Best uses of social media in 2016
By Alexandra Gavril - January 7, 2017
It’s easy to get tunnel vision as a small business owner. You have lots of goals to achieve, and only so many hours in the day to get there. So you use...
Why a secure website is a must for all online businesses
By Will Stevens - January 5, 2017
Turning a hobby or an interest into a business is the dream for many would-be entrepreneurs. And although there are those who never take action to turn that dream into reality, there...
8 ways to grow your small business brand in 2017
By Will Stevens - January 4, 2017
Branding is the lifeblood of businesses both small and large. But it’s an issue that’s often overlooked – especially if you’re pressed for time. In this article, we’ll look at some ways...
How to increase conversions by driving urgency
By Alexandra Gavril - December 14, 2016
Today, with the convenience of online shopping, people can afford to take more time to research their options before finally buying a product. This makes urgency even more relevant as a strategy...
How to effectively integrate SEO into your business and marketing
By Alexandra Gavril - December 13, 2016
Search engine optimisation (SEO), content marketing, social media and public relations (PR) have previously been treated as separate compartments. The different departments, agencies or consultants would rarely collaborate which lead to many...
14 social media links every small business owner should click before 2016 is over
By Will Stevens - December 10, 2016
2016 has been a big year for social media developments, and with things getting more and more advanced, there’s never been more of a need for small businesses to keep up. Though...
How buying your name as a domain name can protect your online reputation
By Will Stevens - December 6, 2016
If someone Googled your name, what would they learn about you? Would they see links to articles about your past successes or achievements, or would they be directed towards content that is...
Could your website benefit from an expert’s touch?
By Will Stevens - December 2, 2016
You’ve got a business, you’ve got a website. But is that website working as hard for your business as it could be? A few years ago Marta Alvarez, who runs language school Spanish...
Swift 6: Online business myths busted
By Nick Leech - December 1, 2016
In this latest Swift 6 video, I’ll be looking at six of the most common myths surrounding doing business online. These misconceptions can be really damaging for a business, because they can...
7 signs you’re ready to start your own business
By Will Stevens - November 25, 2016
Does every week day feel like this on repeat, forever, with no real reward at the end of it? Then that’s probably the first sign that you’re ready to start your own business....
