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Why Having Your Own Website is More Important Than Ever (Even If You’re on Social Media)

It’s 2025, and you’d be hard pressed to find a business that isn’t on social media. Whether it’s Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, or LinkedIn, having a social presence is almost expected. But here’s a truth bomb: social media alone just isn’t enough. If you’re running your business purely from your Facebook page or Insta profile, you might be missing out on the chance to really connect,...
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How our costs have increased over the past couple of years (covering 2023 and 2024)

As the 2025/26 financial year kicks in we've been taking a look at how much our costs have increased over the past couple of year, and there were a few surprises we'd like to share with you to help you understand us, and what we do, a little better. Lets take a look at how some of the basics have increased in price over the past couple of years People & Places How much have our costs related...
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How SEO benefits builders, and gardening businesses

Hello there! Today we're diving into the not-so-mysterious world of SEO and how it boosts businesses like builders and gardening businesses. Have you ever wondered how your competitor is raking in customers while you're waiting for the phone to ring? 📞 Well, I might have the answer, and it's simpler than you think! This article explores the magic wand that is Search Engine Optimization (SEO),...
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Google Says the Disavow Tool Isn’t for Routine Use

Here’s What You Need to Know If you’re regularly disavowing links as part of your SEO maintenance checklist – Google says you might be wasting your time. At the recent Search Central Live event in New York, Google’s John Mueller clarified the role of the Disavow Tool during a Q&A session, and his comments might surprise some in the SEO community. In short: for most website owners, the...
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Tea Break Read – Respect Our Feathered Friends: Protecting Wild Birds This Spring and Beyond

As the days grow longer and the air fills with birdsong, it's clear that spring has arrived—a crucial time for our wild birds. Nesting season is one of the busiest and most vulnerable periods for birdlife across the UK. Here at O'Brien Media, we want to highlight the importance of treading carefully and respecting nature, not just now but throughout the year. Understanding Legal Protections The...
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Why We Use WordPress and Elementor to Build Small Business Websites

At O'Brien Media, we specialise in building websites that not only look fantastic but also empower our clients to take control of their online presence. For most of the websites we create for small businesses, we use WordPress combined with the powerful Elementor visual editor. This combo gives our customers the freedom to manage and grow their websites without needing to call a developer every...
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