Creating a Google+ Profile for Semantic Search

by Colman Carpenter | Oct 10, 2013 | Google, Google Plus, News, SEO, Websites

So far in our series on Authorship and Semantic Search, we have looked at the ever-changing landscape of Google Search, and how it impacts on overall organic search strategies. We’ve seen that search is becoming better at understanding intent, and benefits from...

Why Semantic Search is a huge opportunity for SMEs

by Colman Carpenter | Oct 3, 2013 | News, SEO, Social Networks, Strategy, Tips, Websites

With the recent ‘Hummingbird’ announcement from Google, made on their 15th birthday, Semantic Search seems cemented at the core of Google’s algorithms. Search Engine Land gave a good overview of the change that has impacted over 90% of searches and is seen as possibly...

What is Semantic Search?

by Colman Carpenter | Sep 27, 2013 | News, SEO, Social Networks, Strategy, Websites

…and why do I need to worry about it? This is the first article in a series exploring the evolution of search, and how SME’s can benefit from it. In this post we’re exploring the term ‘Semantic Search’ and understanding what difference it...

Building a Sustainable Business with WordPress and Google+

by Colman Carpenter | Sep 20, 2013 | News, SEO, Websites, Wordpress

Sorry Never apologise, never explain The source of this quote is a bit vague, but the intention behind it is to project an aura of strength. Personally, I think it takes more guts to apologise, admit you’re wrong and that you will learn from the experience. So...

Web Hosting – the Four Lakes way

by Colman Carpenter | Dec 7, 2012 | Hosting, News

An Apology Some time back I promised myself that I would start blogging regularly again. It’s a great way to connect with people and keep awareness of your company/service up. It’s also good to organise your thoughts properly and present them in a coherent...

Why DIY Websites are a Bad Idea

by Colman Carpenter | Nov 27, 2012 | News, Websites, Wordpress

What are DIY Websites? When I talk about DIY websites, I’m referring to the service that allow you to choose a template, add a logo, some images and some text, and have a fully-functioning website up and running in minutes. Or at least that’s the claim....