Practical advice on web design, SEO, WordPress, and growing your business online. Written by Kim and Chuck from real project experience, not recycled content.
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...
Iowa Nonprofit Web Design A strong online presence is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. For Iowa nonprofits, a well-designed website can be the difference between thriving and merely surviving. At Team 218 Web Services, we understand the unique challenges that...
Having a website for your Iowa business is a great start, but how can you ensure potential customers actually find it? That's where Search Engine Optimization (SEO) comes in. SEO helps your website rank higher in relevant search results, making it easier for people to...
Start Strong with These Essential SEO Tips for Your New Website Launching a new website is an exciting milestone for any business. But to ensure your site reaches its full potential, it’s crucial to implement a solid SEO strategy from the start. At Team 218, we...
Discover how to elevate your business with our free guide, “ Marketing Tips to Promote Your Product or Service .” This comprehensive resource emphasizes the importance of understanding your audience, defining your Unique Value Proposition, and choosing the right...
The Benefits of an All-Inclusive Web Design Package: What You Should Know A website is more than just an online presence—it’s the face of your business, a critical marketing tool, and a hub for customer engagement. However, designing and maintaining a website can be...
How to Claim Your Google Business Profile for Free! If you own a local business, claiming your Google Business Profile (formerly known as Google My Business) is essential. This change from Google My Business to Google Business Profile reflects Google's ongoing efforts...
Define Your Website Needs: A Complete Guide Before you start to find someone to build your website, it's essential to get crystal clear on your needs. Understanding your website's requirements will streamline the process of hiring someone to build your site. Purpose:...
Staying Ahead of the Curve: Adapting to Google's Dynamic Landscape I can tell you from my personal experience that keeping up with Google's algorithm changes is a full time job - and then some. In 2022, Google introduced a staggering 4,725 changes to its search...
Google just dropped their latest spam update! It's rolling out as we speak and will continue over the next week. This isn't just a minor tweak; we're talking about a serious upgrade to their spam-fighting arsenal. So, why should you care? Well, if you suddenly see...
Who Doesn’t Want to Boost Your SEO? At Team 218 Web Services, we’ve been inundated with spam emails like this lately: Hi, I noticed your website isn’t ranking on the first page of search results. With my expertise, I can change that fast. Would you...
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