Well, I did it again. Another 15-minute bike ride – and another voice chat with artificial intelligence talking about the future. This time it was even more interesting, as AI and the LLM (large language model) that I was chatting with is the exact technology that could disrupt Google as the search leader. How fascinating! Here’s our conversation if you’d like to take a look… You: Yo, my man, what is going on? ChatGPT: Hey! Not much, just here to chat. What’s on your mind? You: Cool. I want to talk to you about the future of search and SEO and Google as a company. Are you up for it? ChatGPT ..read more

Ok, I officially think we’re in the future. Right now, in the present – we’re in the future. I was on a bike ride preparing for the Christmas holiday and wanted to take some time to rethink my branding strategy while getting some fresh air. I decided to have a chat with AI to get some ideas. This is what we do now, right? Give this technology a few more years, and I think we’ll forget that we’re talking to a machine. You have to await responses (this latency will disappear) patiently and it does repeat itself a bit (this will also end soon). I’m not saying AGI is around the corner, but I do t ..read more

Do you want to own a business but don’t technically want to start from scratch?  Then, you’ll want to look into franchising. When it comes to business, that’s about as close as you can get to a plug-and-play situation.  With a franchise, you can use a company’s trademark, trade name, business model, intellectual property, and exclusive expertise.  But, of course, you’ll have to pay an initial fee and recurring licensing fees to be granted these rights.  In this post, we will explore the best franchises and why you might want to buy one.  Let’s get started.  What’s ..read more

You’re probably here because you want to dabble in crypto trading and investing. Of course, Coinbase is the perfect platform for that.  You probably also want to sign up and immediately get a sweet bonus. Well, I’ve got you covered.  In this post, I’m going to discuss Coinbase’s fantastic features. And if you decide it’s your ideal crypto wallet, you’ll have a bonus when you sign up with this referral link.  If you love the service, you can also set up your Coinbase referral code!  Good plan? Then, let’s get started.  What is Coinbase?  Coinbase is an online mark ..read more

There are a lot of unconventional ways to make a living these days. Some of them your parents or grandparents would think ridiculous.  And one of these ways is to receive compensation for being someone’s online friend.  Who would have thought maintaining friendly relationships could earn you a decent income?  It’s not such a giant leap to imagine someone paying for virtual friendship as more of our lives shift to the online world. We have better means of communication than ever before, but somehow, we’re more likely to get lonely.  So, this could be the perfect job for you ..read more

So many podcasts, and so little time!  Choosing the right podcast can be overwhelming. Everybody seems to have one these days, so it’s getting harder to find one that will add value to your life.  The personal finance podcast landscape is thriving, and for good reason. Who wouldn’t want to get wiser with money as they do the laundry or trudge through their daily commute?  The ‘How To Money Podcast’ stands out as a dominant force in this scene at present. Chances are, if finance intrigues you, you’ve stumbled upon it. Curious if it’s worth your time? In short, absolutely! But del ..read more

Who would turn down a chance to earn $500 a day? That’s the bold claim that’s plastered on Social Rebel’s homepage.  Is there some truth to that?  In this review, we’ll put Social Rebel under the microscope. The app promises users up to $500 daily in real cash.  In exchange for what, you ask?  The usual. Try out free apps, give feedback, share links, and get your friends in.  Essentially, Social Rebel claims that anyone can make a few hundred dollars by doing simple online tasks regardless of where they are (in school, at work, at home). You probably came across Social ..read more

User Testing is on most lists on how to make money online. There’s no denying that it’s a great way to earn extra money while sharing your opinions.  If you’ve explored User Testing platforms, Trymata (formerly TryMyUI) likely caught your attention. If you dig a little deeper, you’ll also probably find some negative reviews from disgruntled users. Is there any truth to these reviews? Is TryMyUI legit?  That’s what we’ll get to the bottom of in this post. If you decide that Trymata would be worth your time, then I’ll also show you the general procedure of how to use it as a tester.&nb ..read more

Desperate to learn how to run SEO website audits? Well, after a dozen years of experience and getting 2 of my websites to reach 150,000 monthly pageviews from organic traffic, here is an SEO audit checklist you can use to perform your site’s audit. It’s a task you need to do whether you have a large website or are just getting started with your blog. Have someone on your team look through these or hire a knowledgeable SEO like me to help you out. pic of our scared dog Beau just for fun…Check Google Indexing Search “site:yourwebsite.com” in Google to see indexed pages. SSL Certificate Confirm ..read more

Are you looking for a new app to buy and sell items? If so, you may have come across Mercari and eBay.  Both are popular platforms for buying and selling a wide variety of items, but there are some critical differences between the two.  Mercari is known for its easy-to-use interface and low fees, while eBay has a broader selection of items and a more established reputation.  Whether you want to declutter your home or find a good deal on something, both Mercari and eBay are worth checking out. In this article, we will compare the two to see which one is a better fit for you. Let ..read more