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Digital marketing insights.

Sales, Marketing, and Business insights from Randy Milanovic, a Buzz Sumo Top 100 Digital Marketing Influencer.

marketer studies and applies UX best practices for website conversions

A Leading Website Design Approach that Boosts Conversions Following UX Best Practices
User Experience (UX) is a critical component in website design, directly influencing conversion rates and bounce rates.
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haunted house generative fill in photoshop to extend image size and look

Will "Original" Generative Images Replace Your Stock Image Subscription?
See that rectangle at the top? That’s my original photo. Well, almost. Check out the original, original photo below. The rest is generative fill. The original image was both extended and redrawn using Photoshop (Beta).
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hubspot website template developer

Unlocking the Power of HubSpot CMS: A Guide to Modern Website Design
This guide focuses on the HTML + HubL approach to template and custom module development in HubSpot's next-gen approach to website deployment.
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selecting a website approach is a considered decision

No-Code Editor vs Custom-Designed HTML Templates: Which is Right for You?
The debate between using no-code editors and custom-designed HTML templates has been around a few years. Both methods have their niches, catering to different audiences with different needs.
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happy surprise by the effectiveness of the website layouts

6 Smart Ways User Experience Makes Conversions Possible
User experience (UX) is a crucial factor to consider when selecting your theme. UX has a direct impact on how visitors interact with your website and can influence important metrics.
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got a theme, became an unhappy marketer

5 Reasons You'll Regret Getting a Theme from the HubSpot Marketplace
While themes from the HubSpot Marketplace can offer a level of convenience, there are 5 circumstances where a theme might not be the best fit for your needs.
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how serious is that 404 error?

Just how serious is that 404 error?
A 404 error is a standard HTTP status code that indicates your web browser was able to communicate with the server, but the server could not find the requested page. Let's take a look at 10 of the more common 404s you could encounter.
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HubSpot website migration expert

Important Considerations for Migrating Your Website to HubSpot CMS
It's not just the website that's getting moved. Your business is being migrated, improved, and optimized...when it's done right. And that's about the best outcome you can achieve from a website migration.
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sometimes the answer isn't

When is the "Answer" not really the solution?
As an amateur photographer, the Arsenal appeared to be just what I'd been hoping for. From the moment I saw that first ad, I was sold. AI-Assisted photography promised to set up my camera perfectly for any shot. Who wouldn't want that?
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we support and advocate for website accessibility

What are Website Accessibility Best Practices in North America?
Website accessibility is ensuring all users can access and enjoy your content, services, and products without undo limitations. The goal is to foster inclusivity and provide a seamless experience for everyone, regardless of their abilities or circumstances.
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web designers discuss user experience

Bye bye pixel perfect. Website design and dev practices have changed.
The introduction of high-performance templates and content modules over the past few years has opened the door to quicker deployment of higher-quality websites.
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ai copywriting assistant

Should I Use Ai-Assisted Writing Tools?
When I'm stuck in a content rut, it can be helpful to get an outside perspective. That usually means engaging a copywriter, briefing them, and awaiting their first draft.
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keep it simple to earn trust

Why keep it simple, smarty?
At Kayak, we believe that trust sells. And, that transparency, clarity, and affinity remove barriers to trust. I also believe that keeping it simple, smarty, creates fertile grounds for trust-building.
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podcast transcript

We can't solve big business problems alone.
We're talking about delivering results through done-with-you services. In other words, shifting from doing the "thing" to setting the strategy with the client, collaborating with them on the decision-making, and sharing responsibility for the execution.
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don't fear publishing pricing on your website

Should I Publish Pricing or Rates on my Website?
You're a business leader who wants to build trust with your customers. But you're not sure whether you should share your prices on your website. You worry that this might scare off customers or give your competitors too much information.
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