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Commenting snafu

For some ungodly reason, WordPress has been holding perfectly legit comments for approval. I discovered this earlier today and have since approved quite a few comments posted by people who were probably wondering why they were being ignored.

If you’re one of these people, I apologize. I’ll do better.

I’ve now WordPress to email me whenever a comment is held for moderation. This means I’ll have to delete quite a few spam comments, but it’ll be worth it to ensure the real stuff gets through.

Thanks for understanding.

Posted by Robert on February 27th, 2008 | Permanent link | 4 Comments »

The new Miskeeto

Non-profits are often the organizations that need the most help when it comes to using the web to achieve their goals. They’re also the ones least likely to be able to afford reputable experts to help them out.

To level the playing field, I’m proud to announce that Miskeeto is now dedicated to non-profits.

We’re going to help them maximize their potential through web design, social networking, and more. And then we’re going to train them, so they can sustain the model after we’re gone. We’re also going to check back every so often to answer questions and iron out the kinks.

And instead of pouncing on the oft-limited budgets of non-profits, we’re going to help our clients start and run microfundraising campaigns and apply for grants so that they can not only supplement their budgets to fund our work with them, but also better support themselves in the long run.

As we start working with non-profits, to keep you in the loop and let you know when we need your help to raise awareness or take action, we’ll be talking about our projects on the site and through our social networks.

We all have our own companies and/or clients (Kris, Stephanie, Daniel, and myself), but from now on, we’ll also come together to help non-profits maximize their potential. We are a small group, but I assure you, we’re big enough to change the world.

So get connected with Miskeeto (and directly with me) and help us improve the world, one project at a time.

Posted by Robert on February 26th, 2008 | Permanent link | 2 Comments »

SxSW scheduling note

As you may already know, I’ll be doing a 20-minute session on my upcoming book, Designing the Moment, as part of a slew of book readings at SxSW Interactive on Friday, March 7th.

But it won’t be at 2pm, as originally planned. The new time is 5pm—5:20pm.

Stop by the bookstore afterwards and I’ll sign your copy of Designing the Obvious (sorry—the new book won’t be out yet).

I hope to see you there!

Posted by Robert on February 22nd, 2008 | Permanent link | No Comments »

Save $50 on An Event Apart in New Orleans

An Event Apart in New Orleans is going to be a killer event, and I’m very proud to be a part of it.

And now it’s $50 cheaper. Just enter AEAHOEK when you register for the event!

Posted by Robert on February 8th, 2008 | Permanent link | 1 Comment »

Redefining User-Centered Design, Part 2

Part 2 of my 3-part article is now up on Peachpit.com.

Enjoy!

Posted by Robert on February 1st, 2008 | Permanent link | 2 Comments »