Moving Advice » Marketing

Moving During the Holidays?

Daniel — Thu, 23 Dec 2010 19:18:15 +0000

If your move date is near Christmas, there’s no reason to shout, cry, or pout. Just go to HireAHelper.com, take 5 minutes to book some loading and unloading help, then sit back and enjoy the eggnog.

Chrome Netbook cr-48 Pictures

Daniel — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 21:47:32 +0000

Just wanted to post some pictures of the new Google Chrome OS Notebook (or Google Chrome netbook – take your pick). According to the blog post on the Googleblog the test notebooks sent out to the Chrome OS test pilots will be all black with no logos or branding (as seen below) and will have the following specs:

“12.1 inch screens, full-sized keyboards and touch pads, integrated 3G from Verizon, eight hours of battery life and eight days of standby time.”

Here are the test Google Chrome notebook pictures:

A picture of the Google Netbook used for testing the Chrome OS

The Google Chrome Netbook CR-48 - No branding or stickers

The Google Netbook Pictured From the Side

Another picture of the Chrome Netbook CR-48

Update 2/15/20011 – My wife and I recently each received our very own Google Chrome OS CR-48 Netbooks. I wrote a post about the unboxing of them here.

Newest Chrome OS Screenshots

Daniel — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 21:22:04 +0000

It’s finally happening – Google, after a failed attempt to compete in the cell phone manufacture industry, has decided to try and step on some Notebook Operating System toes by coming out with a private, invite-only beta not-for-sale version of their Chrome Netbook cr-48 running the new Chrome OS ( see screen captures of the new Chrome OS below).

Screenshot of the Chrome OS Login Screen

The login screen can be edited to include multiple users and a guest account.

Screenshot of Chrome OS Desktop

The Chrome OS opens to a desktop that is actually just the same thing as the Google Chrome browser.

Chrome OS screenshot of the chat pop up that stays on top off all tabs/apps.

The notification pop ups, like the chat windows, stay on top of all tabs and apps.

Chrome OS Chat Panel Stays on Top

In Chrome OS you won’t have to switch between windows to chat and browse/work – but you will have to find a convenient space for that ever present chat window to stay – a plus or minus?

An example of Chrome OS Alert Notifications

Image of built in WiFi or Verizon Data network on the Chrome OS

Select from available WiFi networks in the area or use the Verizon Network conveniently built into the Chrome OS. If rumors are true and I can end up getting my hands on one of these I can use my iPhone and my Google Notebook all on one Verizon plan.

The Chrome Web Store - Apps for your Google Product...

You can’t have a completely cloud based Google Chrome computer with no software without having an App store – so here’s Google’s Chrome Web Store.

Stay tuned for pictures of the new Google Chrome OS Notebook.

Using Facebook or Twitter as Social Networking for Your Business

Nicole — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 18:36:59 +0000

There is an ongoing discussion in our office about whether or not using Twitter as social media will help to increase our business by a substantial amount. Or if it is worth taking the time to upkeep it.

Let’s begin with a few stats:

Facebook has over 350 millions active users. More than 700,000 local businesses have active pages on Facebook.

The average number of tweets per day is about 1.9 million.

People are using Facebook and Twitter as social networking to help spread the word about their company. This could be a good thing, but how much does it help the company? It creates a relationship market. For example, HireAHelper has a Facebook set up where you can become a fan, allowing us to create a relationship with our movers. It’s free, and it couldn’t hurt. Especially, with the popularity that Facebook and Twitter have right now. This is not to say your business will make a profit by doing this, but it will get your company name out there and possibly help you build clientele.

You can create a target audience, promote special offers or events via Facebook, and keep people updated about your business by creating a fan page.

Pros-

It’s free

Easy to update

Easily accessible through smart phones

Cons-

It may be easy to update, but the down side of that is it has to be constantly updated which could be hassle for some people

Doesn’t guarantee an increase in profit

A couple months ago, our credit card processor company went down temporarily, ceasing our ability to allow orders to go through. While this was being fixed, the company were updating their twitter constantly letting their clientele know about the progress being made to solve the problem. This helped to eliminate large amounts of phone calls they would have received about the matter. This is a good example of how Twitter and Facebook is helpful for getting important information out quickly and efficiently.

Finding a Reliable Moving Company

Nicole — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 18:37:52 +0000

When it comes to finding a moving company, everyone values something different. Some people value reliability: the move has to get done on a certain day and at a certain time. Some people value the reviews of past customers: which company has the best customer reviews. And some people are just looking for cheap, day laborers to help get the job done.

At HireAHelper.com, we have a review system that will help you find the best company according to your needs. The helpers on are site are listed according to customer reviews and jobs they have completed through our website. So you can check out the helpers we have in your area and find exactly what you are looking for.

The internet has allowed marketplaces to thrive by connecting buyers and sellers from disparate locations. HireAHelper is like a marketplace for moving labor, listing several helpers in areas nationwide to allow customers to compare rates all from one website. Helpers sign up on our website, and we handle the booking and advertising for them.

Check out hireahelper.com to get quotes and set up reservations.