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Honest, no-nonsense advice on websites, SEO and getting your business found online — written for owners, not agencies.

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Marketing16 August 202625 min read

How to promote your business for free: 30 ways to get more customers in 2026

Thirty practical, no-budget ways for UK small businesses to get found and win work, with a marketing method chooser, a realistic 30-day plan and a simple monthly scorecard.

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SEO16 August 202618 min read

Google Search Console for beginners: the complete step-by-step guide

Google's free tool, explained from absolute zero: how to set it up, verify your site, read the four numbers that matter, see the searches people used, and check whether a page is indexed.

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SEO basics16 August 202616 min read

Why is my website not showing on Google? 15 reasons and how to fix them

A plain-English diagnostic for small business owners: how to check whether Google has your site at all, what to do about each cause, and a printable master checklist.

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Analytics16 August 202620 min read

Google Analytics for beginners: the complete GA4 step-by-step guide

GA4 explained for owners, not analysts: how to set it up, check it is working, read the seven numbers that matter, see where visitors come from, and measure whether your website actually produces enquiries.

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Marketing16 August 202625 min read

How to get more clients as a nutritionist: 25 practical ways to grow your practice

A practical guide for UK nutrition professionals: positioning, website clarity, Google visibility, referral partnerships, social content and follow-up, with a 30-day plan and a client acquisition scorecard.

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Content16 August 202614 min read

Blog post ideas that actually increase website traffic

The ten types of article that bring UK small businesses useful search traffic, how to group them into a topic cluster, and how to tell whether they're working.

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Website Planning8 July 202610 min read

Top 10 Things to Consider When Building a New Website

Planning a new website? Here are the 10 most important things to think about before you start — from goals and audience to SEO, speed, and ongoing maintenance.

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SEO for Beginners20 May 20268 min read

10 Simple Tips to Improve Your Website SEO (No Tech Skills Needed)

Everything you need to get your website found on Google — explained in plain English.

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Your Business17 May 20268 min read

10 Reasons Your Business Is Losing Customers Without a Professional Website

If your business has no website — or one that looks like it's from 2009 — you're handing customers straight to your competitors every single day. Here's exactly what it's costing you.

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Pricing & Budgeting14 January 20269 min read

How Much Does a Website Cost in the UK in 2026?

A clear, honest breakdown of UK website costs in 2026 — from £250 starter sites to bespoke builds — and what actually affects the price.

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Small Business3 February 20268 min read

Do Small Businesses Need a Website?

Still relying on social media and word of mouth? Here's why even the smallest UK business benefits from having its own website in 2026.

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Small Business19 February 20268 min read

Website vs Facebook Page: Which Is Better For Business?

Facebook page or proper website? A clear, honest comparison to help UK small businesses decide where to put their time and budget.

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Website Planning5 March 20268 min read

How Long Does Website Design Take?

From simple brochure sites to full e-commerce builds — a realistic timeline for how long UK website design projects actually take.

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Website Planning2 April 20269 min read

10 Signs Your Business Website Needs Updating

Slow, outdated, or losing enquiries? Here are 10 clear signs it's time to refresh or rebuild your business website in 2026.

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Growth & Conversion11 May 20269 min read

How To Get More Customers From Your Website

Traffic without conversions is wasted. Practical, no-nonsense ways to turn more website visitors into paying customers.

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SEO for Beginners16 June 20269 min read

Why Local Businesses Need SEO

'Near me' searches are booming. Here's why local SEO matters for UK small businesses and how to start showing up on Google.

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