Should you be paid to blog?

Posted by on Dec 13, 2011 in Blog, Musings | 2 comments The issue of whether bloggers should blog for free is a tricky one, and a hot topic of discussion over on the BritMums parent blogger network. Imagine you’re invited to a press event celebrating the launch of a new product. Flattering and exciting though it is, the event isn’t really an excuse to have a few drinks and chat – you’ll be working the whole time, taking...
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Will Zeebox revolutionise the way we watch TV?

Posted by on Nov 1, 2011 in Tecchie Stuff | Comments Off Today marks the launch of Zeebox, a free app from the creator of BBC iPlayer, with the power to transform the way we watch television. With real-time news and tags, information about everything you’re watching and built-in social features, it sounds like an all-singing-all-dancing souped up interactive TV guide. Strange then, that when I had a chance to play with the iPad version of the...
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Best WordPress Theme for New Baby, Christenings and Business Launches

Posted by on Aug 18, 2011 in Best Wordpress Themes, Tecchie Stuff | 2 comments Looking for the best WordPress theme to announce your baby’s arrival, share your wedding photos, or count down to your business’ launch? Whatever the occasion, Announcement by WooThemes is the perfect solution. This premium WordPress theme is just gorgeous and easy to personalise, and is designed to show off photos from your special occasion with an understated elegance. What I love...
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Make the most of your product reviews with In Review Theme for WordPress

Posted by on Aug 7, 2011 in Best Wordpress Themes, Tecchie Stuff | Comments Off In Review from Elegant Themes is a robust, easy to use WordPress Theme designed especially for reviewing products, books or even iPhone apps, and for inviting reviews and ratings from your online audience. Why do I recommend In Review? Bloggers often write reviews of products, events and applications on a blog designed to display articles or stories. It’s easy enough to find a plug-in to...
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Affordable Web Design for Online Shops: Boutique Theme for WordPress

Posted by on Aug 4, 2011 in Best Wordpress Themes, Tecchie Stuff | Comments Off Boutique from Elegant Themes is a stunning, flexible WordPress Theme designed especially for displaying products from your shop, or for running an online business. Why do I recommend Boutique? Selling online is all about how you showcase your product, and how you make your customers feel. What better way to make your collection stand out than with an elegant, welcoming website? Boutique comes...
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