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Font Personalities: Getting to Know Different Font Styles and Their Characteristics
Every font has a personality, and the fonts you choose can shape how customers perceive your brand before they read a single word. In this guide, we explore the characteristics, associations, and common uses of eight different font categories to help you find the right typographic voice for your business.

Steven Shippy
3 days ago


Social Media Verification: Is the Fancy Checkmark Actually Worth It for Businesses?
Social media verification is no longer just for celebrities and major brands. From Meta Verified to X Premium, businesses now have more paid verification options than ever before. But are the monthly subscriptions actually worth it? Here’s a breakdown of what different platforms offer, what features matter most, and whether the fancy blue checkmark truly helps businesses grow online.

Rachel Rains
Jun 3


Your Website Needs a Makeover: 6 Signs It’s Time to Refresh Your Website
If your website is more than three years old, it may be time for a refresh. Outdated design, clunky navigation, weak SEO, hard-to-manage content, and missed automation opportunities can quietly hold your business back. In this guide, we break down six common signs your website needs an update and how modern design, better structure, stronger messaging, and improved functionality can help your site work harder for your business.

Crystal Peterson
Apr 22


Eight Ways to Audit Your Website to Stand Out and Increase Sales
If you’re not a professional copywriter, website designer, or SEO expert, it can be tough to know whether your website is helping your business or holding it back. Your website needs to function smoothly, connect with your audience, look professional, and be optimized for both search engines and the people looking for information. To help you evaluate where you stand, we’ve put together eight ways you can dive into your website and see if it’s time to make some changes.

Crystal Peterson
Mar 10


How to Register (a.k.a. Actually Show Up) for Google Voice Search
Chances are you’ve said something like, “Hey Siri, where’s the best Mexican restaurant near me?” or “Hey Google, what time does the nearest coffee shop open?” That’s voice search in action. And if your business isn’t properly set up to show up in those results, you’re missing out on customers who are actively looking for exactly what you offer. The good news is there are simple, free steps you can take to make sure your business shows up for voice assistants like Google, Siri

Rachel Rains
Jan 12


What Makes Your Website Your Most Powerful Business Tool
Your website is one of the most powerful tools in your business. It quietly works behind the scenes to attract new customers, strengthen your marketing, and build long-term value for your brand. If you’re not thinking about your website this way, you’re missing one of the biggest opportunities to grow your business. It’s time to see it differently, not as something that simply exists, but as a working system that supports your goals every single day.

Crystal Peterson
Dec 17, 2025


From Likes to Leads: Five Reasons to Run a Contest on Social Media
If you're trying to build engagement with followers and reach new potential customers on social media, a contest is a great way to build traction online quickly. Contests grab attention, encourage sharing and commenting, and spark the kind of engagement that algorithms reward. A contest can be as simple as a giveaway, a push to gather testimonial comments with an incentive at the end, or a fun scavenger hunt of your website.

Rachel Rains
Oct 1, 2025


Why You Should Invest in Your Website: A Smart Move for Small Businesses Ready to Grow
As a small business owner, especially in a mid-sized or rural town, you’ve likely built your business through hard work, reputation, and word of mouth. That’s a great start. But today, even referrals go online to check you out. A website is no longer optional. It’s your handshake, your storefront, and your first impression. If you’ve ever asked yourself: “Do I really need to invest in my website?” The answer is yes. And it might already be costing you business if you haven’t.

Crystal Peterson
Aug 25, 2025


How to Get More Traffic to Your Website: 5 Essential Steps
The reality? If you build it, they won’t come, unless you actively drive traffic to your site and make sure your website is optimized with foundational SEO so people can actually find you. If you’re wondering why people aren't visiting your website, start here. These are the basics every business owner should be doing to get eyes on their site.

Crystal Peterson
Jun 11, 2025


Boosted Posts vs. Meta Ads: Which One Deserves Your Budget?
Navigating Facebook and Instagram advertising options can be overwhelming - especially when deciding between boosted posts and Meta Ads. If you’ve ever hesitated before clicking “Boost Post” or felt lost in the maze of Meta Ads Manager, you’re not alone. This guide will break it all down so you can confidently choose the right option based on your goals - and make the most of the content you’ve already invested time and energy into creating.

Rachel Rains
May 13, 2025
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