A purpose-driven business: GoDaddy Q&A with Pura Vida founders Griffin Thall and Paul Goodman

During a post-college surfing trip to Costa Rica in 2010, Paul Goodman and Griffin Thall fell in love with the local artisan scene. From the colorful hand woven bracelets sold in each corner to the meaningful conversations with the locals, the two SoCal friends were inspired by the laid-back lifestyle …

The online security guide

You’ve registered the perfect domain name and are getting close to publishing your new website. Your product list, blog or new venture is coming together nicely, and your website looks superb. But something’s missing. You may recall the term ‘SSL’ from previous conversations and research. Here’s everything you need to …

How to become a mentor

Being a mentor is a rewarding experience. Not only do you provide value to the person you’re mentoring, but you’re getting new skills as well as the gratifying feeling of making a difference in someone’s life. Have you ever wondered how to become a mentor? Being a mentor can mean …

WooCommerce Wednesday: How to turn your WooCommerce store into an international powerhouse

Today’s ecommerce market has significantly expanded the customer base available to sellers. Businesses can now reach shoppers around the world almost as easily as those just down the road. In this post, we will look at how you can set up WooCommerce for international orders to grow your audience. What …

Email automation 101 — 5 steps to automate email marketing

Regardless of your niche, industry or sector, email is one of the most powerful marketing channels available to today’s business owners, with an ROI of $44 for every $1 spent. Ultimately, however, your email marketing success depends on how it’s done. When it comes to squeezing the most juice from …