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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
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
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
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
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
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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Why Small Businesses Are Rebelling Against Black Friday
Black Friday and Cyber Monday – two of the biggest shopping days of the year – have become synonymous with slashed prices, frenzied shopping, and big-box retailers dominating headlines. But in recent years, a growing number of small businesses have begun to step back from these mega sales events, refusing to participate or even openly rebelling against the trend. If you're a small business...
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UK Online Trends 2024: How Small Businesses Can Use Search and Social Insights to Succeed
The internet is evolving rapidly, and Ofcom’s Online Nation 2024 report is here to show us how. This comprehensive study reveals trends in search behaviour, social media use, and the online habits of UK adults. Whether you're a small business owner or a digital enthusiast, understanding these trends is essential for staying ahead. This blog will break down the key takeaways, offer actionable...
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Budget 2024: Impact on SMEs and Small Business Owners
The recent Budget announcement marked a pivotal moment—an early move by the new Government to outline their vision for progress. But how does it stand up for small businesses? It’s fair to say that the outcome could have been worse for small business owners and SME leaders, but it certainly could have been more supportive too. The Chancellor's address did include some encouraging points, and...
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Creating a Dyslexia-Friendly Workplace: A Guide for Inclusive Communication
In today’s diverse workplace, fostering an environment where everyone is included and empowered is essential. Dyslexia, a common learning difficulty affecting reading, writing, and spelling, is often overlooked in workplace accessibility efforts. By making some simple adjustments, businesses can become more inclusive to individuals with dyslexia, creating a positive impact on overall...
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