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Are Websites Dead?

By Danielle Iera / August 24, 2025

Do businesses really need a website anymore? Matt “Wolly” Wollersheim, Director of Channel Partnerships at Smack Happy Design, has been in the web game since the late ‘90s and his answer is a resounding yes.

Beg Bounties: The Scam That Almost Sounds Helpful

By Danielle Iera / July 28, 2025

Beg bounties aren’t real vulnerability disclosures. They’re digital guilt trips, dressed in a suit and trying to invoice you.

The Digital Irish Exit: Why a 30-Day Notice Still Matters

By Danielle Iera / June 10, 2025

When you skip the courtesy of leaving notice, there’s a trail of loose ends that someone has to clean up.

Automation Pitfalls in Website Maintenance

By Danielle Iera / May 21, 2025

After our recent episode of Let’s Not Optimize This: Button Pushers Anonymous, we were reminded how automation can truly be a double-edged sword.

Final Destination: Website Edition

By Danielle Iera / May 20, 2025

You know that scene in Final Destination 2 with the logging truck? That’s exactly how it feels watching someone click “enable auto updates” on a WordPress site with no backup, no plan, and no dev on deck.

Your SEO Foundation: 5 (Plus 3) Fixes We Shared on LinkedIn Live

By Danielle Iera / April 16, 2025

Nicole Hanusek, CEO & Founder of Smack Happy Design, and web-designer-turned-WordPress-wizard Heather Bauer sat down for a behind-the-scenes look at how a few quick, cost-effective…

Organic Growth Isn’t Just SEO: 3 Unexpected Ways to Slay the Game

By Danielle Iera / February 17, 2025

Believing organic growth is all about “SEO” is like expecting a single spice to make your entire meal. Yes, it’s important—but it’s only one part of the flavor profile.

Where Do Leads Come From? Try this Foolproof Lead Tracker!

By Danielle Iera / February 7, 2025

If you’re looking to level up your lead tracking, grab our Lead Tracking Template here and get started today.

The Power of 100% Uptime: Why Pressable’s Guarantee Matters

By Nicole Hanusek / August 10, 2023

Unexpected downtime: It’s more than just an inconvenience; it’s the worst. Every second of inactivity can spell lost revenue, disappointed users, and reputational damage. But…

High-Converting Websites: A Powerful Business Lever

By Danielle Iera / June 27, 2023

Your website is not just a digital front for your business; it’s an integral part of your sales process. A high-converting website can serve as a powerful vehicle for propelling your business toward unprecedented success. This article will delve into the manifold benefits a high-converting website can bring to your enterprise, from boosting sales to enhancing customer engagement and beyond.

Every Website Owner Needs a Compliant Privacy Policy

By Danielle Iera / March 24, 2023

If you’re a website owner, you may have heard about the importance of having a privacy policy on your website. But do you know why it’s so crucial? In this post, we’ll explain why every website owner needs one, what it should include, and the consequences of not having one.

Write Your Blog: 4 Great Reasons to Hire a Pro

By Danielle Iera / March 22, 2023

Blogging is a powerful marketing tool that can help your business increase online visibility, establish authority in your industry, and attract potential customers. If you are hesitant to hire someone to write your blog content, this may be for you.