the blog
This is where I share what I actually see working for small business websites - and what quietly isn't. No jargon, no pressure. Just practical guidance from a Soldotna-based web designer who'd rather help you understand your site than keep you dependent on someone else to run it.
How Claude Skills Save Time on Repetitive Tasks
What are Claude skills? A plain-English guide for small business owners who want less re-typing, steadier output, and faster repeat work in Claude.
Is Squarespace Good for SEO? Yes, for Most Small Businesses
Squarespace isn't bad for SEO. Here's the honest answer from someone who actually builds Squarespace sites for small businesses, including the real limits, how it stacks up against WordPress and Wix, and what matters more than your platform choice.
AI Tools for Small Business That Save Time Each Week
AI tools can save your small business real time every week, but only if you use them where it counts. Here's a practical look at where to start, what's actually worth it, and how to add AI without adding chaos.
DIY SEO for Small Businesses: What Works and When to Get Help
Yes, you can do your own SEO. But before you dive in, here's an honest look at what it actually involves, where AI tools help and where they don't, and how to decide if DIY is the right call for your business.
Squarespace vs Wix vs WordPress: Pick The One You'll Update
Squarespace, Wix, WordPress, GoDaddy — the platform debate misses the real reason most small business sites go dead. Here's how to pick one you'll actually keep using and set it up so updates don't feel like a chore.
Hiring a Web Designer in Alaska: Cost, Questions, Red Flags
Looking for a web designer in Alaska? Here's how to figure out what you actually need, what to expect on price, and the questions worth asking before you hand over your deposit.
Squarespace Website Redesign Without Breaking Your Live Site
Thinking about redesigning your Squarespace website? Before you touch a thing, here's what to plan for, what to protect, and how to avoid the mistakes that can tank your traffic or leave you with a prettier but still broken site.
When an Alaska Small Business Website Is Worth the Cost
Still on the fence about whether your Alaska small business needs a website in 2026? Here's an honest look at what a site actually does for you, what it costs, and how to know if now is the right time.