How to Leverage User-Generated Content for SEO Growth
User-generated content (UGC) is one of the most powerful yet underutilized SEO strategies. Google values fresh, relevant, and authentic content, and UGC provides all three. From customer reviews to social media mentions, leveraging user-generated content for SEO can improve rankings, increase engagement, and enhance brand trust. In this guide, we’ll break down how to use …
The Secret to Winning Featured Snippets in Google Search
Featured snippets, also known as position zero, are the holy grail of SEO. These highly visible search results appear above organic rankings and provide users with quick answers to their queries. If you want to increase organic traffic, boost click-through rates, and establish authority, you need a strategy for winning featured snippets. This guide will …
Hug Me Chair: A 30-Year Tribute to Connection & Craft
Celebrating Steel-Land’s 30th anniversary, designer Zipeng Zhou created the Hug Me Chair — a fusion of emotional symbolism and functional design. With flowing armrests resembling an embrace, the chair reflects the brand’s journey from its 1993 beginnings to its status as a leader in high-end home furnishings. Ergonomic Comfort & Thoughtful Materials The chair’s 105-degree reclining backrest supports …

The Technicalities Of QR Codes
Let’s face it, QR codes are intimidating for us humans. All these little squares and dots seem to make no sense, but they are actually logical. Time to take a good look at it to become a QR expert and master the technicalities of QR codes. How do QR codes work? In this section, we …

Best Practices for Using Account Planning Software
In today’s competitive sales landscape, utilizing advanced tools like account planning software has become crucial for businesses aiming to stay ahead. These sophisticated platforms assist in streamlining the sales process, enhancing customer relationships, and ensuring that teams are working towards common goals effectively. By centralizing critical customer information and sales strategies, account planning software can …

An Introduction To QR Codes
Nowadays, QR codes are ubiquitous, with millions of people using them at any given time around the world. However, despite their popularity, they are often underutilized by marketers who could benefit from them. Let’s take a closer look! What Is a QR Code? QR codes are like barcodes on steroids. Like barcodes, they allow you …
Transforming Heavy Materials into Playful Art: Alex Chinneck’s Latest Sculpture in London
Turning robust, industrial elements like steel and brick into something that feels light and whimsical requires exceptional creativity. British artist Alex Chinneck, renowned for his large-scale urban art projects, excels at reinventing cityscapes and architectural forms into captivating public artworks. During London’s Clerkenwell Design Week, Chinneck introduced his newest piece, titled “A Week at the Knees,” located …

Typographic Posters By Omid Nemalhabib
Based in both Tehran in Iran and Rotterdam in the Netherlands, Studio Melli is graphic design studio co-founded by Omid Nemalhabib. The graphic designer and art director displays his skills in a wide range of design fields, with a focus on visual identity design and multilingual typography. As you can see for yourself in the …

SEO vs. PPC: Which One Should Your Business Focus on in 2025?
When it comes to driving traffic, businesses often ask: Should we invest in SEO or PPC? Both strategies have their advantages, but the right choice depends on your budget, goals, and timeline. In this guide, we’ll break down the key differences between SEO vs PPC, the pros and cons of each, and which one is …

20 Years of This Online Garden
20 years ago today I started this blog, with this quote. That was Tina v1.0; No kids, single, hadn’t started any businesses yet. This blog opened doors. Forever grateful. I have been a bit quiet recently, but I am still here. A warm thank you to everyone of you who stops by occasionally.