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The Knowledge Vault

Practical insights for running your business online.

The Knowledge Vault is where you’ll find straightforward advice on websites, marketing, and strategy, written for real small business owners who want to understand what works (and skip what doesn’t).

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What is website hosting

If the word “hosting” makes your eyes glaze over, you’re not alone. This simple guide breaks down what website hosting actually is, why you need it, and how it fits into the bigger picture of building a website that works for your business.

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Lea Farrow Website Redesign

A full site refresh for Lea Farrow, moving from Bakery Builder to Divi for a modern, flexible and easy-to-manage website. Clean design, earthy branding and a collaborative build that gave Lea full confidence using her new platform.

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Using humour in your marketing without losing credibility

I love making people laugh. There’s nothing better than when someone reads a post or watches a reel and actually chuckles. It makes business feel…

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How to create an engaging landing page

I’ve seen plenty of beautiful landing pages that do absolutely nothing. They’re polished, on-brand, and full of personality, but when you look at the numbers,…

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Is SEO still worth it in 2025

If you’ve been around the internet for a while, you’ve probably heard people saying “SEO is dead.” They’ve been saying it for years, and yet,…

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Encourage OT Website Redesign

A clean, supportive website for Encourage OT, designed to reflect Nicole’s brand and integrate seamlessly with her CRM for bookings and course access. Clear, practical and built for everyday use.

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Breathe new life into your website. How updating old content can boost your SEO

One of my favourite things to do lately has been going back through my old content. It’s equal parts nostalgic and mildly embarrassing. Some of…

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