Welcome to the O’Brien Media Insider – Your Go-To for Digital Insights and Business Know-How
The O’Brien Media Insider is your behind-the-scenes look at all things digital, creative, and business-focused. From web design trends and SEO tips to small business insights and local Swindon highlights, our blog covers a bit of everything – just like we do at O’Brien Media.
Whether you’re a client, collaborator, or curious visitor, this is the place to catch up on the latest from our team, explore practical advice, and get inspired to grow your digital presence. Dive in and see what’s new!
At O’Brien Media, we get it: great content is the key to SEO success. Google’s own John Mueller and Martin Splitt recently shared some awesome tips on creating content that works for both your readers and your business. Here’s how you can use their insights on your site.
Explore the pros and cons of allowing or blocking AI training on your website. Discover O’Brien Media’s AI Access Control service to protect or enable your content.
Providing our customers with a safe server environment is core to the O’Brien Media mission, which is why we’ve decided to enhance our anti-malware defences by integrating MonarX into our website hosting services.
WooCommerce 10.0 is now available, delivering major enhancements in accessibility, marketing flexibility and performance. While these improvements promise a smoother shopping experience and richer storefront capabilities, upgrading a live store without proper checks can lead to broken layouts, plugin conflicts or even downtime.
One of the most common questions we hear at O’Brien Media is: “How long will it take for SEO to start working?” In a recent Q&A session, Google’s own experts John Mueller and Martin Splitt explained why timelines can vary so much, and how you can set realistic expectations for your SEO investment.
At O’Brien Media, we stay ahead of social media trends so you don’t have to. Whether you need help crafting a mobile-optimised content plan for Threads, or a robust social strategy that spans X, Instagram and beyond.
These days, running a small business means you’re constantly under threat from cyber-attacks—whether it’s a dodgy email trying to steal passwords or ransomware locking down your files. That’s where Bitdefender comes in, offering enterprise-grade security that’s built to fit smaller teams and tighter budgets.
Discover why every startup needs a professional website to build credibility, drive growth, and complement social media marketing. Learn why free website builders can harm your brand reputation and how investing in a bespoke website can set your business up for long-term success.
One of the most common questions we get asked at O’Brien Media is “How much does it cost to have a website designed?” – and it’s a great question!
If you’re worried about how the June 2025 update might impact you—or just want to strengthen your SEO for the future—get in touch with us today. Let’s make sure your website stays in Google’s good books and continues to attract the customers you need.
