I’ve had the privilege of working with numerous small and local businesses, and I’ve seen firsthand how GBP optimization can make a huge difference. From increased foot traffic to more website visits, a fully optimized Google Business Profile can:

Photos play a huge role in how potential customers perceive your business when they first come across it online. A well-rounded collection of images can make all the difference when someone is trying to decide whether to visit your store, office, or restaurant.

These days, getting listed on Google Maps and setting up a Google Business Profile can take just minutes. And, if you're running a business from home (like many of us do these days), you no longer have to worry about listing your private address.

You’ve probably heard about SEO and how it helps your website rank higher, but what many people don’t realize is how Google Business Profile management for small businesses can produce immediate, tangible results with a much smaller financial investment.

Helping Amy with SEO and marketing for her Bible study book has also been a fascinating journey into the world of Christian SEO (especially as a hippie pagan) —something I never thought I’d dive into, but here we are!

According to Google’s Consumer Insights, “Where to buy” + “near me” mobile queries have grown by over 200% in the past two years.

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Another client I’ve had the honor of working with for their web design is the Ogden Therapy Cooperative. Located in Ogden, Utah, this inclusive therapy center is doing something truly special. Tiffany Shapiro, the heart and soul behind this cooperative, has created a space that’s as welcoming as it is transformative.

Let’s be real—web design isn’t as simple as slapping some text and images together and calling it a day. There’s a whole world of intricacies that go into creating a custom website that truly reflects your brand and serves your business. That’s where I come in.

This year, I’ve had the absolute pleasure of working with one of Prineville’s hidden treasures, the Blue Duck Saloon. Tucked just outside of downtown Prineville, Oregon, this 21-and-up establishment is inspired by the classic "Lonesome Dove" and has carved out a special place in our small town, where dining options are often limited.

While it may be tempting to save money and DIY your business website, you'd be missing out on a lot if you didn't hire a professional web designer. Trust me, I know from years of experience that there's a lot more to web design than meets the eye. There are so many intricacies—backend details, user experience, design aesthetics, functionality, and SEO nuances—that a professional web designer knows how to navigate

Quality website design or redesign is definitely going to be an investment.

The industry average is about $15,000 to $30,000 to hire a freelance web designer or web design company to build you a website. Bigger and more complicated websites can range from $40,000 to $75,000 (Source).

You can also build one for yourself for anywhere between $20-$500.

In very basic terms, SEO (Search Engine Optimization) is how one get’s a website to show up properly on Google or other search Engines.