June 15, 2026

Differentiation At Every Level, Part 4: Content

Content.   You’ve likely heard this word used quite a bit if you’ve done any digital marketing for your small business in the last 15-20 years. […]
June 8, 2026

Differentiation At Every Level, Part 3: Identity

The past few weeks I’ve gone over a few different areas of differentiation — things that can create separation between your small business and others with […]
June 1, 2026

Differentiation At Every Level, Part 2: Services & Products

A few weeks ago I mentioned how differentiation for many small businesses starts with their origin story – it’s often the driving force or catalyst for […]
May 18, 2026

Differentiation At Every Level, Part 1: Why Your Small Business Exists

A few weeks ago I wrote about catalysts: the sparks that drive peaks in demand for the products and services you offer with your small business. […]
May 11, 2026

Closing The Leaks: Avoiding Opportunity “Leaks” Generated By Your Digital Marketing

Every opportunity that comes through your digital marketing has the potential to contribute to your sustainable growth.   This is why every…   …missed call…   […]
May 4, 2026

What Is The Best Website For Small Businesses?

Websites come in all shapes and sizes – even more so in 2026.     From different, flexible, feature-rich platforms like WordPress and Drupal to old-school […]
April 27, 2026

The Digital Feedback Loop: Understanding How Reviews, Images, Videos & Content Shape Your Online Representation

Feedback loops are a vital part of the digital ecosystem for small businesses.   If you’ve subscribed or purchased anything from a business or brand through […]
April 20, 2026

What Does Growth Look Like To You?

Growing or busy?   For many of my clients growth means sustainable growth – a longer term plan built to last, improving over time and each […]
April 13, 2026

Systems Delta Revisited: How Are Your Systems Developing?

Chaos.   Every business fights against the forces of chaos and in uncertain conditions, small businesses can feel the brunt of that chaos – especially without […]
April 6, 2026

What’s The Catalyst For Your Small Business Services Or Products?

The inciting incident.   You might have heard this term used in different contexts – perhaps in a book or movie when the main character or […]