Backlinks from other sites to your web pages can be an important element in search engine optimisation. Links from popular sites covering related content can be particularly effective, both in improving your search engine rankings and generating direct traffic. So how do you go about link building? Here are a dozen quick tips to get […]
Search engine optimisation (SEO) is an important part of most business’ online marketing strategies. It’s a complex area – that’s why many businesses choose to use SEO specialists – but the core best practice SEO techniques are surprisingly straightforward. To start with, it’s vital to remember what the purpose of your website is. Focus first […]
More handy techniques to combat people’s tendency to scan through websites rather than reading it word for word… Keep it chatty – unless you’re dealing with an extremely formal subject or business. Try reading your copy out loud – does it sound like something you’d say in an everyday conversation? Most important information first. Make […]
Reading content on a webpage or blog isn’t like reading from a book or magazine. Studies have proved that we read and absorb information differently when reading it off a computer screen than we do when reading from a piece of paper. One of the key differences is that we read online content a lot […]
A simple enough question. Unfortunately, there isn’t a straightforward answer. There are loads of factors to take into account, such as: What is the purpose of your website? Are you showcasing a large range of products, or is your site full of information about the different services you offer? Are most people likely to be […]
First of all, it’s important to understand why you should maintain your website, and what it involves. The main reasons for regular web maintenance are: to make sure the content is up to date – for example, that contact details, products and prices are all current and accurate to tell users what’s happening with your […]