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Notes on web craft.

Practical advice on websites, SEO, AI tools, and getting your business found online. No fluff.

April 10, 2026

Why speed matters more than design for your business website

A beautiful website that takes 5 seconds to load loses half its visitors before they see a single word. Speed is the first thing your customers judge.

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April 9, 2026

How much does a business website actually cost in 2026

The honest answer is anywhere from $0 to $50,000. Here is what you actually get at each price point and why the cheapest option usually costs more long-term.

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April 7, 2026

What to look for when hiring someone to build your business website

Not all web designers are the same. Here are the green flags, red flags, and questions you should ask before handing anyone your money.

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April 4, 2026

Your website is your best employee

Your website does not call in sick, does not take lunch breaks, and works every holiday. If it is not bringing in leads, it is not doing its job.

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April 8, 2026

5 things every Rockford business website needs in 2026

If your website was built more than two years ago, it is probably costing you customers. Here is what matters now.

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April 5, 2026

Why your business needs a website that is not on Wix

Wix and Squarespace are fine for a hobby blog. For a business that depends on phone calls and bookings, they cost you more than you think.

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April 2, 2026

What is AI search optimization and why your business needs it

People are finding businesses through ChatGPT and Perplexity now. If you are not showing up there, you are invisible to a growing audience.

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March 28, 2026

How AI chatbots help service businesses get more leads

A plumber does not have time to answer the same 10 questions every day. An AI chatbot does, and it works at 2 AM.

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