So, you’re excited to get your business back into the SEO arena… that’s great! However, don’t let that excitement make you miss a crucial step before launching an SEO campaign — complete an SEO Audit first. Forty-seven percent said in a survey that a full SEO audit should be conducted every six months. How often […]

Nearly half of businesses (44%) don’t have a clearly defined marketing strategy. For firms that are active in digital marketing, nearly half do not have a defined digital plan or strategy (47%). No wonder many small businesses are struggling to understand why their online marketing campaigns aren’t delivering an ROI. Successful businesses that are running […]

This is a frequently asked question. It depends on what you are looking to accomplish and the strategy that you have put together. Are you looking for short-term results or are you planning for next year? If immediate short-term results are your aim, then you should choose pay-per-click advertising (PPC). The results can be seen […]

There are many things you can do to get more traffic to your door. One of the things that are surprising is that many local physical businesses don’t have, or don’t think they need local SEO, such as getting listed on major local business listings. Not having some type of online presence is a big […]

Your website is your online shop window. It is the first impression you are giving to your new visitor regarding the credibility of your business. If a customer cannot navigate your website to find what they are looking for, they will have no faith in buying from you. You should want it to provide a […]

Tired of wasting money on print ads, billboards, flyers, and more? Save money, and let our expert, john Smith, show you how to use SEO to gain more customers. SEO stands for Search Engine Optimization and is a powerful resource for expanding your business. SEO allows your business to become visible to those who need […]

Here at Be 1st Online, we want to make sure your business looks irresistible online. Our experts have compiled a list of 4 warning signs that your website might need a total redesign. 1. Your site takes more than 3 seconds to load If your site takes longer than two seconds to load, you can […]

How Better Business Bureau Accreditation Builds Consumer Confidence The Better Business Bureau is a non-profit accrediting organization that gives its stamp of approval when a business meets high standards of quality, responsibility, and trustworthiness. So why is this BBB logo so important? Recent studies have shown that 8 out of 10 consumers recognize the BBB […]

There has been a lot of testing and research done over the past couple of years, and it’s no surprise that more people are using mobile devices to find products or services. The one thing that may or may not come as a surprise is that many businesses haven’t adapted to these changes, or even […]

Online reviews are crucial to managing your reputation, gaining trust and confidence. Trust is a key element to gaining new and keeping customers. Do you remember asking for a friend’s opinion about a product before deciding to buy? Didn’t you become more excited after hearing encouraging feedback? That’s how online reviews work. Let’s take a […]