design - SE Members Blog post - syndication express2024-03-29T16:03:07Zhttps://syndicationexpress.ning.com/profiles/blogs/feed/tag/designProducts to Make Blogging Easierhttps://syndicationexpress.ning.com/profiles/blogs/products-to-make-blogging-easier2014-05-03T02:30:00.000Z2014-05-03T02:30:00.000ZTimothy Ellerhttps://syndicationexpress.ning.com/members/TimothyEller<div><p><br /> <br /> There are an assortment of products which can simplify the process of blogging. Although blogging is not a difficult process there can be some aspects of blogging which are overwhelming to new bloggers or bloggers who do not have a great deal of Internet experience. These products can be very beneficial to the blogger by simplifying the design process or helping to make the blog more appealing to blog readers. This article will discuss some of the products currently available to make blogging easier including blogging software programs, website design software and keyword generators. <br /> <br /> <strong>Blogging Software Programs</strong><br /> <br /> Blogging software programs are some of the most obvious programs which make blogging easier. These programs are readily available and many of them are free to use. <a href="http://topqualitycontent.timsleads.com/" target="_blank">Blogging software</a> programs can greatly simplify the process of publishing a blog especially if the blogger employs the templates included in these programs. In some cases the act of publishing a blog once the blog has been set up may be as simple as typing the text of the blog into a text editor and pressing a button to publish the blog. However, there will be some work required of the blogger upfront to set up the layout of the blog. <br /> <br /> Even the design process is greatly simplified by these programs especially if the blogger opts to use the templates in the program. The blogger may only have to scroll through a list of options and select those which he finds most appealing. Based on these selections the software will generate the blog with the appropriate layout, colors, fonts and even advertising options. More ambitious bloggers may opt to utilize their programming skills to customize these templates but this is not necessary and the blog will function sufficiently without any additional customization. <br /> <br /> <strong>Website Design Software</strong><br /> <br /> Website design software can also be a useful tool for new bloggers who want to <a href="http://shareyourworld.info/" target="_blank">create a blog</a> which is aesthetically appealing and also functional. These software programs make it possible for bloggers who do not have any design experience to create a blog with a unique appearance. When using this type of software the blogger can scroll through options, make changes on the fly, preview changes and even upload photos for use in the blog. As these changes are made in the software design program the code for these design options is automatically generated, updated and stored as necessary. <br /> <br /> <strong>Keyword Generators</strong><br /> <br /> Bloggers who are trying to attract a great deal of web traffic to a website should also consider the use of keyword generator to assist them in determining which keywords they should be using in their blog. The blogger may want to make the blog interesting and informative as a priority but the judicious use of keywords throughout the blog and in the code of the blog can contribute to higher search engine rankings for the blog. This is important because high search engine rankings often translate to high blog traffic. This is because Internet users heavily rely on search engines to assist them in finding the best websites which pertain to certain keywords which are used during searches. These high search engine rankings essentially act as free advertising for the blog owner because Internet users expect the highest ranking websites to be the most informative websites so they are likely to visit blogs which rank well with search engines as opposed to blogs which are buried on later pages of search results.</p><p></p><p></p><p>Timothy Eller</p><p></p><h2><a href="http://shareyourworld.info/" target="_blank">Step-by- Step Video System Reveals</a></h2><h2><a href="http://shareyourworld.info/" target="_blank">a Simple and Effective Way To Make</a></h2><h2><a href="http://shareyourworld.info/" target="_blank">$100 Per Day Blogging!</a></h2><p></p><p></p><p></p></div>Retirement: Now or Later?https://syndicationexpress.ning.com/profiles/blogs/retirement-now-or-later2014-03-05T17:28:12.000Z2014-03-05T17:28:12.000ZAngela Valadezhttps://syndicationexpress.ning.com/members/AngelaValadez<div><h4><strong><span>In order to be able to retire well without having to be concerned or worried about running out of money, you must first figure out exactly how much money you really need. </span></strong></h4><p></p><p><a href="http://angelavaladez.net/" target="_blank"><img src="http://empoweringyourvision.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/retirement.jpg?width=259" width="259" class="align-center" alt="retirement.jpg?width=259" /></a></p><p></p><p><span><em><strong><span>“Too little money makes people desperate; too much money makes people greedy” – Aristotle</span></strong></em></span></p><p></p><p><em><strong><span>“As far as your personal goals are and what you actually want to do with your life, it should never have to do with the government. You should never depend on the government for your retirement, your financial security, for anything. If you do, you’re screwed.”–Drew Carey</span></strong></em></p><p></p><p><em><strong><span>“To enjoy a long, comfortable retirement, save more today.”–Suze Orman</span></strong></em></p><p></p><p><a href="http://angelavaladez.net/" target="_blank"><img src="http://empoweringyourvision.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/retirement1.jpg?width=300" width="300" class="align-center" alt="retirement1.jpg?width=300" /></a></p><p> </p><p><span>Those in the financial industry will tell you many things, but we must remember that they increase their profits by selling more financial products. These can include mutual funds, GIC’s, IRA, RRSP’s, bonds, stocks, IPO’s, life insurance and a range of other products. Many times you will be asked to save as much as possible for as long as possible, regardless of how much you need. But the truth is: Only you can answer that by determining what kind of lifestyle you desire.</span></p><p></p><p><em><strong><span>“I love the Roth IRA. Tax-free income in retirement is a truly great deal.”–Suze Orman</span></strong></em></p><p><a href="http://angelavaladez.net/" target="_blank"><img src="http://empoweringyourvision.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/retirement2.jpg?width=209" width="209" class="align-center" alt="retirement2.jpg?width=209" /></a></p><h5><strong><span>Here’s a story which illustrates this (Retirement: Now or Later?)</span></strong></h5><p></p><p>A few years ago, a very rich businessman decided to take a vacation to a small tropical island in the South Pacific. He had worked hard all his life and had decided that now is the time to enjoy the fruits of his labor. He’s excited about visiting the island because he’s heard that there is incredible fishing there. He loved fishing as a young boy, but hadn't gone in years because he had been so busy working to save for his retirement.</p><p></p><p>On the first day, he had his breakfast and headed to the beach. The time is around 9:30 am. On the beach he spots a fisherman coming in with a large bucket filled with fish!</p><p></p><p>“How long did you fish for that catch?” he asks.</p><p></p><p>The fisherman looks at the businessman with a wide grin across his face and explains that he fishes for about three hours every day. The businessman then asks him why he returned so quickly because due to the haul the fisherman has, he’s worried that all the fish are gone.</p><p></p><p>“Don’t worry”, says the fisherman, “There’s still plenty of fish out there.”</p><p></p><p>Dumbfounded, the businessman asked the fisherman why he didn’t continue catching more fish. The fisherman patiently explains that what he caught is all he needs.</p><p></p><p>“I’ll spend the rest of the day playing with my family, talking with my friends and maybe drinking a little wine. After that I’ll relax on the beach.</p><p></p><p>Now the rich businessman figures he needs to teach this peasant fisherman a thing or two. So he explains to him that he should stay out all day and catch more fish. Then he would be able to save up the extra money he makes and buy an even bigger boat to catch even more fish. Then he would be able to keep reinvesting his profits in even more boats and hire many other fishermen to work for him. Then, if he really works hard, in 20 or 30 years he’ll be a very rich man indeed.</p><p></p><p>The businessman feels pleased that he’s helped teach this simple fellow how to become rich. However, the fisherman looks at the businessman with a puzzled look on his face and asks him what was he suppose to do after he became very rich. So the businessman responds quickly:</p><p></p><p>“You can spend time with your family, talk with your friends, and maybe drink a little wine. Or you could just relax on the beach.”</p><p></p><p>You see, this is a very simple story, but depending on the lifestyle you want – you may be closer to retirement than you think.</p><p></p><p>It’s quite easy to say that having money is not important; but from one who at one time or another having been in the position of wondering how you are going to eat as a child, I can honestly say and understand that having money is better than not.</p><p></p><p>How much money is yet another question only you can decide; but having the power to pursue your dreams comfortably is bliss.</p><p></p><p><span><em><strong>“Financial literacy is an issue that should command our attention because many Americans are not adequately organizing finances for their education, healthcare and retirement.”–Ron Lewis</strong></em></span></p><p></p><p><strong>Here is a basic formula you can use to help you calculate how much you really need to retire:</strong></p><p></p><p><strong>Total current income (your salary) – taxes – work expenses – all debt interest (be debt free before you retire!) + New lower tax expenses (investment tax vs. earned income tax) + costs of your hobbies and desired lifestyle = How much do you need every year after taxes?</strong></p><p></p><p>Your outcome will determine whether you are ready for <a href="http://angelavaladez.net/" target="_blank">Retirement now or later.</a></p><p></p><p><a href="http://empoweringyourvision.com/dir/retirement/" target="_blank">If you enjoyed this article, please “Like and Share.”</a></p><p></p><p><strong>Angela Valadez</strong></p><p> </p><div class="sociable"><div class="sociable_tagline">Be Sociable, Share</div></div></div>Web Design 101: Simplicity Is Functionalityhttps://syndicationexpress.ning.com/profiles/blogs/web-design-101-simplicity-is-functionality2014-03-04T20:42:47.000Z2014-03-04T20:42:47.000ZMerle Gibbinshttps://syndicationexpress.ning.com/members/MerleGibbins<div><p><a href="http://merlesmlmsuccess.com/web-design-101-simplicity-is-functionality/web-design-101"><img class="size-full wp-image-3867" title="web-design-101…-functionality " alt="Web Design 101" src="http://merlesmlmsuccess.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/Web-Design-101.jpg" width="252" height="200" /></a></p><p class="wp-caption-text">Web Design 101</p><p>The image your company portrays will always have a huge impact on your success rate, and this, you probably know by now. 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