As of the writing of this post, Google reports that there are 644 million active websites on the internet. That’s a whole lot of websites! That begs the question, how do you make your website stand out? Well, that’s a question keeping many a marketer up at night! But we can start here: Search Engine
If you have a completed site with Tandem Design Lab, then you will have a Google Analytics account. Perhaps you received an email with the subject line “You have been granted access to a Google Analytics account”. This is notifying you that you have received access to an existing Google Analytics account. If you are
I wager that most of you have never questioned whether or not you own your website. But do you? You’d be surprised to learn that a large portion of you might not own your own website. You might not if you fit one of the following criteria: You use one of the website builders such
I’ve been getting this question a lot lately, so I thought it might be time to address it. What is the difference between a custom designed website and a pre-made template website? Which is right for you? First let’s start with some definitions. Pre-made Template Websites Pre-made templates designs cut costs by using a pre-made,
Keywords are the building blocks of any digital marketing plan. If you are considering starting or have started a online marketing plan, you are sure to have heard the word tossed around. So why are keywords important for you? Let’s break it down. What is a keyword? A keyword is a word or phrase that
As an owner of a small business in Grand County myself, I understand the need to lower costs and cut corners. The question I’d like to address here is whether or not a website builder is a viable option for cutting corners. Of course, my opinion is going to be a bit skewed being as
We all know content curation can be a point of struggle for many a business owner. Graphics in particular can make or break a website’s aesthetic. To help you with the process, I’ve compiled a few stock photography sites that offer free images. Not a bad deal! Unsplash This site is one of my favorites.
I’ve been getting a lot of questions lately about some best practices for social media. Investing in social media can be a daunting task for small business owners. As a public forum, it can be intimidating to throw your hat into the ring and start learning how to participate. I’ve put together a basic overview
Logos are one of the hardest parts of designing a website. It is usually our starting point, as it is influential to everything else down the line. When done right, a logo is just a part of the whole. When done poorly, a logo will effect every aspect of your business. We also continually see
Writing web content can be a difficult task for business owners and I’ve seen many a savvy business owner that has struggled their way through it. But don’t despair, you, as the business owner, is best equipped to write your own content! Below I’ve detailed a few guidelines about what works online. Make your web