Posts by Michelle Hestand
Updating PHP in cPanel MultiPHP Manager, “Your PHP installation appears to be missing the MySQL extension”
As time goes on, upgrades become a necessity. Not only do they give access to new improvements, but they also help protect against known vulnerabilities. I have upgraded PHP on a lot of Hostgator accounts this month as WordPress warns site administrators: “PHP Update Required WordPress has detected that your site is running an insecure…
Read MoreSellBrite makes inventory syncing and shipping easier!
I was first introduced to SellBrite years ago as an easier way to manage eBay listings. It sounded awesome! But not worth the extra cost to my client. The Decision To Try SellBrite By 2020, that same client had enough different selling channels that we felt the need to start syncing at least some of…
Read MoreWhy I chose the Samtian Photo Box
The moment I have been waiting for, my Samatian Photo Box is finally here! Photoboxes (a.k.a. lightboxes or light tents) are an excellent way to control the lighting and reflections for simple photos of small items. If you display or sell products online, the consistency will help add a touch of professionalism. Reasons I chose…
Read MoreAmazon Finds for Product Photography (2020)
I am upgrading my product photography equipment! This post highlights which items I chose, which I have positive past experience with, and which are high on my wish list. Cameras When selecting your camera, consider what you are taking pictures of, how those pictures will be used, and under what conditions you will be shooting.…
Read MoreMy Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 II (FZ1000M2)
As my Canon PowerShot SX60HS is about ready to retire, one of the guys I do product photography for offered to help pay for my next camera. After a lot of research, I chose the Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 II. Panasonic’s FZ1000 received great reviews, and the FZ1000M2 is said to have the same great image…
Read MoreWhat happened to bridge cameras?
My Canon Powershot SX60 HS is finally wearing out. It has been a great camera! But after almost four years of trips to the lake and taking hundreds of thousands of pictures, the colors don’t seem quite as vivid as they used to and I am occasionally finding pieces of sand in the lense, making…
Read MoreFreelancing: When $40/hour is more like $25
* Green Starred Bold Comments will be used for calculations at the end of this worksheet. For most of my adult life, I have split my work-week between being a part-time employee and being a freelancer. Both situations have their advantages. I like the peace of mind that comes from steady employment, and I like…
Read MoreTime to upgrade your computer to Windows 10!
January 14, 2020 marks the end of life for Windows 7! Although your computer will continue to work for some time, you will no longer receive Windows 7 security updates from Microsoft and several programs will stop working on Windows 7 this year, including the desktop version of QuickBooks Enterprise. Be sure to get your…
Read MoreAffiliate Marketing – What are the actual requirements?
If you are serious about being compensated for endorsing products through an affiliate program, there are some things you need to know. Affiliate marketing is not a “get rich quick” scheme. It is a waste of time to jump in before you have built a reputation and created a following. Be selective in what you…
Read More2020 Price Increases
It’s nice when prices stay the same. But when my vendors raise their prices, I have to raise mine too. These prices will go into effect for January 2020. East Texas Design Webhosting Prices 25 cent per month increase on all packages 50mb* 500mb 2gb 5gb 10gb* 15gb* Monthly $ 5.25 $ …
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