The Best Online Investment

A typical web design project costs anywhere from $1,000 - $10,000 and sometimes, that doesn’t even include branding. While that may seem rather pricey, let’s consider the benefit of having a website. If you’re a service-based business, how much does a new client bring in for you? $3,000? $4,000? If you pay $5,000 for a web design project and it brings you 2 new clients within the first month, both paying $4,000, you just made $3,000 without any extra effort. That doesn’t even consider the amount of clients it will bring in the coming years! However, pushing the numbers aside, let’s take a closer look at why a website is one of your best investments.

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The Legal Aspects of a Website

We live in a very litigious world. It’s an exhausting and annoying fact, but a fact nonetheless. As a web designer, I keep this in mind whenever I am designing websites for my clients. There are two things that help keep websites legally safe: GDPR Compliance and Legal Website Protection. Let’s take a closer look at what these do and why they are so important.

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How to Accomplish Your Goals in 3 Steps

Any goal worth doing is never accomplished quickly. So if I want to accomplish big, lofty goals, I know need to be prepared for the long haul! But how do I know if I’m filling my time with things that will actually help accomplish my goal? I've learned to follow a rule of 3 that ensures I stay on track.

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Pros and Cons of Being a Freelancer

I've worked as a freelancer for the past 3 years and while I love it, it isn’t for the faint of heart. It's full of unknowns and has added responsibilities that many people would hate. But for me, the pros outweigh the cons. I decided to make on honest list so you could make your own decision on whether or not being a freelancer is worth it. Ready to dive in?

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My Best Resources for Business

When I started my business 3 years ago, I was overwhelmed and constantly searched for resources to help me stay afloat. In today’s blog, I compiled all of my favorite findings that I couldn’t do without! You will also find links to each one so you can check them out if you think it might be helpful for you too. Okay, let’s get started!

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New Year, New You? Let's Get to it!

New Years’ resolutions - some hate them, others live for them. My opinion has done a 180 in the past year and, while I used to be a cynic, I am now a big advocate for resolutions…when done right. Sticking with a resolution has less to do with motivation and more to do with preparation. If you’re ready to conquer this year’s resolutions, look no further! We’re gonna make this happen.

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3 Reasons Why Pinterest is Awesome for Businesses

Written by Katie Hart

For many blogs and websites, Pinterest can become your number one source of traffic, leading to more sales and clients. Here are 3 reasons why Pinterest is an awesome choice to help grow your business!

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Behind-the-Scenes of Running My Business

When someone finds out I work from home, I tend to get very mixed reactions. Some don't care and others are mesmerized by the idea that I could essentially live my whole life without ever leaving my apartment. If you land on the side of "I don't care what your life looks like, I just came here to learn things", I suggest you pop on over to a different post. But for those that are curious about what running my business looks like, this ones for you!

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Where New Business Owner's Go Wrong

Clarity is a make it or break it quality in terms of a business's success. Too often, we find ourselves on the "we want more!" treadmill. "More sales! More revenue! More clients! More employees! More more more!" But have you ever stopped long enough to think about what you are striving for?