In 2019, a well-established glass repair company based in Texas approached us with a clear goal: to enhance their online visibility and attract more customers through digital channels. Specializing in high-quality glass shower doors and elegant patterned glass solutions, this company was known regionally for its industry awards and exceptional craftsmanship, and now they wanted their online presence to reflect their real-world reputation. Over several years of partnership with LinkNow, this glass repair company drastically expanded its digital footprint. It also experienced substantial growth in business operations, opening two new locations and dominating multiple local markets simultaneously. This case study will walk you through the specific challenges faced, the strategies employed to overcome them, the impressive results achieved, and the key lessons small businesses can take away from their journey. Building on an Already Successful Foundation The first major hurdle was that this company’s original web presence simply didn’t […]
LinkNow Case Study: Moving Company in New Jersey
Growing an established business in a competitive market isn’t easy, especially when your competition is just a click away. In late 2021, a New Jersey-based moving company came to LinkNow with a clear goal: they wanted more. This case study takes a closer look at how a strategic combination of a refreshed website, smart SEO, proactive lead management, and a commitment to long-term growth helped them rise to the top of the search results. Established (But Stuck) in a Competitive Market When this New Jersey-based moving company came to us in late 2021, they weren’t starting from scratch. Their business had a modest online presence, with some visibility on Google and a few leads trickling in. However, they were operating in an ultra-competitive space where “good enough” simply wasn’t going to cut it. With fewer than 200 keywords ranking in Google’s top 50, they were barely scratching the surface […]
How Creating a Customer Persona Can Benefit Your Small Business
Overview A customer persona is a fictional profile based on real data that helps businesses understand and reach their ideal customers. This blog explains how to create personas and use them to make smarter, more effective marketing decisions. Highlights •What Is a Customer Persona? •How Does a Customer Persona Benefit Your Business? •How To Create a Customer Persona •How To Use Customer Personas in Your Marketing Strategy •Can Customer Personas Help Even if You Work With a Marketing Company? •Start Making Smarter Marketing Moves Now Introduction Understanding who you’re trying to reach is the foundation of effective marketing. Creating a customer persona brings that understanding to life by turning data into a relatable, detailed snapshot of your ideal buyer. Instead of speaking to a crowd, you’ll know exactly who you’re talking to. This blog will show you how to develop and implement customer personas to sharpen your strategy, improve engagement, […]
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, […]
Privacy, Security, and Accessibility: What Every Small Business Needs To Know
Overview Meeting privacy, security, and accessibility standards is now a requirement—not a choice—for small businesses online. Falling short can lead to fines, legal action, and a loss of customer trust. This guide breaks down the core areas small business owners need to understand to operate safely and credibly online. It covers privacy laws in both the United States and Canada, Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) encryption, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility, cookie policies, and practical steps to keep your website compliant. Highlights • Why Compliance and Security Should Be a Priority • Key Terms Every Business Owner Should Know • How Small Businesses Collect and Use Data • Major U.S. Privacy Laws and Associated Considerations • Canadian Privacy Laws and Accessibility Guidelines • Cookie Banners and Policy Requirements • ADA Compliance and Website Accessibility • What Happens if You Don’t Comply • How To Build a Compliant and Secure Website • Ongoing Compliance Is a Business Essential • LinkNow Security Bundle […]
What Is UX and Why Does Building Your Web Platform Around It Matter?
Overview By now, you’ve heard the word “user experience” or “UX” repeatedly, and you know websites that center around it are stepping ahead of their competitors in major search engine results pages (SERPs), like Google, for example. Now, you need to know what UX is, what it looks like, why it works, and how to put it into practice and apply it to your site. The UX developers and search engine optimization (SEO) specialists at LinkNow have our ears to the ground. We know you want a straightforward guide explaining the fundamentals of building a rewarding user experience into your web platform, so we’ve created the following blog. Don’t spend time wading through walls of information when we’ve broken it all down right here. Highlights •What Is UX Website Design? •How To Build a UX-Optimized Website •An Overview of SEO •How SEO and UX Principles Work Together? •How Do You […]
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 […]
What Questions Should You Ask Before Buying a Website?
Buying a website is a major investment, and it’s not a decision you want to rush into. Like buying a house or a car, you must do your due diligence. Asking questions is critical because it helps you uncover any hidden issues and assess the site’s true value. In this guide, we’ll delve into the key questions you should ask before taking the plunge into buying a new website. What Are Common Risks When Acquiring an Existing Website? The last thing you want is to invest your hard-earned money in a website, only to realize that it’s not what you thought. Below are some common risks associated with buying a website: •Overvaluation: The website may be priced higher than its actual worth, often due to inflated traffic or revenue claims. •Legal problems: You may run into intellectual property disputes, especially if the website uses unlicensed content or trademarks. •Revenue […]
How Much Should a Website Cost?
Whether you’re launching a new business or rebranding, one of the first things you should consider is how much your website should cost. However, balancing your budget with the website you need can be challenging. It’s also often hard to know what you’re actually paying for and whether you’re truly getting the best value for your money. Website development costs can vary greatly, depending on factors like design complexity, functionality, the content management system (CMS) used, hosting plans, and ongoing maintenance. We understand this can be overwhelming. To make things simpler, we’ve created this guide to break down website costs across different tiers, from simple websites to advanced e-commerce platforms. What Factors Influence the Cost of a Website? Before diving into the numbers, it’s essential to understand the key factors that influence the overall cost. While most hosting providers and digital media companies offer base pricing, the final cost […]