When I look under the bonnet of small business websites, there are a few issues I find again and again. So let’s dive straight into the most common WordPress mistakes and how you can avoid them to keep your site running smoothly and efficiently. 1: Ignoring updates This is by far the biggest error! Those…
Do you dream of creating a beautiful website for your small business, but worry that your lack of technical know-how might hold you back? You’re not alone. Many small business owners get ‘the fear’ about website platforms, especially with WordPress. But it’s not as hard as you think! This blog post tackles the three most…
One of the reasons that WordPress can feel daunting is because it’s not an out-of-the-box solution. You need to choose a hosting company, decide on a domain and then you’ve probably heard, you need to choose a theme. To me that’s what makes WordPress powerful – you make all the choices. But I understand that…
Your website is the digital front door to your business, welcoming potential customers and partners into your world. Choosing the right platform to build and manage this crucial business asset can feel overwhelming. Ready-to-go options, all-in-one options like Wix and Squarespace can seem simpler. At first. However, when it comes down to flexibility, customisation, and…
Creating your own website can feel like setting sail into uncharted waters. It’s exciting, yet the vast sea of options and decisions can be overwhelming. Fear not! I’m here to guide you through the initial, crucial steps of selecting hosting and securing a domain name, ensuring your voyage starts on the right foot. Why your…
In today’s digital age, where social media platforms are bustling hubs of activity, you might wonder if your small business really needs a website. The answer is a resounding yes! While social media is a powerful tool in its own right, relying solely on it can leave your business on shaky ground. Let’s delve into…
Does your copy fall flat? Would you like to write with the punch and verve of your favourite writers? I trained as a journalist nearly 15 years ago. The two courses I took taught me everything I know about using powerful words. Over the coming weeks I’ll be sharing the lessons I learnt, and still…
I’ve lost count of the number of times I’ve sat at my desk staring at a blinking cursor, willing the words to come forth, and multiply. Or spent hours writing and rewriting sentences because no matter what I do the wording isn’t quite right. But sometimes what you do before you even sit down to…
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