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The Systems, Strategy, and Mindset Behind a Profitable Web Design Business

The Systems, Strategy, and Mindset Behind a Profitable Web Design Business

In this episode of Breakdown: A Gravity Forms Podcast, Laurie Barron shares her evolution from accountant to creative agency owner, revealing how she turned a structured, analytical mindset into the foundation of two thriving WordPress businesses—Pursu Agency and Simply Styled…
November 5, 2025
The SDM Show: Episode 544 Transparency in Your Agency

The SDM Show: Episode 544 Transparency in Your Agency

November 5, 2025
Creative agency building WordPress business websites with essential design and development features
12 Key Essentials for a Successful Business Website

12 Key Essentials for a Successful Business Website

December 10, 2025
Creative agency team designing a mobile-optimized website with exceptional user experience strategies.
Website User Experience 101: Tips to Create a Better Site for Your Audience

Website User Experience 101: Tips to Create a Better Site for Your Audience

July 16, 2025
An expert creative team designing and developing a custom WordPress website tailored for business growth.
The Benefits of Building a Website for Your Business

The Benefits of Building a Website for Your Business

December 15, 2025
How to Develop a Brand Personality that Grows Your Business

How to Develop a Brand Personality that Grows Your Business

November 21, 2025
Polaroids of diverse individuals with unique personalities representing personal brands, contrasted with a cohesive business brand.
Why You Should Disconnect Your Personal Identity From Your Business Brand

Why You Should Disconnect Your Personal Identity From Your Business Brand

July 16, 2025
A business owner frustratedly reviewing business marketing strategies on a laptop, surrounded by notes and planning materials, representing clarity and focus in attracting ideal clients.
90% of Marketing Does NOT Attract the Right Clients

90% of Marketing Does NOT Attract the Right Clients

July 17, 2025
Photo of a branding and marketing plan to help your business succeed and get more sales.
Why People aren’t Buying…(from YOU!)

Why People aren’t Buying…(from YOU!)

October 13, 2025
How to Launch A Rebrand Successfully

How to Launch A Rebrand Successfully

You’ve poured your heart and soul into your rebrand, and now you’re armed with a…
To Use, Or Not To Use, a Website Template for WordPress

To Use, Or Not To Use, a Website Template for WordPress

Using pre-made WordPress website templates may seem appealing, but it often results in several challenges…
Using Lead Captures to Connect with Potential Clients

Using Lead Captures to Connect with Potential Clients

Everyone is online these days and engaging with brands digitally; establishing meaningful connections with potential…
4 Common Marketing Mistakes Small Business Owners Make

4 Common Marketing Mistakes Small Business Owners Make

Are You Making These 4 Common Small Business Marketing Mistakes? Creating a digital marketing strategy…
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs can Help You Read Minds (Sort of…)

Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs can Help You Read Minds (Sort of…)

Today we're going to explore the science of human psychology and the art of marketing!…
What Does Your Website SAY About Your Business?

What Does Your Website SAY About Your Business?

So... Your Website’s Live. Now What? You did it. Woo Hoo! 🎉 🎉 🎉 Your…
Entrepreneurship Lessons I learned from the Ocean

Entrepreneurship Lessons I learned from the Ocean

Reflections from a tired but grateful entrepreneur. I was sitting at the ocean one day…
Go Legal Yourself Podcast with Kelly Bagla and Laurie Barron: How to Stay Motivated and Optimistic as an Entrepreneur

Go Legal Yourself Podcast with Kelly Bagla and Laurie Barron: How to Stay Motivated and Optimistic as an Entrepreneur

I had the pleasure of visiting with Kelly Bagla from Bagla Law who is an…
Is it Time to Redesign Your Website? Take the Quiz!

Is it Time to Redesign Your Website? Take the Quiz!

Hey business owners...how many of you spent lots of cash on a fancy website then…
5 Smart Tips to Maximize Marketing for Small Businesses

5 Smart Tips to Maximize Marketing for Small Businesses

Hey everyone! Laurie here. I recently had the pleasure of speaking with James and Thea…
How to Make Your Cold Lead Strategy More Effective

How to Make Your Cold Lead Strategy More Effective

Mom always taught us not to talk to strangers, but in today's digital age that…
Website Design vs. Website Development: What You Need to Know

Website Design vs. Website Development: What You Need to Know

The Important Difference Between Web Development & Web Design One of the questions graphic designers…