Why Website Speed Matters & How to Improve It
Website Speed: Why It Matters and How to Improve It Three seconds. That’s genuinely how long most people will wait before they bounce and find someone else. Sounds harsh, I know. But here’s the thing – you’ve already done the hard work to get them to your website. A slow loading time means they never […]
Seasonal Updates: When and Why to Refresh Website
Seasonal Website Updates: When and Why to Refresh Content Your website isn’t a set it and forget it tool. Think of it more like a shop window or social media, it needs regular updates to stay relevant and effective. But how often should you actually update it, and what should you change? The answer depends […]
The Real Cost Of “Free” Website Builders
The Real Cost of “Free” Website Builders “Build your website for free!” sounds like the perfect solution when you’re starting a business on a tight budget…but as the saying goes, if something seems too good to be true, it probably is! Free website builders can be useful in specific situations, but they come with hidden […]
Understanding Hosting: What You’re Paying For
Understanding Website Hosting: What You’re Actually Paying For When you’re setting up a website for your business, one of the first costs you’ll encounter is hosting. But what exactly is it, and why does it cost money every month or year? If you’ve ever felt confused by hosting plans or wondered whether you’re getting good […]
Why Hiding Your Prices Is Costing You
Why Hidden Prices Are Costing You Nearly Half Your Enquiries Picture this: You walk into a supermarket, fill your trolley with groceries, but there are no price tags anywhere. You have no idea what anything costs until you reach the till and ask. You’ve no idea will this fancy loaf of bread cost £2 or […]
What the EU AI Act Means for Small Business Owners
What the EU AI Act Means for Small Business Owners (in Plain English) So there’s this new EU AI Act that’s been floating around, and if you’re anything like most of the business owners I chat with, you’re probably wondering: “Is this going to mess with my website? My AI tools? My business?” Here’s the […]
What Do People Google Before Finding You?
What Do People Google When They’re Looking for YOU? Here’s something that completely changed how I think about websites – and I’m betting it’s going to be a lightbulb moment for you too. What would someone Google right before they discover you exist? I know, I know. You’re probably thinking about your fancy job title […]
Designing for Different Types of Website Users
Designing for Different Types of Website Users – and Why It Matters Here’s something I see all the time: business owners create websites that work perfectly… for themselves! But you’re not your only visitor! Your website needs to be a welcoming space for everyone who shows up, whether they’re speed-reading on their lunch break, deep-diving […]
Selling on Amazon? Here’s what to consider
Why Amazon Coming to Ireland Doesn’t Mean You Don’t Need a Website I was chatting to another female business owner at a networking event last week, and she said something that really stuck with me. We were talking about selling on Amazon Ireland and she wondered aloud whether Amazon’s arrival might reduce the need for […]
5 Website Mistakes Wedding Vendors Make
5 Website Mistakes Wedding Vendors Make (and How to Fix Them) Your website is working hard behind the scenes to attract couples and turn them into bookings. But sometimes, even the most beautiful websites have a few issues that stop potential clients from getting in touch. If you’ve been wondering why your enquiries have been […]