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Practical digital marketing advice for North Wales SMEs. Google Ads tips, SEO guides, and honest marketing insights.

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How the Google local pack works (and how to get your business into it)
SEO

How the Google local pack works (and how to get your business into it)

The local pack, that map with three business listings at the top of Google, gets more clicks than most organic results. Here's how it works and how to get into it.

14 Aug 2026 9 min read
I paid for SEO and it didn't work — why?
SEO

I paid for SEO and it didn't work — why?

Paying for SEO and seeing nothing happen is one of the most frustrating experiences in digital marketing. Here's why it happens, what to look for, and how to avoid it next time.

7 Aug 2026 7 min read
How much does SEO cost in the UK?
SEO

How much does SEO cost in the UK?

SEO pricing in the UK ranges from a few hundred pounds a month to tens of thousands. Here's what those price points actually deliver, and why the cheapest option often costs more in the long run.

17 Jul 2026 7 min read
My website isn't showing up on Google: what's wrong?
SEO

My website isn't showing up on Google: what's wrong?

There are several distinct reasons why a website doesn't appear on Google, and they each need a different fix. Here's how to work out which one is your problem.

19 Jun 2026 7 min read
Shopify SEO: how to get your store ranking on Google
SEO

Shopify SEO: how to get your store ranking on Google

Shopify does some things well for SEO and others poorly. Here's what you need to know about URL structure, duplicate content, product pages, collections, site speed, and schema markup to get your store ranking.

12 Jun 2026 6 min read
How Long Does SEO Take to Work? Realistic Timelines for Small Businesses
SEO

How Long Does SEO Take to Work? Realistic Timelines for Small Businesses

SEO doesn't work overnight. Here's what realistic timelines look like for small businesses, what affects the speed, and how to spot SEO providers who are overpromising.

22 May 2026 5 min read
Local SEO for Small Businesses: How to Get Found in Google
SEO

Local SEO for Small Businesses: How to Get Found in Google

Local SEO is how small businesses compete with larger competitors without matching their budgets. Here's how it works and what you actually need to do.

22 Apr 2026 5 min read
How to Choose an SEO Company in North Wales (And Spot the Bad Ones)
SEO

How to Choose an SEO Company in North Wales (And Spot the Bad Ones)

The North Wales SEO market has its share of agencies that overpromise and underdeliver. Here's how to cut through the noise and find someone who will actually move your rankings.

10 Apr 2026 4 min read
SEO for North Wales Businesses: A Practical Guide
SEO

SEO for North Wales Businesses: A Practical Guide

If your business serves customers in North Wales, getting found on Google isn't optional. It's the difference between a full diary and an empty one. Here's what SEO actually involves and how to get it working for you.

1 Apr 2026 5 min read
Recovering Traffic & Revenue for an E-commerce Business
SEO

Recovering Traffic & Revenue for an E-commerce Business

Melody Jane Dolls Houses lost thousands of organic visitors overnight after a website change. Here's exactly how the traffic was recovered and how Google Ads filled the revenue gap while it happened.

10 Apr 2025 5 min read
Five Reasons Every Small Business Website Needs a Blog
SEO

Five Reasons Every Small Business Website Needs a Blog

A blog isn't just content for content's sake. For a small business, it's one of the most cost-effective ways to build organic traffic, establish credibility, and generate leads. Here's why it works.

13 Feb 2025 6 min read