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20 Bad Habits That Are Making You Less Productive
There are a host of bad habits many of us do every day, and research shows these habits really hurt our productivity, especially at work. The more aware we are of how these things are affecting our productivity, the more proactive we can be at taking responsibility for our choices. In this list, I’ll break down some of the most common examples of bad habits that stifle productivity and some ways you can break them. Table of Contents Bad Habits Examples List How to Break a Bad Habit Bad Habits That Are Making You Less Productive 1. Rushing in the […]
Women Rise Founder Maliha Abidi on Art, Education, and Web3
There’s a delay between the moment that Maliha Abidi’s avatar flickers onto the screen and connects to her audio. In those first silent seconds, a chartreuse, stretched canvas reveals itself propped on the wall behind her. A crescent of a woman’s painted form, a graphic rose tucked into dark waves of hair, creeps out from behind Abidi’s silhouette. The woman’s outline is of Madam Noor Jehan, an award-winning singer and actress who made waves as the first female Pakistani film director, inspiring countless generations of women. Abidi partially eclipses Jehan in the frame, which seems fitting because although she is […]
17 Influential Black Artists Shaping the Future of Web3
In 2023, crypto is seemingly becoming less of a stomping ground for wealthy white men. While racism and prejudice undoubtedly still exist on the blockchain — and the “crypto bro” stereotype has undoubtedly affected the formation of Web3 thus far — the NFT space has slowly but surely become a more equitable place for people of color to find community, support, and prosperity. From POC creators leading the charge in Web3 music to helping popularize IRL NFT activations to bootstrapping organizations so other marginalized groups can flourish, there has been no lack of decentralized Black excellence in the past few […]
5 Web3 Projects Fighting for Racial Justice
Web3 isn’t necessarily known for its inclusiveness or its diversity. And while the NFT space needs to ensure it’s doing everything it can to not pigeonhole itself into a one-dimensional club for the financial and social elite, the perception that it’s dominated by white men is increasingly becoming a stereotype. According to research from Charles Schwab, a larger percentage of Black Americans own crypto than white Americans. Twenty-five percent own some form of crypto compared to just 15 percent of white Americans. That statistical split jumps to 38 and 29 percent, respectively, when looking at investors under 40 years old. […]
Trust The Badge: Google’s System For Safe Online Shopping via @sejournal, @MattGSouthern
Learn how Google’s safety measures, including automated vetting and store badges, protect shoppers and build trust. The post Trust The Badge: Google’s System For Safe Online Shopping appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
Bing’s AI Algorithm: Insights From Fabrice Canal’s Pubcon Keynote via @sejournal, @MattGSouthern
Learn how to optimize websites for Bing’s AI-powered algorithm with insights from Fabrice Canal’s Pubcon keynote. The post Bing’s AI Algorithm: Insights From Fabrice Canal’s Pubcon Keynote appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
What is AI? What Marketers Need to Know
Artificial intelligence is getting a lot of traction in the marketing world. According to Statista, 80% of industry experts integrate some form of AI into their online marketing activities. However, if you’re like me and are unfamiliar with AI beyond what you’ve seen in science fiction stories like I, Robot or Black Mirror — you’re probably wondering what AI is and how to use it in marketing. Is AI really what it looks like in the movies? This article will explore the definition of AI, the different types of AI, and how AI can improve marketing processes. What is artificial […]
The Rise of Paid Verification on Social Media
Welcome to HubSpot Marketing News! Tap in for campaign deep dives, the latest marketing industry news, and tried-and-true insights from HubSpot’s media team. Having a verified account on social media was once seen as a point of notoriety or a status symbol. Now, it’s a commodity that can be purchased. Verifying social media accounts began on Twitter in 2009. Tony La Russa, then manager of the St. Louis Cardinals, filed a lawsuit against Twitter after a user created an impersonation account and shared insensitive tweets. Though the suit was eventually dropped, it led Twitter to launch its Account Verification process giving […]
The Best SEO Conferences For 2023 (Virtual And In-Person) via @sejournal, @lorenbaker
As an industry in a constant state of flux – thanks to changing algorithms, user needs, and competitor content – search engine optimization is a field that demands professionals stay up to date on the latest trends and best practices. While you could spend hours scouring the internet for valuable articles, forum discussions, and the like, there’s a better way to gain new knowledge and grow your network simultaneously: SEO conferences. And one of the best places to reap the benefits of this – not to mention grow your network – is at an SEO conference. There you’ll find a […]