Here's a list of friends I've had the privilege of working with.
Edsolconsol is radically changing the way educators utilize technology to improve school systems. If you’re an educator, you need to see what they’re doing for school districts in New Jersey.
For everything about pets, check out Zootoo.com. The site is a wonderful community of pet owners. And if your pets are hungry, make sure to grab Delifreshpet food and Del Monte’s Meow Mix Cat food.
Developing countries need help, particularly in education. GILAS is an organization created by the Ayala Foundation that aims to make the internet accessible to all public high schools in the Philippines in five years.
And if you’ve got hosting problems, contact Cardinality for great deals on web solutions. They won’t let you down.
Friday, February 27, 2009
My list of Rock Stars
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Gmail Outage
Gfail? Hmmm. Probably not.
Gmail is more functional than down. Here's how it makes life easier.
Gmail is more functional than down. Here's how it makes life easier.
- 2GB of storage
- Search through mail easily
- Yep, it's free
- IMAP support
- Customization
Monday, February 23, 2009
Philanthropy, Philippines, and Valentine's
Thank you!
Last Friday's post Valentine's fund raiser was a complete success! Thank you for spreading the word. Thanks to Teresa Edmond for the newspaper's visit. We raised $1,448 and received numerous donations in the form of clothes, toys, and canned goods - enough to fill three boxes worth (think big boxes weighing 75lbs each). Thanks also to the Vine's Church Ministries for their countless hours of support to helping out the Mangyan community.
The satisfaction of knowing that several families have a place to live again is more than enough for me. Hearing that I could put several kids back to school makes all the difference.
Would I do this again? Absolutely. Again and again and again.
Why? Out of all the excuses that I can up with, you've probably got your own. Don't worry I won't use yours. Mine are not that good either. We live in a time with tools and resources that have the potential to change the world. Let's put those tools to good use.
Stick around, catch me on Twitter: @ecarlos, keep in touch.
Please do not forget about technology in developing countries! Here's a great cause called GILAS. The goal is to provide the internet to all public high schools in the Philippines within five years.
Thanks again!
Last Friday's post Valentine's fund raiser was a complete success! Thank you for spreading the word. Thanks to Teresa Edmond for the newspaper's visit. We raised $1,448 and received numerous donations in the form of clothes, toys, and canned goods - enough to fill three boxes worth (think big boxes weighing 75lbs each). Thanks also to the Vine's Church Ministries for their countless hours of support to helping out the Mangyan community.
The satisfaction of knowing that several families have a place to live again is more than enough for me. Hearing that I could put several kids back to school makes all the difference.
Would I do this again? Absolutely. Again and again and again.
Why? Out of all the excuses that I can up with, you've probably got your own. Don't worry I won't use yours. Mine are not that good either. We live in a time with tools and resources that have the potential to change the world. Let's put those tools to good use.
Stick around, catch me on Twitter: @ecarlos, keep in touch.
Please do not forget about technology in developing countries! Here's a great cause called GILAS. The goal is to provide the internet to all public high schools in the Philippines within five years.
Thanks again!
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Hot and Steamy
Imagine sharing one bathroom with your entire community.
Now picture yourself living with those same people in a small tent. Crowded right?
The Mangyan's community in Mindoro, Philippines was recently burned down. Homes and community centers instantly became non-existent.
This Friday, we're throwing a huge post Valentine's party to raise that support.
Here are the details.
Friday, FEBRUARY 20th, 2009
7:00-10pm
VCNJ
705 Ringwood Ave
Wanaque, NJ 07465
Cost of tickets: $50.00/person
We need 8 more tickets to meet our goal. If you or someone you know can sponsor a ticket, please let us know! Lock arms with us to rebuild this community!
We will also be taking donations to fill our boxes which we are sending in the end of February. Please bring baby clothes, adult clothes, canned foods, and anything of value which you are able to contribute. Every little bit counts!
Thank you for choosing to make a difference in the lives of the Mangyan families.
Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.
Enrique Carlos
Email: enrique.ec@gmail.com
Blog: www.enriquecarlos.com
Now picture yourself living with those same people in a small tent. Crowded right?
The Mangyan's community in Mindoro, Philippines was recently burned down. Homes and community centers instantly became non-existent.
This Friday, we're throwing a huge post Valentine's party to raise that support.
Here are the details.
Friday, FEBRUARY 20th, 2009
7:00-10pm
VCNJ
705 Ringwood Ave
Wanaque, NJ 07465
Cost of tickets: $50.00/person
We need 8 more tickets to meet our goal. If you or someone you know can sponsor a ticket, please let us know! Lock arms with us to rebuild this community!
We will also be taking donations to fill our boxes which we are sending in the end of February. Please bring baby clothes, adult clothes, canned foods, and anything of value which you are able to contribute. Every little bit counts!
Thank you for choosing to make a difference in the lives of the Mangyan families.
Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.
Enrique Carlos
Email: enrique.ec@gmail.com
Blog: www.enriquecarlos.com
Friday, February 6, 2009
The Tortoise and the Hare
Due to the snow, I drove at a steady 25mph, I couldn't help but notice SUVs pass me at 40mph in the snowy terrain.
Were they aware that their big ol' SUVs could flip over like the overturned SUVs two miles back? Possibly, but they keep on plowing ahead. Unfortunately for them, maybe for you, and even for me, their decision could have damaging consequences.
I remember when I first started driving, my mentor would always tell me, it doesn't matter how fast you go. You'll get there. Drive steady to reach your goal safely. Don't speed to get there first only to get banged up later. Those words have saved me lots of speeding tickets, accidents, and the flip of the bird, sometimes.
The same is true for website restructuring, launches, or whatever it is you're working on. First is great, but if the underlying motive is to be first without having to ask difficult questions, conducting usability groups, objective discussions, you'll find that first is going to cost you. Being the first to have the most customers without having a great product is going to cost you. Being the first to promise this or that feature is great, but if it's not usable, no one wins.
Were they aware that their big ol' SUVs could flip over like the overturned SUVs two miles back? Possibly, but they keep on plowing ahead. Unfortunately for them, maybe for you, and even for me, their decision could have damaging consequences.
I remember when I first started driving, my mentor would always tell me, it doesn't matter how fast you go. You'll get there. Drive steady to reach your goal safely. Don't speed to get there first only to get banged up later. Those words have saved me lots of speeding tickets, accidents, and the flip of the bird, sometimes.
The same is true for website restructuring, launches, or whatever it is you're working on. First is great, but if the underlying motive is to be first without having to ask difficult questions, conducting usability groups, objective discussions, you'll find that first is going to cost you. Being the first to have the most customers without having a great product is going to cost you. Being the first to promise this or that feature is great, but if it's not usable, no one wins.
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