Top Sites for Web Design Inspiration
December 4, 2011 by lauren
Filed under Blog, Santa Clara Design
Sometimes we just need a bit of inspiration. Whether you’re a designer, developer, business owner or marketing pro… a little bit of inspiration goes a long way. Here are a few of our favorite sites for web design inspiration. Get ready to be inspired. And, let us know if you think you need an update. [...]
...Read More...Defining Social Media for Small Business
November 15, 2011 by lauren
Filed under Blog, Santa Clara Design, Social Media and Small Business
In order for a business, big OR small, to succeed with Social Media, you need to have a complete understanding of what social media actually encompasses. There are hundreds of various social media platforms out there, many that you’ve probably never even heard of. The majority of those platforms you will probably never use. But, [...]
...Read More...Social Media and Small Business
September 20, 2011 by lauren
Filed under Blog, Santa Clara Design, Social Media and Small Business
I am beginning a new series on Social Media and Small Business. Really, any business or organization can benefit from this information, but since my primary focus is assisting small businesses, that is where my thoughts point first. I moved into the social media realm because I saw a need with my clients. Many wanted [...]
...Read More...5 thoughts to help determine your website ‘design style’
August 31, 2011 by lauren
Filed under Blog, Santa Clara Design
One of the most important elements of our work is making certain that we determine our clients’ design style at the beginning of the design process. If we miss the boat on this, then we waste time, money, energy and inspiration. Since the design element of our work is very important to us, we’ve fine-tuned [...]
...Read More...Tips for Great Website-Geared Photography
July 14, 2011 by lauren
Filed under Blog, photography, Santa Clara Design, Tutorials
Photos can work wonders for your website. Or they can ruin it. The simplest site with fantastic photography can take your breath way. However, a stunning design can be destroyed with just a few poor images. So, you can do your website some big favors by learning a few tips for taking great web-geared photos. [...]
...Read More...15 Tips: How to Manage Your Business Blog
May 24, 2011 by admin
Filed under Blog, Santa Clara Design, WordPress Support
Become THE expert! When you write on a topic and the reader learns something, you have just become an expert. Then, the next time your reader has a thought or question about your industry, he’ll come to you as the business that can give him the solution or information he’s looking for.
...Read More...10 reasons why your business should have a blog…
May 2, 2011 by lauren
Filed under Blog, Santa Clara Design
When I say “blog” you might think of your cousin Pam who posts recipes and photos of her cat every three days. You may think that a “blog” has nothing to do with you, your life, your business or your success. Let me convince you otherwise. Your blog is the perfect place to share your [...]
...Read More...Giveaway for Catholic Blog, Ministry or Church
April 10, 2011 by lauren
Filed under Blog, freebies, Santa Clara Design
In honor of the patroness of my business, St. Clare of Assisi, I am offering a giveaway! Here are the details: You must be a Catholic ministry, Catholic Church or Catholic-focused blog You will get a free, custom designed WordPress site as per your design style and suggestions You will need to pay for hosting [...]
...Read More...10 Reasons Why You Should Switch to WordPress…
March 2, 2011 by lauren
Filed under Blog, Santa Clara Design, WordPress Support
10 Reasons Why you Should switch to WordPress from Blogger, Typepad, etc… Many people start blogging (as I did way back when) with a free blogging software like blogger, typepad or wordpress.com. These blogs are simple, they’re free and for some people, that’s all they need. However, many bloggers eventually come to the realization that [...]
...Read More...Giveaway ~ Camera Phone lens by Photojojo
December 2, 2010 by lauren
Filed under Blog, freebies, fun stuff, Santa Clara Design
Become a fan on Facebook and leave a comment on the facebook post, and you enter yourself to win either the wide angle/macro OR the fisheye camera phone lens from Photojojo. It’s on MY Christmas wishlist – and I thought you might like one too! The lenses work with any camera phone and attach by [...]
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