Taking a positive view of the industry in 2009.
Despite another rough year for much of the domain name industry, there’s a lot I give thanks for.
1. Companies are creating new solutions for domain monetization. As domain parking revenue continues to fall, companies are stepping in to fill the void with creative solutions. There’s DevHub and WhyPark on the quick site development side, and innovative directory and sales solutions such as Octane360.
2. There are more options to sell domains to end users. Big thanks to NameMedia for expanding its end user reach and GoDaddy for opening up its registration-path to the individual domain name owner.
3. Innovation is coming to domain sales. After a long wait, we’re seeing innovation in domain sales. Bido is maturing and developing, and new opportunities enter the stage every day. I think BargainDomains.com has big potential.
4. Domaining is a flexible occupation. My family might not be 100% healthy, but domaining gives me the flexibility to spend time with the people who matter.
5. Domain Name Wire readers and advertisers. I wake up excited every day to write. That would be rather lame if it weren’t for you, and impossible if it weren’t for my many great advertisers.
Sahar Sarid says
Thanks Andrew. We’re on the verge of another major release fairly soon, pushing the envelope further. I’m in the process of putting something on the blog about it in few minutes.
Thanks so much for all you’ve done this year, it is a great effort I can imagine but you are truly leading the pack.
Best,
Sahar
Belmassio says
I’m suprised you did not mention DomainAdvertising.com.
btw….link to Octane360 goes to Octane.com
Andrew Allemann says
@ Belmassio – will be interesting to watch DomainAdvertising.com as well.
Fixed link.
Jay says
I think the Octane360 link is wrong?
Andrew Allemann says
Thanks Jay, fixed. BTW, I’ll be writing an article about Octane360 next week
Marg says
Re; your point #5..that’s good because I wake up every day excited to see what you have written.You are my first thing in the morning go-to read. Thank you.
Craig Rowe says
Thanks Andrew! We really appreciate you helping us become a success and for your continued support.
Craig