Sam Shaaban is the CEO of Uniontown-based NuRelm. NuRelm is a 10 year old, venture funded Internet software and services firm specializing in high-traffic interactive Web sites, content managed hosting, and SEO.
Sam developed an integrated suite of e-business software for the mid-market during NuRelm’s early stages. Prior to starting NuRelm Sam designed computer chips for IBM, where, at age 24, he earned his first patent. Sam is recognized as an expert in the design, creation, and integration of Web-based database systems, and has been a guest speaker at numerous industry conferences and university seminars, including national NCMPR and ASTD conferences, MIT Enterprise Forum, the Pittsburgh Technology Council, the Better Business Bureau, and the Entrepreneur’s Growth Conference.
Sam holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the West Virginia Institute of Technology and an MBA in Operations Management and Finance from Syracuse University, where he received a full academic scholarship and was awarded the Master’s Prize for Academic Excellence.
SEO Questions for Sam:
1. We all hear this acronym, SEO, thrown around a lot. Can you give us a simple definition of what, exactly, it means?
SEO or Search Engine Optimization, basically means the practice of making your Web site easier to find with search engines. The easier it is to find, the higher the Web site ranks in organic searches. Organic searches results are the ones that show up on the left side of the search result page.
2. Is SEO something a small business owner on a limited budget could do himself, or does it take a higher level of knowledge and skill than a traditional small business person may possess?
SEO is something that all business owners can learn about and should learn about. There is a plethora of articles and resources on the Web today that explain actions that can be taken to increase SEO. However, it can be a time-consuming task. With time being one of the things business owners do not have much of, a professional company can step in and help out. Some Web design firms, like NuRelm, offer SEO services or have access to partners that do.
3. What are the keys to a successful SEO campaign?
All search engines employ different algorithms, making a clear-cut path to SEO impossible. However, there are some general guidelines to follow.
• Make sure that content is keyword-rich, mentions locations/regions served, and is fresh and compelling.
• Check links through out the site periodically to ensure that none are broken or outdated.
• Build links to your site from other reputable sites.
Always keep site navigation streamlined and easy to understand
• What are some good resources to find out more about how to increase your site traffic?
B2B marketing sites
• Online marketing workshops/seminars/webinars
• Your Web developer
• Free publications and article submission sites
• NuRelm also offers articles on SEO practices in our Virtual Library and the monthly eNewsletter Internet Innovations.
4.
If you simply don’t have the time or the knowledge to run your own SEO campaign, what is the ballpark cost to hire a firm like NuRelm to do it for you?
All firms and freelancers vary in price. However, NuRelm has packages that start at $150/month for up to two hours of maintenance and monitoring. The packages, which are explained on www.nurelm.com, go up to $500/month for up to 10 hours. The price will always be decided by budgets available and how much you wish to receive out of the site. For example, national and international campaigns are going to require much more time than a business that only serves locally and regionally. The type of industry will also determine the amount of time required ongoing that should be invested in the SEO strategy.
5. Last question: Since we are all in a severe recession, money is tight, a lot of businesses are closing or at least scaling back to weather the storm, what can we do to generate sales leads right now in the most quantifiable, cheapest way possible?
Start a Linked In account, this will help by making connections online and getting the word out about your business.
Non-profits can create Wikipedia entries explaining the histories, missions, and goals of their organizations. For-profit entries are usually deleted upon creation.
Submit your content to Google.
If you have online products for sale, you can add your products to Google's product search for free.
Blog about topics that support you as an expert, which may drive traffic and business to you.
Sam Shaaban is CEO/Co-Founder of NuRelm, Inc, a successful 10-year-old Internet software and services firm that specializes in affordable Web solutions designed to increase sales and cut costs.
Thanks!
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Mona McGraw
NuRelm, Inc.
"UnTangle the Web"
(877)2NuRelm, ext.202
mona@nurelm.com
www.NuRelm.com
This show originally was taped at www.talkshoe.com on March 30, 2009 and can be heard archived at: http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/tscmd/tc/30986 or on TechnoGrannyShow unique channel at www.positivelypittsburghlivemagazine.com
Techno Granny Show blog is an additional way for Techno Granny Talk Cast fans to keep up with Techno Granny. She is a 61 year old single grandmother who also hosts four Talk Casts on the Talk Shoe network. The Techno Granny show is designed to bring baby boomers and others up to snuff with 21st Century technology. TechnoGranny Talks is more than that, it is technology finds and opinions of a tech savvy grandmother who is a power user of technology.
Monday, March 30, 2009
Monday, March 23, 2009
TechnoGrannyShow, How to Learn and Profit from Teleseminars
This show was originally taped on 3-23-09 at www.talkshoe.com and you can listen to archived version at: http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/tscmd/tc/30986 or on unique radio channel at: www.positivelypittsburghlivemagazine.com
Barbara Schwarck, Founder PCC, CPCC, MPIA, MSP
Barbara Schwarck has a rare set of skills, enabling her to deliver powerful coaching, trainings and keynotes to a wide variety of people interested in clarifying, identifying and achieving goals. As a business professional and entrepreneur, Barbara has the insight to achieve quick and lasting success for your associates, with a focus on bottom-line results.
Since success involves the entire person, you can expect Barbara’s coaching to include many perspectives. In addition to being a certified coach, she is certified in NET®. NET or Neuro Emotional Technique is a powerful technology that assists people in aligning body and mind with their goals and aspirations. It leaves people empowered, in action, and producing unprecedented results.
Barbara is not only experienced but also very well trained. She is a coach certified by the Coaches Training Institute, and the first of only three coaches in western Pennsylvania to have PCC credentials from the International Coach Federation (ICF). She is past president of the Pittsburgh Coaches Association, an adjunct professor at Duquesne University’s School of Leadership, and is currently working on a book to assist women with launching a new business.
Barbara’s clients appreciate her results-oriented approach blended with empathy, humor and creativity. In addition to coaching hundreds of individuals from all walks of life, an impressive list signifies Barbara’s status as a preferred provider for employee development. Such clients include Bayer, Bombardier, Lanxess, Heinz, Carnegie Mellon University, Office Depot, and the YWCA.
Teleclasses: How Guests Can Learn from Them and How Business Owners Can Profit from Them
How Business Owners Can Profit from Them:
1. Introduce either a new or existing products or services
2. Market your products or services to an unlimited audience world wide
3. Record teleclasses and post them on your website to create traffic
4. Use your teleclasses as a personal feedback tool
5. Convert teleclasses into podcasts and sell them on your website (if they are great)
6. Use registration information to add participants to email newsletter or other social networking tools such as twitter, facebook, linked in, etc.
7. Use teleclasses as practice for public appearance such as radio, TV or keynote speeches
8. Connect with old clients and convert them into “new” old clients
9. Support existing clients and keep them engaged
How to Make them Good:(otherwise people will not return)
1. Create a great write up
2. Send out guidelines for teleclasses to participant after they register be sure to get their phone number and email address:
• Be sure to have the correct bridge telephone number(308-377-8200)and access (pin) number(892#) before the time for the call.
• Eliminate all distractions and loud background noise before the call.
• Turn off call waiting.
• Use your mute button or the *6 function when you are not speaking to further eliminate background distractions.
• Don’t use car phones, cordless phones and speaker phones. They frequently cause feedback and static that can disrupt the call.
• Call at the appropriate time. If you are the first person on the call you’ll hear dead air. DON’T HANG UP. Just wait until the next caller comes on. You’ll hear one short beep for people calling in and two short beeps for people hanging up.
• When you call, if you are not the first person on the line, you will hear others on the line. Wait to be greeted and introduce yourself.
• When you speak, give your first name before making your comments.
• Don’t put the call on hold if you have music or other recorded items on your hold feature. If you do, the other participants will hear your music until you return. Either use your mute button or hang up and then call back.
• If you leave the call before the end, you don’t need to announce you are leaving. Just hang up.
3. Send reminders (I recommend several times)
4. Practice with a friend
5. Introduce yourself and the name of the class
6. Prepare a specific outline
7. Allow time for people to share and interact
8. Be sure to have a “call to action”
9. Follow up with a handout or some promotional item that relates to the class
10. Announce your next class
Barbara Schwarck, PCC, MPIA, is the President of Clear Intentions, Inc. an international people development company. To lead and launch people and organization to manifest their goals and dreams, she uses a cutting edge coaching method called Coaching Plus NET®. Coaching Plus NET aligns body, heart and mind with one’s goals. It is the secret to success because it assists people to achieve rapid success and lasting positive change. She can be reached through www.clearintentions.net or at 412-242-3971.
Monday, March 16, 2009
TechnoGrannyShow, How to Speak "Geek", Is It Really Another Language?
This show was originally taped at www.talkshoe.com on March 16, 2009 and can be heard archived at: http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/tscmd/tc/30986
or on its own unique radio channel at www.positivelypittsburghlivemagazine.com
Your best bet in understanding the computer geek is to truly master the "computer language" as well as knowing how to work on many complicated programming applications including JavaScript, Web scripting languages, etc. You really must Obtain mastery in a variety of programming languages.
You will need to start learning basic computer repair procedures. Most computer geeks will build their own computers to their specifications. You can also help someone else's computer if it breaks down, which will let you understand how fulfilling it is as a computer geek. Or you could do what Techno Granny does and get them to be guests on your show and then everyone will think that you know how to talk to them.
You also could learn to work with computer geeks! You may find realize that they know things you do not know, and vice versa. Remember, you want to know as much as possible about computers in order to understand a computer geek. That’s why I started this show because I could not understand what was going on most of the time.
I figured out I could also learn to recognize computer viruses such as spyware and trojans that can damage computers. I did learn how to run antivirus and antispyware scans, sort of. In addition I figured out that I needed a firewall and that it was not just something for Girl Scout camp.
But the big thing was to get familiar with commonly used terms including bit, cookie, ip address, protocol, ram, server, spam, wysiwyg, etc. I think I just made up wyswiwyg but I am not sure considering there are things out there like Twitter and Plaxo and Meebo and Talkshoe where I originally recorded this show.
The internet is a wonderful thing and that is where I found absolutely everything except editorial comments and if you really want to take the time to learn to speak, “Geek,” then you can go to:
http://www.pchelpforum.com
Clicked on “Geek Jargon” and this is where the following information came from and much more on the 3-16-09 Techno Granny Show.
24 - 7 24 hours a day - 7 days a week. Refers to the type of connection a computer has to the internet (never off) or someone who spends all their free time on a PC
56K A high-speed modem that lets your computer 'talk' to others, and transfer information at a high rate of speed using special compression algorithms
Active desktop Windows 98 technology: makes your wallpaper interactive- links can be made in the wallpaper, news / information can be displayed and updated as wallpaper. So what’s wallpaper?
ActiveX New technology that improves video and audio output. When I used to see a message about Active X it terrified me because I thought it was something horrible like the anti Xmen heroes invading my computer.
Add-on Hardware added to a computer after purchase to enhance ability.
Analog Type of information transfer that allows for 'variations' and 'in-between' values; as opposed to digital that is either on | off, yes | no, true | false, etc.)
Apples A type of computer (not compatible with the IBM types referred to as PC's).
Backdoor A hidden or undocumented login account or access level to a program or system - often left by programmers so they can get back in to a system at an administrative level in case of an emergency, or system lock-up.
Backend The communication or programmer level of working with data (example. dBase language to sort data; or VB to change how a form looks on screen)
Backlinks Refers to a website or page, and checking 'back' to see how many other places link to it.
Bandwidth Network / Internet phrase referring to how much information can be moved across the network at one time. Means volume rather than speed.
Bells and Whistles The little extras on a computer or program: (spell checkers, scanners, etc.)
Beta Program or system that has been written, and is in the process of being tested and fine tuned, but not ready for sale yet.
Bitmap Type of graphic using colored dots to form a picture (see vector, and raster)
Bit buster Program that locks up computer by accessing too much memory.
Board The Mother board inside the computer that connects everything
Boot (Re-Boot) To start up a computer (or restart)
Bot A computer program that searches the internet for web pages and their content. These are often used by search engines, like Yahoo, Excite, etc. to find information people are looking for in the search boxes.
Bounce Returned email due to invalid name or address. (undeliverable).
Brain fart To make a mistake due to working with the wrong program, language or OS (ex. typing "dir" while in UNIX, or "list" while in DOS)
Bridge Networking hardware used to connect 2 'unlike' types of networks.
Browser The program used to 'look' at the internet (WWW) pages or sites.
Browse Same as Surf - to get on the internet and look at different areas.
Bug Program code that causes a computer to malfunction or doesn't work as intended
Burn Usually refers to creating a CD-ROM
Byte A single character or instruction of computer language
Top of Page
Cache (Memory) Special area of memory that stores recent commands so they can be executed faster than calling the information back from the Hard Drive again
Channel Sites on the internet that carry news and information. (Also networking terminology)
Code verb: To write a program - noun: the instructions a program carries out
Coder Person who writes computer programs (code)
Command line An interface used that utilizes keyboard commands to execute commands rather than using a mouse to click on items.
Computer Literate Person who knows how to use a computer. Not necessarily understanding the technical aspects, but can adjust settings with front end apps, and run programs
And that’s all you need to be to turn on your computer and use most of what normal people need to know but I thought it might be interesting to explore a totally new language called “Geek Jargon.” Don’t forget if you want to know anything about computer jargon go to: http://www.pchelpforum.com
There is absolutely nothing original in this blog and you can go to the above web site and copy any of it also, just be sure to give them credit.
or on its own unique radio channel at www.positivelypittsburghlivemagazine.com
Your best bet in understanding the computer geek is to truly master the "computer language" as well as knowing how to work on many complicated programming applications including JavaScript, Web scripting languages, etc. You really must Obtain mastery in a variety of programming languages.
You will need to start learning basic computer repair procedures. Most computer geeks will build their own computers to their specifications. You can also help someone else's computer if it breaks down, which will let you understand how fulfilling it is as a computer geek. Or you could do what Techno Granny does and get them to be guests on your show and then everyone will think that you know how to talk to them.
You also could learn to work with computer geeks! You may find realize that they know things you do not know, and vice versa. Remember, you want to know as much as possible about computers in order to understand a computer geek. That’s why I started this show because I could not understand what was going on most of the time.
I figured out I could also learn to recognize computer viruses such as spyware and trojans that can damage computers. I did learn how to run antivirus and antispyware scans, sort of. In addition I figured out that I needed a firewall and that it was not just something for Girl Scout camp.
But the big thing was to get familiar with commonly used terms including bit, cookie, ip address, protocol, ram, server, spam, wysiwyg, etc. I think I just made up wyswiwyg but I am not sure considering there are things out there like Twitter and Plaxo and Meebo and Talkshoe where I originally recorded this show.
The internet is a wonderful thing and that is where I found absolutely everything except editorial comments and if you really want to take the time to learn to speak, “Geek,” then you can go to:
http://www.pchelpforum.com
Clicked on “Geek Jargon” and this is where the following information came from and much more on the 3-16-09 Techno Granny Show.
24 - 7 24 hours a day - 7 days a week. Refers to the type of connection a computer has to the internet (never off) or someone who spends all their free time on a PC
56K A high-speed modem that lets your computer 'talk' to others, and transfer information at a high rate of speed using special compression algorithms
Active desktop Windows 98 technology: makes your wallpaper interactive- links can be made in the wallpaper, news / information can be displayed and updated as wallpaper. So what’s wallpaper?
ActiveX New technology that improves video and audio output. When I used to see a message about Active X it terrified me because I thought it was something horrible like the anti Xmen heroes invading my computer.
Add-on Hardware added to a computer after purchase to enhance ability.
Analog Type of information transfer that allows for 'variations' and 'in-between' values; as opposed to digital that is either on | off, yes | no, true | false, etc.)
Apples A type of computer (not compatible with the IBM types referred to as PC's).
Backdoor A hidden or undocumented login account or access level to a program or system - often left by programmers so they can get back in to a system at an administrative level in case of an emergency, or system lock-up.
Backend The communication or programmer level of working with data (example. dBase language to sort data; or VB to change how a form looks on screen)
Backlinks Refers to a website or page, and checking 'back' to see how many other places link to it.
Bandwidth Network / Internet phrase referring to how much information can be moved across the network at one time. Means volume rather than speed.
Bells and Whistles The little extras on a computer or program: (spell checkers, scanners, etc.)
Beta Program or system that has been written, and is in the process of being tested and fine tuned, but not ready for sale yet.
Bitmap Type of graphic using colored dots to form a picture (see vector, and raster)
Bit buster Program that locks up computer by accessing too much memory.
Board The Mother board inside the computer that connects everything
Boot (Re-Boot) To start up a computer (or restart)
Bot A computer program that searches the internet for web pages and their content. These are often used by search engines, like Yahoo, Excite, etc. to find information people are looking for in the search boxes.
Bounce Returned email due to invalid name or address. (undeliverable).
Brain fart To make a mistake due to working with the wrong program, language or OS (ex. typing "dir" while in UNIX, or "list" while in DOS)
Bridge Networking hardware used to connect 2 'unlike' types of networks.
Browser The program used to 'look' at the internet (WWW) pages or sites.
Browse Same as Surf - to get on the internet and look at different areas.
Bug Program code that causes a computer to malfunction or doesn't work as intended
Burn Usually refers to creating a CD-ROM
Byte A single character or instruction of computer language
Top of Page
Cache (Memory) Special area of memory that stores recent commands so they can be executed faster than calling the information back from the Hard Drive again
Channel Sites on the internet that carry news and information. (Also networking terminology)
Code verb: To write a program - noun: the instructions a program carries out
Coder Person who writes computer programs (code)
Command line An interface used that utilizes keyboard commands to execute commands rather than using a mouse to click on items.
Computer Literate Person who knows how to use a computer. Not necessarily understanding the technical aspects, but can adjust settings with front end apps, and run programs
And that’s all you need to be to turn on your computer and use most of what normal people need to know but I thought it might be interesting to explore a totally new language called “Geek Jargon.” Don’t forget if you want to know anything about computer jargon go to: http://www.pchelpforum.com
There is absolutely nothing original in this blog and you can go to the above web site and copy any of it also, just be sure to give them credit.
Sunday, March 15, 2009
TechnoGrannyShow, Repair versus Replace Your Computer
This show was originally taped at www.talkshoe.com on March 9, 2009. You may listen to archived version at: http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/tscmd/tc/18520
Or on Techno Granny Show unique radio channel at: www.positivelypittsburghlivemagazine.com
Talking Points – When to Repair versus Replace your Computer
About CMIT Solutions of Wexford
CM IT Solutions of Wexford was founded by Karen Stephens in 2005 to provide IT Services to small and mid-sized businesses in the Pittsburgh communities in Northern Allegheny and Southern Butler counties. CMIT’s Microsoft certified staff can provide specific, one-time solutions, or serve as a complete outsourced IT department. CMIT’s sister company is The Computer Café. The Computer Café offers drop-off computer repair services for individuals and small businesses from their shop in Wexford.
CMIT:
724-935-2010; website: wexford.cmitsolutions.com
The Computer Café:
724-776-5860; website: www.thecomputer-cafe.com; shop: 12300 Perry Hwy, Wexford
• Is now a good time to upgrade to a new computer?
o Discuss – Pricing
o Discuss – windows 7 versus Vista; upgrade program
• What can I do to improve my system performance until then?
o Discuss – system optimization
o Discuss – memory upgrades
• What if your computer is not functioning?
o Discuss – Viruses versus hardware issues
• What about antivirus software?
o Discuss – Antivirus not always effective
• What does virus removal and system optimization typically cost?
o Discuss – typical charges
• If the problem is a hardware issue does that mean that it should be replaced?
o Discuss – Most common hardware failures, which ones are worth replacing
o Discuss – Desktop versus laptop repair
o Discuss – Factoring in Age & General condition of the PC
• Why are laptops more expensive to repair?
o Discuss – Laptop configuration
o Discuss – Strategies for extending the life of the laptop until Windows 7
• So let’s say that I have an older PC with a bad motherboard. I want to replace it but I need the information on it. Do I have to repair the old PC to get my data back?
o Discuss – Importance of Backups
o Discuss – Data Recovery
• Will I get all my programs back?
o Discuss – Software needs to be reinstalled
• Summary/Recap
Karen S. Stephens
CMIT Solutions
7500 Brooktree Dr. Suite 101
Wexford, PA 15090
724-935-2010
www.cmitsolutions.com/wexford
Or on Techno Granny Show unique radio channel at: www.positivelypittsburghlivemagazine.com
Talking Points – When to Repair versus Replace your Computer
About CMIT Solutions of Wexford
CM IT Solutions of Wexford was founded by Karen Stephens in 2005 to provide IT Services to small and mid-sized businesses in the Pittsburgh communities in Northern Allegheny and Southern Butler counties. CMIT’s Microsoft certified staff can provide specific, one-time solutions, or serve as a complete outsourced IT department. CMIT’s sister company is The Computer Café. The Computer Café offers drop-off computer repair services for individuals and small businesses from their shop in Wexford.
CMIT:
724-935-2010; website: wexford.cmitsolutions.com
The Computer Café:
724-776-5860; website: www.thecomputer-cafe.com; shop: 12300 Perry Hwy, Wexford
• Is now a good time to upgrade to a new computer?
o Discuss – Pricing
o Discuss – windows 7 versus Vista; upgrade program
• What can I do to improve my system performance until then?
o Discuss – system optimization
o Discuss – memory upgrades
• What if your computer is not functioning?
o Discuss – Viruses versus hardware issues
• What about antivirus software?
o Discuss – Antivirus not always effective
• What does virus removal and system optimization typically cost?
o Discuss – typical charges
• If the problem is a hardware issue does that mean that it should be replaced?
o Discuss – Most common hardware failures, which ones are worth replacing
o Discuss – Desktop versus laptop repair
o Discuss – Factoring in Age & General condition of the PC
• Why are laptops more expensive to repair?
o Discuss – Laptop configuration
o Discuss – Strategies for extending the life of the laptop until Windows 7
• So let’s say that I have an older PC with a bad motherboard. I want to replace it but I need the information on it. Do I have to repair the old PC to get my data back?
o Discuss – Importance of Backups
o Discuss – Data Recovery
• Will I get all my programs back?
o Discuss – Software needs to be reinstalled
• Summary/Recap
Karen S. Stephens
CMIT Solutions
7500 Brooktree Dr. Suite 101
Wexford, PA 15090
724-935-2010
www.cmitsolutions.com/wexford
Monday, March 2, 2009
Techno Granny Show, Can You Hear Me Now? All About Hearing Aids
Episode 94, March 2, 2008 Techno Granny Show
Techno Granny; Can You Hear Me Now? All about Hearing Aids
Archived version can be accessed at: http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/tscmd/tc/30986
Or at: http://www.positivelypittsburghlivemagazine.com
On Techno Granny’s own internet radio channel
Dr. Suzanne Yoder, Au.D.
Doctor of Audiology and Owner of HearWell Center
Located in Forest Hills
2400 Ardmore Blvd, Suite 4
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
412 271-3002
DrYoder@hearwellcenter.com
www.hearwellcenter.com
Hearing aids are instruments that aid and enhance hearing loss. They are not a cure for hearing loss. They only have value to the person with hearing loss if the patient has been appropriately treated. What I mean to say is that the more important factor in obtaining correct hearing devices is the audiologist servicing and providing the hearing aid. The patient needs to be diagnosed properly to ensure there are no medical factors restricting the use of hearing devices and to rule out repairable damage to the ear (such as a ruptured eardrum or middle ear infection) that would lead to medical referrals.
After proper diagnosis the patient's lifestyle, needs and expectations are examined to determine the best match in technology and style. Once the patient has been counseled on the best device options and the devices are ordered, the patient is fit with their hearing aids, instructed on use and care of the devices and monitored closely for several months to assess whether or not the devices are helping them reach their goals and meeting their expectations.
Technical points:
Hearing aids are like a mini computer. They are set to the patient's hearing loss (and are not appropriate for anyone but that patient) with a great deal of precision. Hearing aids can be fine-tuned by frequency (pitch) and loudness as well as sensitivity to noise and wind. The number of fine-tuning options varies within the product line of every manufacturer.
Hearing aids are told when and how to help wearers in use of the phone, hearing in background noise or perhaps even listening to music.
Some hearing aids are programmed to automatically process for all different environments and some have manual buttons and controls for the patient to select different settings for different enviroments.
Hearing aids can also couple with any number of audio devices. It is now possible to connect to iPods, Cell phones and bluetooth devices wirelessly as well as the television and landline phone. Some would call the devices a hearing system because you can now have the option to connect to all the sounds in your world that YOU want to connect to. When I was a little girl I wished with all my heart to hear music through my hearing aids... now it's possible! Hearing aids have more flexibility than ever before and they are smaller than ever before too. It is a very exciting time to be an audiologists.
Other points:
How directional microphones help hearing in background noise.
How hearing aids can cancel out feedback.
How hearing aids can reduce the feeling of being "plugged up"
Return/refund policies commonly found.
Why hearing aids are expensive.
Types of hearing aids:
Hearing aids that don’t look like hearing aids – such as the Bluetooth gear.
Hearing aids are very cosmetically appealing and the new styles do not plug up the ear. - (Old hearing aids used to feel like a plug.)
Better technology in hearing aids improve hearing in background noise, reduce wind noise on microphone, reduce whistle (called feedback) issues with cancellation technology and more.
Hearing aids vs hearing systems. Now you can buy hearing devices that will connect you with several other devices – phone, tv, cell phone, radio, etc.
Safety issues in regards to hearing – hearing the smoke detector, hearing the phone or the door, hearing oncoming traffic, sirens and other alerts both in and outside the house.
Untreated hearing loss affects family members – they become the interpreter; they have to take calls – they may resent it; feel angry; feel sad at the loss of independence of their loved one, etc.
HearWell Center, located in Forest Hills, PA, provides the highest standard of care to patients with, or at high risk to hearing and vestibular disorders, in a respectful, friendly and professional environment. Audiologist Dr. Yoder maximizes the patient experience and enhances quality of life through individual-based audiology services including hearing tests, diagnostics, education, counseling, treatments, rehabilitation and devices (such as hearing aids, hearing protection assistive devices and alerting devices). Find out more.
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Techno Granny; Can You Hear Me Now? All about Hearing Aids
Archived version can be accessed at: http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/tscmd/tc/30986
Or at: http://www.positivelypittsburghlivemagazine.com
On Techno Granny’s own internet radio channel
Dr. Suzanne Yoder, Au.D.
Doctor of Audiology and Owner of HearWell Center
Located in Forest Hills
2400 Ardmore Blvd, Suite 4
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
412 271-3002
DrYoder@hearwellcenter.com
www.hearwellcenter.com
Hearing aids are instruments that aid and enhance hearing loss. They are not a cure for hearing loss. They only have value to the person with hearing loss if the patient has been appropriately treated. What I mean to say is that the more important factor in obtaining correct hearing devices is the audiologist servicing and providing the hearing aid. The patient needs to be diagnosed properly to ensure there are no medical factors restricting the use of hearing devices and to rule out repairable damage to the ear (such as a ruptured eardrum or middle ear infection) that would lead to medical referrals.
After proper diagnosis the patient's lifestyle, needs and expectations are examined to determine the best match in technology and style. Once the patient has been counseled on the best device options and the devices are ordered, the patient is fit with their hearing aids, instructed on use and care of the devices and monitored closely for several months to assess whether or not the devices are helping them reach their goals and meeting their expectations.
Technical points:
Hearing aids are like a mini computer. They are set to the patient's hearing loss (and are not appropriate for anyone but that patient) with a great deal of precision. Hearing aids can be fine-tuned by frequency (pitch) and loudness as well as sensitivity to noise and wind. The number of fine-tuning options varies within the product line of every manufacturer.
Hearing aids are told when and how to help wearers in use of the phone, hearing in background noise or perhaps even listening to music.
Some hearing aids are programmed to automatically process for all different environments and some have manual buttons and controls for the patient to select different settings for different enviroments.
Hearing aids can also couple with any number of audio devices. It is now possible to connect to iPods, Cell phones and bluetooth devices wirelessly as well as the television and landline phone. Some would call the devices a hearing system because you can now have the option to connect to all the sounds in your world that YOU want to connect to. When I was a little girl I wished with all my heart to hear music through my hearing aids... now it's possible! Hearing aids have more flexibility than ever before and they are smaller than ever before too. It is a very exciting time to be an audiologists.
Other points:
How directional microphones help hearing in background noise.
How hearing aids can cancel out feedback.
How hearing aids can reduce the feeling of being "plugged up"
Return/refund policies commonly found.
Why hearing aids are expensive.
Types of hearing aids:
Hearing aids that don’t look like hearing aids – such as the Bluetooth gear.
Hearing aids are very cosmetically appealing and the new styles do not plug up the ear. - (Old hearing aids used to feel like a plug.)
Better technology in hearing aids improve hearing in background noise, reduce wind noise on microphone, reduce whistle (called feedback) issues with cancellation technology and more.
Hearing aids vs hearing systems. Now you can buy hearing devices that will connect you with several other devices – phone, tv, cell phone, radio, etc.
Safety issues in regards to hearing – hearing the smoke detector, hearing the phone or the door, hearing oncoming traffic, sirens and other alerts both in and outside the house.
Untreated hearing loss affects family members – they become the interpreter; they have to take calls – they may resent it; feel angry; feel sad at the loss of independence of their loved one, etc.
HearWell Center, located in Forest Hills, PA, provides the highest standard of care to patients with, or at high risk to hearing and vestibular disorders, in a respectful, friendly and professional environment. Audiologist Dr. Yoder maximizes the patient experience and enhances quality of life through individual-based audiology services including hearing tests, diagnostics, education, counseling, treatments, rehabilitation and devices (such as hearing aids, hearing protection assistive devices and alerting devices). Find out more.
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