Sgt Papi

Poll: Which Sgt Papi Logo do you like?

Carlos Vazquez — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 23:07:49 +0000

I submitted a Logo Design Contest for my Sgt Papi brand. Which one do you like the most? Vote nowNote: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll.

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RANT: Get an idea and STICK to it!

Carlos Vazquez — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 20:27:49 +0000

I’ve been bitten by the entrepreneurial bug back in the year 2001 (Thanks to Robert Kiyosaki’s – Rich Dad Poor Dad Book) and ever since I’ve had this goal of becoming a millionaire. I’ve accepted that I won’t achieve this by winning the lottery, singing or being an athlete. I have no other alternative other than starting successful businesses (note the plural form of the word). As I was cleaning my room I’ve happen to come across some old business plans of other ventures that I’ve attempted. I consider them a success because I’ve actually generated some type of income from it however they failed because of one thing and that is consistency. I’ve come to the realization that making money isn’t the hard part, it’s actually making money over and over again. Coming up with an idea isn’t challenging for me however sticking to it is. Is that some form of business A.D.D.?

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When do you draw the line between fatherhood and ambition?

Carlos Vazquez — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 17:12:41 +0000

I love my kids and that is undeniable but at times I feel like I’m not being the best dad I can be. I’m so caught up on trying to be successful that sometimes it feels like I’m just not giving enough attention to my boys. I have a goal in mind and my thought process has to do with my children benefiting from my success. I feel that if I work hard now my kids will be able to reap the rewards tomorrow. What are your thoughts? Do you feel that your children are young once and there should be nothing to interfere with that time in their lives or would you focus on your goal with intentions that your children will thank you for all your hard work later?

Please leave a comment and share your thoughts.

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5 things I learned that improved my blog this month

Carlos Vazquez — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 03:44:24 +0000

Although this month was short, I’ve somehow been able to generate more unique visitors this month than January. I’ve been reading tips and tricks on different methods to improve my stats however with my actual actions I’ve been able to truly understand what I’ve learned. Out of all the things that I’ve learned here are the top 5 that I feel are truly valuable:

Stay consistent with the updates

I have been looking at my web stats and I find that when I update on back-to-back days, even if it’s one post a day, the traffic will either stay the same or slightly increase. The moment that I miss just one day I would see the stats drop. So by updating at least once a day I can keep the momentum going.

Interact with the visitors

Whenever someone decides to leave a comment on my post I try to immediately respond and somehow there seems to be more traffic to the comments section than my actual posts. It’s as if the visitors are interested
in the comments prior to reading the actual post itself.

Create Original and Appealing Content

At one point I would just pull all kinds of articles from other sites without really adding anything of my own in there. It seemed rather dull and I was giving off the sense that I was just a biter with no originality. The moment I started to create my own content they would generate more page views than the ones that weren’t mine. I guess no one really wants to read the same trash on another site. Shoot, I really wouldn’t waste my time on those neither.

Leverage Social Media to increase traffic

I’m a strong believer that Social Media is by far the fastest way to generate a buzz about my web presence in the shortest amount of time. For instance, by writing an original post and posting it on my news feed/twitter feed, it just jolts the stats.

Motivate yourself

This one has to be the hardest one because of so many different obstacles that just landed in my way. From writers block, to lack of quality content (that hasn’t been overexposed already) to no time or even just no energy. I’ve played around with my schedule to find a happy medium to see when I get most of my original ideas from but I’m still experimenting. I do enjoy waking up early (say 5:15am early) to browse the web and see if there’s anything interesting to blog about.

I am enjoying this blogging stuff and have even started another blog on the side called SeduceDontSell.com. I’m going to stick to blogging for a while longer to see where it takes me.

What have you learned that’s improved your blogging skills? Please share them here as I would love to get some more tips.

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Social Networking sites to be unbanned by US Military

Carlos Vazquez — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 03:39:48 +0000

When it comes to technology it always seems that the US Military stays behind the power curve and always seems to play catch-up. Worst of all when it doesn’t understand a new piece of innovation they tend to ban it until they can figure it out. That’s what ended up happening to all social network sites such as facebook, myspace, twitter, youtube, etc. After a ban on the sites it’s finally sparked some “smart” officers & directors that these sites can actually be useful to boost morale and help service members keep in contact with their loved ones. I mean god forbid that the folks at home can actually get a status update on their service member directly from them! The policy will be implemented very soon. Take a look and read over the upcoming changes here

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Poll: If Wet Willies delivered, would you order?

Carlos Vazquez — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 02:44:28 +0000

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9 TV shows that babysit my kids

Carlos Vazquez — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 02:41:06 +0000

I know that having the kids sitting in front of the TV isn’t always healthy however it’s also true that having that TV is a blessing, as it is my flat screen babysitter. These TV shows are actually specially formulated to stimulate their minds and promote proper behavior and cognitive skills. My kids have surprised me with some of the things that they repeat from these shows. Since there is a wide selection of shows here are the top 9 shows that they simply can’t get their eyes off of:

What shows do your kids watch?

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The geek “I’m sorry” card

Carlos Vazquez — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 10:32:04 +0000

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5 Players that would look good in a Heat uniform

Carlos Vazquez — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 22:36:18 +0000

If you’ve been following me on my tweets and my facebook uptdates you’re very well aware that I am an avid Miami Heat fan. I simply love being a Miami Heat fan and will die a Miami Heat fan. There are definitely out there just like me and wonder “What in the world is Pat Riley going to do for next year?” I would love to believe that we would be dangerous in the playoffs however it’s also true that we are just not strong and consistent. We need some change, some Obama change! I receive a newsletter from the Bleacher Report and they have an article on which players would look great in a Heat uniform. I’m very optimistic on what’s going to happen but it’s only a matter of time. Read the article, if you’re a Heat fan you will absolutely enjoy it.

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Who would you like see in a Miami Heat uniform next year? Share your thoughts!

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Undercover Boss: A new marketing ploy or a whistle

Carlos Vazquez — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:09:26 +0000

After the Superbowl CBS took the opportunity to broadcast a pilot of “Undercover Boss” a show that follows a Top Company Executive while they go undercover in their own business to see how the company truly runs. The first episode was of COO Larry O’Donnel from Waste Management. He posed as a new hire for entry level jobs such as recycling belt sorting, port-o-john cleaning, garbage picker upper, administration dancing/running and driving in a pickup truck with a lady whom can’t go and take a break to do number 1 so resorts to improvisation when she needs to go. Now there are mixed reviews of the show but as I get to work in Corporate America, these employees got to tell their story on how hard it is to keep a job. Sure we’re in a recession and it’s stressful being unemployed however it’s also true the the “Corporate” department always manages to implement “New” and “Innovative” ways to increase the bottom dollar for the shareholder at the expense of their hardest working employees. You can read a full article on a blog post for on Time. [Undercover Boss Is Phony and Manipulative. But Don't Hold That Against It]

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