• Benj Arriola - SEOContest2008.com
• Eligio Tapiador Jr. - SEOContest2008.org
• Gary Viray - EuroSEOContest2008.com
• Garry Baybayan - ItsOnMyTV:SEOContest2008
• Ed Canape - SEMLaguna:SEOContest2008
• Zaldy Dalisay - SEOContest2008Winner
• Jehzeel H. Laurente - Jehzlau’s SEOContest2008
• Kenneth Mendoza - Sabre9: SEOContest2008
• Dennis Cabase - SEOContest2008.me.uk
• Mito Pontillas - SEOContest2008.blogsome
• Moslemen ‘Jun’ Macarambon Jr. - SEOContest2008.info
• Neil Maranan - MySEOContest2008
• Leo Mirabuna - iSEOContest2008
• Edward Santillan - SEOContest2008 Dubai
• Cheryl Estorgio - SEOContest2008.SEMTitans
• Philip Tiangson - Philippine SEOContest2008
• IcezOrg - SEOContest2008.i.ph
• Eric Marantanan - Camaniugan SEOContest2008
• Allan Fernandez Duncan - Try SEOContest2008
• Almer Viloria - AJViloria’s SEOContest2008
• Kojak Eugenio - Kojak’s SEOContest2008
• Ricusa - Ricusa’s SEOContest2008
• Christian Lacsamana - SEOContest2008 Guide
• Francis Gerald Alcala - SEOContest2008 SEOContest2008
• Ronald Allan Mojica - Ronald’s SEOContest2008
• Eric John Tabin - SEOContest2008.SEOGlobalPro

Also posted on SEOContest2008 Online and on SEO Philippines blog.

If you are more of a PPC professional than an SEO expert, you would probably appreciate this PPC Song a lot more. Listen to the PPC Rap song: The Paid Search 101 Rap by m0serious.

Complete lyrics below:

You want to start SEM well heres what to do.
Focus on a product and find a niche too.
You want to get the listing,
I’ll give you some assisting
SEO & SEM, they are coexisting!

To cover all the bases,
you must have patience.
Research all your keywords and your phrases.
They all sound good but they may not be a factor.
Several ways to check and I prefer Wordtracker
Very vague phrases should get denied,
longtail keyphrases are more qualified.
Check the CPC, that’s the cost per click.
Make a judgement call, if it’s worth that hit,
If it is, then keep it.
If its not, then delete it.

Stay within your budget, that’s not a big secret.
Track your results, reporting is critical
and set your goals right be Google analytical.
Google Adwords and Yahoo Search Marketing
if your business local make sure you geo-targeting.
The user only clicks on what sounds best,
make sure you use very descriptive ad text.
It’s a must that you use correct landing pages
if they see what they want, they easily [get] persuaded.
When they convert that’s a win win,
when your site is bookmarked they’ll come back again
CPC will go, CTR will skyrocket,
ROI will get better, that’s more money in your pocket.
And if you smart, you’ll invest in more phrases
but that’s up to you, I’m just giving you the basics
you got it then fine, if you don’t hit rewind
listen closely and play it back 1 more time.

That’s just the start anymore might cost
I have to deal with my boss
If I tell you the secret sauce
like using paid search to enhance SEO
and revolving ad text is the way to
uh oh, I gotta go, that’s too much for you to know
but if you want more, wait for the next video.

• Project Manager
  The Project Manager provides structure, direction and strategic vision for our client’s website and internet marketing solutions. This individual will interface heavily with the implementation team and the client. The Project Manager will assist in helping to develop the web strategy that insures success and project goals are achieved. The Project Manager is responsible for managing a few large complex projects at once as well as several smaller projects as well. This individual should be prepared to teach and learn new techniques, processes, theories and technologies. He or she should be excited to thrive in an atmosphere of change, innovation, critical thinking, process, humor, results and success.

  At BusinessOnLine, our people drive our process, our process drives our solutions, our solutions drive client satisfaction, client satisfaction drives profit.

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• Senior Enterprise Sales Manager
  Looking for a career that will let you work with the brightest minds in the industry? Want to be part of a team that’s changing the way the world does internet marketing? Consider BusinessOnLine. “The thought leader in Search Engine Marketing, Social Media, Website Usability & Online Marketing Strategy.”

  BusinessOnLine is currently recruiting a Senior Enterprise Sales Manager to join one the most progressive sales models in the industry. BusinessOnLine has a track record for developing the very best sales professionals in the industry investing generously in employee benefits, development, training and resources. If you have a passion for technology sales, a great attitude, thrive in an environment that is challenging and rewards employees who deliver results you should consider a career at the thought leader in SEM, PPC, Usability & Design.

  BusinessOnLine currently has an opening for a Senior Enterprise Sales Manager to drive BusinessOnLine technology solutions and licensing into new and existing accounts

  At BusinessOnLine, our people drive our process, our process drives our solutions, our solutions drive client satisfaction, client satisfaction drives profit.

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• CSS Web Developer
  The candidate is expected to use their skills in HTML, CSS and Photoshop to code websites while learning other aspects of our business (search engine optimization, usability, accessibility, etc.). He/she will be given Photoshop .psd files with layers to crop images/backgrounds from and develop websites in CSS table-less layouts. Other portions of this position include quality assurance (cross browser compatibility issues, validating code, etc.) and client support which entails answering questions regarding our content management system via phone and email.

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• Junior Web Analytics Analyts
  This is an entry-level to mid-level position into the field of website analytics for someone who has a minimum of one year of experience in configuring website analytics platforms, developing custom reports and providing analysis on website statistics.

  The Junior Web Analytics Analyst will work closely with the BusinessOnLine Web analytics team and our clients to deliver sophisticated analytics solutions. These services may include configuring current analytics platforms, implementing new platforms, developing custom reports and key performance indicator (KPI) dashboards, and providing detailed analysis. The candidate will be trained in all aspects of Web analytics but is expected to come into the position with some form of experience working with previous analytics platforms and providing analysis of reports. Additionally, the Junior Web Analytics Analyst must continue learning and keep up to date with new and developing platforms and strategies within the space. The candidate will be expected to rise to these and other challenges that might surface and thrive on change, innovation, critical thinking, humor, results, and success. At BusinessOnLine, our people drive our process, our process drives our solutions, our solutions drive client satisfaction, and client satisfaction drives us.

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• International SEO Engineer
  This is an entry level position into the exciting business of search engine optimization for someone who has little or no experience in search, but is fluent in at least two languages (French and Spanish are prerequisites).

  The SEO engineer will also work closely with our SEO team and our clients to deliver sophisticated SEO solutions. The candidate will be trained in all aspects of organic SEO including but not limited to keyword research, title and meta tags, content optimization, link analysis, Google PageRank, server and platform architecture, optimal URL structure, duplicate content issues, proper handling of 301 and 302 redirects, link bait and link development, directory submission, search engine optimization best practices, local search and Google Webmaster Tools. Additionally, the SEO engineer must continue learning and keep up to date with new and developing SEO strategies and technology. You are expected to rise to these and other challenges that might surface and thrive on change, innovation, critical thinking, humor, results and success. At BusinessOnLine, our people drive our process, our process drive our solutions, our solutions drive client satisfaction and client satisfaction drives us.

  Apply Now/More Details

We* are needing only 1 person for each position. Needed ASAP to start immediately. All available are for Full-Time positions at our Downtown San Diego office.Complete with Vacation Benefits, Medical Benefits, Stock Options, Performance Bonus, Profit Sharing, 401k and more!

I can speak more on the International SEO Engineer position a lot more being a member of the SEO team of BusinessOnLine. I know there are a lot of well knowledgeable SEO readers of this blog. Maybe some even know more than me. This is an entry level SEO position and you are not really required to be a top-notch SEO expert already. But you really have to speak several languages as this would help us a lot more in doing SEO for international websites.

*When I say “We” I am referring to me, the author of this blog post and BusinessOnLine. Although this blog as a whole, SEOReligion.com is not owned or affiliated with BusinessOnLine.

Control Google Maps Red Marker in Street View

Now this is super surprising! Google has not yet announced this anywhere. But two young men found out that you can control the big red bight balloon marker and bring it wherever in Google Maps street view. Check out the video…

Haha, you never knew Google can do that huh? *LOL*

Not because he is a blackhat SEO nor is it due to anything blackhat SEO related to his company Traffic Power. But because of his Blackhat Foreclosure Housing Business.

Hat tip to Matt Cutts where I first read the news.

This game is for the people who attended the Search Engine Marketing Conference in Makati Philippines. SEO conferences are good knowledge boosters and is also a good time to meet and network with other Search Engine Optimization Specialist. If you made the most out of your registration fee, you would have met as much people as you can. If you did, you probably know who is in the photo above.

Who is this bald/skinhead of the SEO world in the Philippines?

• Abe Olandres
• Anton Sheker
• Jonathan Casuncad
• Juned Sonido
• Marc Macalua
• Mike Lopez
• Regnard Raquedan
• Zaldy Dalisay
• None of the Above

You think you know who this is? Place your comment below.

Every new unique work done by a careful individual will always have his work patented by his country’s patent office. A patent by definition is a set of exclusive rights granted by a state to a patentee for a fixed period of time in exchange for a disclosure of an invention (check Wikipedia for more details).

The US Patent and Trademark Office website showcases a complete list of all patent protected inventions from individual and businesses, as well as trademarks and intellectual property. Checking from their site I have noticed that Google has already made several patents on their past and recent works, some I have no idea what they’re for. Some of these patents are:  Generating hyperlinks and anchor text in HTML and non-HTML documents, Method for searching media, Systems and methods for translating chinese pinyin to chinese characters and so much more. These patents give us an idea what Google is currently up to and we can expect something soon based on their recent patents.

All of Google’s new work is always patented to insure no one will steal their idea and they can sue those people who will deliberately copy their technology. Of course when Google made Google Maps it didn’t stop Microsoft to have their own version of Web Mapping Service Application. This is because every patent documentation is done in detail and in this way other companies having the same idea can still have their work patented as long as its not the same with the other patented works.

Next time before you claim you have invented something new, check all the similar patented work listed in USPTO to avoid any complaints from the companies and individuals who had it patented. Do you have a clever idea which you want to be protected?