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What is a Landing Page?

Instead of directing a prospective customer to your homepage who is only interested in your roofing services, you'd direct them to a landing page that's focused exclusively on your roofing services.

WordPress Websites Are Just Template Websites, Right?

I'm often asked when someone is slightly familiar with WordPress if all we do is pick out a WordPress template, make a few changes and call it day.

Web Design Tips for Plumbers (Video)

In this video review, we look at six plumbing websites, going over the good and the bad. If you're in the plumbing business, you'll want to see this.

Website or it Didn’t Happen.

Businesses that do great work always have a strong word-of-mouth component that brings in a lot of business. Often, it’s the only form of marketing that people do.

Free Stock Photos

I see it all the time. People making decisions about how something looks or functions to appeal to themselves.

Web Design Review – Jeweler (Video)

In this video, we review a local jeweler's website and how it can be improved.

Most Common Website Mistakes

As you can guess, there are countless numbers of mistakes people make with their websites. I want to focus on the most common we notice every day.

It’s Not About You, It’s About Your Customers

I see it all the time. People making decisions about how something looks or functions to appeal to themselves.

Why Your Hosting is Hurting Your Business

You'll receive updates that allow extra functionality in WordPress, but most importantly, is to close known security loopholes.

Does Your Website Include These Must-Have Features?

You'll receive updates that allow extra functionality in WordPress, but most importantly, is to close known security loopholes.

Why You Should Stop Ignoring WordPress Updates.

You'll receive updates that allow extra functionality in WordPress, but most importantly, is to close known security loopholes.

Why a Blog is a Good Idea

I'm often asked: is a blog a good idea for my business?

Is Your Website 10 Years Old?

Look at how some of the most visited websites on the internet have matured over the last 10 years.

Importance of Online Reviews

Online reviews can be found very easily, because of search engines and mobile apps. Reviews are what people see before they see your store in real life. I think of reviews as an online storefront.

Real Estate Advertisement Design Problem

Every week in the newspaper, there is a magazine that includes local real estate companies. This time a quarter-page ad stood out to me.

Jewelry Postcard Improvement Ideas

Over the holidays this postcard came in the mail: As a marketer and designer, I was not surprised. We all chuck these types of advertisements in the trash.

Contractor Web Design Examples for Inspiration (Vancouver & Portland)

Take a look at these beautiful contractor websites in Vancouver, WA and Portland, OR! We cover each one in detail, both the good and the bad!

Restaurant Website Design Examples for Inspiration (Seattle, WA)

Take a look at these beautiful restaurant websites in Seattle, Washington! We cover each one in detail, both the good and the bad!

WordPress 4.9 “Tipton” Released – Favorite New Features (with Screenshots & GIFs)

WordPress 4.9, "Tipton" was released on November 16, 2017. View all of our favorite new features with screenshots and GIFs!

How to Speed Up Your Web Design Project

Have you ever hired a website designer? If not, you may be asking yourself “How long does a website take to create?” You may be surprised to find out that the turnaround time almost always depends on you, the customer.

What is a Vector Logo?

Who doesn’t want their company’s logo to look crystal clear when printed? But how do you guarantee when your logo is printed on a banner or brochure that it won't become blurry? Find out how a vector logo solves your problem!

How to Organize Your WordPress Media Library

An often-overlooked area of a WordPress website is managing media (images/documents/audio/video) you upload to your website. Find out how to create folders to make updating your website easier!

How to Create a Strong Password for WordPress

When moving as fast as we do in this world, it can be tempting to enter in your password you’ve used for years and be on your way. The path of least resistance. The problem with the method above may not be as apparent as you think.

What is an SSL Certificate?

SSL Certificates have become a very popular topic since Google decided in 2014 to use them as a ranking signal in search results. We’re all starting to become accustomed to the green lock icon in the address bar. It lets us know that the website we’re browsing is legitimate and takes their website and company seriously.  Learn about SSL Certificates and how they can benefit your website.

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