This morning, after reading the news of the day, and of course stumbling several of the news items of import, I also started stumbling (using StumbleUpon of course) one of my favorite categories, Web Design.

Immediately, I came across two that I would like to draw your attention to:

o CSS Basics
o Nice and Free CSS Templates

The first is a lesson-by-lesson, 18 “chapters” leading you by the hand so you can create your own website stylesheet. You can also choose to download all the chapters, or even print them all out (put in a binder, sometimes it’s easier to reference points via print).

The second web site actually gives you 11 pre-made stylesheets. From a single box on a page to a full four-column layout, all your css stylesheet components are right there! Of course this would be the easy route to take, however, I urge you to also visit and study the principles behind doing anything online.

Sure there are Wordpress, Blogger, Moveable Type, and other blog frame works from which you can work. There are also numerous html editors one can use to create web sites themselves. I, personally, believe that everyone needs to know the underlying reason and/or methods used that make the magic of a blog or website happen.

Ten years (plus) ago, I knew absolutely nothing about web page creation. In fact, my first “web site” consisted of nothing but banners centered down a page. At the time, I was thrilled to have accomplished even that much. But, as we all should know, that’s just not going to cut it out online. Visitors need a sense of uniformity and the means to navigate a website or blog. Knowing how to do this yourself, independent of the program you use, really understanding the coding involved in linking up, inserting images, creating the framework page, and navigation are but a few of the “I really need to learn this” strategies I would recommend you learn.

Then, you are no longer confined to a web site given to you (or one you pay for or use for free). You have learned a new, and highly valuable skill. In fact, for job seekers or those looking to add to their present skills, learning and implementing coding can be a good job skill enhancement.

Coding by hand is an art. Coding an entire website of say over 100 pages without understanding how it all comes together is insane. After visiting the above, you might also like to check out an article I wrote quite a while back titled, How to Learn HTML Without Even Trying.

Go for it! You can do this – it’s fun and you will never be at the whim and mercy of others. I’ve seen people pay exorbitant prices for web pages (websites) not worth a fraction of what they spent. When you learn a new skill, duh, you grow. Today is your day to do just that

Sorry to disappoint, but no I’m not talking about cosmetic surgery or any new cream to make you LOOK younger, I actually found a way that “legally” makes you younger!

All you need to do is use the Ethiopian Calendar!

You may be pleasantly surprised to find out that, using their calendar, you are actually seven (7), yes seven (7) years younger than the Gregorian style calendar that we currently use.

In fact, many types of calendars are much more accurate than the one most of us “think” is the one and only.

Check the link above and convert the Gregorian version to over a dozen different choices. And, keeping a positive attitude, especially nowadays, and saying to yourself, “I’m actually 7 years younger!” is a big boost to anyone’s spirit

And, here’s yet another spot to read all about the Ethiopian Calendar in greater detail.

BTW, I have decided to embrace this “new way” of looking at my life because when I subtract the 7 years it feels much more accurate to me… I kid you not

Have fun!

What is the #1 marketing strategy that you are told time and again? It’s simple really… you need a list. Not a list of useless leads you bought somewhere, hoping they will somehow magically decide your “spam” is worth reading over their other spam. I’m talking about a list you grow yourself through your own efforts.

My latest article (opens in a new window) explains this simple, effective, time-tested and proven method for building not only initial readership, but lasting client relationships as well.

I’ve even thrown in strategies to help you achieve your goals.

Enjoy!

I’ve written about this more times than I can count encouraging even the shy and fearful that freelancing can and will make you money online and offline. (Do a search in the box for freelance or freelancing and find out yourself).

So tonight I’m thrilled to tell you about a complete program at your fingertips that covers everything you need to know – to be a successful online (and offline) freelance professional – even if you have no experience nor a degree.

Presented totally in video format – for the ridiculous price of only $9.95 you receive 12 videos explaining the whole procedure – what you need, where to go, how much to charge, and so much more. Somewhere in the neighborhood of two (2) hours of video instruction!

Keep in mind that the freelancing industry is EXPLODING right now. So not taking advantage of this wave would be an incredibly (sorry but true) stupid thing not to do.

There’s even a ton of cool bonuses thrown in completely free including a complete transcript of all 12 videos (for those who like to read online and/or print things off and hold them in your hands – a great way to take notes and make pointers for yourself as you explore – in depth – one of the hottest markets online – relying on YOURSELF to make money.

This video training course covers: (more…)

Those wacky gals are at it again!

In an earlier post, I told you all about Twitter and MyBlogLog Traffic Secrets (selling for a mere $3.95 for BOTH ebooks, yes you read that right). Now here’s another great bargain just for you.

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There are two things you must do to be successful online. One is list building ($7.95 quick start guide to building your own list), and the other is to learn how to make your own products to sell.

Sure you can continue down the affiliate marketing path, sharing your revenue with other people (karma building), but wouldn’t it also be great to finally have the ins and outs of doing this for yourself?

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Here’s to your own personal prosperity!