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Small Business guides
Guides for running and promoting a small business online: pricing and quoting, reviews and referrals, getting known locally, branding, and the legal basics of a website.
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- October 2, 2026· 3 min read
How to price, quote and win the job
A simple pricing framework, how to present prices honestly, what to do about price shoppers, and how to write and follow up a quote so the job goes to you.
- February 11, 2026· 3 min read
How to handle a bad or fake online review
How to respond to a negative review, how to tell a harsh-but-real review from a fake one, and what you can and cannot get removed.
- January 12, 2026· 3 min read
Email marketing basics for small business
How to build a list with consent, what to send, the welcome and abandoned-cart emails worth setting up, and the US and Canadian rules that apply.
More Small Business guides
- October 2, 2026· 3 min read
From enquiry to customer: qualify, follow up, onboard
How to spend time on the enquiries worth pursuing, keep in touch until people are ready, start new clients well, and handle refunds without damaging trust.
- October 2, 2026· 2 min read
Low-cost ways to get known locally
How a small business can build referrals, earn local coverage and set a sensible marketing budget, starting with the assets that keep paying.
- April 10, 2026· 1 min read
How to choose a website designer: questions to ask first
Hiring the wrong website partner is expensive. Here are the questions that separate a good fit from a costly mistake.
- April 8, 2026· 1 min read
Why cheap websites often cost more in the end
The cheapest quote is rarely the cheapest outcome. Here's where the hidden costs hide — and how to avoid them.
- March 29, 2026· 1 min read
Branding basics for small business: logo, colours, and voice
You don't need a huge budget to look professional. Here are the branding basics that make a small business feel trustworthy.
- March 9, 2026· 1 min read
How to prepare your website for a seasonal rush
If your business has busy seasons, your website should be ready to capture the surge. Here's how to prepare.
- February 9, 2026· 1 min read
Website ROI: is your site actually paying for itself?
A website is an investment, not an expense — if it works. Here's how to tell whether yours is paying off.
- January 14, 2026· 2 min read
How to promote your new website (beyond SEO)
A new site launches into silence. Here is how to get your first visitors from channels you already control while search rankings build.
- January 8, 2026· 1 min read
Website vs. social media: where should you focus?
Should you invest in your website or your social profiles? The honest answer: they do different jobs. Here's how to balance them.
- December 29, 2025· 1 min read
Privacy and your website: PIPEDA, GDPR, and CCPA basics
If you collect any visitor information, privacy law applies. Here's a plain-English overview for small businesses.
- December 27, 2025· 1 min read
Website legal pages: what you actually need
Which legal pages does a small-business website really need? Here's a practical rundown.
- November 27, 2025· 1 min read
Do you still need a website in 2026?
With social media and marketplaces everywhere, is a website still worth it? Short answer: yes — here's why.
- November 25, 2025· 1 min read
How to make your business stand out online
In a crowded market, sameness is invisible. Here's how to make your business memorable and distinct online.
- October 14, 2025· 1 min read
How to define your target audience
Trying to appeal to everyone appeals to no one. Here's how to define who your website is really for.
- October 12, 2025· 1 min read
How to do a simple competitor analysis
You don't need fancy tools to learn from competitors. Here's a straightforward way to size up your market.
- October 2, 2025· 1 min read
How to set measurable goals for your website
A website without goals is just a brochure. Here's how to set goals you can actually measure and improve.
- September 4, 2025· 1 min read
Bilingual websites for English and French customers
For many Canadian businesses, a bilingual site opens a bigger market. Here's what to consider.
- August 31, 2025· 1 min read
How to build a website for a Canadian small business
From .ca domains to PIPEDA, here's what Canadian small businesses should keep in mind when building a website.
- June 30, 2025· 1 min read
Brand voice: how to make your business sound like you
A consistent voice makes your business recognizable and human. Here's how to define and use yours.
- June 20, 2025· 1 min read
How to encourage repeat business through your website
Winning a customer is expensive; keeping one is cheap. Here's how your website can drive repeat business.
- June 4, 2025· 1 min read
Google Ads vs. SEO: which should you invest in first?
Ads bring traffic instantly; SEO compounds over time. Here's how to decide where to start.
- May 31, 2025· 1 min read
Digital marketing basics for small business
Digital marketing sounds complex, but the essentials are approachable. Here's a plain-English overview.
- April 15, 2025· 1 min read
How to get more referrals through your website
Referrals are your warmest leads. Here's how your website can encourage and capture more of them.
- April 13, 2025· 1 min read
How to collect customer feedback online
Customer feedback is a goldmine for improving your business and your website. Here's how to gather it.
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