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SEO, Strategy + Management Mara Deyo SEO, Strategy + Management Mara Deyo

All About 404 Pages + Why Your Website Needs One

You hope no one will ever land on your 404 page, but if they do, you need to make sure it’s solid. In this blog, we’re talking about all things 404 pages: why you need a custom one, how to update yours, and why they matter for SEO. Plus, we’ll tell you how you can check to see if you have any broken links so you can avoid users landing on your 404 page.

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Community, Inspiration + Motivation Mahla Hoffbeck Community, Inspiration + Motivation Mahla Hoffbeck

Why We Travel: Stories and Reflections From the Road + Home Sweet Oceanside

We took on a multi-purpose work and family fun cross-country road trip from Southern California to Southeast Minnesota with two littles and a dog in tow. There’s nothing quite like getting out of your normal space and routine to incite new creative thinking and powerful “aha” moments for both life and work. Jump into the blog to read about our top takeaways from the road trip.

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SEO, Marketing Lane Hoffbeck SEO, Marketing Lane Hoffbeck

Unveiling the Power of Google Reviews for Boosting your SEO Strategy

Did you know that receiving Google Reviews is a great way to increase your business’ local search rank?  There are a lot of platforms that you can get reviews on, but Google Reviews have a lot of power to affect your local SEO search results because most people search on Google. Take this as your sign — your Google Business Profile should be set up, and you should be trying to get great reviews.

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Community, Inspiration + Motivation Lane Hoffbeck Community, Inspiration + Motivation Lane Hoffbeck

Why We Chose Oceanside, CA as Our Life and Small Business HQ

Location isn't just coordinates , it's a heartbeat. Oceanside, California captured our hearts — a town full and alive with diversity, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a contagious underdog energy. We're inspired by this place we call home, and we wanted to share a little bit more why! If you're eager to see your business thrive in Oceanside, CA, let's chat. We deeply believe that this vibrant community of ours only gets better and better when more entrepreneurs like you add to it.

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The Essential 10 Step Website Pre-Launch Checklist

Creating a website involves attention to detail. Amidst design and content discussions, small yet vital aspects often shine. Before launching your site, a critical checklist emerges: ten essential tasks. This downloadable PDF guide ensures a seamless debut or enhances your existing site. Custom SEO titles, functional tests, legal compliance – each step matters. Complete them for a confident website launch.

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SEO, Marketing Mara Deyo SEO, Marketing Mara Deyo

How to Find SEO Keywords + Our Favorite Tools

Solid SEO (search engine optimization) keywords are the foundation of your SEO strategy. We get that most small business owners know SEO is something they need, but it usually seems overwhelming and complex leaving them feeling unsure where to start. That’s why we’re taking it back to basics today and breaking down all things SEO keywords – what they are, how to find them, and how to use them.

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