In today's digital-first world, parents aren't flipping through the Yellow Pages to find their child's next educational home. According to research, over 9 out of 10 people searching for schools start with popular search engines like Google. When potential families are looking for educational options, they begin their journey with a search, not by directly typing in your school's URL. That first digital impression? It happens before they ever reach your meticulously designed website.
Enter Google Business Profile (GBP) – perhaps the most powerful free marketing tool that too many schools are tragically underutilizing. Think of it as your school's digital front door, standing prominently on Google's virtual main street where nearly 6 billion searches happen daily. Yet, despite this incredible opportunity, many educational institutions treat their GBP as an afterthought, missing a critical chance to showcase their unique offerings when parents are actively seeking options.
This guide will walk you through transforming your Google Business Profile from a basic digital listing into a dynamic marketing powerhouse that attracts prospective families, improves your local search visibility, and ultimately drives enrollment inquiries. Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to optimize your existing profile, these strategies are specifically tailored for K-12 private schools ready to stand out in an increasingly competitive educational marketplace.
Written By: Adam Bennett | Monday, June 16, 2025
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.
Did you know that a lack of technical expertise is one of the biggest things holding small businesses back? According to PayPal’s 2024 Business of Change report, 59% of small business owners say it’s a major barrier to growth. And it shows, nearly half of Canadian online small businesses haven’t grown at all over the past three years.
But here’s the good news: building technical skills doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Yes, it takes some time and effort, but if it’s the one thing standing between you and growth, isn’t it worth exploring?
One of the simplest and most effective ways to start? Link building for small businesses. It helps drive organic traffic, boost your credibility, and improve visibility without blowing your marketing budget. In this article, we’ll explore how link building services for small businesses support growth and share 10 tactics especially tailored to smaller companies.
In today's digital-first education landscape, online events have become essential tools in a private school's marketing arsenal. From virtual open houses to webinars with faculty, these events serve as critical touchpoints in your enrollment funnel. But here's the uncomfortable truth many admission directors don't want to hear: hosting an amazing event means absolutely nothing if nobody shows up.
The stakes are particularly high for private schools, where competition for students continues to intensify. With over 30,000 private schools in the United States enrolling approximately 4.7 million students, standing out requires innovative and strategic marketing efforts. (Source: National Center for Education Statistics [NCES]) Your brilliantly planned virtual event needs equally brilliant promotion to capture attention in an increasingly crowded digital space.
This guide will walk you through developing a comprehensive online event promotion strategy that drives registrations, increases attendance, and ultimately supports your enrollment goals. Because let's face it—empty Zoom rooms are just sad, and nobody has time to create remarkable content that goes unwatched.
Written By: Adam Bennett | Friday, June 13, 2025
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.
Website UX design directly influences web visitors' on-site behavior. It affects bounce rates, time on page, conversion rates, average order value, and even customer loyalty.
Yet, the thing is that targeting specialized niches often involves specific UX challenges. Unlike run-of-the-mill e-commerce and content pages, niche websites require you to go above and beyond in explaining the value of your offer. Plus, it's often crucial that you present your prospects with an enjoyable (and sales-inspiring) browsing experience, especially if your sales cycle runs long.
Fortunately, there are several UX design strategies you can employ to overcome these common UX challenges.
So, if you're looking to design a standout website UX for specialized niches, here's how to do it, along with a few great examples you can take inspiration from.