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Copyright © 2009 Enzo F. Cesario
Blogging can be a deeply satisfying, intensely personal experience. Generally simple to use, blogs allow the household mom, the serial author, the political activist and the high school poet to publish and archive their best efforts and satisfy the creative muse in all of them. Whereas, in the past, publishing was a privilege for the elite few, it is now open to anyone with the time and the means to access a computer.
But if no one is reading the blogs, they can become a disheartening and frustrating experience. A lack of audience can even cost a blogger money - there are numerous blogs on the web that are intended to be significant sources of personal income, between advertising programs and personal product sales. A key step in getting a blog read, therefore, is the use of a specialized web directory known as the blog directory.
What is a Blog Directory?
A blog directory is not a search engine - it is an indexed list of blog links, broken up into categories and keywords for ease of reference. Blogs are submitted or invited for review; the directory looks over the material, and then determines if it meets the criteria for inclusion. Listing in a blog directory increases the chance that a blog will come up in search engine and keyword requests, meaning more users will ultimately be directed to read the blog.
There are as many different types of directories as there are categories of blog. There are directories for video blogs, personal blogs, business-only blogs, and hobby blogs. Some directories cater to the politically minded web journalist; others only admit a self-defined best-of-the-best by personal invitation, according to their own eclectic or exclusive criteria. Even more specific are directories seeking a narrow culture subset. The Ultimate Directory of British Blogs seeks out what they call British blogs, defined as much by culture and common language as by arbitrary terms of location.
In addition, directories are broadly divided between human-edited and automated submission directories. Human-edited directories maintain a staff of reviewers who examine each submission before listing or rejecting it. Automated systems look for keywords or organizational patterns in submitted blogs, and make determinations based on pre-set, machine-learned criteria.
How Do They Work?
Directories present a number of options or models for how they list blogs; equally as diverse as the way they categorize their indices. The basic model is the free listing - bloggers are not charged for the review and listing of their blog in the directory. Paid submissions require a fee - either one time or ongoing - for the review and listing of their blog on the site. Some directories require a bidding process for listing blogs, and some blogs have a 'featured' listing that gives a particular blog top billing over their other listings, for various reasons. Just to make things more interesting, any of these listing options can also include a link-back clause, namely that the user must display (in a matter that satisfies the directory) a link to the directory where their blog has been listed.
In theory, blog directories are simple to use; a blogger finds a directory they think is relevant, and submits their blog for listing. In practice, there are steps to make the process more profitable and effective than blind, mass submission. The first step is research; bloggers should visit forums related to their field of interest, and ask which directories have good results, or which are best suited to their category of writing. When submitting, bloggers should look into the directory's submission procedures and follow them exactly. The savvy blogger is never afraid to ask for advice, whether from the forum or a directory's contacts page. Sometimes a thoughtfully worded question will accomplish much more than a careless series of submissions.
A Few Free Ones
A handful of free directories bloggers may be interested in include bloglines.com, answers.com, blogfinds.com, technorati.com and boingboing.net
Each of these is a good choice for a blogger to consider registering and submitting to while looking to save money. None charge fees, and each one offers additional services beyond the blogging directory itself. Because of this, they are more likely to draw additional users interested in more than the directory, who then can follow up by perusing the listings for more information. At most, they require registration and a link-back, which are comparatively small demands. Some directories charge a minimum of five dollars for a review and listing, and others charge as much as 150 dollars for a front-page spot.
Bloggers should take the time to do their research, visit the forums of their preferred blogging communities and hobbies, and find out which directories best suit them. With a little effort and energy, a good blog can find a great directory, and reach the audience it deserves.
About the Author:
Enzo F. Cesario is a Copywriter and co-founder of Brandsplat. Brandcasting uses informative content and state-of-the-art internet distribution and optimization to build links and drive the right kind of traffic to your website. Go to http://www.Brandsplat.com/ or visit our blog at: http://www.brandsplatblog.com/
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Uncovering The Hidden Activities of The Cheating Spouse
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Copyright © 2009 Donny Prentice
If you suspect a spouse of cheating, chances are really good that your instincts are correct. It is not uncommon for friends and family to attempt to dismiss your suspicions as an overactive imagination.
Unless you have "control" issues - a desire and inability to control another person - then you should always trust your instincts. I do know that people, who suffer "control" issues, often suffer from low self-esteem and have insecurity issues. It has also been my observation that many people who are "control freaks" are usually the first to stray from a marriage, and their concern about a spouse is often the result of a guilty conscience.
You know, better than a stranger ever would, if you are suspicious of another due to a guilty conscience or for other reasons.
Understanding The Reasons For Your Suspicions
Most often, when a spouse begins to suspect the other is cheating, it is because they have detected some hidden activities or expenditures.
When a husband is going out with the guys or a wife is going out with the girls, and neither the guys nor girls are ever identified by name, then chances are that there is some kind of activity that is being hidden from a spouse.
If your spouse is going out with friends, but will not say whom the friends are or where they are going, there is good reason to suspect a hidden activity. If you press for details and details are not forthcoming, then there is something afoot that is being hidden.
Most cheaters know that their friends do not want to lie for them, so he never says that he is going out with Jeff or Dan, and she will not say that she is going out with Lucy or Janet.
When asked where he is going, he might say he is going to shoot pool, but he will never say where he is planning to shoot pool. She might say that she is going out for a drink with the girls, but she will never say where she is going to get that drink.
Why are the details of the evenings' activities being hidden? Simple enough. If he or she offers details about an activity, then you could check up on their story and catch them in a lie.
A spouse committed to a relationship is not interested in hiding anything from anyone.
Hidden Spending
Hidden expenses generally fall the same way. If you notice an odd expenditure that a spouse is unwilling to explain with much detail, then the spouse may be trying to hide something. Not always though - so be careful here. There was a time when I had an expenditure that I sought to hide from my spouse. She was really annoyed by me spending $200 and not telling her why I spent the money. But when our anniversary arrived, all was forgiven.
Most cheaters pay for their extracurricular activities with cash, but the brazen cheater will spend money on a debit card or credit card. Here it is important to pay attention to changes in spending habits. If he or she is suddenly spending more money than usual at places where money has never been spent before, then something may be afoot.
Even if spending cash, you can keep track of amount of money being spent by your spouse. You have an idea of how much cash your spouse carries, and will be able to note when your spouse suddenly needs more money to carry than usual.
When cash is running short, most people will sit down and draw out their budget to see where they are spending money. If you find yourself short on cash, and you wonder what your spouse is doing with all of that money, sit down and draw up a budget sheet, to get an idea of how much money they cannot or will not account for to you.
Time And Money
As a general rule, the easiest way to expose a cheat is by monitoring time and money. If there are any gaps in either time or money, seek an explanation. If an explanation comes, seek details.
Fewer verifiable details should generally be viewed as suspicious. If you know who his or her friends are, call his friends when he or she is "out with friends". By calling and asking to speak with him or her, you will know which friends he or she is not with that evening. Through a process of elimination, you can get closer to the truth.
You don't want to be seen as checking up on them, so make sure you have a real "reason" to call and talk to him or her.
If he or she has his or her own cell phone, calling the friends could backfire on you, so do be careful.
Other Ideas To Catch A Cheater
If you have discretionary income, you might be able to invest in GPS tracking tools that can be placed somewhere inside of your spouse's car, and with today's technology, you can monitor most any GPS tracking tools on the Internet.
A quick search on Google for "spy tools" will tip you off to a full range of technology and products that can be used to "spy" on your spouse and catch a cheat in the act.
If you don't want to do the dirty work yourself, you can always hire a private investigator to help you find the evidence of a cheating spouse. If you are interested in using a private investigator, visit our website to find information about an infidelity investigator, who specializes in catching cheaters in the online and offline world.
Never Tip Your Hand Until You Have The Goods
The final advice I wish to pass on is that you should never ever tip your hand that you are suspicious, until which time you have proof that will stand up in a court of law.
Having a cheating spouse will always encourage the judge to take your side in a court of law. But accusations of cheating are not enough to sway a judge into your favor - you need proof. So it is essential to get proof, before your cheating spouse realizes that you are suspicious of him or her.
About the Author:
Donny Prentice writes about divorce and relationships. To find out more specific advice about how to catch a cheating spouse, visit our website. If you are looking for advice to help you through the divorce process, our website provides helpful divorce advice for both men and women, facing divorce: http://www.divorcethinktank.com/blog/
Read more of Donny Prentice's articles.
Copyright © 2009 Donny Prentice
If you suspect a spouse of cheating, chances are really good that your instincts are correct. It is not uncommon for friends and family to attempt to dismiss your suspicions as an overactive imagination.
Unless you have "control" issues - a desire and inability to control another person - then you should always trust your instincts. I do know that people, who suffer "control" issues, often suffer from low self-esteem and have insecurity issues. It has also been my observation that many people who are "control freaks" are usually the first to stray from a marriage, and their concern about a spouse is often the result of a guilty conscience.
You know, better than a stranger ever would, if you are suspicious of another due to a guilty conscience or for other reasons.
Understanding The Reasons For Your Suspicions
Most often, when a spouse begins to suspect the other is cheating, it is because they have detected some hidden activities or expenditures.
When a husband is going out with the guys or a wife is going out with the girls, and neither the guys nor girls are ever identified by name, then chances are that there is some kind of activity that is being hidden from a spouse.
If your spouse is going out with friends, but will not say whom the friends are or where they are going, there is good reason to suspect a hidden activity. If you press for details and details are not forthcoming, then there is something afoot that is being hidden.
Most cheaters know that their friends do not want to lie for them, so he never says that he is going out with Jeff or Dan, and she will not say that she is going out with Lucy or Janet.
When asked where he is going, he might say he is going to shoot pool, but he will never say where he is planning to shoot pool. She might say that she is going out for a drink with the girls, but she will never say where she is going to get that drink.
Why are the details of the evenings' activities being hidden? Simple enough. If he or she offers details about an activity, then you could check up on their story and catch them in a lie.
A spouse committed to a relationship is not interested in hiding anything from anyone.
Hidden Spending
Hidden expenses generally fall the same way. If you notice an odd expenditure that a spouse is unwilling to explain with much detail, then the spouse may be trying to hide something. Not always though - so be careful here. There was a time when I had an expenditure that I sought to hide from my spouse. She was really annoyed by me spending $200 and not telling her why I spent the money. But when our anniversary arrived, all was forgiven.
Most cheaters pay for their extracurricular activities with cash, but the brazen cheater will spend money on a debit card or credit card. Here it is important to pay attention to changes in spending habits. If he or she is suddenly spending more money than usual at places where money has never been spent before, then something may be afoot.
Even if spending cash, you can keep track of amount of money being spent by your spouse. You have an idea of how much cash your spouse carries, and will be able to note when your spouse suddenly needs more money to carry than usual.
When cash is running short, most people will sit down and draw out their budget to see where they are spending money. If you find yourself short on cash, and you wonder what your spouse is doing with all of that money, sit down and draw up a budget sheet, to get an idea of how much money they cannot or will not account for to you.
Time And Money
As a general rule, the easiest way to expose a cheat is by monitoring time and money. If there are any gaps in either time or money, seek an explanation. If an explanation comes, seek details.
Fewer verifiable details should generally be viewed as suspicious. If you know who his or her friends are, call his friends when he or she is "out with friends". By calling and asking to speak with him or her, you will know which friends he or she is not with that evening. Through a process of elimination, you can get closer to the truth.
You don't want to be seen as checking up on them, so make sure you have a real "reason" to call and talk to him or her.
If he or she has his or her own cell phone, calling the friends could backfire on you, so do be careful.
Other Ideas To Catch A Cheater
If you have discretionary income, you might be able to invest in GPS tracking tools that can be placed somewhere inside of your spouse's car, and with today's technology, you can monitor most any GPS tracking tools on the Internet.
A quick search on Google for "spy tools" will tip you off to a full range of technology and products that can be used to "spy" on your spouse and catch a cheat in the act.
If you don't want to do the dirty work yourself, you can always hire a private investigator to help you find the evidence of a cheating spouse. If you are interested in using a private investigator, visit our website to find information about an infidelity investigator, who specializes in catching cheaters in the online and offline world.
Never Tip Your Hand Until You Have The Goods
The final advice I wish to pass on is that you should never ever tip your hand that you are suspicious, until which time you have proof that will stand up in a court of law.
Having a cheating spouse will always encourage the judge to take your side in a court of law. But accusations of cheating are not enough to sway a judge into your favor - you need proof. So it is essential to get proof, before your cheating spouse realizes that you are suspicious of him or her.
About the Author:
Donny Prentice writes about divorce and relationships. To find out more specific advice about how to catch a cheating spouse, visit our website. If you are looking for advice to help you through the divorce process, our website provides helpful divorce advice for both men and women, facing divorce: http://www.divorcethinktank.com/blog/
Read more of Donny Prentice's articles.
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