starting a new website

Your starting point for planning and launching a website the right way, from domain names to the pages you need on day one.

  • digital ownership If someone else controls your domain, hosting, or backups, that’s a problem. Learn how to protect your business.

    Who Owns My Website? A Small Business Guide to Digital Ownership

    A client of mine trusted her most tech-savvy employee to set up her domain and website. He set everything up under his personal account, and when he resigned, she nearly lost it all and had to rebrand. If you have ever asked yourself “who owns my website?” and were not completely sure of the answer, this guide is for you.
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  • Must haves that every service provider website needs

    6 Must-Haves Every Service Provider Needs on Their Website (and What You Don’t Need)

    If you’re a service provider, your website should generate business, not just look pretty. Discover the 6 website must-haves that turn visitors into clients and what to delete today.
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  • Using gravatar for consistent online profile avatars

    Step-by-Step | How To Set Up Your Gravatar Account

    Are you a WordPress website owner looking to establish a strong online presence? Using Gravatar can enhance your brand image and increase your visibility.
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  • wordpress hosting The information that you need to pick the best provider for you and your business

    Breaking Down WordPress Hosting: Hosts We Don’t Recommend & The Better Choices

    Finding the best WordPress hosting for small business is harder than it should be, because the hosts with the biggest ads are rarely the ones that serve you best. Here are the hosts I tell clients to skip, the three I actually recommend, and how to choose the right one for your website.
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  • choosing a WordPress host for a small business website

    Choosing a WordPress Host: What to Look For and What to Avoid

    Choosing a WordPress host is not about finding the biggest name or the lowest price. It is about knowing what a good hosting offer includes, spotting the red flags before you sign up, and making sure your website stays yours.
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  • WordPress Hosting 101 | A simple guide for beginners

    WordPress Hosting 101: A Simple Explanation for Beginners

    If you’re building a WordPress website, hosting isn’t optional. But what exactly is it, what does it do, and what should a good plan include? Let’s break it down.
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