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How To Give Feedback To Your Web Designer In An Organized, Effective Way
Your web designer is the person who will be helping you build your brand, define your website's look and feel, and create a user experience that works for you. But what if your designer is not doing what you want? In this case, it's imperative to give them feedback as...
Keyword Planning for SEO
Keyword planning is a key part of proper SEO, but it can be tricky to get right. We’ve put together this guide to help you understand what keyword planning is, why it matters and how you can use keyword research tools to create a comprehensive strategy for your...
Why we use the Divi Theme to build websites
The Divi Theme is easy to use and has a ton of features Divi is a responsive WordPress theme with a ton of features. It’s easy to use, has loads of customization options, and it’s reasonably priced (at least when compared to some other themes out there). It’s also one...
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Maintain your WordPress site [ keep it running smoothly and safely ]
As a web developer a common problem I see are sites that are not regularly backed up, updated and secured. Whether you built the site yourself or hired a developer you still need to maintain your site. Learning to maintain your wordpress site keeps it safe from...
How to speed up your WordPress Website
If you have a site that loads slow, don't blame it on WordPress. I've compared sites that were built with the same theme and one was fast and the other super slow. Most likely the site that loads slow is not built properly or it's the server. Yes, it is possible to...
Wix vs WordPress
These days, websites are being created by do-it-yourselfers in order to avoid paying a web designer. A common tool being used is software called a “Content Management System”, which enables users access to easy-to-use interfaces (like drag-and-drop) to create their...
It’s time to get a SSL Certificate for your site
There was a time when you only needed a SSL Certificate if your site sold products or services and collected Credit Card information. Google is now shaming your site if you do not have a SSL Certificate. Chrome will begin to flag your site as “Not Secure”. Google has...
Is your site mobile friendly?
Earlier this year GOOGLE warned that all websites not mobile friendly or responsive by April 21, 2015 will be penalized. Many thought to be mobile friendly sites have failed when checked with its mobile tool. GOOGLE urges all website owners to comply before the...
3 Steps to Engagement Marketing Success
Everyone has a circle of influence. You belong to networks that are personal, like extended family, personal friends, acquaintances, colleagues, neighbors and coworkers. As a professional you probably belong to chambers or industry-driven groups. These networks form...
Getting Started with Email Marketing
I hear so many clients say they don't have time for email marketing. That's like saying I don't have time for my clients/customers. You need to keep in touch with your customers, engage with them to keep informed on what they need and expect from you. So whether you...