Forget being perfect. Start your blog now.
One of these days it’ll all come together. You’ll quit daydreaming & start a blog. But is waiting really the right way to do it? Not exactly. Here’s what to do instead.
WordPress
How to do WordPress plugin updates
If you have a WordPress website, you MUST do WordPress plugin updates. Worried they’ll cause a website meltdown? Here’s practical, actionable advice for updating safely (and sanely!).
6 reasons why Squarespace is better for cafés & restaurants than Wordpress
WordPress is a powerhouse that, in the right hands, can help small, independent eateries thrive and grow. But for businesses without the resources (skill, time, money) to devote to it, WordPress is by far more of a liability than an asset.
Sometimes, blogging with WordPress.com is the right choice
A while back, Elizabeth Urello of Automattic (the people behind WordPress), wrote a post about whether a person should use WordPress.com or WordPress.org. That’s a common question among people with only basic familiarity with either flavor of WordPress. The article offers the best analogy (the freedoms and responsibilities of owning versus renting property) I’ve seen … Read more
Crafty lady turns offline quilting hobby into online design business
When a business is 100% online, it’s twice as important to have a site that looks sharp, works well for customers and makes it easy to show and sell what you’ve got. Kirsty Cleverly’s gorgeous new Bonjour Quilts website does all of the above. Warning: Kirsty’s gorgeous photos may make even not-so-crafty folks consider taking up sewing.
Good advice for new online businesses with razor-thin budgets
Investing everything back into your small business is tough. Jerry Jao’s cost-cutting tips will help (but take *our* advice if you need a cheap website.)