Wikia Search is to take on the big three search engines (Google, Yahoo and MSN) in the next couple of weeks. With the dominance of the top three, it is going to take nothing short of a miracle to upset the current status quo. Enter Jimmy Wales, t...

Referrals are one of the most effective ways to market and grow a company. Many people think referrals just happen, but to take full advantage of this technique, you need a formal plan to encourage it. Some tips on how to maximise your referral bus...

While 2007 was one of the most exciting years in the online marketing space internationally, I've been wondering what 2008 will hold in store for South Africa. Here are a few of my thoughts on what we can expect: 1. Watch out for Google South A...

Recently I was in Stone Town, Zanzibar, browsing the large selection of local paintings on offer. When I engaged one of the vendors in friendly barter, the sales pitch unfolded. I was told by the vendor that he had painted it. Isn’t it romanti...