Business, Design
3 underrated habits of highly successful designers
Being a designer is about so much more than just knowing how to maneuver the latest and greatest design programs. To be successful in the… Read More
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Design
5 lessons you won’t learn in design school
As a new designer, you might be asking yourself, “What do I need to know about the professional design world?”… Read More
Business
The best advice for transitioning to a new niche business
You’re bored. You’re restless. You’ve grown. You’ve found some greener grass somewhere else. For whatever reason, you look at your pipeline and you kind of… Read More
Business
How Feast Design Co. chose their niche (and why you should, too!)
A few years ago, I met a public relations guru in Chicago who was just starting out at her own firm. Like most people in… Read More
Development, WordPress
8 best WordPress themes for your niche: Healthcare
The healthcare industry includes lots of different types of businesses, such as pharmacies, hospitals, private practices, in-home healthcare providers, elder care facilities, laser treatments, specialized… Read More
Business, Marketing
Simple SEO tips for WordPress eCommerce sites
It’s already time for you to start prepping your WordPress eCommerce site for maximum SEO potential, because the summer holidays are here! First off, you’ve… Read More
Development, WordPress
5 reasons to use product rich snippets schema for eCommerce
Do you want to fine-tune your search engine optimization (SEO) strategy and increase your organic traffic? If so, it’s time to consider the benefits of… Read More
WordPress
Should SEO audits be part of your ongoing maintenance?
The internet hosts more than two billion websites that are constantly being reworked, replaced, and updated. In this dynamic environment, your website needs ongoing maintenance… Read More
Business, Development
10 eCommerce trends to watch in 2022
In a saturated online market, starting or optimizing an existing eCommerce business can be overwhelming. To maintain your relevance, your SERP rankings, and your sanity,… Read More
WordPress
9 eCommerce WordPress themes for your online store
A list of 9 stellar eCommerce WordPress themes for your next online store. 1. Darling $149 “Versatility and Personalization… Read More
Business
Tips for creating a great eCommerce experience
The web has transformed the way we shop. It’s also increased competition, which is a bonus for shoppers seeking a bargain but can prove a… Read More
Development, WordPress
8 best WordPress themes for your niche: Construction industry
Finding your niche is one of the best ways to build your portfolio and your book of business. Doing so helps you hone your skills… Read More
Business
How to regroup and rebound after losing a major client
How many times a week does a freelancer hear or read the phrase “feast or famine?” Other than “do what you love,” it’s probably the… Read More
Business
The benefits of a value-based pricing strategy
Web development is huge in the freelancing world right now, and it pays. But if you’re not careful, you can easily sell yourself short. Sure,… Read More
Business
How to optimize a blog for your business
Content marketing is the most significant inbound marketing strategy businesses should invest in. It lets you boost your visibility in the SEPRs, position yourself as… Read More
Marketing
9 content marketing ideas for designers
Content marketing is the happening thing these days, the bleeding edge of marketing. But even though content marketing has been around for a long time,… Read More
Development, WordPress
How to easily find and fix 404 errors from your WordPress dashboard
Few things are more frustrating for you and your users than hitting a 404 page. Before you can find and fix 404 errors from your… Read More
Business
7 metrics that matter most for your content
When it comes to content, there’s one step that’s often overlooked, but it’s the most pertinent to any marketing organization: the metrics. The metrics, or… Read More
Business
Creating layers of customer support
Shrek taught us that ogres are like onions, but what he forgot to mention is that your customer support strategy is also a lot like… Read More
Business
When a working relationship goes bad: How to fire a client (nicely)
Sometimes, you’ll find yourself doing work for a client that just doesn’t quite see eye to eye with you. No matter what you produce, the… Read More
Design
Inspiration for creating delightful microinteractions on your site
Landing on a great WordPress site feels like finding money you forgot about when you reach inside your pocket. It’s unexpected, but familiar. It loads… Read More
Marketing
4 steps to define your marketing team’s content strategy
It’s no secret that content marketing is crucial to business success. It’s that way in which your brand gets your message out to your target… Read More
Business
5 tips to help your clients (and you) have an awesome project
You and I both know a simple truth—the success of a project depends heavily on the client. Problematic projects often result not from personality clashes,… Read More
Business
To create a happier design team, turn your UX design process inward
Your people are not your products. They’re the geniuses behind your product. True, sometimes the products themselves are amazing, like Apple iPhones or Nike sneakers. Read More
Development, WordPress
How to optimize WordPress for local SEO
Do you want to optimize your WordPress website for local search? If so, you’re in the right place! Local search engine optimization (SEO) is one… Read More
Marketing, WordPress
YARPP—Yet Another Related Posts Plugin—now supported on Flywheel
After significant performance optimizations to the YARPP—Yet Another Related Posts Plugin, we’re thrilled to announce that YARPP has officially been removed… Read More
Design
The best email newsletters for designers
In the creative industry, it’s helpful to know what you’re passionate about and what resources can help you in your work. Do some research to… Read More
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How to generate honest, constructive feedback from a small team
Great leaders want their teams to feel supported and heard, because when your employees feel respected, they’re more likely to stick around. No business wants… Read More
Business
How to get better client feedback
As designers and developers, our jobs get a lot easier when we receive clear and organized feedback. One-word answers and vague critiques are kryptonite to… Read More
Business, Development
5 A/B tests every web designer should build into their process
A new motto I’ve adopted as a freelance service provider is to give my clients “the Disney experience.” I’m all about delivering great results in… Read More