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How We Fix Website Mistakes Small Businesses Make A website should work for your business, not against it. Unfortunately, many small business websites struggle with common issues that drive potential customers away. Whether it’s slow loading times, confusing navigation, or a lack of clear calls to action, these mistakes can cost you valuable leads and
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SEO, Small Business Marketing
SEO Basics for Small Business Owners: How to Get Found Online Having a website is great, but if no one can find it, it’s not doing much for your business. That’s where SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) comes in. A well-optimised website using SEO Basics, helps you show up in Google search results when potential customers
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SEO, Small Business Marketing
Why Small Business Owners Love Monthly Website Plans For many small business owners, getting a professional website can feel like a big financial and technical challenge. Traditional web design services often come with hefty upfront costs, unpredictable maintenance fees, and the stress of managing everything yourself. That’s why more businesses are choosing monthly website plans
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SEO, Small Business Marketing
5 Signs Your Business Needs a New Website (And What to Do About It) Your website is often the first impression potential customers have of your business. If it’s outdated, slow, or difficult to navigate, you could be losing valuable leads without even realising it. Here are five clear signs that you need a new
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SEO, Small Business Marketing
Affordable, Stress-Free Websites for Small Businesses – Here’s How It Works Running a small business is demanding, and the last thing you need is the hassle of building and managing a website. You know you need one, but the costs, tech headaches, and time commitment can feel overwhelming. That’s where we come in. At Mindful
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SEO, Small Business Marketing
The Hidden Costs of a ‘Free’ Website: Why Cheap Can Be Expensive When you’re running a small business, keeping costs low is a priority. So, when you see website builders offering ‘free’ websites, it sounds like a great deal. But is it really? The truth is, a free website can end up costing you more
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SEO, Small Business Marketing
Why Your Small Business Needs a Website (even if you’re active on social media) Do I need a website? Many small business owners believe that having a Facebook or Instagram page is enough to attract and keep customers. While social media is a great tool, relying on it as your sole online presence is a
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SEO, Small Business Marketing
If you’re new to WordPress, one of the first skills you’ll need to master is basic text editing. Whether you’re drafting a blog post, building a page, or updating your site’s content, understanding how to effectively use text editing tools is essential. In this guide, we’ll cover why text editing matters, introduce you to the Gutenberg editor in WordPress, and walk you through the basic text formatting tools available in WordPress.
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Small Business Marketing, Web Design, WordPress Tutorial
Your website is often the first point of contact between your business and potential customers. A well-designed website can make a strong first impression, build trust, and drive conversions. However, with the best intentions, many businesses fall into common web design traps that can hurt user experience (UX) and search engine optimisation (SEO). In this blog post, we’ll explore some of the most frequent web design mistakes and provide practical advice on how to avoid them, ensuring your site not only looks great but also performs well.
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SEO, Small Business Marketing
One of the biggest advantages of blogging is its ability to drive long-term results. Unlike a social media post, which might only be relevant for a few days, a blog post can continue to attract traffic and generate leads for months or even years after it’s published.
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Marketing, Sales, SEO, Small Business Marketing
Content is king, but relevance is its crown. Your landing page content needs to be directly aligned with the visitor’s reason for searching and the promise made in your headline. This means avoiding fluff and focusing on delivering value. Address the visitor’s needs, answer their questions, and make it clear why your product or service is the solution they’re looking for.
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Marketing, Sales, SEO, Small Business Marketing
Several factors can influence how long it takes for SEO efforts to show results. Understanding these can help manage expectations and create a more effective strategy for SEO in Leicester.
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Marketing, Sales, SEO, Small Business Marketing
With the goal of rebranding and launching a new venture, they approached us to create a modern, user-friendly website that would reflect their fresh identity and attract new clients. Their existing website was outdated and did not effectively represent their evolving business.
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Branding, Logo Design, Marketing, Sales, SEO, Small Business Marketing
Standing out as a beauty business requires more than just the skills in what you do. It requires a mindful marketing approach. Whether you have years of experience or you’re just starting out, using the right marketing strategies can help boost your beauty business. Here are our suggestions for mindful marketing that can help.
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Marketing, Social Media
Standing out as a business coach or a systems and process manager requires not only expertise but also effective marketing strategies. The right approach can help you connect with your target audience, establish your credibility, and grow your client base. Here’s a look at some of the most effective strategies to market your business coaching services.
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Marketing, Social Media
For small business owners, understanding SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) can be the difference between being visible or invisible online. Mastering SEO can help you connect with more clients who are searching for your services in your local area.
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Marketing, Sales, SEO, Small Business Marketing
After grabbing a can of PRIME on a whim this afternoon to rehydrate after a sunny dog walk (thinking it was just flavoured coconut water), I spent most of my evening questioning my mental state due to extreme palpitations. Who knew it was packed with caffeine?!
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Branding, Marketing
Running a business can be one of the most rewarding yet challenging ventures. There are times when everything falls into place, and the journey feels effortless. But, there are also moments when the going gets tough. It’s during these times that our resilience, creativity, and determination are truly tested.
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Marketing, Sales, SEO, Small Business Marketing
As we progress through 2024, design continues to evolve, bringing new trends that redefine how brands connect with their audience. At Mindful Marketing & Design, we’re always at the forefront, ensuring our clients are equipped with the latest insights to stay ahead. Here are the essential design trends for 2024/25 and their implications for your marketing strategies.
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Marketing, SEO, Small Business Marketing
When we hear the word content, many of us instantly think ‘Social Media’ and either run a mile or spend hours working on it without a strategy. Content creation goes far beyond Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter, which can be equally, if not more, effective in growing your small business.
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Marketing, SEO, Small Business Marketing, Social Media
This guide offers a foundation for beginners to start improving their website’s SEO for small businesses and lead generation efforts.
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Marketing, SEO, Small Business Marketing
When a small business comes to me for help with social media, my first question to them is always, “Why is your focus on social media?”
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Marketing, Social Media
Whether you’re a massage therapist, counsellor, or other wellness professional. Here are some top strategies to effectively market your wellness and therapy services.
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Marketing, Social Media
It can be hard for builders and carpenters to stand out when trying to attract clients and grow their businesses. While their work often speaks for itself, effective marketing strategies are crucial to showcase their work and reach potential customers. Here’s how builders and carpenters can market their services effectively.
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Marketing, Social Media
The health and fitness industry is thriving, and standing out in this area requires effective marketing strategies.
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Marketing, Social Media
If you’re looking at our social media management packages you might be wondering what on earth a micro-blog is.
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Marketing, Social MediaA logo is the most obvious element of your brand. It’s what your customers see before they’ve even started reading your socials, browsing your website or entering your shop. A well-designed logo should be memorable and set you apart from competitors.
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MarketingWhen you’ve had your logo designed professionally, you should receive a logo package full of files suitable for both digital and print. But without guidance (or even with guidance), once left to deal with it on your own, it can be confusing as to which is the right file to use.
Why do I have so many files from my logo designer? Read More »
Branding, Logo Design, Marketing
If you’ve recently set up a business or have one in the making, chances are you’ve spent some time deliberating over your logo options.
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Branding, Logo Design, Marketing
Have you ever followed or liked a page and then unfollowed/unliked, within a few days, because it took over your timeline with content you didn’t find useful or captivating?
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Marketing, Social Media