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Did you know that over 60% of web traffic comes from mobile devices? Additionally, over 9 out of 10 internet users access the internet using a mobile phone. Therefore, optimizing your website for these types of users is crucial. Mobile-friendly or responsive web design is the de facto standard now. It offers an excellent solution with its ability to adapt a website’s content, layout, and functionality across any screen size. Implementing this type of design using the Joomla! CMS (Joomla) system allows your website numerous advantages. These include improved user experience, enhanced search engine optimization performance, and increased accessibility for viewers in different countries and cultures.
In this blog post, we’ll discuss how adopting responsive web design built with the Joomla! CMS can help mobile users access high-quality small business and private school websites that perform well on their devices.
Written By: Chad J. Treadway | April 08, 2024
Chad is our Chief Smarketing Officer. He will help you survey your small business needs, educating you on your options before suggesting any solution. Chad is passionate about rural marketing in the United States and North Carolina. He also has several certifications through HubSpot to better assist you with your internet and inbound marketing.
Having an online presence through a well-designed website is mission-critical for modern businesses aiming to reach new audiences and drive revenue in our digital age. Studies show that over half of small business owners fail to leverage websites despite their power to boost visibility; instead, they use social media pages.
As we’ll explore through 8 key benefits, an optimized website designed with users and revenue in mind can become the backbone of a thriving business in today’s landscape. Creating one better position for brands to discover new markets, convert leads, keep customers informed, and sustain growth for the long term.
Are you struggling to attract new customers and grow your small business? In today’s digital world, a well-designed website is no longer optional - it’s essential.
Studies show over half of small business owners don’t have websites, missing out on a powerful tool to reach new audiences and boost revenue. But don’t worry; it’s never too late to jump on board!
Here are eight reasons why your business needs a website (and how it can help you stand out!):
Written By: Chad J. Treadway | March 18, 2024
Chad is our Chief Smarketing Officer. He will help you survey your small business needs, educating you on your options before suggesting any solution. Chad is passionate about rural marketing in the United States and North Carolina. He also has several certifications through HubSpot to better assist you with your internet and inbound marketing.
Memes have become an essential part of internet culture and marketing. 94% of marketers have used memes in their campaigns, and 78% agree that memes improve social media engagement (Source: HubSpot).
However, with great marketing power comes great legal responsibility. Using memes without proper rights or attribution can put your business at risk. This post will explore how small businesses can tap into trending memes legally and strategically.
Written By: Hannah Kilpatrick | February 27, 2024
Hannah Kilpatrick Cube Creative DesignHannah Kilpatrick graduated from Western Carolina University in 2021 with a Bachelor of Science in Communication with a Minor in Marketing and a Concentration in Public Relations. She has been around social media since its creation. (Meaning, she was in the first grade when Facebook became available to the general public.) As our very own professional Gen-Z, Hannah is a whiz when it comes to social media creation and paid advertising.
In a bold and innovative move, Nickelodeon shattered traditional boundaries by offering a kid-friendly broadcast of the Super Bowl, captivating audiences of all ages and solidifying its status as a marketing visionary. The brainchild behind this ingenious concept deserves accolades and promotion for orchestrating an unforgettable viewing experience that seamlessly blended sports entertainment with beloved animated characters.
Written By: Hannah Kilpatrick | February 15, 2024
Hannah Kilpatrick Cube Creative DesignHannah Kilpatrick graduated from Western Carolina University in 2021 with a Bachelor of Science in Communication with a Minor in Marketing and a Concentration in Public Relations. She has been around social media since its creation. (Meaning, she was in the first grade when Facebook became available to the general public.) As our very own professional Gen-Z, Hannah is a whiz when it comes to social media creation and paid advertising.
As a local small business owner, you understand the value of marketing but may need help knowing where to start on a limited budget. The good news is you can promote your products and services around town without expensive campaigns if you get creative. This article outlines 15 tested tips to market your startup or small business in your hometown for less.
Written By: Chad J. Treadway | January 15, 2024
Chad is our Chief Smarketing Officer. He will help you survey your small business needs, educating you on your options before suggesting any solution. Chad is passionate about rural marketing in the United States and North Carolina. He also has several certifications through HubSpot to better assist you with your internet and inbound marketing.
Strapped for a marketing budget as a fledgling small business starting out or a local shop in need of some help? Don't despair. With a strategic mix of affordable digital tactics and grassroots elbow grease, you can actively promote your brand to the right audiences without breaking the bank. This post arms small business owners like you with actionable tips for maximizing exposure via social media ads, email marketing automation, search optimization, cross promotions, and other cost-effective tricks of the trade.
Written By: Chad J. Treadway | January 08, 2024
Chad is our Chief Smarketing Officer. He will help you survey your small business needs, educating you on your options before suggesting any solution. Chad is passionate about rural marketing in the United States and North Carolina. He also has several certifications through HubSpot to better assist you with your internet and inbound marketing.
Does your small business website design feel stuck in the 2000s? They may feel like this if cluttered with excessive graphics, animations, and text or heavy use of generic stock photos. The worst culprit is the fixed sites that don’t have a responsive design and don't work on mobile devices.
Let's face it: website design trends move fast, so don’t beat yourself up if your site is still using one of the above (except the fixed with, then you should beat yourself up). Visitors may click away out of boredom before truly engaging if your site lacks the latest innovations.
Scroll arrows are a subtle yet critical element that can make or break users' experience. Yes, those tiny directional arrows we barely notice.
Creative scroll arrows don't just point visitors where to go next. These micro navigation elements set the tone for an intuitive, modern, and visually appealing journey.
That's why forward-thinking businesses and organizations are tapping designers to craft custom scroll arrows that captivate users across devices. But if you say, “I'm not sure what makes scroll arrows creative” or “how to incorporate them.” Read on as we decode the latest scroll arrow innovations, taking sites to the next level.
Written By: Chad J. Treadway | December 18, 2023
Chad is our Chief Smarketing Officer. He will help you survey your small business needs, educating you on your options before suggesting any solution. Chad is passionate about rural marketing in the United States and North Carolina. He also has several certifications through HubSpot to better assist you with your internet and inbound marketing.
In the complex Search Engine Optimization (SEO) world, one vital yet often misunderstood concept is “link building.” But did you know there’s an ethical, sustainable way to do it? Welcome to the White Hat link-building world - an invaluable practice for small businesses.
Written By: Chad J. Treadway | December 13, 2023
Chad is our Chief Smarketing Officer. He will help you survey your small business needs, educating you on your options before suggesting any solution. Chad is passionate about rural marketing in the United States and North Carolina. He also has several certifications through HubSpot to better assist you with your internet and inbound marketing.
In today’s digitally-driven world, marketing trends may come and go. Still, one strategy remains timeless – evergreen content. This particular type of content serves as the backbone for sustainable online success. By providing genuine, lasting value to your readers, evergreen content continues to drive traffic, generate leads, and engage your audience long after publication.
In this guide, we’ll dive into what makes content evergreen, look at some of the best evergreen content formats, and explore how to optimize this content for maximum impact over the long haul. Let’s get started!
Written By: Adam Bennett | December 11, 2023
Adam is the president and founder of Cube Creative Design and specializes in private school marketing. Since starting the business in 2005, he has created individual relationships with clients in Western North Carolina and across the United States. He places great value on the needs, expectations, and goals of the client.
Do you wonder why old pages tend to show up at the top of some search results even though they are relatively old? Aren’t we told to keep our content fresh to stay on top of search engine results? We in the digital marketing industry refer to these results as evergreen content.
Written By: Chad J. Treadway | December 11, 2023
Chad is our Chief Smarketing Officer. He will help you survey your small business needs, educating you on your options before suggesting any solution. Chad is passionate about rural marketing in the United States and North Carolina. He also has several certifications through HubSpot to better assist you with your internet and inbound marketing.
Facebook is one of the biggest social media platforms for businesses to connect with potential and existing clients. Using Facebook for business provides unlimited opportunities for small businesses who want to improve their return on investment with social media.
This makes it vital to know how to create a Facebook business page to boost your small business's visibility and increase conversions. This article explains how to use Facebook for business and how to run a business page.
Written By: Hannah Kilpatrick | December 06, 2023
Hannah Kilpatrick Cube Creative DesignHannah Kilpatrick graduated from Western Carolina University in 2021 with a Bachelor of Science in Communication with a Minor in Marketing and a Concentration in Public Relations. She has been around social media since its creation. (Meaning, she was in the first grade when Facebook became available to the general public.) As our very own professional Gen-Z, Hannah is a whiz when it comes to social media creation and paid advertising.
Marketing is essential for businesses to increase their brand visibility and client base. Social media marketing can bring your product and message directly to consumers. Understanding how to use social media marketing properly is necessary to get the best return on investment. This article will explain social media marketing, how to choose the appropriate social media platform for your business, and tips for successful social media marketing.
Written By: Hannah Kilpatrick | December 06, 2023
Hannah Kilpatrick Cube Creative DesignHannah Kilpatrick graduated from Western Carolina University in 2021 with a Bachelor of Science in Communication with a Minor in Marketing and a Concentration in Public Relations. She has been around social media since its creation. (Meaning, she was in the first grade when Facebook became available to the general public.) As our very own professional Gen-Z, Hannah is a whiz when it comes to social media creation and paid advertising.
