Category Archives: Small Business

Preparing Your Website for the Holidays

Earlier this week I tried to take advantage of an awesome Cyber Monday deal offered by a major retailer but their website was extremely slow loading and I never managed to get the deal.  I am talking so slow, it … Continue reading

Preparing Your Website for the Holiday Season

Earlier this week I tried to take advantage of an awesome Cyber Monday deal offered by a major retailer but their website was extremely slow loading and I never managed to get the deal.  I am talking so slow, it … Continue reading

DIY Web Site Nightmares – Why You Need a Professional.

Consider this… … You are starting a new business and decide that instead of renting an office you are going to build one yourself.   It can’t be too hard, new houses and buildings pop up seemingly overnight.   You think, “If … Continue reading

Create an Awesome Email Signature for your Gmail/Yahoo/MSN Email.

I often have clients asking me how to create a better, more effective html email signature for their gmail/yahoo/aol/msn email.   Specifically, they want to know how to add images or social media links to their signature.  The signature capabilities in … Continue reading

Is it Time for a Website Redesign?

If you are reading this you are probably aware that it is time to make changes to your website.  So how do you determine if you should just make updates to your site or if you are in need of … Continue reading

How Much Will a Website Cost?

This week I received an inquiry about a website design and the customer indicated that they wanted a 5 page website and they had a budget of $50-100.  I take pride in trying to find the best solution for every … Continue reading

How to Keep Your Customers Coming Back and Improve Customer Retention

Why do some businesses offer points, stamps or every tenth coffee for free? These businesses understand that a customer retention program is a fantastic way to ensure that customers keep coming back.  The most recognized customer retention programs are those … Continue reading

Is It Time for a Web Site Redesign?

Ever notice how sometimes a fresh coat of paint can revitalize a room in your house, the same thing is true with your website design. It is easy for small businesses to forget about their web site once it is … Continue reading