In 15+ years at Surelutions, I’ve had the opportunity to work with many other creative professionals. It’s exciting and inspiring to meet other like-minded business owners. We may work collaboratively on projects, share tips and ask for help, or refer clients to each other for various reasons — project load, logistics, specialties, etc. When working […]
LOCAL TIPS: Promoting upcoming events in Chelsea, Michigan
I’ve been helping businesses and community organizations share and promote their services, products, and events for over 15 years, and this is one of my most frequently asked questions: “What’s the best way to get the word out about our upcoming event?” It’s usually followed up with,”We’re just volunteers, so we don’t have much of a budget.” […]
10 tips to help you choose a designer – it’s not all about price
How do you know the person you hire will do a good job on your project? Unless your crystal ball is in working order, you can’t really know for sure. But there are some steps you can take before hiring someone to make sure they are experienced and have a good reputation. As with all […]
Resource Roundup: Learning more about web and design
I get a lot of questions from clients and business owners, as well as new web designers, freelancers, bloggers, and DIYers. Admittedly, there are A LOT of moving parts to websites, design, and marketing. Nobody can be an expert in everything, but if you’re excited to learn new concepts and not afraid to dig in figure things out, […]
What are some alternatives to a small business website?
A few months ago, a colleague and I presented an introductory seminar titled, “So You Want a Website”. It was attended by new business owners, hobbyists and artists, board members from local nonprofits, independent consultants, and others. We covered the basics from buying a domain names to content planning to promoting your site. One of […]
