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Ideas for growing a better business.

Straightforward thoughts on websites, search, advertising, conversion and the things I see helping or holding businesses back.

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Understanding search intent and why it matters

Understanding search intent is crucial for getting value from your website traffic - it's not about how many visitors you get, but whether they're actually looking to buy what you're selling. While a DIY enthusiast searching for "how to fix a leaking tap" might increase your traffic, it's the "emergency plumber near me" searches that actually generate leads.

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Growth Ollie Limpkin Growth Ollie Limpkin

How to choose the best social media platform for your business.

Choosing the right social media platform isn't about being everywhere - it's about being where your customers are looking for services like yours. Each platform has unique strengths: Facebook for service businesses, Instagram for visual content, and LinkedIn for B2B connections. Start with one platform that best matches your business, master it, and focus on what actually brings in local leads.

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Growth, Search Ollie Limpkin Growth, Search Ollie Limpkin

How to setup Google Search Console

If you're running a business website but feeling frustrated about your visibility in Google search results, you're not alone. Here’s how to setup Google very own free Search Console tool where you can track, manage and maintain your presence in Google Search.

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Growth Ollie Limpkin Growth Ollie Limpkin

How to generate leads for sales - A no nonsense Guide for SMEs

You've probably tried various tactics, maybe even thrown money at paid ads, but somehow, the results just aren't getting you the leads you'd hoped for. Well, I've spent years helping businesses just like yours crack this code, and today, I'm going to share everything I know about generating leads that actually convert into sales.

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Growth, Search Ollie Limpkin Growth, Search Ollie Limpkin

A plain-talking guide to SEO for small businesses

Chances are you're a small business owner trying to make sense of all the SEO tools and tech floating around out there. Let's have a real conversation about what actually matters for your business online. No jargon, no complicated tech talk – just straight talk about making your website work harder for you.

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Growth Ollie Limpkin Growth Ollie Limpkin

The no-nonsense guide to Squarespace website audits

If you've been in business for any length of time, you've probably had at least three different SEO "experts" tell you that your website needs an audit. Let’s walk you through what a real, valuable website audit looks like – the kind that actually helps your business grow!

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