WordPress 3.5.1 Recommended

For security reasons and to provide the best experience for your website visitors, I recommend upgrading when all WordPress updates become generally available.  To learn more about the fixes and updates in this release, read about it on the WordPress site.  I have already updated my site with this release and did not experience any problems.

If you are concerned about specific website security issues or want to talk about how to secure your website, feel free to give me a call.

Welcome S&H Granite

I had the pleasure of meeting with Bill and Kyle Streich to see how I could help with their company website.   I proposed a redesigned website with the ability to add new granite slabs or remnants to showcase their current stock.  With a new WordPress site with customized categories, they will be able to add new stock faster than before and present it all in a more visually appealing format.  In addition, I’ve reworked their menu systems so customers can clearly navigate and find what they are looking for.

If you are in the market to upgrade to granite in your kitchen or would like a quote on what it would cost to replace the marble in your bathroom, take a look at their new website.

WordPress 3.4.2 is out. Upgrade Now!

For security reasons and to provide the best experience for your website visitors, I recommend upgrading when all WordPress updates become generally available.  To learn more about the fixes and updates in this release, read about it on the WordPress site.  I have already updated my site with this release and did not experience any problems.

Websites and Online Advertising – Working Together

Web Design acronyms XHTML, CSS,SQL, and PHP

In this digital age new opportunities to partner together are prevalent.  So much can be involved in marketing your business digitally – email newsletters, websites, mobile apps, organic searches (google, yahoo, bing) , and paid advertising on these search engines.  It’s hard for one company to excel in all of these.  That’s why I specialize in a few areas. I am glad to help develop your website or mobile app, and I’ll help you improve your search engine rankings (also called organic searches).  For managing of paid campaigns to advertise on Google and others, Tony Kouri  works diligently to manage your advertising campaigns and get the lowest cost per ad.

Tony called me in late July for an update related to a sale at one of his clients.  Check out their website  where I added scrolling images and an updated layout based on Tony’s design.  So much can be done with Javascript and it’s variants (including jQuery used here) to add some animation to your website and capture your customer’s attention.  These abilities are enhanced every year and are a great way for you to help draw attention to what you want highlighted.  The Browse Shop wanted to highlight their sale on clothing and shoes and this animated slider was a perfect way to accomplish their goal.

It’s not enough to create or update a website to focus on your products or services that you want to highlight.  Customers must also be able to find them.  Focusing on your content (titles and text) and on research can help you fine-tune your message and improve your chances of being found from a web search from a site like google.  Continued refinement will help you improve your search results over time.  If you want to focus on paid advertising, that is where I’d recommend working with a specialist.  One good choice in Wichita Falls is Tony.  I love to collaborate with others to provide the best service and Tony is experienced in helping market businesses and he specializes in search engine advertising. Check out his website to learn more about his experience and services in paid online advertising management.

Back Forty Calendars

Lex Graham is a true artist who has been drawing black and white cartoons for more than forty years as part of The Back Forty Calendars.  I had the pleasure of driving out to their ranch and seeing their work first hand.  And I’m glad they trusted me to design a new website.  My favorite part of their website is his original artwork used as the background.

 

Klasse Homes – What a Great Name!

Steven and Catherine Klasse (pronounced classy) have asked me to rewrite their website.  They build homes here in Wichita Falls, Iowa Park, and Burkburnett.  Steven is personally involved with every home they build, and I’m honored they have chosen me to create a new place to showcase their homes.  Check them out .

Welcome Antique Attic

I had the pleasure of meeting with Michael Morrison on Friday at his antique store on Jacksboro Highway.  To help spread the word about Antique Attic he has asked me to build a website.  Once it’s complete, he’ll also be blogging based on his knowledge of antiques.

If you love to find that rare find or just enjoy browsing for an hour or two, check out Antique Attic at 3910 Jacksboro Highway just south of Midwestern Parkway.

Check Out Mision Control Consulting

John Vasquez is one of the first people I met when I started attending the Chamber of Commerce’s Friday leads groups over a year ago.  He approached my this month and asked that I redesign a new website for him that was affordable and one where he could update the content.  I’m glad to announce his new website is now available!  Check it out and please tell those you know who might be looking for leadership development training.  He also provides training and audits for police departments on Property and Evidence Management based on his background in law enforcement.

Monte J White & Associates website live

The new website for Monte J White & Associates has been launched. It’s been a pleasure working with Monte and his team to provide useful information about legal rights and the services they offer.

Creative Insight of Wichita Falls

Please welcome Creative Insight of Wichita Falls to the web. They provide video and audio services including television commercials, in-house training videos, and home audio and video reproduction. Their one-page website is live and we will continue to build their presence in the days to come.