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5 Signs Your Website Needs an Overhaul

Overview Your website might look fine on the surface, but if it isn’t optimized for 2025 standards, it could be costing you business. Highlights • Signs That It’s Time To Update Your Website • Outdated Design • Poor Mobile Experience • Security and Compliance Issues • Your Content Isn’t Converting • Low Search Engine Rankings • FAQ: Can Website Upgrades Hurt Your Rankings? Introduction In 2025, your website will often be the first impression potential customers receive of your business. This means that a clunky, outdated website can drive your visitors away before they even give you a chance. If you’re struggling to rank on Google or just not getting the leads you expect, the issue might be your website itself. In this blog, we’re exploring five signs that it’s time to stop patching up holes and commit to a full upgrade. Signs That It’s Time To Update Your Website 1. Outdated Design Your website is your […]

The Definitive Digital Marketing Checklist

Overview This blog post presents a comprehensive, step-by-step digital marketing checklist designed to help small businesses establish a strong online presence. Highlights • Create a Professional Website • Claim and Optimize Your Google Business Profile • Invest in Local SEO and Publish Fresh, Relevant Content • Build Authoritative Backlinks • Maintain an Active Social Media Presence • Develop a Review and Reputation Management Strategy • Track Your Progress and Adjust Accordingly Introduction Whether you’re a local contractor, boutique owner, or family-run restaurant, digital marketing is the engine that drives growth. When done right, it helps you reach the right customers in the right place at the right time. But here’s the catch: Many small businesses unintentionally leave money on the table by overlooking critical components of their digital strategy. Maybe the website is outdated. Maybe the Google Business Profile is half-complete. Or maybe no one’s monitoring reviews or publishing fresh content. That’s why LinkNow has created this […]

It’s Not SEO vs. PPC—It’s SEO and PPC

Overview This blog highlights how small businesses can achieve the strongest marketing results by pairing long-term organic SEO with targeted, short-term PPC campaigns—leveraging the unique strengths of each to boost visibility, credibility, and sales. Highlights • What Is Organic SEO? • When Should You Focus On SEO? • What Is Pay-Per-Click Advertising? • When Should You Focus On PPC? • Why Smart Businesses Use Both SEO and PPC • Tips for Using SEO and PPC Together • Mini Case Study: The Synergy of SEO Plus PPC Introduction When it comes to digital marketing, we here at LinkNow are firm believers that it’s not a battle between SEO and PPC—it’s a partnership. Smart businesses know that while SEO builds long-term credibility and organic traffic, PPC delivers fast, targeted exposure when timing matters most. This blog breaks down exactly how—and when—to use each strategy and how combining the two unlocks serious business growth. What Is Organic SEO? When small […]

Google vs. Bing: Comparing the Major Search Platforms in 2025

Overview This blog compares Google and Bing in 2025, breaking down their market share, user demographics, SEO factors, and advertising opportunities to help small businesses maximize their online presence. Highlights • Market Share and User Base • Platform Features & Tools • Ranking Factors and SEO Differences • Paid Advertising Opportunities • Bonus Section: The Rise of Alternative Search Methods Introduction In the battle for online search dominance, Google may wear the crown—but Bing is far from a bystander. While most businesses laser-focus on Google, Bing quietly serves a valuable, often overlooked audience that can boost reach and conversions when used strategically. This guide unpacks what sets these platforms apart in 2025, helping small businesses sharpen their marketing game, tap into diverse audiences, and future-proof their online strategy. Market Share and User Base When it comes to search engines, Google reigns supreme—but Bing quietly commands a niche audience that small businesses shouldn’t ignore. Understanding the […]

The Different Types of Google Searches

Overview This blog post breaks down the four main types of Google search intent—navigational, informational, commercial, and transactional—and explains how small businesses can optimize their content strategy to align with each one. Highlights •What Is Search Intent and Why Does It Matter for Small Businesses? •Navigational Searches: Helping Customers Find You •Informational Searches: Educating Your Audience •Commercial Searches: Winning Over Shoppers •Transactional Searches: Capturing Customers Ready To Take Action •How to Identify Which Search Types Your Customers Use Introduction Understanding how people search online is one of the most powerful tools small businesses can use to attract the right customers. Not every Google search means the same thing—some people are ready to buy, others are doing research, and many are just trying to find a specific website. By recognizing the real reason behind a person’s query, businesses can create content that truly matches what the searcher wants and turn clicks […]

LinkNow Case Study: Janitorial Company in Honolulu

In today’s LinkNow Case Study, we’ll be taking a look at a janitorial company in Hawaii that came to us in need of a digital rescue mission. With a lackluster, outdated website and no marketing budget at all, this business was floundering. In one of the most competitive markets for commercial cleaning, they were invisible. Fast-forward one year, and that same business is dominating page one for some of the most competitive keywords in their niche. How’d we do it? Smart strategy, relentless SEO, and a focus on building trust. Here’s how we took them from digital obscurity to the top of Google. No Digital Footprint To Build From When this Honolulu-based janitorial company first approached us in late 2023, their online footprint was virtually nonexistent. No web presence. No rankings. No clear way for potential customers to find them online—even if they were actively searching. In today’s market, […]

Why Organic SEO Is Still the Best Way to Turn Traffic Into Revenue

Overview Organic SEO is the key to long-term online visibility. It helps businesses rank higher in search results and drives conversions over time. By optimizing content, improving site structure, and earning credibility, companies can attract more customers and drive sustainable growth. Highlights •What Is Organic SEO? •A Long-Term Investment With A High Payoff •The Data Speaks: Why Organic SEO Still Wins in 2025 •How Small Businesses Can Maximize Their Organic Growth •Need Help With Organic SEO? LinkNow Can Handle Everything! Introduction Ranking at the top of search results doesn’t happen overnight. Climbing the search results organically takes time, effort, and consistency—but the payoff is worth it. Unlike quick-fix strategies, organic SEO builds lasting visibility, bringing in steady website traffic and high-value customers month after month. Success in organic search is all about earning trust. Search engines reward businesses that prove their credibility, and that process doesn’t happen instantly. But once […]

LinkNow Case Study: Massage Therapist in Orlando

In the competitive wellness industry, standing out online is crucial for attracting new clients. In 2018, an Orlando-based massage therapist partnered with LinkNow to enhance their online visibility. At the time, their website had minimal presence, ranking for fewer than 30 keywords in Google’s top 50. Fast forward to 2025, and they now dominate search rankings, holding the #1 position for many of their primary services. In this case study, we’ll explore the challenges they faced, the strategies we implemented, and the results they achieved. Minimal Online Presence The client’s basic website lacked search engine optimization. It had limited service pages, no blog content, and did not provide an engaging user experience. Without a strong online presence, potential clients searching for massage therapy services in Orlando found competitors instead. Low Search Engine Rankings With fewer than 30 keywords ranking within Google’s top 50, the website struggled to appear in […]

We Wrote the Book on Small Business SEO

Introducing a Small Business Owner’s Handbook for Online Success Overview Small business owners manage a wide range of responsibilities, from early planning to bringing their business ideas to life. As a company that started small, LinkNow Media understands the effort you put in every day. We also know that when reliable answers are available and trusted industry advice is within reach, there’s no need to approach things the hard way. Our book, The Ultimate Guide To Marketing Online, makes it possible to wade through all the conflicting information you’ve seen and heard about online marketing and master the fundamentals of search engine optimization (SEO). We’re excited to give you a sneak peek at what you can expect to learn from it in this blog. Introduction Our book provides straightforward answers to your key questions about building a website for your brand. It explains how to use SEO to your advantage […]

How To Create More Leads for Your Pest Control Business

Overview The fundamentals of running a business once focused on setting up shop and maintaining smooth operations. Today’s digital world and competitive markets demand a new foundation that necessitates the generation and steady flow of quality leads to keep business thriving. In the pest control industry, having a solid lead generation strategy is essential. This guide explores proven methods to boost lead flow. With LinkNow Media’s digital marketing expertise, you’ll gain tools to ensure a dependable source of new clients. Introduction For pest control companies, generating a steady stream of quality leads is an absolute must for business growth and a consistent schedule of appointments. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to boost your numbers, mastering lead generation can transform your company from getting just a few inquiry calls daily to having your phones ringing off the hook. But running a pest control business is demanding enough—who has […]

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