If you have a small business, it’s essential to have a value proposition for your website that communicates what makes your business unique and why potential clients should care. A value proposition goes beyond “We make websites” and tells visitors what they need to know to become convinced of the value you can provide them. A …
The Must-Have Element Every Website Needs: A Powerful Value Proposition Read More »
Chances are you’ve heard the term SEO (Search Engine Optimization) or SEM (Search Engine Marketing) before. A lot of folks equate SEO to becoming more Google-able (if that’s even a word). Sounds simple enough. But the SEO rabbit hole can quickly become very complex. One way to understand SEO at a higher level is to …
Understanding Onsite SEO vs Offsite SEO: How to Build Authority with Your Website Read More »
Your website and your content must evolve with your business. Why? Because, as we all know, the only constant in life is change! Your services become more robust. Your team flourishes. The needs of your audience shift. As your business grows, you learn and grow as a leader, which provides you with more value to …
Why Ongoing Content Creation Is So Important For Your Business Growth Read More »
I think it’s safe to say we’ve all purchased one or two products based on a testimonial. It may have been a Google or Amazon review, a word-of-mouth referral, a case study, or even a friend sharing on their Instagram. But, what is it about testimonials that help influence sales? It’s social proof. Whether you’re …
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Why does Nike’s “Just do it” tagline resonate with us so well? Because it’s a call to action. It makes us feel something. It’s about taking a risk and rising to the challenge (whatever that challenge may be). That’s why, even if you aren’t a Nike fan, their tagline still sticks. So, what is it …
Everything you do starts with “why”. Well, at least it should. Why did you go into business? Why do you love solving the problems your clients have? Why do you work everyday to help your community thrive? Knowing your “why” is how you can move forward in executing your mission and bringing your vision to …
“How much does a website cost?” is a common question I get from clients. It’s a valid question. Price is usually the first thing that comes to mind when building a website. But, the bigger question is: “how much does it cost to not have a good website?” To be a serious business, you need …
4 Major Reasons Why Investing In Your Website Will Grow Your Business Read More »
When the value is clear, the decision is easy. THIS is a core value of mine and my business. Yet, communicating our values can often be challenging. Earlier last year, I had to face that challenge for myself when I set out to redesign my website. And, of course, redesigning your website doesn’t just mean …
Brand Storyboarding: Bring Your Brand to Life (+ my first video interview!) Read More »
Your brand is built on a great story. So, how are you effectively sharing it? In my last article on visual storytelling, I covered the need to identify your WHY to create clear, consistent, and unique messaging that resonates with your target audience. We also discovered three different approaches to visual storytelling: stock photography, brand …
Your website is a reflection of you and your values. So, when a potential lead lands on your website, what is it you want to communicate that shows them who you are, what you do, and why you do it? Think of your business as the greatest story ever told. What does that story look …
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