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How to Find a Reliable Web Designer
It can sometimes be hard to find a reliable web designer, which we hate. It’s embarrassing for us that there are so many people in the same industry doing such a bad job that lots of people come to us saying things like, “I’ve been burnt before” or “I had a bad experience with a…
5 Things You Need to Provide for Someone to Build Your Website for You
Some people seem to think that if they get someone to build their website for them it will all magically happen without them having any input but that’s not how it works. If we are going to build your website for you we will need the following things and we know other good web designers…
2025 Another Fab Year in Business for Ready Steady Websites®
Usually at the end of the year we do a rundown of the most clicked on blog and email headings from the year. We’ve had a look and we’ve found the learning is very similar to the last two years and so if you’re interested in those you can take a look at last year’s…
How to Create a 404 Page on 5 Different Platforms
It can be a bit embarrassing when someone goes to your website and the page they are looking for is no longer there. It’s less embarrassing if you have a 404 error page because it shows you’re proactive and you’ve got all bases covered in your business. It’s even less embarrassing if they go to…
10 Ways to Increase Your Visibility and Get Your Business Seen in 2026
Is one of your goals to increase your visibility and get more people hearing about the amazing work your business does in 2026? Well, we want to help you. Whether you want to get better at posting consistently on social media, create an amazing new website, write that book you keep thinking about or get…
Why Every Small Business Needs a Well Thought-Out Business Plan
Guest post by Paula Newton, Growth Guru As the year begins to wind towards a close, many small business owners find themselves reflecting on wins, lessons, missed opportunities, and thinking about what comes next. November is a great time for quiet planning before the festive season kicks off. It’s an ideal moment to step back…
The Importance of Having an Amazing Business Website
An excerpt from our book, The Website Handbook. We truly believe that every business who deals directly with their consumer should value their online presence. There are so many ways that people refer to business websites – your online salesperson, your virtual shopfront, your virtual office, or the hub of your business. However you think…
5 Steps to Financial Clarity for Small Business Owners
Guest post by Amy Lednor Meet Libby & Amy from Cash Clarity Hello! We’re Libby & Amy, the number-loving duo behind Cash Clarity. When we’re not geeking out over spreadsheets and profit margins, you’ll find us dropping 80s and 90s music references faster than a DJ at a retro party! We firmly believe business finances…
Picture-Perfect Style: What to Wear for Your Summer Brand Shoot
by Sarah Sullivan, Personal Stylist Thinking about booking a summer brand shoot to refresh your photos for the new season? I think it’s a brilliant idea! With beautiful outdoor locations, sunny weather and those positive summer vibes, it’s the perfect time to update your website and social media presence. One of the most important things…
3 Top Tips on How to Use Your Website to Improve Your Business
A lot of people we talk to and work with don’t understand how to use their website well. They create a website, leave it there and expect magic to happen. This is why we have written this blog post to give you three tips on how to use your website to improve your business. Top…
