection? It could be like locking your doors and windows when there’s already an intruder hiding in the basement #CyberSecurity #LayeredSecurity #DetectionAndMonitoring https://www.techradar.com/news/many-security-teams-are-prioritizing-prevention-over-detection-with-disastrous-results

No surprise given all the hype, but ChatGPT has become the fastest growing app ever. It’s even beaten TikTok to the title. Have you tried it yet?  #ChatGPT #OpenAI #FastestGrowingApp https://www.zdnet.com/article/chatgpt-just-became-the-fastest-growing-app-of-all-time/

What a way to end the week! Had a great time at the unveiling of the Phoenix Mural in Midtown. (10th and Peachtree St. NE) Photography has been a huge part of my life the past few years, and this is a huge milestone for me as this is my first photograph to be used in an exhibition. Thank you, Atlanta Celebrates Photography for using one of my photos.

Phishing scams are a huge risk to productivity because email is such a useful and universal tool. That’s why we work so hard with our clients to improve email security #EmailSecurity #BusinessProductivity #EmailTools https://www.zdnet.com/article/email-is-our-greatest-productivity-tool-thats-why-phishing-is-so-dangerous-to-everyone/

Thinking about bringing your hybrid teams back to the office? Removing that flexibility could affect staff retention. Get in touch if you need help with your plans #HybridWorking #RetainingStaff #WFH https://www.itpro.com/business-strategy/flexible-working/369931/turning-back-the-clock-on-hybrid-work-is-a-huge-mistake

In a team sport, such as basketball or football, each player knowing their role—and their teammates’ roles—in a high-stakes situation can be the difference between winning and losing. In the same way, knowing the key stakeholders and critical roles within an organization can be the difference between being prepared for a security incident and allowing that security incident to cause chaos. Following the last two videos about incident response policies and procedures, Chris Cummings—CEO of Petra Technologies—defines the essential roles and responsibilities within the organization to ensure that if an incident does occur, everyone knows their part in the recovery plan. Contact Petra Technologies today if you have any questions about Incident…

We love this list of bygone tech. What’s on your desk right now that you’ll look back on with a sad tear in your eye?  #ObsoleteTech #FunnyFriday #DoYouRemember https://www.boredpanda.com/retro-tech-nostalgia-pics/

Blog Content: How to find Content for your Blog Finding content for your blog is not hard ~ it can come from your knowledge or someone else’s knowledge.  The best source is your knowledge.  Listen to the questions your clients ask you.  Answer these questions in a blog post.  If one person has a question you can assume your other potential clients also have the question.  The more you can get answered about your products or services the more qualified the leads your blog creates will be.  The easier they will be to convert into sales. I Do Not Have Time to Write a Blog Post I hear this a great deal.  Adding content to your website or blog does take time.  I think of it as time spent on marketing.…

How Do You Choose the Best Website Designer? If you think about it, millions of people look through different websites every day. The competition in the digital world is quite challenging for businesses and brands. It can be slightly tricky to generate interest among the target audience and bring them to your website. This is where hiring an experienced website designer could give you an advantage over the competitors. This can be difficult for startups and small businesses as it can be more expensive than other options. When you think about creating your website, it is also essential to think about long-term results. To help you make the right decision, let’s discuss some advantages you can get by hiring the best website designer. Modern W…

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Google Maps turns 18 this week! It was released for the first time on 8th February 2005. Where (quite literally) would we be without it today? #GoogleMaps #18thBirthday #ThrowbackThursday https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Google_Maps

Choosing the right web hosting solution for your enterprise is a big decision that requires further investigation. Many businesses are often torn between two specific hosting options – managed and shared. While both offer advantages, it’s important to understand the differences between the two in order to make the wisest decision for your business and infrastructure needs. So, what is managed hosting? What is it Managed Hosting? Managed hosting is the “done for you” service. The provider does the heavy lifting in terms of nerdy things like: Taking care of the server Dealing with backups and security Making sure the website software is updated regularly The customer, however, still retains overall control of the website layout, file system,…

It feels like the whole world is talking about AI right now. Microsoft research shows many people are hoping it will take over their mundane work tasks. What do you think? #AI #BusinessProductivity #AskUsForHelp https://www.zdnet.com/home-and-office/work-life/workers-want-more-ai-to-get-rid-of-their-office-busywork-says-microsoft-survey/

A breech pregnancy refers to the upside-down positioning of the baby in the womb. More specifically, it means that the baby’s feet, butt, or both are pointed downward, towards the birth canal, instead of the head. Technically, a baby isn’t breech until you have reached your 36th week of pregnancy and the baby still hasn’t naturally moved into the correct position. If you’re near your 36th week of pregnancy and can still feel your baby’s kicking near your lower baby bump, then you should have your doctor double-check to see if your baby is breech. Your doctor will test to see if you are experiencing a breech pregnancy by conducting an ultrasound test. Risk Factors for a Breech Pregnancy Although only 4% of expectant pregnancies are breech pr…

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