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Over the past year, we’ve audited 100+ websites across industries, from startups and service businesses to eCommerce brands and local...
I’ve been doing this for a while now, in fact, my whole life. The key is, what is “this”. Well, if I’m being honest, and I am, it has been being of service to those who paid me. Basically, I...
We've heard the rallying cry from countless entrepreneurs: "I'll just write the content myself." It sounds great in theory. Who knows your business better than you? You save money, and you maintain complete control over the message. The problem? This...
If you run a small or medium-sized business, you’ve probably been told a hundred times that you “need to post more” on social media. Maybe you’ve even blocked off hours each week to plan content, make graphics, or record quick...
The Content Gap Every Business Struggles With We talk to a lot of small business owners about content, and we hear the same thing: “We know we should be posting, but we can never keep up.” It’s not because they...
For small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs), showing up in local search results isn’t just nice to have; it’s critical to survival. Whether you're a landscaping company, dental office, HVAC contractor, or local retailer, if you're not ranking on Google Maps...
When the Wall Street Journal recently profiled “AI-native” companies, it highlighted a new class of businesses that are growing faster, operating leaner, and delivering value in ways legacy firms can’t match. These companies don’t tack AI onto existing systems, they...
When was the last time you bought something online without checking the reviews first? If you are like most people, the answer is almost never. Reviews have become the modern version of word-of-mouth, and for local businesses they are even...
Over the past year, we’ve audited 100+ websites across industries, from startups and service businesses to eCommerce brands and local pros. And while every site is unique, the issues holding them back are shockingly common. At gotcha!, we believe your...
There’s a moment with agents that feels like time bends, when you stop reacting, and start planning. In agentic AI, that shift from “think‑as‑you‑go” to “plan then execute” isn't just stylistic. It’s foundational. For systems that scale, need reliability, transparency,...
I am noticing a growing trend. It used to be that when a friend or family member had a problem or challenge, they would go to someone they trusted and talk it out. That person would offer wisdom, perspective, maybe...
In today’s business world, customers don’t just buy products or services; they buy trust. The way people perceive your brand online directly influences whether they give you a chance, return for a second purchase, or leave for your competitor. The...
Google is still the most powerful channel for small and mid-sized businesses. But showing up on page one is tougher than ever. Between shifting algorithms, AI-driven results, and more competition for local visibility, the rules of ranking have changed. The...
In a world where switching to a competitor is just a few clicks away, customer experience (CX) has become the battleground for SaaS and platform companies. No longer confined to just onboarding or support, customer experience encompasses the entire journey—from...
There’s something oddly poetic about the realization that AI wants to sing. Over the last few months, we’ve released three full-length techno albums, fully AI-generated, conceptually driven, and meticulously curated by us. These aren’t just audio experiments. They’re immersive sonic...
Imagine searching online for a local restaurant. Two options appear: one with hundreds of glowing reviews and another with none. Which one do you choose? Most people wouldn’t think twice. They’d go with the business that’s already proven its credibility...
A Socio-Technical Orchestration Framework for SMB Growth Executive Summary Small businesses are at a crossroads. AI is everywhere, but most tools today are tactical—they create outputs without context, strategy, or continuity. That means SMBs risk running faster but in the...
If you’ve ever had a great business idea but felt overwhelmed by the tech side of things, you’re not alone. For many business owners and startup founders, software development can feel like navigating a maze of coding languages, timelines, and...
Introduction: The AI-Driven Shift in Frontend Development The web is evolving fast, and in 2025, artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer reserved for backend data processing or analytics. Today, AI is front and center in shaping the way users experience...
AI is no longer a future trend. It's today's reality. From content creation to customer service to internal operations, AI tools are reshaping how businesses work. But here’s the catch: most companies are just scratching the surface. They’re using AI,...
Creativity isn’t just for product teams — it’s the secret weapon of high-performing marketers. If your marketing strategy is built solely on data, KPIs, and content calendars, you’re only playing half the game. In today’s crowded digital landscape, design thinking...
If you're thinking micro-moments are some futuristic concept, think again. Every scroll, hover, and location search creates tiny opportunity windows, moments of intent, that define how customers interact with brands online. At gotcha!, we're not waiting for those moments to...
Think about the last website that genuinely captured your attention. Chances are, it wasn’t static text or simple images. It probably involved interactive features: a quiz that revealed your ideal product, a calculator estimating your savings, or perhaps even an...
In today’s fast-paced digital world, customers expect quick turnarounds, high performance, and user-friendly solutions – all delivered yesterday. For business owners investing in custom web applications, CRMs, or SaaS platforms, understanding how software is built is more than a technical...
How Frictionless AI May Quietly Erode Our Minds, Emotions, and Social Fabric TL;DR We're outsourcing thinking to GPT, leading to cognitive decay: prompting replaces reflection, mastery turns into mimicry. Psychologically, it hypervalidates, mimics intimacy, and comforts without growth, fostering fragile...
React has given web developers a rock-solid way to build user interfaces for more than ten years, but its “re-render the whole component” rule can still waste work. When a single piece of state changes, React redraws every JSX node...
Let’s be honest. Your website might look great… but that doesn’t mean it’s doing its job. Too many business owners are sitting on sites that are beautiful but broken. They load slowly. They’re hard to navigate. They aren’t built for...
In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, staying ahead of the curve isn’t just desirable, it's essential. Creative teams, in particular, face unique challenges as technologies, trends, and consumer behaviors shift continuously. At gotcha!, we believe that preparing your creative team...
Let’s get one thing out of the way, AI isn’t here to replace us. It’s here to force us to be more human. And in digital marketing, that’s more relevant than ever. Yes, I write automation pipelines. I build AI...
Think about visiting a website that takes forever to load or jumps around as images and ads appear. Frustrating, right? You’re not alone—Google thinks so too. That's exactly why Google introduced Core Web Vitals, their latest move to prioritize user-friendly...
We live in a world drowning in content, flooded with opinions, and algorithmically manipulated by narratives dressed up as fact. Everywhere you turn, someone’s selling a version of the truth, polished, filtered, repackaged, and optimized for clicks. But if truth...
If you're running ads, posting on social, or doing SEO and still hearing crickets, you're not alone. The problem might not be your traffic. It might be your website. Stop Driving Traffic to a Site That’s Not Ready for It...
Rebranding is tricky. Get it right, and your brand gains a fresh life, renewed excitement, and strengthened market position. Get it wrong, and you risk losing loyal customers, confusing your audience, and creating PR nightmares. As creative professionals, we’ve all...
If you’ve ever built something with AI in mind, you’ve probably touched Python. But here’s what’s often missed: building AI for marketing isn’t just about making a model work in a Jupyter notebook, it’s about engineering a system that performs,...
Picture this: You launch a new page on your website—carefully optimized, loaded with great content, and perfectly designed. At first, the page attracts visitors and ranks well in search results, bringing you steady traffic and customers. But gradually, without you...
Gamma positions itself as an innovative, no-code tool for crafting beautiful digital experiences, but let’s be clear: at its core, Gamma is presentation software. It’s optimized for internal storytelling, pitch decks, and slide-style navigation, not for the complexities of running...
Let’s be honest: you didn’t build a website just to have a digital business card or brochure. You built it because you want results. Leads. Clients. Growth. So, when your site looks good but doesn’t actually do anything? That’s beyond...
Why aesthetics aren’t just pretty, they’re powerful performance tools. In a world where attention spans are shorter than a TikTok loop, great design isn’t a luxury. It’s a conversion engine. Design in marketing isn’t just about looking good, it’s about...
Let’s be real, “AI in marketing” isn’t the future. It’s the present. But what separates average automation from marketing that truly resonates? The answer is personalization. And I’m not talking about surface-level “Hi, {First Name}” personalization. I mean real, deep,...
Imagine partnering with an AI marketing firm that promises revolutionary results, but suddenly your brand’s unique voice is replaced by generic, automated messaging. Scary thought, right? With AI becoming essential in digital marketing, choosing the right company is critical. It’s...
Introducing: The GIA Chronicles An AI-Powered Heroine for a World on the Brink Every era has its defining myth. Ours is digital and chaotic. As small businesses battle to stay relevant in the shadow of algorithmic empires and data-driven manipulation,...
If you're pouring time and money into marketing but not seeing results, you're not alone. Most business owners and marketing teams don’t have a marketing problem, they have a prioritization problem. The truth is, it's not about doing more. It’s...
AI is no longer just a buzzword, it’s now a part of the creative process. From automating design tasks to generating marketing copy, artificial intelligence is reshaping how creative teams work. And for creative directors like us, the question isn’t...
Imagine this: you wake up one morning to discover your personal data was leaked, not by hackers, but by a brand you trusted. Sounds alarming, right? Welcome to the stark reality of today’s digital world, where trust and transparency have...
Introduction I was listening to a business book recently that focused on organizational structure and OKRs. At one point, it mentioned company culture—and then, almost in passing, it touched on people’s career paths. That one line stopped me. I've been...
Introduction When AI first started taking over conversations in the marketing world, I was skeptical. Marketing, at its core, has always been about creativity, originality, and human connection. How could a machine possibly replace the emotional intelligence and intuition that...
In the fast-paced world of web and product design, consistency and scalability are everything. Whether you're designing a marketing site, an enterprise dashboard, or a mobile app, maintaining a cohesive user interface across screens, features, and devices can feel overwhelming....
Our goals are driven by our wants. My whole life, I’ve pursued what I wanted—sometimes succeeding, sometimes failing. When you really think about it, we have so many wants it’s kind of crazy. I want to eat this. I want...
Today’s digital landscape is crowded, noisy, and constantly demanding attention. Consumers are bombarded by thousands of messages daily, yet their attention spans continue to shrink. How do you capture and hold your audience’s interest when they have less patience—and more...
One of the most common challenges I see in marketing is when a business tries to appeal to everyone. It usually comes from a good place. You want to grow. You want more customers. The logic starts with the idea...
We’re living in a digital-first world, and like it or not, your brand’s first impression is almost always happening online. Whether someone discovers you through your website, Instagram, a podcast, or a random Google search, they’re forming opinions fast—like, within...
In 2023 alone, over 10,000 startups launched "AI-powered" tools. But peel back the curtain, and you’ll find that most of them had something in common: they were just wrappers. A polished interface built around an OpenAI or Anthropic API. Useful?...
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve seen companies treat marketing like it lives in its own little world, totally disconnected from sales and business development. They see it as “brand awareness” or something they know they need, something...
In digital marketing, there's a temptation to think purely in numbers: click rates, impressions, conversions. But behind every statistic is a person—a unique individual with their own perceptions, experiences, and biases. Understanding how different demographics respond to your advertising and...
A while ago, I stumbled across a short video shared by a small brand I follow. It wasn’t high-production, it wasn’t scripted—and honestly, it wasn’t even edited that well. But what it was was real. A young woman talking about how...
Let me just start by saying this: marketing is everywhere. Like everywhere. From the clothes you’re wearing right now to the shampoo in your shower to the overpriced snack you impulse-bought at the checkout line. It’s all marketing. And once...
A person can claim to have been in their career for a long time. When I hear this, I think in terms of 20-25 years. But in digital marketing, though the industry technically spans that long, it has undergone seismic...
If you have a website, you’ve probably heard of tools that enhance its capabilities. That’s where g!LocalSEO™ comes in—our powerful tool that takes your site from just existing to actually performing. Whether you want to improve functionality, boost traffic, or...
I’ve been in sales and marketing for as long as I can remember. In a way, we all have. But some of us—me in particular—just developed naturally into it. As soon as I could talk, I was selling. And as...
I recently read Start With Why by Simon Sinek, and it completely shifted my perspective on branding. One of the key takeaways from the book is that people don’t buy what you do; they buy why you do it. The...
The Digital Marketing Gold Rush Lately, it feels like everyone is jumping into digital marketing. Whether it’s people looking for a side hustle, entrepreneurs, influencers, or business owners looking for an easy way to add another revenue stream, starting a...
In the fast-paced and ever-evolving digital world, staying organized is crucial. Between juggling meetings, deadlines, and the ever-present temptation to fall down a YouTube rabbit hole, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. That’s where calendars and lists swoop in like superheroes...
A strong brand strategy can make or break a business. In today’s highly competitive market, brands that stand out are the ones with a well-defined strategy that connects with their audience, differentiates from competitors, and delivers a consistent message. However,...
In the fast-paced, ever-evolving landscape of modern marketing, one principle stands out as a game-changer: stop selling. This may seem counterintuitive. After all, isn’t the entire purpose of marketing to sell products or services? Yes and no. While sales are...
In today's digital age, your website serves as the face of your brand. A visually appealing and user-friendly website not only attracts visitors but also keeps them engaged, ultimately driving conversions and business growth. In this blog post, we'll explore...
In today’s digital-first world, having a website is no longer optional for businesses—it’s a necessity. But simply having a website isn’t enough. To truly succeed, your website needs to be a well-oiled machine designed to convert visitors into leads, and...
The world of web design is evolving faster than ever, driven by emerging technologies that are setting new standards for user interactivity, personalization, and engagement. Innovations in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Augmented Reality (AR), and Virtual Reality (VR) are reshaping what’s...
In today's competitive market, custom branding for small businesses can stand out and build a loyal customer base by creating a brand that reflects their unique identity, values, and services. While branding might seem overwhelming, a well-thought-out brand strategy tailored...
The role of typography in web design, and design in general, is often referred to as the silent hero of web design. While images and layouts often grab our attention first, the choice of typeface, font size, and spacing can...
Web design is a process of creating visually appealing and functional websites that provide a great user experience. In today's digital age, a well-designed website is crucial for businesses, organizations, and individuals looking to establish an online presence. Unlike web...
The Essential Skills that Separate Professional Social Media Managers from Amateurs In today’s digital world, social media plays a critical role in brand growth. Yet, not all social media managers are created equal. There’s a vast difference between amateur marketers...
Nowadays, our smartphones have become an important part of our lives. This is why more and more business owners are looking for ways to reach their customers through mobile. In more recent years, Snapchat has become a widely used app...
As a website owner, your content is one of the most important things in your business. Since this is what your website visitors will be reading, you have to make sure you provide articles that are relevant and of high...
Google continually changes its algorithm to make sure it captures spam websites. Because of this, digital marketers also need to keep improving their knowledge of SEO and other practices to stay relevant and on top of things. One big change...
Instagram has been proven as a useful tool for business owners, especially now that more and more people are using this social media network to connect with their friends. The latest numbers show that Instagram has more than 300 million...
Trends change every so often whether it's in the food, fashion, or any other industry. This is the same case with trends being utilized to improve a website's traffic. Because of this, analysts try to figure out what specific tools and...
As a business owner, you need to make sure your website is seen by your target audience. Especially if you do business locally, you have to do everything you can to have a good rank on a search page. This...
If you're planning to put up a business this year, it's important that you also have some knowledge on how to conduct the business online. Especially with the growth of social media, you need to know how you can make...
Last year, we saw the prevalence of fake news vastly shared via social media. There have been rampant sharing of fake news camouflaged as a legit website. But even if these websites turned out to be fake (or sometimes satire),...
No matter how good your article is, if it's not getting the traffic it deserves, it might as well be buried on the Internet. But how do you make sure that your articles will be read by your target audience?...
Just recently, Instagram introduced its newest feature called Instagram Stories. For everyone who's been using their mobile device for the past few years, they can immediately connect this new feature as something similar to popular app, Snapchat. This is because...
As they all say, content is king! But how do you continue to provide the best content when the demands for content marketing continually change over time? How do you make sure that your content marketing efforts don't go to...
For years, the saying "content is king" has been used online to discuss how important content truly is. As a matter of fact, it has turned into a cliché that people try to use to justify their actions. But at...
For anyone who's ever launched a startup, you already know how difficult it can be to kickstart the business and let other people know about it. Even if you are alone in your line of field, you may be competing...
As a marketer, you have to make sure that the campaigns you launch are hitting your audience. This is how you can measure how effective your campaigns are and whether or not you should be using these campaigns again in...
From time to time, it's important to give things a fresh, new look. No matter what it is, it's important to keep things updated so that it stays in tune with the current trends. This same principle can be applied...
It's been said many times — content is king — and it’s true, but there are still some business owners who don't give importance to the exciting opportunities being provided by content marketing. When it comes to developing a content...
Every business owner knows how important it is to build trust and customer loyalty. The reason behind this is that without customer loyalty, you won't be able to succeed in your business. It is so hard to earn the trust...
Often described as a sign, logo, or name, branding identifies the product or services you sell. Branding your company isn’t as simple as creating a logo, purchasing promotional products, or keeping things afloat on social media platforms. Branding is about...
Having a website to promote your business can be a big help. In most cases, the website serves as the very thing that leads customers to discover a new business and what it is all about. This is why there...
While many business owners are already familiar with the process of creating a brand strategy, few people understand that the same rules can apply while marketing and branding themselves. Whether you're job seeking or hoping to increase your exposure in...
Do you run or help promote a local business? Interested in taking advantage of the latest gaming craze? Pokémon Go is close to topping the number of daily users on Twitter and average time spent on the Facebook app. That’s...
Yep! You can teach an old dog new tricks. Check out the following 5 new marketing trends you haven't considered doing…yet. Videos Specialists predict that by 2017, 70% of online traffic will be videos. Gone are the days of the...
Good copy helps websites attract people and gain new business. No matter how much time or money you invest in your website content or blogs, nothing will ever be more important than the description of your company, in one sentence....
Having your website perform well in the results page of a search can play a vital role on the success of your business. This is why there are a number of companies that invest a lot of money on SEO...
Written by Catherine Marsden With days getting longer, kids home from school, and the backyard grill calling your name, it’s easy to give digital marketing a pass during the summer months. However, this approach can backfire come Labor Day when...
Summer is the perfect time of year to launch a campaign that drives new customers and increases brand loyalty. Get inspired by the following 5 summertime marketing ideas, and give your customers a well deserved break from ho-hum sales. Giveaways-...
Why are we only just starting with human marketing? A freelance marketing and PR consultant spends considerable time analyzing marketing decisions made by businesses and observing how their audience is reacting to them, to come up with a strategy to...
Without a doubt, businesses throughout the world all have one thing in common, and that is to bring in more customers to their establishments. No matter how big or small the business is, it is really important for the owner...
Most businesses already know how important social media is. They are already aware of how crucial having good practice of social media can help lead their business to be better. But there's a problem: not all of them know how...
While many businesses already understand the importance of having a social media strategy, others might argue that social media marketing is a trend without any real return on investment. There's a little bit of truth to both. Take a look...
There's no denying the fact that people use their smartphones so much that they rely on it for the things they need. But apart from individuals, business owners swear that mobile phones have greatly impacted how they conduct their business....
There's no doubt that Facebook plays a huge importance for businesses trying to reach their customers. Considering there is 1.65 billion monthly active users on Facebook, it pays to make use of this social media tool to help a business...
The show must go on. Even if business isn't booming, these 10 daily marketing ideas will keep things moving, while business is in a slump. 1. Pass out business cards- Business cards are practically non-existent anymore, and people really do...
There's a lot of questions about the differences between mobile-friendly vs mobile-optimization vs responsive design for websites. These questions include: What is a mobile-friendly website? What is mobile-optimization? What is responsive design? What are the differences of all of the...
While it’s always wise to hire a SEO professional for guidance in improving search engine rank, you can improve your SEO now with 5 easy tips (and save some cash). This list is for the digital marketing do-it-yourselfer. Keep in...
Let’s get back to the basics. In a world where keyboards have replaced the mighty pen, there’s still a place for email etiquette. Before you shoot off thousands of emails to your contacts or subscriber list, make sure you’re respecting...
An anchor sits at a desk on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, talking with guests about the future of Facebook. The cameras pan and switch between shots, broadcasting in an eye-pleasing wide frame. It would be easy...
There’s shady people all over the world. That doesn’t mean you necessarily want to do business with them. While it’s normal for businesses to operate with the bottom dollar in mind, some will go to great extents to protect themselves...
The following 7 habits that social media marketers should break have deemed themselves ineffective. Whether you’re the voice behind the brand or the owner of a brand new startup, the way you approach and interact with your social media audience...
5 Facts About Digital Marketing That You Never Knew One of the biggest misconceptions people have about social media marketing is that it’s very simple and easy work. These individuals believe that just because they know how to use Facebook...
The following 2016 web design trends will keep you informed of what to expect in the ever-changing tech industry. Author credit: Amber Leigh Turner Design trends often span several years (even decades for some types of design), but Web design...
Many web page owners wonder what the purpose of fresh content is. Fresh can mean a few different things, from a new way of thinking, to something just produced. “Fresh content” is really a combination of both. Here’s a look...
Macy's is my shop. I consistently go in it and find so many amazing deals on the clearance holder. All you have to do is routinely check the actual clearance rack and carbohydrates find jaw-dropping deals. Additionally have fallen back...
Whether you're wondering how to ensure that consumers can find your business online, or need a few tips to boost your company's social media presence, the following advice for digital marketing and social media will serve you and your customers...
The following list of why you should love local businesses serves as a reminder that the little shop down the street, might need a little TLC. You don’t know what you got till it’s gone. Remember that. So instead of...
The internet has largely contributed to how we do things. And because of this, its usage has also vastly changed over time. The technologies used a few years ago may no longer be as useful as they are today. Moreover,...
Our very own Systems Engineer, Bhaskarjyoti Roy (we call him Roy), has published his first book on Amazon, entitled “Mastering CentOS 7 Linux Server.” Roy is an expert in the field, and it’s important that he’s also a teacher. Here...
If a customer rant has you Googling how to deal with a bad Yelp review, you're in the right place. Save face with our tips! 5 Tips for Dealing with a Bad Yelp Review 1. Acknowledge it: Your business is...
Facebook activity has increased regularly, to the point where people use it just about every day. At the end of 2015, Facebook had over 1.5 billion monthly users. Amongst smartphone users, the average amount of time spent on Facebook is...
Mobile shoppers have many desirable and distinct traits, however commitment is not always one of them. How do you keep mobile shoppers loyal when there's so much competition out there in the "cyber" world? The following tips might help you...
Author: Barry Whyte Lists: I love them. Especially at this time of year. So here is one of the many lists I've written in anticipation of 2016. This one is for when a client asks me, "what's going to happen...
Your first meeting is really the only chance you've got to sell your brand, your product, and most importantly-yourself, to prospective clients, employers, and people. Are you making an unforgettable first impression? Are you leading the pack on your own path,...
Author Credit Chris Winn. Chris Winn is a Senior Web Engineer at Creative Market. Creative Market is a platform for handcrafted, mousemade design content from independent creatives around the world. Every developer has a collection of tools that are indispensable...
Special thanks to Sean Smith at Sprout Social for reaching out and sharing their blog post for our readers. It's Friday and I didn't feel like writing anything anyway, so this was helpful. Thanks Sprout. Thumbs up! Author Credit:Jennifer Beese...
Author Credit: Scott Rayden If you’re in client services or sales, you’ve most definitely heard a few prevailing myths about one or another facet of digital marketing. Instead of using a phone call to review numbers or talk case studies,...
The following 4 new ways to trump your competition will give you all the edge you need to entice your prospects to close the sale, and come to the other side. 1. Make Recommendations- When your potential customer informs you...
There's just something about Fridays. Much like Spring Fever or the end of the school year, Fridays hold promise for fun times ahead. The folks at Buffer App must be Friday Fans as well, because according to their latest experiment, recycling...
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Entrepreneurs often make mishaps that can greatly hinder their company's growth. Avoid the following top 5 digital marketing mistakes if you want your strategy (and business) to be a success. 1. Misunderstanding Your Audience- A common mistake, the failure to pinpoint...
While many of us were trying to make sense of Google’s recently announced restructuring, Google once again shook up the world of search. Google scaled back the amount of real estate it provides for featured search results by rolling out...
As a marketer, you know that Facebook is where more of your customers are than any other social media network. And Facebook is constantly adding new features to improve the user experience of Facebook users. Want your followers to see...
Perhaps you're wondering whether or not you need a social media calendar. After all, does anybody really "like" planning and organizing posts? I certainly don't. But I also know how busy I am. And sometimes that business gets in the...
The time has come for the Google mobile friendly algorithm update. We have warned our clients with hopes they would be prepared. Their pages are mobile-friendly. SEO is in check. All mobile devices will operate efficiently. There will be no...
Are you wondering what makes customers love the follow up call? It’s not just that unexpected ring that delights a potential customer during their day. It’s also the emotional aspect of building trust and loyalty with your brand that can...
