5 Signs That it’s Time for a New Website

With 97% of people using the internet to find a business, it is very important that your website makes a great first impression.

Unfortunately, a lot of people ‘set and forget’ when it comes to websites. They spent a lot of time and money getting their website online. However, when the website goes online they don’t make any changes for years.

If this is what has happened to your website, then these 5 signs will let you know if it is time for a new website:

Web Design Football First

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Web Design Football First Who they are We are very pleased to introduce a new website for our client Football First.  The website is found at www.footballfirst. Con Boutsianis and Inma Moreno operate Football First.  Con Boutsianis is an ex international football player and hailed as the Best Free Kick in Australian history. He has developed … Read more

How to Increase the Number of People Visiting your Website

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Quite often people think they only need to build a website for their business and customers will flock to it. Unfortunately it is not that easy. Take the example of a plumbing business – if you type in ‘plumber melbourne’ you will get 33,400,000 results.

It is unrealistic to expect customers will be able to find your plumbing business website with over 33 million search results. This is especially true if your website is new. So what can be done so that your website can be found easily?

Google Business Profile – Why you Need It

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Google My Business is becoming one of the most important ways for a business to improve their online presence. Nearly 95% of people use Google to search the internet. This means you need to do whatever you can to get an edge on your competition. If you do this, more customers will find you. This means more sales for your business!

It is free to set up your Google My Business account. You first need to verify your address. Once your listing goes live, when people search for a business like yours, the chances of showing up on search results increases.

How to Make your Website Fail in 5 Easy Steps

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It takes a lot of time and effort to create a website that gains you new customers, as well as increasing your sales.

Unfortunately, there are lots of common mistakes people make with their website. These mistakes significantly decrease the chances of the website being a successful marketing tool for their business.

Given how important a website can be to the success of a business it is best to get things right from the start.

Web Design for Quick Service Plumbing

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Web Design for Quick Service Plumbing Who they are We are very pleased to introduce a new website for our client Quick Service Plumbing. Andrew, who owns and operates Quick Service Plumbing already had a website. However, he needed a new website that reflected the growth of his business as well as all the services … Read more

Does your Online Shop need Afterpay?

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There has been a buzz for the last couple of years with Afterpay changing the way people purchase products online. After only a few years it now has over one million users. It is particularly popular with millennials who make up 75% of their client base.

Afterpay’s motto is Shop Now. Enjoy Now. Pay Later. It is essentially a modern form of lay-by. However, you don’t have to wait until you pay for the goods to enjoy them.

Web Design for Koza

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Web Design for Koza Who they are We are very pleased to introduce a new website for our client Koza.  Senka owns and operates Koza, However, she is also the inventor of Koza’s great range of skin care products. She is a medical herbalist with over 20 years of experience in the skin care industry. … Read more

Did you Notice a Drop in Clicks to your Website in August?

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The world of Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) is ever changing. Google changes it algorithms constantly. This means that your website search engine rank changes too. Sometimes your website drops in ranking and sometimes it increases in ranking.

On 19 August Google announced another change. This change caused many websites to appear to have quite a significant drop in the number of visitors to a website. It is likely your website was affected by this change. So what does it all mean?

Five Quick Things to Improve your SEO

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Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) can be a frustratingly slow process. It can take months (if not longer) to get your website ranking well for highly competitive search terms. However, once SEO starts working for your website it is very cost effective. This is especially true when compared with the costs of using Google AdWords or Bing Ads.

The good news is that there are some simple things you can do that can have a real impact on your website’s SEO position. Listed below are five quick ways to improve your SEO:

The Importance of Google Reviews

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Getting positive reviews from your customers has always been a great way to create trust and increase the profile of your small business. However, with the advent the digital age, especially with social media, there are lots of places customers can leave reviews. These places include Google, Facebook, Trip Advisor, True Local and Yelp.

With 90% of people saying they are influenced to buy when they read a positive review, it is an important part of your business’ marketing plan to encourage customers to leave reviews.

Web Design for New Home Building Inspections

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Web Design for New Home Building Inspections Who they are We are very pleased to introduce a new website for our client New Home Building Inspections. The website can be found at www.newhomebuildinginspections.com.au They have  nearly 30 years experience in the building industry – so they know what to look for when doing a pre purchase … Read more

Web Design for JFG Commercial and Industrial Fencing

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Web Design for JFG Commercial and Industrial Fencing Who they are It is always great to be part of a business that is growing. That is  exactly what happened with one of our valued clients. We had already designed a fencing website for Joe that focused on domestic fencing. This website can be found at www.joesfencingandgates.com.au. … Read more

Web Design for Limo Transfer Melbourne

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Web Design for Limo Transfer Melbourne Who they are We are very pleased to introduce a new website for our client Limo Transfer Melbourne.  Limo Transfer Melbourne is a leader when it comes to providing luxurious chauffeur car hire at an affordable price. They are based in the outer eastern suburbs of Melbourne. The main focus … Read more

Should you be using Bing Ads instead of Google AdWords?

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Bing Ads is a form of pay per click advertising. It is often used as an alternative to Google AdWords. However, some businesses choose to advertise on both Google AdWords and Bing Ads. The main advantage of Bing Ads is that it can often be significantly cheaper than Google AdWords.

In Australia, just over 10% of all internet searches are now being done on Bing. This percentage is even higher if you market overseas. For example, in the US, Bing has around 30% of all internet searches done on desktops.

Web Design for Carers For Life

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Web Design for Carers For Life Who they are We are very pleased to introduce a new website for our client Carers for Life. Carers for Life was established in response to local community demand for culturally informed, quality disability support services. They provide their services in the Whittlesea region of Melbourne. They are registered NDIS providers. As NDIS … Read more

SEO – Back to Basics

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Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) is a form of online marketing that uses various techniques to get a website a high ranking on Google organically. It is usually compared to Google AdWords. The main difference is that if you use Google AdWords you pay every time someone clicks onto your website. Although it can take some time to see SEO results it is very cost effective when it works well, and can completely replace the need for Google AdWords.

Is Google Ads too Expensive for your Small Business?

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Google AdWords, under the right circumstances, is a great way to reach out to new customers. However, it is not for every small business. Google AdWords can be expensive – which is not so bad if you are actually getting new customers. However, if a Google AdWords campaign is not managed correctly it is surprisingly easy to spend a lot with little or no return. So, what are the traps small businesses need to be aware of before deciding to use Google AdWords?

Web Design for Mototronics

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Web Design for Mototronics Who they are We are very pleased to introduce a new website for our client Mototronics. They are Melbourne’s very own dedicated auto electrician that can make sure you make the most out of your  motorcycle.  They have their own in-house dyno cell, fully equipped OBD diagnostic station along with qualified … Read more

Web Design for Million Dollar Magician

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Web Design for Million Dollar Magician Who they are We are very pleased to introduce a new website for our client Million Dollar Magician. Melbourne Comedy Magician Brett Parkin has been bringing his unique brand of magic to audiences across the globe for over 15 years. He has performed for local and international celebrities and … Read more

Web Design for Amazing Danny

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Web Design for Amazing Danny Who they are We are very pleased to introduce a new website for our client Amazing Danny. Amazing Danny is a Melbourne Comedy Magician with over 15 years of experience in performing magic shows. His many performances include for local and international celebrities, schools, christenings, public events, and birthday parties. He … Read more

Web Design for Heat Cool Express

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Web Design for Heat Cool Express Who they are We are very pleased to introduce a new website for our client Heat Cool Express.  They are one of Melbourne’s best heating and cooling specialists. They repair, service and install all major brands of heaters, air conditioners and hot water systems. The project We were approached … Read more

Why Small Business Websites Fail

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Around 50% of small businesses still do not have a website even though nearly 90% of people now search on the internet to find a business. So what about the other 50% of small businesses who have spent time and money to develop a website? Are their websites bringing in a constant stream of new work? The answer is probably not. Most small business websites do not work effectively to bring in new customers.

Here is a list of the common mistakes small businesses make with their websites:

Online Shopping – How to Increase Sales

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More and more Australians are using the internet to shop. In fact, over $30 billion is expected to be spent on online sales during 2017. Every month 40% of shoppers will buy something online. There are various reasons for the large growth in online shopping. Some of them include the high use of the internet by Australians. Over 85% of the population now use the internet so that creates a huge market for online retailers. Another major factor is the rapid rise in the use of mobile phones. Online shoppers can now make purchases ‘on the go’ – so much so that around 35% of online purchases are now made via mobile phones.

Web Design for Majesty Property Services

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Web Design for Majesty Property Services Who they are We are very pleased to introduce a new website for our client Majesty Property Services. Majesty Property Services provide both painting and cleaning services to all suburbs of Melbourne – and have been doing so for over 10 years. They have one of the best reputations … Read more

Web Design for Studio Craft

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Web Design for Studio Craft Who they are We are very pleased to introduce a new website for our client Studio Craft. Studio Craft have been framing artworks and collectables since they established their business in 1973. They now have two stores – one in Hawthorn and one in Hampton. They are now one of Melbourne’s … Read more

Web Design for Talking Bins

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Web Design for Talking Bins Who they are We are very pleased to introduce a new website for our client Talking Bins.  Talking Bins provide a great bin placement service that means that you will never miss bin night again. They take your bins out and then back in when they have been emptied. Talking … Read more

Web Design for GFE

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Web Design for GFE Who they are We are very pleased to introduce a new website for our client GFE.  GFE is a successful catering equipment supplier along with being a manufacturer of customised stainless steel commercial kitchen equipment. This unique combination has created a commercial kitchen and fit out solution. With over 30+ years combined … Read more

New Year – Time for a New Website?

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In today’s online world, for a lot of companies, a website is the first point of contact a customer will have of your business. First impressions count – especially as people click away from a website within seconds if they don’t like what they see. In fact, it is estimated that over 75% of people judge the credibility of a business based on it’s websites. Here is a list of the main reasons why it may be time for your business to have a new website.

Web Design for Farah Window Cleaning

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Web Design for Farah Window Cleaning Who they are We are very pleased to introduce a new website for our client Farah Window Cleaning. This new website is www.farahwindowcleaning.com.au. Farah Window Cleaning is a leading provider of professional high standard window cleaning services in Melbourne.  Adam, who owns and operates Farah Window Cleaning with his dedicated staff, … Read more