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In an era where consumers turn to the internet for everything from product research to service recommendations, your website is often the first impression potential customers have of your brand.

How a Well-Designed Website Can Transform Your Small Business

Jenny O'Brien February 08, 2025 0 Comments
For small businesses, having a strong online presence isn’t just a bonus—it’s a necessity. In an era where consumers turn to the internet for everything from product research to service recommendations, your website is often the first impression potential customers have of your brand. But not just any website will do; a well-designed, user-friendly site can be the difference between a...
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Changing providers can seem like a daunting task, but at O’Brien Media, we make the transition as smooth and stress-free as possible.

Seamless Website & Email Migration with O’Brien Media

Jenny O'Brien February 06, 2025 0 Comments
If your current web design agency is no longer offering website hosting or support services, you may be concerned about the future of your website and email. Changing providers can seem like a daunting task, but at O’Brien Media, we make the transition as smooth and stress-free as possible. In most cases, we can migrate your website and email services for free, ensuring minimal to no downtime....
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A Side Hustle Tax or Just Tax Fairness? The January 31st Online Sales Reporting Change

Jenny O'Brien February 01, 2025 0 Comments
As of January 31st, 2024, online marketplaces such as eBay, Vinted, Etsy, and Facebook Marketplace are now required to report seller information to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC). This change, driven by new OECD tax transparency rules, aims to prevent tax evasion by ensuring that people who make significant income through these platforms pay their fair share. However, critics argue this is nothing...
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O’Brien Media, the Go-To Agency for WordPress in Swindon

Jenny O'Brien January 27, 2025 0 Comments
In the competitive world of digital marketing and website design, choosing the right partner to bring your vision to life can make all the difference. If you're based in Swindon or the wider Wiltshire area and looking for expert WordPress services, O’Brien Media is here to help. With years of experience, a passionate team, and a customer-focused approach, we’ve established ourselves as the...
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Why WordPress is a Great Choice for Small Business Websites in 2025

Jenny O'Brien January 24, 2025 0 Comments
When choosing a platform to build your small business website, it’s important to find one that’s flexible, cost-effective, and easy to use. WordPress is one of the world’s most popular website-building platforms, and for good reason. With its powerful features and user-friendly design, WordPress offers everything a small business needs to create a professional online presence. Let’s take...
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Reflecting on 2024: A Year of Growth, Innovation, and Digital Success

Andrei Ghimpu December 31, 2024 0 Comments
As 2024 draws to a close, we’re taking a moment to reflect on everything we’ve shared on the O’Brien Media blog this year. It has been a remarkable twelve months filled with new insights, creative tutorials, success stories, and thought leadership pieces to help businesses of all sizes thrive online. Below, you’ll find a quick overview of the topics we covered, complete with links to some...
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Why Relatability Is the Key to Winning Over Today’s Consumers

Jenny O'Brien December 26, 2024 0 Comments
The world of marketing is always evolving, but one trend is becoming increasingly clear: consumers want brands they can connect with on a personal level. In today’s marketplace, relatability is taking centre stage as one of the most important factors for businesses looking to build strong relationships with their customers. Gone are the days when consumers were solely drawn to businesses that...
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How Custom Landing Pages Can Transform Your Business in 2025

Chris Grant (he/him) December 23, 2024 0 Comments
In today’s digital landscape, having a strong online presence is no longer optional—it’s essential. But when it comes to running effective marketing campaigns, driving leads, or promoting specific services, one element often gets overlooked: the landing page. While websites are fantastic for giving a comprehensive view of your business, landing pages have a unique role to play. They’re...
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Why a Business Website Makes the Perfect Gift for a Budding Entrepreneur

Jenny O'Brien December 14, 2024 0 Comments
The New Year is often a time for fresh starts, big plans, and bold ambitions—especially for those dreaming of launching their own business. If someone close to you is planning to start a business in 2025, why not give them a gift that could set them up for success? A professionally designed business website is the perfect gift to help a friend or relative hit the ground running, and at...
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Celebrating Small Business Saturday UK 2024 with O’Brien Media

Jenny O'Brien December 07, 2024 0 Comments
Happy Small Business Saturday, everyone! 🎉 Here at O’Brien Media, we’re excited to join the millions of people across the UK celebrating and supporting small businesses like ours on this special day, 7th December 2024. As a proud small business based in Swindon, we know firsthand how much of an impact independent businesses can have on their local communities and the wider economy. What is...
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