Although WordPress powers half of all websites online, is free, open source, and perfect for small businesses, should you just skip it and go “custom” instead?
Small Business Website Success Tips
“Cossall Parish Council” – Mobile Responsive Website, Nottinghamshire
The Cossall Parish Council website was reimagined and redesigned. From the fixed-width HTML to the new, easier-to-administrate WordPress interface, it’s an all-round improvement.
COVID-19: Google Business Profile Adds “Temporarily Close” Your Business Feature
Google has added a “temporarily closed” button amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Businesses that are not absolutely essential must close and are advised to make this known online.
Use Your Business Website to Demonstrate Trust and Responsibility ⚓
Analyse your business with a fine-tooth comb and create web pages that show you’re trustworthy, competent and legally compliant. Don’t lose out to competitors who are already taking the extra steps to win the confidence of their customers.
Before You Advertise Your Website, Take a Good Look at It 👀
Are you thinking of running online ads to promote your website? Before you do that, make sure you’re not just pouring water in a bucket full of holes.
How Your Website’s “About” Page Helps Prospects Know and Trust You ❤️
Every half-decent business has something useful to say to potential customers, so bring this information to the forefront on the “about” page.
How Online Customer Reviews Boost Your Business
If you’re not actively building a repository of online reviews, you’re missing out on the powerful future marketing pipeline opportunity known as social proof.
“Ange Lord Art” – Mobile Responsive Website
This case study shows how a local artist launched her business website with specialised WordPress order/enquiry forms and comprehensive content.
It’s Complicated: Should Businesses Dump Crappy Instant Website Builders? ❤️🩹
If the claims are to be believed, are these instant online website builders really that bad, or are jealous “real” web designers just defending their turf?
The Website Pitstop: Why You MUST Develop and Test WordPress Websites Offline ⛽
It’s easy to botch up a live WordPress website, which is why an offline “local” web server is essential for testing, developing and backing up your work.