So Shoemoney is offering a free trip to SEO Think Tank 2008.  Yes, I would love to go.  To be honest, I’m a little embarrassed even throwing my name in the hat, though. 

That said, this opportunity would obviously be huge for anyone and so here I go … I would kick myself for not at least trying.  So here is my brief statement …

Things going against me …

• As you can see, this is the first post to this blog … OUCH.  I’ve done some blogging, but mostly for my “day job” business (see below).
• I am not a “big time” internet marketing star … yet … hopefully.
• I don’t drink … but I still like to have fun.

Things (maybe) going for me …

• I’ve been building websites since 1995.  I built a college community site way back then (when I was in college) that actually generated some revenue and traffic.
• I’m not a stranger to black-ish hat tactics.  My business partner and I back in the mid and late 90’s were doing page swaps on the old infoseek engine spider to guarantee a top three ranking to our clients.
• I’ve since “gone legit” and built up an online retail presence that has decent revenues (StrollerDepot.com) even if it doesn’t always drop a ton of profit to my pocket.
• I’ve been to the last two Pubcon’s (and will be there in November again) and two of the last three SES’s … so I’m not a complete noobie and won’t be asking too many really annoying questions (hopefully).
• I have quite a bit of experience at this point with PHP, mySQL, ASP.NET, MSSQL, and a bunch of other web technologies.
• I am the father of four kids including triplet 6 year olds … so you will have the satisfaction of knowing you’re helping us all out … not just me:)
• I’ve done quite a bit of video marketing for my “day job” and have seen some good success with that.  So maybe I could offer some advice/tips on that front.
• I don’t drink … means less need to buy or supply drinks … plus, if you need a designated driver , I’M YOUR GUY!

All of that said, what I have done so far (KlooKloo.com, ClubCloneGuide.com, HighImpactChanges.com and a few others) in this space has been a ton of fun and I’m convinced I can get good at it.  I’m curious, hard working and really have a desire to break through to some success here.  Give me a chance and you won’t regret it!

Oh yeah, plus I have a hot stock tip for you!