Websites with keywords that cause confusion can be harmful to your website counts. Words that are often misspelled: For example… Affect vs. Effect. Affect, Accept vs, Except, Desert vs. Dessert. Words that are spelled the same but have different meanings: "lead" (to guide, pronounced /liːd/) and "lead" (the metal, pronounced /lɛd/) Many words in English have several meanings depending on the context in which they are used. Examples: "can" (to be able to, or a container), "rock" (a stone or a type of music). Technical jargon and slang. Specialized language used within particular industries or demographics can be confusing to outsiders.

  How to Attract Offline Customers How to Attract Offline Customers When your ideal customers are not online, they will often use alternative ways to find what they are looking for. Such as… Referrals. They trust a person or expert associations more than doing an internet search. Let your products and services produce word-of-mouth. Trade-shows. They like to be able to connect in-person to navigate the impression they looking for. Be proactive in the community by being available in person. Older customers. Many people aren’t savvy with technology and like to research through other methods such as TV, radio or newspaper ads. Use language that is easy to understand so you don’t discourage a cautious customer. Last minute shoppers. If you want to pick out a special pet, plant, shoes or perfume, sometimes it’s not a practical option. Having an online presence gives you an even playing-field by being included with other local businesses in your industry allowing you to at least be an...

  Did you know that on August 18th, 2025 Cambridge Dictionary added over 6,000 new words!   They only add words that they think will have staying power, that are widely used, and likely to persist in the language. This includes words from various categories, such as pop culture, technology, social trends, and even slang.   Here are some new computer-related terms that have recently been added to dictionaries. Mouse jiggler : A device or software that simulates mouse movement to keep a computer active, often used in remote work settings.  Generative AI : This refers to artificial intelligence designed to produce text, images, audio, or other outputs based on training data.  Chatbot : A computer program that simulates human conversation to provide information or assistance to users.  GPT : An abbreviation for "generative pre-trained transformer," a type of machine learning algorithm used in creating new text.  Hallucinate : In the context of AI...

Hey there, small business owners! It's fair season, and while it might be a bit last-minute this year, let's start planning ahead for next year. There are so many fairs, festivals, and summer flea markets in our area where you can promote your business. As a fellow small business owner, I love seeing businesses like yours thrive and become a part of our community. I've put together a list of websites that list vendor events in Minnesota and beyond to help you out. Let's use the rest of this season as motivation to have an even bigger success next year. Let's show our support for local small businesses and help them succeed! Minnesota County Fairs Guiding, educating, and informing county fairs https://www.mfcf.com/events Arts & Craft Shows In Minnesota Includes other states https://www.craftmasternews.com/minnesota.aspx Minnesota Festivals Includes other states https://festivalguidesandreviews.com/minnesota-festivals/ MN Listings Of Fairs & Fes...

  Let's Welcome Spring with a Vibrant Website Update! I’m always available to do updates that benefit you and your website needs. Generally, as time goes by, it is good to analyze your website content to fit your goals. In the tech world, websites generally have a lifespan of only about four years before they go stale. As your business grows and evolves, so should your website. Search engines give higher rankings for websites that are updated often, and website visitors also appreciate a website that has fresh new content. Do you have any new website additions or changes that needs attention? Or are you interested in a fresh new redesign?   If you want to learn more, click here for more ideas that may benefit you.   I want your website to be something that you can be proud of and will bring you success. If there is anything I can help you with, feel free to let me know! :)

  Don't Waste Time! Set up Automatic Facebook Posts and Make Your Life Easier! Did you know that completing similar tasks all at once saves you time in the long run? By opening links, planners, much less finding the motivation to do it, plus the distractions that send you down a rabbit hole, is better done in one setting than broken up into bite-sized chunks throughout the week or month. Think about it. If you had a tool in which you could schedule all your posts a year in advance, would take a lot of time, but if you do one every day, the getting started, booting up the necessary devices, photo management, and then having to brainstorm content every day. single. day. is a daunting plan. Not to mention all the days you don’t plan on being on your work devices on weekends and holidays. Commit to connecting with your customers or clients daily to keep reminding them that you're still around and available to provide them with products and services.   Ok, here’s the good part!...

  Email Signature Blocks     Guys! To make a good impression and show you mean business, make sure to polish up your email signature. It's a must-have for looking professional. Spending a little bit of time today will pay off later. Help your clients and customers out by providing easy access to all your important contact info, signature logo, and links to your website and social media profiles. It's the little things that count! Make your here! Email Signature Template Generator