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Skype for Business

April 30, 2015 By Ryan O'Hara Leave a Comment

SkypeLast month, Microsoft released its vision video preview for Skype for Business, which suggested some major changes to ways we currently conduct business. The video shows a wrist-worn communication device that allows you to contact colleagues on the fly. It also illustrates how Skype can help people be virtually present in the office while actually working in the field. Skype-powered technology can integrate data into one space and share it on a big screen to facilitate brainstorming, can instantly translate speech into a number of languages, and even simulate a doctor’s house call – if what is depicted in the preview becomes a reality. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Blog, Internet, Microsoft, Small Business, Software

Social Media Hashtags, What Are They and How to Use Them?

April 27, 2015 By Ryan O'Hara Leave a Comment

HashtagAs we delve into our social media networks, like Instagram, Twitter, and Tumblr, it seems that hashtags – or little words and phrases preceded by the # symbol – are permeating everything in our feeds. This cryptic little symbol can actually make it easy to categorize posts and search for similar content, but more and more people seem to be using it outside of that purpose, which creates confusion about this practice as a whole.

Unlike many internet crazes, the emergence of the hashtag can actually be traced to its very first Tweet. Back in August 2007, Chris Messena, a former Google employee, wrote on Twitter: “how do you feel about using # (pound) for groups. As in #barcamp [msg]?” Granted, this single tweet didn’t revolutionize how we navigate social media all at once, it eventually did catch on. When used appropriately, they can gain much exposure for your business or things that interest you most. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Blog, Internet, Media, Small Business, Social Media

Three Great Gmail Tips

April 23, 2015 By Ryan O'Hara Leave a Comment

GMailAs Gmail continues to gain popularity, it only makes sense to unlock all its potential. Although you may be a computer whiz and think you know Gmail’s ins and outs, there may be some features lurking beneath the surface you never learned about. Read on to see if one of these Gmail tips can make your life just a little smoother:

Copy and Paste Your Images

Did you know you can entirely bypass the Insert Photo button when you need to attach a picture to the body of an email? All you have to do is right-click on the image you want to include, select Copy, and right-click inside your email and select Paste. It is no different than when you copy and paste text, and you eliminate the need to use up bandwidth by downloading photos to your computer then uploading them into your Gmail. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Blog, Email, Google, Internet

Five Great Outlook Tips

April 20, 2015 By Ryan O'Hara Leave a Comment

Outlook 2013Here are a few MS Outlook tips that you may not know and which could enhance your email experience with Outlook 2007, 2010, and 2013:

Make Folders for Frequent Searches

Instead of using complicated search criteria, here is a simpler way to perform frequent searches. Under the Folder tab, simply click “New Search Folder” and create a shortcut to eliminate typing. This is great for locating your emails from a particular person or just finding the messages marked as important. With set search folders, all you have to do to find what you need is to click on the search folder icon on the left-hand side of your Outlook screen. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Blog, Email, Internet, Microsoft, Small Business

How to Optimize Your Website Performance

April 13, 2015 By Ryan O'Hara Leave a Comment

Mobile Web DesignYour company’s website is intended to inform your customers about your product or service and ultimately operate as a vehicle to drive sales, whether through advertisement or e-commerce. So, your purpose is to offer your website visitors a positive experience with no infuriating wait times or navigation difficulties. In fact, poor website performance can have catastrophic results for your business, as a recent study shows that 80% of visitors who have a negative experience with a website will not return. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Blog, Internet, Media, Small Business, Website Design

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