The first step after purchasing a domain name is to build and design your own website. But ask any small business owner about website design and you’ll find that building a website seems like too tall of a task to tackle on your own. Fortunately, technologies and tools have …
This post was originally published on June 15, 2016, and was updated on Sept. 14, 2017, and June 5, 2019. In today’s information age, every successful business needs a website — even small, independent ventures. But a great-looking website doesn’t have to cost thousands of dollars. With the right tools and …
In 2024, it’s essential for you to try and raise your profile to compete in the digital marketing world. One of the best ways to do this is through guest posting, for both essential backlinks and raising your profile as a thought leader. Here are some potential options. Starting With …
HTML form elements such as checkboxes and radio buttons are staples of the web. But for many years, web designers didn’t do a whole lot to enhance them. That has changed quite a bit in recent times. Thanks to the power of CSS (and the occasional bit of JavaScript), these …
You must take website speed optimization seriously when designing websites. Google and users value speed, and will abandon a website if it loads slowly. A slow loading page provides a poor user experience, and as you know, about 53 percent of mobile users are likely to leave a site and …
12 steps to achieve vibrant branding in any new market. When your company is doing well, you’re ready to enter a new market and promote it. When your company is doing your brand well, you’re ready to enter a new market and promote your product or service to new customers. …
Web design is a career path that lends itself well to working solo. You don’t necessarily need a huge office or a team of colleagues. A resourceful designer can usually find ways to effectively manage their business. That’s probably why so many of us have chosen to work as freelancers. …
The phrases “brand” and “logo” are sometimes used interchangeably. Here’s how to create a distinctive (and memorable) brand identity in 2023. Although a logo might serve as a symbol for a company, it is not the sum of a brand. In reality, having a powerful brand identity begins with creating …
Having a strong community is a powerful way to build your business. If your business is more than just “products”, but a “community” it’s much more powerful. Having a customer is nice, in fact, it’s essential. AND having an energized community means you’ll always have customers. In my book “Celebrity …
