Helpful articles on web design and branding
Posts in the Website Advice category
Are frequently asked questions on websites a good idea?
I look at how frequently asked questions on websites combined with schema markup could improve your search ranking and help you get noticed by AI systems.
“Can I break this?” – Why websites need structure
How giving too much freedom on a website can make it harder to maintain consistency and how structured content can protect your brand.
Why are people leaving my website without contacting me?
I look at the potential reasons why your website is getting lots of visitors but no one is getting in touch.
Reducing distractions on your website
How to guide people calmly through your website by removing clutter and distractions.
Art direction for a low carbon website
How art direction and considered design choices can help to reduce your website’s carbon emissions.
Should I use service location pages?
Finding smarter ways of reaching customers in different locations while also trying to avoid Google penalties.
Joining the 100 club
Reflecting on website performance and how I managed to get my website to hit the magic 100 on PageSpeed Insights.
Don’t rely on social media for your digital marketing
Thoughts on not putting all your eggs in the social media basket and how to make the most of your website content.
Nurture your website
Advice on how to keep your website useful and engaging once it’s gone live including tips on website support plans.
Don’t get locked out of your website
Tips to ensure you have access to your content management system, domain name and hosting.
Earning trust through your website
Advice on getting reviews, checking your copy for mistakes and displaying contact information.
A year of working with WordPress
Looking back at my first year of working with WordPress including tips on handling plug-ins and my thoughts on the media library.
Let’s work together on a design project
I love to work with businesses who have a positive impact on the world and see the value of great design. If you need some help with a web design or branding project I’d love to hear from you.
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