In this second module of the ‘Starting your Business’ course run by the Open Polytechnic the subject of self analysis is covered; the somewhat delicate task of putting yourself, as the business owner, in front of a mirror and figuring…
My domain DNS records aren’t working
If you’ve purchased a cheap domain from us and added your own custom DNS records – for example, to connect to another hosting service, Shopify, Squarespace or Wix – then check you are using the nameservers shown below: ns1.secureparkme.com ns2.secureparkme.com…
Google Ads – 5 things you should be checking regularly
Our Google Ads starter package helps you to get off to a good start with advertising on Google. Having a qualified Google Ad’s expert set up your account can help you avoid costly mistakes and optimise your campaigns to get…
Starting your Business: Business planning (Module 1)
Welcome to the first article in a series based on the “Starting your business” course (CSB401) offered by the Open Polytechnic. I will be reviewing each module as I progress through the course, giving you the key points, an overall…
How to list your ecommerce products on Google for free
Google Ads are effective but they can be expensive, and if you’re on a tight budget (pssst you’re in the right place to score a very affordable ecommerce website) then this might be a great option to give your product…
How much should you pay for website hosting?
If you’ve looked into getting a website for your business, you’ve probably heard the phrase “hosting” or “website hosting”. What does it mean, do you need it and how much should you pay for website hosting? Where can I find…
What do I do if my website goes down?
It can be easy to panic if you discover your website is not loading. You instantly worry that thousands of people all of a sudden aren’t able to access your website, and you’re losing $$$. You worry about the damage…
Is it time to update your WordPress theme?
WordPress is the perfect option for your affordable website, and is very capable in adapting to the changing needs of your growing business. However, like all websites, it needs maintenance from time to time. If it’s been a few years…
3 Ways to Build Trust Online (and why it’s so important)
There’s an old saying that there are only two things you need to be successful online – trust and desire. Now it’s not too difficult to generate desire – we see it all the time on social media, influencers serving…