United We Blog

Not that long ago, it was understandable that many small businesses avoided the added expense of launching and managing a website. After all, it was frequently a cost prohibitive process that involved finding a web design firm and then hiring them repeatedly for every little tweak. However, now that costs have come down, there no excuse for not having a place online where customers can find you. ...

An exploratory journey into different communities across the USA. Driving 6,000 miles across the 17 states I discovered many local community highlights including the parks, small businesses, and quirky artists. We know millions people, places and businesses use the .US domain for a variety of reasons. Here are just a few of the organizations, companies and more that are building stronger communities with a .US domain name. ...

Whether you’re looking to grow your business, learn more about your industry, or expand your professional contacts, networking is incredibly useful. Unfortunately, it can often feel pretty awkward–especially when you’re reaching out to people you’ve never met or have only spoken to briefly. ...

While the “About Us” page is frequently the most visited on a website, it’s often treated like an afterthought. For small businesses, this lack of attention translates into lost sales. Potential customers visit your About page to connect with you and learn what distinguishes your business from the competition. If you’re not building rapport, you’re missing an opportunity. ...

Want customers to find your website faster? If you’ve worked hard to optimize your keywords and still aren’t getting results, it’s time to consider other strategies for improving your site’s SEO. Here are 10 simple tactics to get your site noticed by the search engines without spending too much time. ...

Digital marketing can actually be a godsend for those with limited budgets. When done well, it’s a cost-effective way of reaching new customers, keeping in touch with those who are already loyal, and building your brand. Fortunately, there are heaps of free resources online that can help you on your digital marketing journey as you build up your .sydney site and give your business a polished, professional feel. Here are some of our favorites. ...

Now more than ever, a website is fundamental to your small business’s success. New and current customers are much likelier to open an internet browser than a phone book when they’re looking to find you. Fortunately, getting a website up and running is relatively affordable and easy. However, before launching a website you need to buy a domain name — and that’s where people get stuck. ...

Starting a new business is always a risk. But what if your business idea is a little strange? It can make taking the leap from employee to entrepreneur even scarier. However, the people who started the following businesses didn’t let fear stop them, and the results paid off in spades. ...

Even in today’s digital age, many industries still thrive on word-of-mouth to grow their businesses. Looking for a new accountant? Most people are likely to reach out to business contacts for a referral. Is the tap leaking? A friend or neighbor will volunteer the name of a good plumber. If you’re in an industry in which customers are spreading the word about your business, then maybe a website really isn’t necessary – or is it? ...

Congratulations! You just got engaged. Now it’s time to get down to the real work of planning your big day, starting with your wedding website so that you can keep everyone informed about your progress. ...