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Notes from fourteen years of building websites.
Practical writing on website design, redesigns, platforms and what actually helps a small business site do its job. No jargon, no fluff.
Squarespace Website Redesign Checklist for Service Businesses
Your business has changed, but your website still describes the services you offered two years ago. The pages look incon...
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Is Weebly Dead? What’s Really Happening in 2026 (And What to Do Next)
Is Weebly dead? Practically, yes — no new features in years, the app removed from stores, and Square only committing to...
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How to Migrate from Wix to WordPress Without Losing SEO Rankings
How to Migrate from Wix to WordPress Without Losing SEO Rankings You’ve built something on Wix. Your site has traf...
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How Many WordPress Plugins Are Too Many in 2025 | Best Practices
How Many WordPress Plugins Are Too Many in 2025 | Best Practices You’re scrolling through the WordPress plugin dir...
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How to Enable SquareUp Appointments on Your Website: A Complete Guide
If you run a service-based business, offering online appointment scheduling can streamline your operations and improve c...
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