July 2008 Archives

First off, let me tell you that I love my Shelfari.  It allows me to keep track of my books, remember what I read and even show off a bit. 

BUT, why isn't Shelfari recommending me books?!  Why aren't they connecting me with people who read the same books as I do?  [Russ can comment on the mechanics behind this, he's been reading up on AI, Neural Nets, Collective Intelligence, etc].

If you've had an extended conversation with me, I've probably asked you if you have read any good books lately.  Or what your favorite books are.  I love hearing what other people read.  I love reading what others read because it helps me understand them and connect with them.

Shelfari has a huge opportunity here.  Why are they wasting it?

The short answer: No, but it's getting easier.

Easier to optimize your site for SEO effects and less important than it was 5 years ago.

Strong links are still the lifeblood of any high PageRank site, making links the currency of the Internet.

Jeff Jarvis predicts the end of SEO.

Billy and I would like to wish a happy birthday to Canada. At the very least it has provided a boundless source of entertainment for us southerners.

(Billy) edit: I do not wish Canada a happy b-day. Russell, the Canadian-blooded friend of mine, attempted to slander my name.
(Russ) edit: We want more money! Some of that Internet money!