I cover news for small businesses and insights on creating and owning a website.

In 1992, I graduated from the University of Oregon with degrees in journalism and economics, hoping to write articles for business magazines. However, soon after,

Last month, I was given the opportunity to redesign one of my clients’ websites. I had designed her original website over three years ago, and

Not backing up your small business’s website is like playing a game of chance where the odds are stacked against you. It leaves you vulnerable

Lately, I’ve been experimenting a little with two of my favorite free-to-use AI software tools, ChatGPT and DALL-E, which are made by a company called

In today’s digital age, websites have become an integral part of our lives, serving as gateways to information, communication platforms, and business marketplaces. However, navigating

Are you looking to build your small business WordPress website from scratch with zero coding experience? If so, there’s a chance you’ve played with the

It’s been a long and winding road to get to where we are today, but let’s take a trip down memory lane and see how

In a world increasingly becoming digital, cybersecurity dangers are an unwanted reality. As a result, small businesses need to be extra vigilant in keeping their

A business plan can help set your service-based small business up for success. It can help secure funding, plan your next move, and improve your

Time management is a keystone for managing a small business. Without creating and implementing time management processes, all the to-do’s for small business owners can

Are you considering starting a small business? Stepping off the corporate ladder and stepping onto your own path can be exciting. After all, you’ll be

For the past few months, talk about the recession has been all over the news. It’s been filling the conversations we’re having with friends and

You’ve probably heard that a website makes your small business look professional. But did you know that, on average, customers think that small businesses with

Most likely, your website is the first thing a customer sees before doing business with you. Because a small business website is so important, you’ll

Running a small business is no small feat. After all, you’re juggling every aspect of your business operations. In this blog, I’m outlining the top

Are you looking to raise the bar on your new small business website? Get a jump start by working with your website designer on a