Archive for July, 2009

First Impressions: WP Fancyzoom Plugin

If I post an image into a page or a post, and I want a reader to see a larger version of that image, I sure don’t want them to have to leave the page to see that image. FancyZoom is a simple way to add the FancyZoom image overlay script to your blog or website. In short, FancyZoom is a nice, modern way of making popup images without forcing people to leave the page. FancyZoom is super fast, and will usually pleasantly surprise the reader (cause it makes it look like you have your act together). Read the rest of this entry »

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Want to Succeed in Freelancing? Start With Getting Yourself a Business Card

If you’re going to be networking to drum up business, or just meet people who might want to use your services (that is, potentially everyone you meet) you should get some business cards so they have an easy reminder of who you are and what you do. It’s hard enough establishing yourself as a freelancer, but having something that makes you stick out helps potential clients remember you.

On your card you should have (at minimum):

  • Your business’s name (if different)
  • Contact details
  • What you do
  • Have space that a potential client can scribble on

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