Should I use “Cincinnati” in a domain name?
Picking out a domain name is a challenging task. One of the questions that I often receive about domain names is if the city should be in the domain name? In this example, we want to determine if a business should use Cincinnati in a domain name? My answer is: it depends. Google History With […]
What Is A Website Audit and Why Do I Need One?
You might be surprised at what a site audit reveals about your website… Saying the internet is a busy place is an understatement. As of December 2021, there are over 1.9 billion websites on the Internet and it continues to climb higher. With all of these websites competing to stay relevant with the search engines, […]
What Is Local Search Engine Optimization and Why Does It Matter?
The general consensus among marketers is clear. While 86 percent of them believe that their goals are harder to accomplish during the ongoing pandemic, the majority also agree that search engine optimization can help make their tasks a little easier. However, small businesses will benefit from taking the extra, more specific step toward local search engine optimization. This article examines the concept of […]
Do I need a privacy policy on my website?
Do I need a privacy policy on my website is one of the most common questions my clients ask. First, let me start with I am not a lawyer. This is not meant to be legal advice. I’m writing from the perspective of a web designer as it is an important aspect of information that […]
How To Choose The Best Domain Name For Your Website
How to choose the best domain name (aka URL) for your website sounds like an easy concept. However, sometimes it can feel like a daunting task. There are over 1.94 billion websites on the Internet and growing and sometimes the choices feel limited. Why is your domain name so important? It’s the first impression. Your […]
5 Common SEO Mistakes (You Are Probably Making)
Let’s talk about some common SEO mistakes most new website owners and bloggers make. Even some experienced bloggers make these SEO mistakes. What is SEO? SEO stands for Search Engine Optimization. It is the process of both increasing the quality and quantity of website traffic through organic (non-paid) search engine results. It is learning to […]
How To Get Your Business On Google
You may be asking, How to get your business on Google? You will need to create a Google My Business Listing. This lets Google know that you are a business. Whether you are a brick and mortar store, a traveling business (i.e. food truck), or a service based business, you can create a Google My […]
How to Add Single and Double Line Spacing in WordPress Blog Articles
How do you create a single and double line spacing in WordPress Blog articles? It may seem confusing when you are typing your blog articles if you will get a single spacing or double line spacing. If you copy an article that you have written in Word or Docs and paste it, it will keep […]
Why Use WordPress?
As a web designer, I am asked often, “why use WordPress?” WordPress is the best Web Hosting platform out there and perfect for any size business or industry. Most people are terrified they will need to be a developer to use WordPress and that is simply not true. With a bit of training, users realize […]
Why Is Website Maintenance Important?
Website maintenance is important to all businesses no matter the size. Your website is both a local and worldwide view into your business and has a large impact on how the value of your services are perceived. Studies show that 48% of users say that if they arrive on a website that isn’t working well, […]