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Maine Web Design

Building a Small Business Website Step-by-Step: A Guide for New Maine Business Owners

A Maine business owner building a small business website.

I promise: building a small business website doesn’t need to be as complicated as it feels. Building a small business website might sound intimidating, but once you see it broken down, it’ll finally start to make sense (and actually work). If you’re starting a business in Maine and wondering where to even begin with your […]

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Maine Web Design

Do I Need a Website for My Business? A Guide for New Maine Business Owners

Alexis Jacobson, owner of A. Jacobson Strategy & Design, creates a website for a new Maine business.

Let’s go ahead and say the quiet part out loud: social media feels easier, cheaper, and faster than building a website. If you’ve been wondering do I need a website for my business or if Instagram, Facebook, or word-of-mouth is “good enough for now,” here’s the real story. Short answer?Most Maine businesses do need a […]

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Maine Web Design

How to Choose a Website Designer in Maine for Small Businesses

Alexis Jacobson, owner of A. Jacobson Strategy & Design, crafts a website for a small Maine business.

I promise: choosing a website designer in Maine doesn’t need to be as complicated as it feels. Hiring a website designer might sound intimidating, but once you see it broken down, it’ll finally start to make sense (and actually work). Whether you’re a plumber, accountant, childcare provider, cleaning business owner, or storefront operator in Maine, […]

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Business Strategy

The Web Design Mistakes That Are Costing You Clients

Alexis Jacobson, web designer for small Maine businesses, sits in a directors chair.

Your website should be working for you, not against you. But if you’re struggling to attract and convert cYour website should be working for you — bringing in inquiries, building trust, and helping potential clients take the next step. But if your site isn’t attracting or converting the right people, there’s a good chance a […]

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Business Strategy

What Do You Need for a Website? The Foundations Every Small Business Should Have First

Your website isn’t just an online placeholder — it’s the digital home of your business. It should attract the right clients, build trust quickly, and make it easy for people to take the next step with you. But before you jump into colors, templates, or design decisions, there’s an important question to answer: what do […]

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