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Why most WordPress sites fail within 3 years

Why most WordPress sites fail within 3 years

By Chuck Hersey, Owner & Technical Lead at Team 218 A business spends $5,000 building a WordPress site. It launches well. Six months later, it’s still fast and looking good. Nobody budgets for year-two plugin conflicts when they’re excited about launch...

WebRidez built by Team 218

How Team 218 Built WebRidez: From Concept to Launch

At Team 218, we specialize in creating custom digital solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients. One of our most exciting recent projects is WebRidez , a platform designed to promote car shows, motorsports events, and more. We’re proud to have brought this...

More bang for your social media buck

Get More Bang For Your Social Media Buck

If you're not leveraging social media to market your business, you're missing out on huge opportunities to drive brand awareness, traffic, and sales. But creating compelling social content and engaging with followers takes time - time you'd rather spend serving...

Unveiling Grok: xAI's Leap into the AI Frontier

Unveiling Grok: xAI’s Leap into the AI Frontier

A Comprehensive Look at Grok-1, the Mixture-of-Experts Model Redefining AI Interaction Introduction The following is what Grok had to say about itself when prompted to “give me some background on Grok”. The accompanying image is what Grok produced when...

The Power of a Website for Iowa Nonprofits

The Power of a Website for Nonprofits

The Power of a Website for Nonprofits: Why It’s Essential and How to Maximize Its Impact These days, having a robust online presence isn’t just a luxury for nonprofits—it’s a necessity. A well-designed website can be a powerful tool to attract donors,...

Nonprofit Web Design Case Study

Nonprofit Web Design Case Study

Introduction In 2016, Team 218 Web Services partnered with Vettes On The River (VOTR), a nonprofit organization, to create a dynamic, user-friendly website aimed at engaging Corvette enthusiasts and supporting local Vietnam veterans groups. The website played a...

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