AmericanHoop
| Favorite team: | LSU  |
| Location: | Baton Rouge |
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| Number of Posts: | 745 |
| Registered on: | 6/7/2012 |
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re: Why live in Louisiana?
Posted by AmericanHoop on 7/10/17 at 3:35 pm
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Recently moved back due to young kids. This place is depressing and too damn hot. Already regretting it.
Where you're from plays a role in who you are, like it or not. If you don't like where you're from...that says more about you than it does the place.
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re: Opening a reception hall/facility?
Posted by AmericanHoop on 6/27/17 at 10:05 am
As someone who is planning a wedding currently, I can confirm that the GBR area has a dearth of options. The options that do exist cost an arm and a dick for venue/food/alcohol. They're all booked up until y3k. Understandable and I'm not upset about it, just wish I was on the receiving end.
I do think if you have a catering background or something, it's likely a very good next step. But, as others have mentioned, it requires the money to purchase a large parcel of land and build a picturesque building.
Staffing and marketing are the biggest issues, I think.
I do think if you have a catering background or something, it's likely a very good next step. But, as others have mentioned, it requires the money to purchase a large parcel of land and build a picturesque building.
Staffing and marketing are the biggest issues, I think.
re: wood beams or columns
Posted by AmericanHoop on 6/23/17 at 2:34 pm
It looks great. Name of the company?
re: The Hourly Income You Need To Afford Rent Around The U.S.
Posted by AmericanHoop on 6/23/17 at 12:19 pm
Or, cut back temporarily until you get that promotion.
Here's the thing...McDonalds promotes quick. If you go to a job like that and work hard, you'll be a manager in no time. Even without education. It just takes commitment.
Here's the thing...McDonalds promotes quick. If you go to a job like that and work hard, you'll be a manager in no time. Even without education. It just takes commitment.
re: Experiences with Social Media Marketing for Business?
Posted by AmericanHoop on 6/23/17 at 12:15 pm
Baldona,
These are common mistakes, but most of what you said is not strictly true.
"My understanding of SEO is that blogs, articles, and website content drive SEO in addition to paying for it. The more content your website or social media has on a certain subject, the better the search rating. "
This is broadly true, but not specifically true. In other words, more content does not necessarily mean better search rating. It has to be well optimized content. I've seen so many companies just start cranking out 5 blog posts a month and then get disappointed because the outcome wasn't what they hoped for. They knew nothing about meta-titles, meta descriptions, alt tags, H[element] tags, image compression, site architecture, URL naming conventions, etc. It all works together.
"As far as paying for it goes, you need to analyze who you are against. For example, if you are a bar in New Orleans you can't just pay for "bar in New Orleans" unless you are going to pay more than everyone else and eventually have more hits than the big dogs. You have to figure out the niche markets you want to hit, and determine what key words will direct traffic to you. Like, Gin bar or Stout specialist."
This is not SEO, strictly speaking, but PPC. But the advice more or less true. A broad/generic keyword is going to be more competitive (and more expensive for PPC).
These are common mistakes, but most of what you said is not strictly true.
"My understanding of SEO is that blogs, articles, and website content drive SEO in addition to paying for it. The more content your website or social media has on a certain subject, the better the search rating. "
This is broadly true, but not specifically true. In other words, more content does not necessarily mean better search rating. It has to be well optimized content. I've seen so many companies just start cranking out 5 blog posts a month and then get disappointed because the outcome wasn't what they hoped for. They knew nothing about meta-titles, meta descriptions, alt tags, H[element] tags, image compression, site architecture, URL naming conventions, etc. It all works together.
"As far as paying for it goes, you need to analyze who you are against. For example, if you are a bar in New Orleans you can't just pay for "bar in New Orleans" unless you are going to pay more than everyone else and eventually have more hits than the big dogs. You have to figure out the niche markets you want to hit, and determine what key words will direct traffic to you. Like, Gin bar or Stout specialist."
This is not SEO, strictly speaking, but PPC. But the advice more or less true. A broad/generic keyword is going to be more competitive (and more expensive for PPC).
re: Experiences with Social Media Marketing for Business?
Posted by AmericanHoop on 6/23/17 at 12:12 pm
Social media marketing is effective. But, it's usually not THE MOST EFFECTIVE form of marketing for a company. I work in online marketing and I've seen a lot of companies hire someone or spend gratuitous amounts of money on social media before they've even given thought to SEO or a solid website.
Take it from someone who works professionally on social media, content marketing, email marketing, pay-per-click-advertising, etc...don't focus on social media marketing first.
I'd love to talk with anyone about how to help their online marketing efforts.
Take it from someone who works professionally on social media, content marketing, email marketing, pay-per-click-advertising, etc...don't focus on social media marketing first.
I'd love to talk with anyone about how to help their online marketing efforts.
re: How hard is tennis to pick up for someone in their 40s ?
Posted by AmericanHoop on 6/23/17 at 11:35 am
I play racquetball (and I'm considerably younger than you). It's a sport that really contours to the player's age. If you've incredibly athletic, quick, and intense...so is your racquetball game. If you're 60, slowed down a bit, and looking to play a slower pace of game...you can do that too.
re: Car accident in BR - lawyer question
Posted by AmericanHoop on 6/23/17 at 11:33 am
Honestly, it may not have been settled yet, based on average time for these cases.
But no, I'm not a lawyer, nor do I work for one. I often use site-search to find topics im interested in on TD. Sorry that rankles you :P
But no, I'm not a lawyer, nor do I work for one. I often use site-search to find topics im interested in on TD. Sorry that rankles you :P
re: The Hourly Income You Need To Afford Rent Around The U.S.
Posted by AmericanHoop on 6/23/17 at 11:31 am
Right. I agree possible doesnt equal typical.
But, what I'm saying is...why is THIS the way the information is presented? If you're going to place a qualifier, it ought to be based on something more affordable than a 2BR home for less than 30% of gross income...
But, what I'm saying is...why is THIS the way the information is presented? If you're going to place a qualifier, it ought to be based on something more affordable than a 2BR home for less than 30% of gross income...
re: wood beams or columns
Posted by AmericanHoop on 6/23/17 at 11:29 am
WOW! Those are beautiful. Your home? The Olde Mill even has an online shop and custom quote function, so you can see what it would cost in your home.
re: How hard is tennis to pick up for someone in their 40s ?
Posted by AmericanHoop on 6/23/17 at 11:27 am
Southern Oaks Athletic Clubs offers tennis lessons in Baton Rouge for both kids and adults. Their reviews are pretty good on Google and I've seen their facility, it's one of the nicest in town.
re: Jake Thompson to Start for Oregon State
Posted by AmericanHoop on 6/23/17 at 11:00 am
Tough. I was hoping Jake would still be sore or something...but it was always unlikely.
re: Car accident in BR - lawyer question
Posted by AmericanHoop on 6/23/17 at 11:00 am
You might try WFCW. They've got a good reputation locally, aren't obnoxious on TV/Radio/Billboards, and they're the second result when you google car accident attorney baton rouge
re: &%#$# accidents on the interstate
Posted by AmericanHoop on 6/23/17 at 10:46 am
OP didn't do it. I did. I found an old thread because this was something I was interested in.
re: Most crappy design logo ever
Posted by AmericanHoop on 6/23/17 at 10:45 am
Sending this to the graphic designers I know now...
re: The rumored New Orleans East serial rapist kicked in nuts and woman escapes
Posted by AmericanHoop on 6/23/17 at 10:42 am
I wonder how these stats compare to the same months in previous years. The data analyst in me wants to know if this is a strong uptick.
re: The Hourly Income You Need To Afford Rent Around The U.S.
Posted by AmericanHoop on 6/23/17 at 10:41 am
30% of your gross is a decent amount of money, certainly. But, it's definitely possible to handle 35% or even 40% on housing, depending on other budget considerations.
Point is, this map has some very odd constraints.
Point is, this map has some very odd constraints.
re: &%#$# accidents on the interstate
Posted by AmericanHoop on 6/23/17 at 10:40 am
I have to agree with one of the previous posters. There is a reason 18-wheeler accident attorneys & law firms are so common in Baton Rouge.
It's because 18 wheelers not only make up a lot more traffic than people realize, but they're also easily the most dangerous "commonly" driven vehicle.
It's because 18 wheelers not only make up a lot more traffic than people realize, but they're also easily the most dangerous "commonly" driven vehicle.
re: Home Window Replacement - New Orleans
Posted by AmericanHoop on 6/23/17 at 10:35 am
My family in Kenner/Mid-City swear by ABC Windows of New Orleans for vinyl replacement windows. They end up saving lots of money on energy savings.
re: The Hourly Income You Need To Afford Rent Around The U.S.
Posted by AmericanHoop on 6/23/17 at 10:27 am
"without paying more than 30% of their income".
Why is THAT a condition? Housing is one of the most expensive items for any family. And why is it a 2-BR? A studio can house a family of 2 easily. A 1-BR can easily house 3-4.
This is the problem, is that people don't really know what hardship looks like. In years past, people just would've "done without" in order to save enough money.
Why is THAT a condition? Housing is one of the most expensive items for any family. And why is it a 2-BR? A studio can house a family of 2 easily. A 1-BR can easily house 3-4.
This is the problem, is that people don't really know what hardship looks like. In years past, people just would've "done without" in order to save enough money.
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