5Q Blog

Free iPad Contest, White Papers & Case Study During NRB

Sat, 27 Feb 2010 13:50:28 -0500

5Q Communications is excited to be at the NRB! It’s our business to provide specialized Internet marketing, design and development services for ministries, and we want to share the things we’re learning with YOU. If you join our Facebook fan page during the NRB (Feb. 27 - Mar. 2), you'll be automatically entered to win our free giveaway—a shiny new iPad (as soon as they ship!).

Twitter Tips

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 12:47:11 -0500

If you're fairly new to the world of Twitter, here are a few stats, tips and resources to help you get started.

Tips for Prepping Images for the Web

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 12:06:23 -0500

The three most common formats for images on the web are:

.JPG (JPEG - an acronym for Joint Photographic Experts Group)
.GIF (Graphic Image Format)
.PNG (Portable Network Graphic)

Typically, you will find JPG images used for photos, while GIF and PNG are used for artwork and graphics with larger areas of color.

Increase Your Fund Raising Conversion Rates

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 19:55:23 -0500

The last month of the year is a critical fund-raising time for most non-profit organizations in the United States. Ministries cannot afford to miss critical donors that visit their website during the month.

Tips for Writing for the Web

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 12:32:58 -0500

Here are some tips on how to write specifically for the Web:

Great Web Sites Just Don't Happen

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 10:05:05 -0500

Great websites take planning; they do not "just happen" through wishful thinking or random circumstances. Like your organization, your website is unique. Careful planning has gone into the creation and/or redesign of your website.

Your Environment has EVERYTHING to do with Your Results

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 14:35:50 -0500

As a company, we have benefited greatly from testing and evaluating each of our staff's strengths and natural abilities using the Kolbe Assessment. Mari Martin of Performance Strategies Group (PSG) has

Merry Christmas from 5Q

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 15:23:29 -0500

Despite the busy time we find ourselves in these days, we decided to have some fun this Christmas and commissioned Paul Yuen...

Have you had your Meatball Sundae?

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 15:26:51 -0500

Have you ever been caught by surprise by a wave at the beach? As it knocked you over, you experienced the feeling of helplessness and perhaps wonder at the incredible force and power of the ocean. Like the raging surf, new thoughts and technology keep rolling at us these days, making it a daunting task simply to be aware of the incoming changes, let alone understand them!

Position Available: Developer / Programmer

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 12:33:32 -0500

With several new projects on the horizon and continued solid growth, 5Q has begun the search for a top-notch Developer / Programmer with solid Python experience. Working for 5Q isn't for everyone -- because we work in a distributed environment, we need people who are highly motivated and can work remotely. But, more importantly, we seek an individual with a servant's heart who is teachable and willing to learn. If you like working with a team of highly skilled professionals, if you seek excellence in all that you do, and have a high sense of personal integrity, please see details of the position below.