How to ensure pain free WordPress updates
Most WordPress updates run smoothly, but when things go wrong they tend to go wrong spectacularly. Here are my tips to save pain and frustration
The hidden costs of owning a website
It’s easy to put aside some cash, when your website is built and then forget about it. Plan both resources and finance for its health and security.
How we designed the new Line and Form website
Designing your own website is never easy. When you are a web designer by profession it is surprisingly difficult. Generally I’m busy designing for other people and when I am my own client, the pay is not very good either. But as the old Line and Form website was over two years old I knew it had to be done.
How to safely install and configure WordPress
The 5 minute WordPress install is famous. However, once installed there are still a fair few settings that you need to adjust to get your new website up and running. As promised here is my second updated WordPress guide. This guide is aimed at those going for a DIY install of WordPress. I will go over some basic safety tips and some recommendations for the best themes and plugins.
Why has traffic to your website suddenly decreased?
If you monitor the traffic on your website, and if you don’t you should, there are going to be times when traffic numbers change. Changes are normal and are not always a cause for concern. However, a large sudden drop is always worth checking out. The important thing is not to panic.
Writing a better blog with just 10 minutes a day!
Keeping a regular blog is not always easy. You start with good intentions but a few months in you miss a blog post, or maybe two, and suddenly it has been a month and you have not blogged at all. Then the guilt sets in. It is time to give yourself a break and make a fresh start. I have a simple technique that I have done with many clients. All you need is 10 minutes everyday and a supply of paper and pens.
Quick start guide to WordPress for editors
As usual I’m letting you get a peak at the latest draft for The website editors quick start guide to WordPress. If you get a chance have a look and let me know what you think. Always grateful to be told about typos, but also interest in anything you think I have missed.
Become a Social Media Expert
Do you know why you are using Twitter? Are you spending lots of time but not getting any measurable results? Our new advanced ‘Social Media Strategy and Twitter’ training is just what you need.
Some tips to help keep your website secure
How often do you think about the security of your website? Here are simple tips that will help keep your website secure.
I love being a small business – the sweat tears and the smiles
I can’t be prouder that I am still running my own business. After the first two years I have doubled my work load and have some great projects in the works. But looking back I do think I underestimated the challenge it would be.