Tag: Websites

Good websites and web design is the backbone of one’s online presence. Seek the wisdom of an experienced web developer? These articles are tagged with knowledge about professional website development.

Season 2, Episode 007: You don’t need to have it all figured out before building your website – here’s why

Websites can be big, hairy, scary projects. As someone who’s been doing this for decades, I have come to understand the overwhelm. In this podcast episode, I’m going to talk through what’s involved in a website project. This is to help you understand and get to know what’s ahead, before you worry about burning money[Continue Reading]

What are “dark patterns” and why I won’t use them

Have you ever found yourself wanting to get out of a subscription, but found it difficult to find the option? That’s what we call dark patterns. It’s a deliberate design choice to make you consider a specific pathway in the app or website you’re using. It could be as simple as a pop-up when you[Continue Reading]

Christmas Special: 4x one page website designs for AUD $350

Is your LinkTree not creating the professional impression you seek for yourself? A one page website can speak wonders about you. Hey friends. Because I’m missing $1521 for my rent, I need to do something about it. I would like to offer 4x one page website designs for AUD $350 (approx USD $230 at time[Continue Reading]

Get a sparkly website refresh from a web designer who cares

Do you or someone you know have a website that you’re not excited to send people to? I’m a web designer based in Brunswick, Melbourne, Australia, and I’m looking for some case studies to refresh my portfolio. Phone Request a Callback Why I’m offering this For a short time, I’m offering a reduced rate on[Continue Reading]

Switching from Etsy to your own website, important tips and tidbits

Thinking about making the switch from Etsy to your own website? Whether it’s because you feel ready for something a bit more profesh, or you’re just not happy with being part of that marketplace anymore, I get you. What I also understand is just how daunting the idea of creating a website is. Naturally, it[Continue Reading]

[Presentation] Preparing for Your New Website: Essential Steps for Success

Here’s everything you need for a new website (or a redesign of the one you already have). Spelled out in very plain, clear language. Because you didn’t start your business so that you can be stressed out by your online presence, yeah? Think of this as a helpful shopping list to get your website plan[Continue Reading]

Season 2, Episode 003: What should your website do? Time-saving tips and hacks (with Nikki Vera)

Thinking about getting a website but not quite sure what it can actually do for you? Your site can be far more than a digital catalogue — it can save you time, support your clients, and quietly boost your results in the background. In this episode, Nikki Vera (neurodivergent brand and web designer @ Studio[Continue Reading]

How to Make Your Website Neurodivergent Friendly

Want to ensure your autistic, ADHD, or neurodivergent customers will stay on your website and reach out? Your neurodiverse audience won’t say what’s wrong with your website, they’ll simply leave because it’s too hard. (TBH, us ND folks have enough to struggle with and complain about! 😅 ) In this snack-sized video, I’ll share a[Continue Reading]

9 Things that Quietly Break Your WordPress Site (and how you can fix them)

WordPress is flexible and approachable. However, its massive scale paints a target on your site and magnifies small mistakes. Today, WordPress powers about 43.4 percent of all websites, so your risk surface grows with the ecosystem’s size and pace. Because downtime threatens revenue and reputation, you need habits that are simple, repeatable, and grounded in[Continue Reading]

Episode 062: Should you use WordPress? Why or why not? What you need to know first

If you’re about to start building a website (or refresh the one you have), I expect you’ll be curious about all the different options out there. Squarespace, Shopify, and Wix are all highly popular choices! But one that gets talked about a lot, and is widely used by small businesses, is WordPress. But is WordPress[Continue Reading]