10/07/14
The secret to small business marketing
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So you are a proud business owner, waiting for the steady stream of eager customers to come your way. Maybe it's time to stop waiting and start marketing. Marketing can make or break a business, but with so much to learn and so many options it can feel overwhelming.
17/04/14
Promoting your website - first steps
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Some business owners fall in to the trap of assuming that search engines will suddenly bring a wave of customers to their new website. A small number of people will find you this way, but you also need to incorporate your web address into your other marketing material. Having a website also opens up other online advertising channels.
10/04/14
A beginner's guide to Search Engine Optimisation
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Search Engine Optimisation (S.E.O.) is the process of tailoring the content of your website to improve its position in the results of search engines. Search engines are a free source of traffic to your website so it is well worth the effort to ensure your website is represented effectively.
05/04/14
I have a website, what now?
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This article gives you the knowledge required to edit a website that uses Head Start Design's content management system. It also provides links to other articles that will help you to make the most of your website.
02/04/14
What every website owner should know
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Your content management system may hide the complexities of web design and remove the need for any coding skills, but you still need to ensure you are up-to-speed with some basic knowledge.
14/03/14
Free advice for business owners
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Small and medium sized businesses often lack the marketing and technical skills and experience that help a business thrive. We are going to fill in the gaps in your knowledge to ensure your business can compete in a cost effective manner.