The lab notebook
Guides
Straight answers about small business websites: what they cost, what they need, and when it's time to rebuild. No jargon, no sales theater.
8 guides · written in plain English
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8 guides and counting.
Comparison
Wix vs. Squarespace vs. a Custom Website: Which Is Right for Your Small Business?
An honest breakdown of DIY builders vs. a custom build: cost, ownership, speed, and SEO.
Guide
7 Signs Your Website Needs a Redesign (2026)
Slow, dated, or not converting? Seven concrete signals it's time to rebuild.
Checklist
The Small Business Website Checklist (2026)
The 8 things every small business site needs to rank, build trust, and convert.
Guide
How Long Does It Take to Build a Small Business Website?
Realistic build timelines by site type, the phases involved, and how to speed it up.
Local SEO
Google Business Profile: The #1 Local SEO Move for Small Businesses
Why a Google Business Profile is the #1 local SEO move, and how to claim and optimize it.
Performance
Why Is My Website So Slow? (And How to Fix It)
The real reasons small business sites load slowly, how to diagnose it, and what to actually fix.
Comparison
WordPress vs. a Custom Website for Small Business (2026)
WordPress or a custom-built site for your small business? An honest look at cost, speed, security, and upkeep.
Guide
Do I Need a Website for My Small Business in 2026?
Almost every small business needs a website in 2026. Here's the honest yes, the few real exceptions, and why.
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