Recent Blogs on Web Design, SEO, and Digital Marketing

SEO Known Creative / CWD SEO Known Creative / CWD

What Exactly is SEO and Why Does My Business Need It?

SEO, or Search Engine Optimization, is optimizing your business’s digital presence (including its website and business listings) for search engine results. The goal of SEO, or search engine optimization, is to get new customers from search engines like Google or Bing by being discovered easily on an internet search. This is further complicated by the general term “SEO” when there are actually four types: On-Page, Off-Page, Local, and Technical SEO. Read on to learn the basics so you know what your business needs to stand out from the crowd.

Read More
Marketing, SEO Known Creative / CWD Marketing, SEO Known Creative / CWD

Where Should You Spend Your Business Marketing Dollars?

It is a quickly changing world for businesses, and keeping up with the latest in marketing is more complicated than ever. Digital marketing is changing daily. So what exactly should a business focus on? Learn more about SEO, content marketing, UX/CRO, email marketing, community building, paid ads, and more.

Read More
SEO Known Creative / CWD SEO Known Creative / CWD

The Importance of Backlinks for Website Ranking

Search algorithms constantly evolve to better rank the increasing amount of websites. Since over 350,000 websites are launched every single day, this is a herculean task. Even though search engines are becoming more adapt at deciphering website content , one of the key components of search algorithms is the use of link-building or backlinks.

Read More
SEO Known Creative / CWD SEO Known Creative / CWD

Squarespace SEO vs. Wordpress with Yoast

Yoast is a well-known plugin used with Wordpress sites. It has tools and features that help boost a site’s SEO and overall search engine readability. If you have a Squarespace site, you cannot use Yoast - and that is okay. Squarespace doesn’t need it! It has its own built in SEO capabilities that Wordpress does not. Here are the main components and how they differ.

Read More
SEO, Marketing Known Creative / CWD SEO, Marketing Known Creative / CWD

Social Media Marketing 101

Between the overwhelming amount of competition online and the plethora of social platforms, no wonder small businesses are confused about finding the best way to stand out online. No matter what size business you have, social media is the most expedient way to gain exposure, drive traffic to your website, and create more leads and sales.

Read More
SEO Known Creative / CWD SEO Known Creative / CWD

How to Increase Website Traffic Through Social Media

So, you have a beautiful website but how do you get viewers? A non-marketed website is just like a gorgeous vintage car in the garage that doesn’t run - only you get to appreciate it. The secrets are variety, a well thought out plan, and consistency. Here are some sure-fire ways to get your website into the world and start getting some well-deserved hits.

Read More
SEO, Business Development Known Creative / CWD SEO, Business Development Known Creative / CWD

Why Networking Should Be a Cornerstone of Your Business

The term “professional networking” can invoke a negative connotation. Images of puffed-up salesman, self-promoting gurus, and cringe-worthy events often come to mind. This simple fact is, professional networking is a vital component to almost any business’ growth. And, if done correctly, networking can help build beneficial long-term relationships and improve your company’s recognizability and reputation.

Read More
SEO Known Creative / CWD SEO Known Creative / CWD

Top 10 Ways to Promote Your Business Today

The old ways of advertising are just not enough anymore. What’s left? The vast world of digital advertising is complex but has the possibility of being extremely effective. While some ways are free or nearly free and others are more expensive, all are viable options and worth considering. And once you begin, you may find it is not as complicated as you originally thought.

Read More
SEO Known Creative / CWD SEO Known Creative / CWD

How to Rank Higher in Google Rankings

You have a beautiful new website. Now what? Because the internet is constantly being updated with more information about businesses like yours, competition for visibility is getting more challenging every day.

Read More
Marketing, SEO, Website Design Known Creative / CWD Marketing, SEO, Website Design Known Creative / CWD

What is a Landing Page (and Why Are They So Important for SEO)?

There are over 3.5 billion online searches performed every day! What is the best way to capture some of that action? A landing page! A landing page is different than a website. It is a standalone page that highlights a specific service, product, or idea. A landing page can be on its own or as separate pages within a website. Not only can landing pages be part of a website, but because of their power, every website should have them for enhanced SEO (allowing search engines to target them with minimal distractions).

Read More
SEO, Marketing Known Creative / CWD SEO, Marketing Known Creative / CWD

Mobile Marketing

There is a better than average chance you are reading this on a mobile device. Whether in a Starbucks, commuting on mass transit, or in a waiting room, almost everyone is on their phone. If your site is not optimized for mobile by now, you are missing the boat.

Read More
SEO, Website Design Known Creative / CWD SEO, Website Design Known Creative / CWD

SEO - Plain and Simple

Ask ten people what SEO is and you’ll probably get ten different answers. Why does Search Engine Optimization stump so many people? Google and other search engines change their algorithms constantly in order to properly prioritize websites on any search. And given that there are over 350,000 new websites launched every single day, that is a lot of competition! Here are the basics that any website needs to focus on in order to keep up and get ahead of the crowd.

Read More
SEO, Marketing Known Creative / CWD SEO, Marketing Known Creative / CWD

SEO: What Does it Take to Get Seen on Searches?

If you have a business, I am sure you heard of SEO (Search Engine Optimization). Basically, SEO is what is needed to get your website near the top of internet searches for certain keywords or phrases. Yes, having strategic keywords embedded on your website helps, but what does it really take to get show up when someone is searching for your particular product or service? Find out how to use SEO to your best advantage so you can start showing up on searches.

Read More