DISQUS

sounds like an interesting competition...

any one who wants an online preasence should use an Analytics software...it's time google gives you one that's free and better then most.

I see this everyday as a small business owner. Competition is steep, profit margins are low, and client advertising is being put on hold until times are better. Recently I applied for a contract job and was privy to some general information after the contract was awarded, nearly 100 talented people in my field applied but only 10 got to bid on the project. Those 10 were pick based on experiance and then ability to communicate professionally. Although photography and photo editing skills are considered specialty technical skills, and are somewhat rare, the competition is steep. Today there are more people seeking jobs, and more employers willing to pay less for them (some are willing to pay more). but at the end of the day it's what sets you apart from the pack that will land you a job or get you that next contract.