Common sense web and marketing notes - things I've learned the hard way.
Rural businesses have different web needs than urban companies. Here's why speed, simplicity, and local focus matter more, and why most designers miss the mark.
Read more →Have a train wreck of an old site? AI tools now make it possible to rebuild and modernize massive outdated sites without the traditional $20k+ price tag.
Read more →A practical guide to choosing between semi-static sites and WordPress for your small business. Performance comparison, cost analysis, and decision framework.
Read more →Most fishing guide websites are either overbuilt or embarrassingly outdated. Here's what actually works for guides around Devils Lake, the Red River, and rural ND/MN.
Read more →Rural and agricultural businesses don't behave like city businesses. Most marketing advice doesn't apply. That's not a failure. It's structural. Here's why that's actually an advantage.
Read more →Local SEO in Grand Forks and North Dakota works differently than big cities. Here's what actually matters for small businesses and what you can ignore.
Read more →Most people looking for a utility locating service are already confused. Here's what your private utility locating website should do to clear that confusion and help customers take the next step.
Read more →AI isn't replacing web designers, it's making them faster and better. Here's how AI tools help me build higher-quality websites for small businesses in less time and at lower cost.
Read more →Web design for towing companies that works when your customers are stressed. Clear contact info, mobile-first design, and emergency-focused layouts built for the towing industry.
Read more →Web design for plumbing companies in North Dakota. Emergency-focused layouts, mobile-first design, and clear service area coverage for plumbing businesses throughout ND.
Read more →Most ranking damage comes from panicked responses, not the actual hack. Here's what actually hurts SEO and what you can safely ignore.
Read more →Fast, no-nonsense help for hacked or broken websites. Real diagnostics, real fixes. Not outsourced, not automated. Just someone who's been doing this since 2014.
Read more →Search traffic is finite. Ads don't create demand. Understanding this prevents wasted money and bad expectations. Here's what years of Google Ads data actually shows.
Read more →Getting hacked is common and doesn't mean you did anything wrong. Here's how to recognize a compromise, what mistakes to avoid, and when to call for help.
Read more →How to permanently remove the annoying Tapatalk app banner from phpBB forums. Simple code modification that improves user experience and page load times.
Read more →Three methods to change the height of the Divi fullwidth slider using CSS. Covers child theme option, built-in CSS, and builder custom code.
Read more →Timing beats budget for local businesses. Here's why running ads when people are actually ready to buy beats the always-on agency approach.
Read more →How to add two buttons to the Divi fullwidth slider without a plugin. Includes HTML code snippets and CSS for mobile-friendly button layouts.
Read more →CSS code to keep slider navigation arrows always visible in the Divi WordPress theme. Includes custom arrow graphics option and responsive mobile adjustments.
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