Testimonial: Inspired Action Living

Testimonial - Jennifer B.“I don’t believe in coincidences. I say this because it was perfect timing as always meeting Debbie and enlisting her help in our website project. My concern when talking to others about website assistance was that it would take, more time than I had, to convey to them the feeling and spirit of what I was looking for in my message. Debbie turned out to be a wonderful conduit for that.

Working with her was genuinely refreshing. She was knowledgeable, professional and authentic. While putting the technical pieces together, she always kept my vision and message intact. She has a great eye for adding little graphic touches that enhances the overall impression. I also loved that throughout the process she conveyed her marketing ideas for the latest trends happening online and what would serve us in the future. This, I appreciated very much, as it is often difficult to keep all this in mind while engaged in the unending details of running and building a business.

I would highly recommend her services and insight to anyone looking to create a quality online presence, while keeping their personal vision, integrity, and lofty ideas open to grow in to the future.

Working with her is a personal and business decision we made that we’re very proud of!”

Jennifer Becker
Inspired Action Living
Phone: (503) 332-1784

Web Design: www.inspiredactionliving.com
May 2013

The True Cost of Website Design

Web Design – or – Website Marketing Development?

Website Marketing PlanI’m often asked what it costs to have a website developed and built. It’s a fair question, but also a very broad one. It’s easy to associate the cost of website design and development to marketing – that this is just a tool you will use to drive prospects to your products or services.

But a website is more than just another marketing tool. It’s a part of the company the same as your brick and mortar location or any one of your products. [Read more...]

The Missed Opportunities of Online Business Listings

Missed Directory Listing Opportunities:

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But, when it comes to how they will do this, most small businesses don’t know where to start. Technology and the value of high rankings online have become a regular concern for nearly 85% of small business owners according to a recent survey, [Read more...]

Responsive Websites Done Right


What Is Responsive Web Design?

Responsive web design work in Portland.Responsive web design is a phrase you see being thrown around a lot these days, but what does it really mean? Why is it so important and what kind of impact can it have for your website if implemented properly?

In short, a responsive web design is one that automatically adjusts various components based on the size and type of device being used by the visitor. Meaning someone viewing your website on a desktop computer will see and experience the same website that someone using an iPhone or iPad will. [Read more...]

Web Design Trends In 2013

Seven Web Design Trends of 2013

2012 Web design trends saw a lot of changes in the way people access websites and what they expect from a design. New technology emerged as well, giving designers more powerful tools to create unique and beautiful sites.

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Web Design Trends in 2012

Eight web design trends of 2012

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How the web looks changes about as often (and to the same extremes) as hairstyles, clothing and the gaudiness of a pair of shoes. So, let’s take a look back at which trends made 2012 unique and how they might continue (or not) into the future.

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Major WordPress Update Around the Corner

WordPress 3.5 is nearly here.

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I attended an informational meeting a couple days ago and got a first look at some of the admittedly impressive new features on the way in WordPress 3.5, due out December 5th, 2012. Here’s a quick look at what’s on the way: [Read more...]

Is There a Soft Spot in Your Business Website?

Have you ever noticed how, anywhere that there is an orderly line set up for people to follow, it will almost always slowly disintegrate into chaos? If you spend enough time at an airport, entrance to an arena, or even the front of the fast food restaurant, you’ll see what I’m talking about: It’s just hard to keep a group of individuals from moving in a straight line from one point to another.

The same thing happens on your business website, except to a much higher degree. [Read more...]

Who Are You Writing SEO Content For?

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That might seem like an acceptable trade to make, but it can be the quickest way to kill your search engine optimization campaign. To understand why, you have to consider two important facts: [Read more...]

E-commerce & Internet Piracy

E-commerce Internet Piracy3 Lessons in E-commerce From Internet Piracy: It might seem strange to think that the owners of online stores can learn anything from Internet piracy, a trend that so many in both business and government are trying hard to shut down. But, believe it or not, the fact that so many people think nothing of downloading things like movies and music illegally has lessons for anyone involved in e-commerce.

Here are three e-commerce lessons from Internet Piracy: [Read more...]