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Your Website Was Redesigned and Rankings Dropped. Here’s What’s Actually Wrong

Your Website Was Redesigned and Rankings Dropped. Here’s What’s Actually Wrong

by Hopewell | Sep 19, 2026 | News

You just launched your new website. It looks great. It loads fast (or at least it feels fast). And then a few weeks in, your calls slow down, your leads drop off, and you start to panic. So you do what most business owners do: you open an incognito tab, type in your...
Do You Need a Website If You Have Social Media? (2026 Guide for Small Businesses)

Do You Need a Website If You Have Social Media? (2026 Guide for Small Businesses)

by Hopewell | Apr 29, 2026 | WordPress Strategy & Insights

Short answer: yes. You do. But let me give you the real answer — the one I give every time this comes up on Reddit, because it comes up constantly. The question usually goes something like this: “My Facebook page has 800 followers and good reviews. My Yelp...
How Much Does a Website Cost for a Portland Small Business? (2026 Guide)

How Much Does a Website Cost for a Portland Small Business? (2026 Guide)

by Hopewell | Mar 6, 2026 | WordPress Strategy & Insights

This is the first question almost every small business owner asks when considering a new website. And honestly? It’s a hard one to answer — because “how much does a website cost?” is a lot like asking “how much does a car cost?” Are you...
10 Red Flags When Hiring a Web Designer in Portland, Oregon

10 Red Flags When Hiring a Web Designer in Portland, Oregon

by Hopewell | Mar 1, 2026 | WordPress Strategy & Insights

Hiring a web designer for your Portland small business is a real investment — and unfortunately, a space where it’s easy to get burned. We hear these stories often: someone pays thousands of dollars, waits months, and ends up with a half-built site, a ghost who...
Is Your Website Actually Converting? 12 Things to Fix Right Now

Is Your Website Actually Converting? 12 Things to Fix Right Now

by Hopewell | Nov 14, 2025 | WordPress Strategy & Insights, Website Growth

Most small business owners think their website needs something flashy to convert better. In reality, conversion comes from clarity, trust, and usability. When your site feels easy to navigate and your messaging is sharp, people take action without hesitation. This...
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