Insights on web design, development, and running a small studio.
Finding the right web developer for your small business isn't about the biggest team or lowest price—it's about finding a true partner who communicates clearly, delivers quality work, and sticks…
Read MoreA $2,000 website sounds like a bargain until you're dealing with slow load times, ghosting developers, and prospects bouncing to competitors—here's what website ROI actually means.
Read More2025 was an odd year marked by business challenges and personal hurdles, but going slow and keeping things simple helped me stay focused on what matters most.
Read MoreA client's "weird link" turned into a two-hour hunt for malware hidden in their database. Here's what happened, how I fixed it, and the warning signs every website owner should watch for.
Read MoreA look at my weekly planning system using Things 3 and Apple Calendar, including how I balance client projects, support retainers, and internal work without burning out.
Read MoreAfter more than two decades of working with content management systems—from the early days of MODx and WordPress to discovering ExpressionEngine and beyond—I keep returning to Craft CMS for my client…
Read MoreWant to know if your website is secretly driving visitors away? With just a few free tools and simple checks, you can quickly test your site’s speed and performance—without hiring a developer. In…
Read MoreBlock 81 follows a support policy based on Craft CMS's official version timeline. This ensures your site stays secure, compatible, and maintainable while following industry best practices.
Read MoreYouTube embeds hide a performance secret: they load Google Fonts and JavaScript on every page load, even when users never watch the videos. On a recent client project with multiple video embeds, this…
Read MoreThink your small business website is safe because you're "flying under the radar"? Modern web attacks are automated, and attackers aren't after your customer data. Learn why "security by obscurity"…
Read MoreMost business websites have hidden issues that prevent them from reaching their full potential, quietly turning away visitors who might otherwise become customers. A comprehensive website audit…
Read MoreMost small business websites don't actually need those annoying cookie consent banners that interrupt the user experience. The real culprit isn't privacy laws—it's the surveillance-heavy tracking…
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