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Block 81 Blog

Insights on web design, development, and running a small studio.

Productivity & PM

Project Management Using Basecamp & Asana

Finding the as-close-to-perfect tool is really a cycle of research, trial, and error. Here's what we came up with at Block 81.

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For Clients

7 Tips For An Effective Email Marketing Campaign

You don’t have to let your email marketing campaign fall short. All it takes is a solid understanding of your target audience.

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For Clients

Create A Website That Attracts And Converts

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Studio News

2015 Recap

Here's how 2015 went for Block 81

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Tools & Platforms

Google Algorithm Promotes Mobile Friendly Sites

Google loves mobile, but is your site ready for the changes?

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For Clients

13 Elements Every Website Should Have

Does your website have these 13 elements to make it work for you?

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For Clients

Why You Should Avoid (Most) Stock Photography

Why you should avoid most stock photography for your business. Custom photography alternatives and tips for authentic, effective brand imagery.

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Code

Test Emails Locally with MailCatcher

Learn how to setup and use MailCatcher to test emails locally during web development.

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Design

Wireframes: High Fidelity vs. Low Fidelity

Wireframes are a tool - just because you prefer a wireframe style doesn't mean it's the right answer for every client, every project, or every designer.

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Studio News

Why We Got Out of the SEO Game

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For Clients

Tips for Optimizing Your Website’s Performance

Slow websites suck. Here's how to make sure yours doesn't suck.

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Studio News

2014 Recap

I wanted to take a few minutes to reflect on the year and what we learned and share some of those things.

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