Author Archives: russell

Yay!!! We’re saying goodbye to IE6

As a digital agency, near perfect media will no longer be supporting IE6. It’s time to put the antique browser where it belongs… in the past. Did we say antique?  its more like an bad cold that won’t go away. It was released in August 2001!  Think about that. How old is that in Internet [...]

Copywriting Errors That Can Ruin your Website

No matter how brilliant a website’s design, no matter how elegant its navigation, sooner or later visitors will decide whether to take action because of something they read. In the end, the effectiveness with which a website converts visitors hinges on words. If a new website is going to hit all the right notes, its [...]

Us v’s the Amateurs in 2012

We’ve lost count the amount of times the following statement has been uttered, or variations thereof, when the question of whether a business requires a new website:  “no it’s ok, my best friends neighbour can do websites and is sorting us one out“.  This is usually followed by a call some months later to the [...]

How Effective is Social Media for SEO – Is it all about the Rankings?

There is quite some debate surrounding the extent to which social media activities should currently complement your SEO strategy. According to Marketing Sherpa’s 2010 Social Media Benchmarking Report nearly 70% of marketers believe social media to be effective for improving rankings (scoring it 3 out 5 or higher) but is it purely about the rankings?

Creating Content That Matters

Recently I had the opportunity to do a joint webinar with one of our marketing guys regarding content that provides value to consumers beyond simple awareness. We had an engaging discussion about how to create purposeful content that: • Meets the needs of sales and marketing • Is compelling • Can be created quickly • Can be created cost-effectively [...]

The pitfalls of cheap websites and cowboy web builders.

It can be fun buying a cheap car but when it comes to a website you don’t want an old banger. Contrary to the popular comparison, I think a website is more like a nice jacket (or a new pair of trainers if you are a teenager). It is a constant advert for the sophistication [...]

Reasons Why Branding Is Important In Any Business!

It is no denying that every successful business is grounded on a recognisable, appealing and unique brand. In most cases, successful branding is able to create a consciousness that many people can easily associate a product or service with. Having a unique and recognisable brand, therefore, is the key to the success of any business. [...]

Social Media…Thats kids stuff isnt it?

Social networking marketing is fast becoming a key part of any digital marketing plan. The uptake of social media over the last few years has been phenomenal, changing the way we stay in touch with our friends, colleagues and now, our favorite brands and businesses. There are opportunities for all businesses within the realms of [...]

Choosing the right digital agency

In this day and age people rarely visit offices unless required to do so. Your website is the first impression of your online business and acts as your shop front, so in that regard do not become an upcoming designers test subject. Over the years we have learnt a thing or two from new customers [...]

Common mistakes can sink a business

You can find anything you are looking for on the internet; information, products, services and entertainment. You also find a lot of misinformation and bad advice. When it comes to the optimisation of your website, knowing the difference between good advice and pure myth could be the difference between success and failure. Beginners are exceptionally [...]