Amazon Associate Program

Amazon.com is America's largest online retailer as of January 2010. Founded in 1994, very early on they capitalized on the online shopping phenomenon that was taking place and leveraged with the power of the internet.

Online shopping is become so convenient and commonplace with easy access to comparison shopping, for example. Most people are living hectic lives and are trying to save time. The trend in online shopping is increasing and shows no signs of stopping.

This trend has opened up a huge opportunity for sellers online. With the rise in blogging and consumers looking for reviews on products before they buy, Amazon has come up with a way to leverage from this which gave birth to the AMAZON ASSOCIATE PROGRAM.

If you're into blogging and not yet an Amazon Associate, you are losing out on a great potential to monetize your blog. The blogger platform has made things even simpler by incorporating an Amazon module to easily add product links, banners and pictures directly while writing your blog post.

Learn more about the Amazon Associate Program by visiting the SQUIDOO LENS (web page) I created that will help you understand all you need to know about the program. Click the banner to your right to go directly to the lens.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me. And if you're already an Associate, feel free to leave your feedback in the Comments section below or in my Squidoo lens...thanks!

I'm Enjoying Turning Pictures into Music Videos

The use of video marketing online is increasing as more and more people have less time to read.  They prefer watching to reading.

According to comScore "78.5 percent of the total U.S. Internet audience viewed online video."

I've written a Squidoo lens (web page) on "VIDEO-MAKING MADE EASY" so I won't elaborate on this here.

My intention of this blog post is to give a quick update on how I'm enjoying turning pictures into cool, professional-looking videos and it's quite simple to do.

You can watch this short YouTube video I created to see how simple it is:



Hope you enjoyed watching this video and learning how to make your own cool video!

Apple iPad Reviewed (coming to Canada May 28, 2010)

The Apple iPad has been touted by many as a "laptop killer" before it actually launched.

However, now that reviews are pouring in through first-hand experience, the verdict is out ~ the iPad is not a "netbook or laptop killer"!

Having said so, it has a lot to offer - so the question still remains, does the iPad live up to all the hype and buzz?

Well, the answer to that is YES and NO...hah...you probably didn't want to hear that, but that's the nature of this slick and popular device.

Well overall, it lives up to its expectations from the amazing slick look, speed in accessing apps, battery life and overall versatility. But, like I said earlier, if you were thinking it's going to replace your laptop or desktop, it ain't - at least not yet!

I've done a more detailed review of the iPad on my Amazon Blog, CLICK HERE to read it.

Watch Out for these Common Grammatical Errors

Grammatical errors in articles or blogs can make a difference in conveying the message to your readers.

I personally think that it's important to be aware of some especially common grammatical mistakes that can alter the message and make one's writing look sloppy.

I recently created a Squidoo web page where I discuss some of the most common mistakes made by writers and what to do about it.

I discuss the correct usage of the words “There, Their and They're”, “You're and Your”, “Than and Then”, “Its and It’s”, and "Lose and Loose".

Did you catch the grammatical mistake in the picture above? If not, you better CLICK HERE to review this informational Squidoo lens (web page) and learn how to use these words correctly.

If you think you know your grammar, then challenge yourself to a grammar quiz by CLICKING HERE.

Hope you find this useful and let me know how you did...good luck!

Photo Credit: rojopelo

World Cup Soccer Fever Is Spreading!

The 2010 FIFA World Cup soccer tournament begins in approximately 41 days and soccer fans are waiting in anticipation for one of the most popular sport's tournament in the world.

It happens every four years and a lot happens during this period in terms of the qualifying rounds and preparation by the host country.

South Africa is all set and all eyes will be watching as the curtains open on June 11, 2010 as the host nation takes on Mexico.

I've put together a blog especially for soccer enthusiasts who would like to follow and keep abreast of the happenings at the World Cup...CLICK HERE to go directly to that blog.

Also, I put together a Squidoo page that captures the essence of the 2010 world Cup tournament in one page...CLICK HERE to access this page.

Let the games begin...my favourite team is Brazil and I will be cheering them on - how about you?

Video Marketing Made Easy!

Hello Friends, the past few weeks have been busy and I haven't blogged much. So I thought I'd share a quick post on the popular trend of VIDEO MARKETING.

6 Tips to Instart Marketing With Video Blogging

I'm not sure if you've heard much about VIDEO MARKETING and how this trend has really caught on, thanks to social sites like YouTube, MetaCafe and others. So this form of marketing is becoming more and more popular.

Many people are becoming familiar with the concept of video marketing, but most don't know how to create a good video.

I will be writing more in-depth on this topic, however, for now I just wanted to introduce to you an incredible website called ANIMOTO which basically takes pictures and converts them into professional looking videos.



It pretty much does everything for you. If you haven't yet, check this video above that I created using Animoto from my 2010 Goa vacation pictures. You can then learn how to create your own videos for free.

Hope you enjoyed it - now go create your own free Animoto video. If you have any question, feel free to contact me. Have a great week! : )

Visit My New Blog on Healthy Living

Hello Friends, I just created another blog on MAKING HEALTHY LIVING A LIFESTYLE.

This blog is going to be focused to connect with individuals who have made healthy-living a lifestyle as well as those individuals who want to make healthy-living their lifestyle.

In the coming days, weeks and months, I plan to provide valuable, credible and well-presented information for those of you who are interested in living a healthy lifestyle.

I'd also like to hear from you folk out there who are already living and are proponents of healthy living. I'm sure I can learn a lot from you as we journey together.

Have a wonderful weekend y'all...


To Healthy Living! : )

Visit My New Blog on Helping Non-Profit Organizations

Good Day Friends,

Hope you're having a great week so far!

I just created another blog which is focused on HELPING THE LESS FORTUNATE. This blog is going to be focused on working with individuals and organizations who would like to join me in reaching out to the needy.

The best part is that it will NOT COST you a cent to join hands with me because the programs that I share here are designed to leverage the power of the internet and supported by advertisers.

You will find how YOUR CLICKS CAN GO A LONG WAY...please visit my blog to learn more.

Have yourself a wonderful day!

Anthony

My Recent Vacation to Goa, India

In Jan/Feb 2010, I was blessed to be able to visit my family down in Goa, India for 5 weeks and had a fabulous time. It was great to see my mom, siblings, nieces, nephews and relatives. We had an awesome time catching up, but as usual time flies when you're having fun. I really enjoyed every bit of it, including the yummy home-cooked food!

I've been trying to catch up with things since I got back, but it's been a challenging trying to get all the ducks in a row - it's been fun though 'cos I try to focus on taking one day at a time.

I was away this past week as well catching up with a close friend and his family in northern Ontario. It was wonderful to see them and spend the week there. Surprisingly warm weather helped us spend a lot of time outdoors and the kids loved it too. I will try and post some pictures of my northern Ontario trip soon.

You can check some more vacation pictures by clicking here.

Have a blessed week ahead!

Anthony Godinho Up Close & Personal

I just started this blog earlier today which is focused on building relationships and staying connected.

I will be connecting with like-minded individuals on this Blogger platform and thought I should take the first step present yours truly.

I've created a Squidoo lens (web page) about who I am. This lens is an up close and personal look at myself, so those of you who want to know more about who I am, feel free to CLICK HERE.

I hope you enjoy reading it and feel free to post comments here or on my Squidoo lens. Also, feel free to introduce yourself to me and provide a link to where I can learn more about you...Make it a fabulous day! : )

Welcome to my blog!

Hey Everyone!

Anthony Godinho here...I just created my Blogger account and hope to update this blog regularly. I'm looking forward to connecting with like-minded individuals out there.

In the next little while, I hope to read many blogs on topics that interest me and connect. In the meantime, feel free to review my Blogger profile to learn more about me. Also, feel free friend me, post comments and check out the interesting links on my Profile page.

Look forward to connecting with you guys and gals!

Blessings! : )