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How Niche Communities Are Changing Online Conversations

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Since its creation in June 2005, it’s grown to over 100,000 threads called “subreddits.” What started as a conference in 2005 has turned into one of the largest online niche communities. BlogHer is a platform for female creators to discuss digital marketing, blogging, and business. You’re not alone.

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The 7+ Best eBay Management Listing Software Tools

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Selling Manager is free for all sellers, and sellers with a Basic eBay Store subscription are automatically subscribed. I’ve used Channel Advisor since 2005-2006. It’s an ideal selling solution for sellers who want to streamline and optimize the way they sell. See what it can do for your business. Get started.

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How to Build an Email Marketing List as Quickly as Possible

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Content upgrades could be the difference between your blog post converting at 6% and converting at 60%. Upgrading content involves: Writing a blog post Creating a piece of content that goes more in-depth on the post’s topic Offering readers of your blog post the option to receive the upgraded content in exchange for their email.

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10 Alternative RSS Readers if You Still Miss Google Reader

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Google Trends data shows a massive dropoff since RSS hit its peak back around 2005. Google launched Google Reader in 2005 and quickly built up a loyal following because it was simple, efficient, and free. You’ve got a blog or resource hub, and you’re producing fantastic content. Dwindled, but not vanished entirely.

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The Best eCommerce Frameworks For Online Selling

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This blog will be discussing the different types of eCommerce frameworks, as well as the best options that eCommerce retailers have available to them. A great benefit of SaaS frameworks is that technical support is often included with a subscription to the service, reducing the need for in-house developers. Open-Source. BigCommerce.

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CS-Cart Review: A Solid Self-hosted Platform with Tricky Pricing

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Started in 2005, CS-Cart is part of the Simtech conglomerate, and it's been known as a solid solution for those who want to sell on a self-hosted platform. However, you need to extend that upgrade subscription plan before the first year passes in order to keep your rates a little lower. 160 per year if you extend after that.

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Best Cheap Web Hosting

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Small websites, personal blogs, and other newer websites can definitely get away with a cheap web hosting plan. If it’s a small personal website, micro blog, or just a fun side project, the performance won’t matter that much. If you’re launching a new website, there’s no reason to pay a fortune for web hosting.