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7 Favorite Chrome Extensions
If you use Chrome as your main web browser you HAVE to read this! Are you aware that there are tons of chrome extensions designed to LITERALLY make your life easier? If your answer is no, get ready because we have compiled a list of our 7 favorite chrome...
read moreHow to plan and manage an effective WordPress site for your company
Startups and entrepreneurs are often overwhelmed with the work that goes into expanding their businesses. Sure, you may have an awesome logo and trendy web design, but what solution does your product or service really bring to the table? And how clearly is...
read moreOnline Marketing Checklist
You have amazing marketing content! Now the question is, what do you do with it? We can all agree that a little creativity and marketing basics can go a long way. But in order for a marketing plan to be successful you have to know your audience. That means...
read moreAlways ask for online reviews
Below are 3 tips to ask your customers for online reviews 1. Good old-fashioned newsletter Create an email template specifically for people who have purchased your product or service. This could be as simple as a graphic that says “Leave us a review!” and a link to...
read moreTop 4 reasons to offer Gift Cards for your product/ services
We work with lots of small businesses from a great variety of industries. And it’s always amazing to hear about the number of loyal customers that they accumulate over the years. If you are selling an amazing product or service - why not offer Gift Cards? It’s a...
read moreYour brand is your values
Big Ideas to Brand Your Business Create your brand promise using purpose, authenticity and emotion. When people hear the word “brand,” they often think of a name or a logo. In reality a brand is much more than that: Your brand is your promise to your customer. It is...
read moreSimple Steps To Improve Your Online Presence
Do you think your site is under-performing on Google searches? Would you like to generate more leads and activity? Arise design offers SEO packages that will get your site configured and optimized to attract the people on the web who are...
read more5 Fresh Indoor Garden DIYs to Liven Up Your Office
Step up your office space with these indoor garden DIYs! Bringing a little green into your work space can have some surprising benefits. Aside from adding instant Feng Shui, indoor plants act as natural air purifiers, removing toxins and...
read moreTop 5 Mistakes Made When Hiring a Web Designer
There is no magical formula for a perfect website. In fact, the more unique your site is, the more it stands out from the crowd and speaks to your specific customers. If you want a visually stunning site that will convey your brand message,...
read moreThe “Golden Ratio” of Social Media
Have you heard? There’s a new social media trend in town. The increasingly popular 5:3:2 rule was first introduced by TA McCann from gist.com and is now making waves in the world of content sharing, garnering praise from companies like Heinz...
read moreArise Design Featured on Your San Diego Realty
We were so excited to be interviewed by Carloine Abkar for a feature article in Your San Diego Realty! Check it out: Do you know what happens when two artistic entrepreneurs abound with creativity, vision, and technology know-how? The rise of...
read moreContent Marketing 101
Content marketing is a powerful tool that has the potential to attract and engage your ideal client and leave them wanting more. Here are some key steps you can take to make this strategy effective for your business, from Arise Design's Owner...
read moreReal Rots, Fake Does Not
Right now we are working on a website, logo and brand package for a local Naturopath. I intended to write about this really great project and share what we’re working on. I got on a roll, and this quickly became a post about nutrition and...
read moreHappiness at work. Yes, it’s possible.
Learn about the 5 Core Elements of Happiness at work. Discover how easy it is to experience fulfillment while doing your job. Yes, it’s possible! “What is the worth of anything, but for the happiness ‘twill bring?”
read moreHow to Write Great Web Content
The key to creating great web content is to know your audience and your unique selling proposition – and then with that knowledge, crafting content your users want. Find out how!
read moreHow To Create a Website That Builds Trust
How does anyone decide what to buy? Most customers base their buying choices on trust. Discover powerful ways you can create a website that builds trust in your services.
read moreChoosing the Best Photographs for your Website
They say a picture is worth a 1000 words. If you are responsible for choosing the best pictures for your website, you’re going to want those words to be positive!
read more5 Seconds to Live or Die
I’m afraid we have some bad news for you. There is a very strong chance your website content is bad. It could even be really bad. So bad that when someone comes to your website, after a 5-second scan, they give up and move on.
read moreThe World’s Most Unappealing Color
If you are interested in the psychology of color (like us!), you’ve probably heard about the world’s most unappealing color. For those of you who haven’t… read on. A team of Australian experts, at the behest of their government, spent three...
read moreWhat Do Clients Want?
What do clients want during a design project? To find out, we asked several of our favorite clients to reveal what mattered most to them when they worked with us on a design project. You might be surprised with what we discovered. A few things...
read moreWhy Your Business Card Still Matters
Even though you spend a lot of time texting, emailing, and messaging, your business card is one thing that electronics will not fully replace anytime soon. Business card design matters, and here are 5 reasons why your business card is still...
read moreTen Ways to Keep Your Clients Happy
We love when our clients are happy. We also love when your clients are happy! A big part of making that happen is to treat all clients with consideration and respect… and to give them what they most want. But how do you keep your client happy...
read moreHow to Write a Website Fast Pitch
How to write a website “fast pitch” in 3 easy steps! Web copy is totally different than print copy. Web copy is scanned more often than read. Your web visitors are hunting for information or products, especially when they land on your home...
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