June 24, 2019 09:07

7 Crucial Steps for One-Location Small Businesses to Get More Leads

Starting a small business takes a lot of work and sometimes it takes years before the investment really pays off. In the beginning, many small businesses rely on a small staff to handle all aspects of business. In fact, you might have one person handling sales, marketing, accounting and much more. Perhaps the greatest challenge... Read More »

June 20, 2019 09:08

Ready to start your website? Be sure to include these must-have pages

If you’ve spent time on the internet, you’ve probably noticed that many websites have pretty similar structures. However, their navigation may not be entirely clear. When users and bots expect web pages at certain URLs, your site layout and navigation may not accommodate them. By monitoring URLs accessed across many of our websites, Thrive Internet... Read More »

June 18, 2019 09:05

5 brilliant headline tips guaranteed to improve click-through rates

Headlines are the first thing people see when they perform a Google search or visit a website. That’s why it’s so important to get them right. If you want people to hang around for awhile on your site, make sure your headlines pull them in and entice them to stay. What kind of difference can... Read More »

June 14, 2019 09:05

8 Factors of Optimal Website Design

Your website is a tool to sell your products and services. This means your website design needs to be on point if you want it to deliver a return on your investment. What does this entail? Keep reading for eight elements of great website design. 8 Factors of Optimal Website Design Search Engine Optimization-Friendly Pages... Read More »

June 12, 2019 09:00

These proven local SEO tactics help you rank higher on Google

The last time you needed to find a doctor, restaurant, lawyer, auto repair shop or electrician how did you phrase your Google search? If you’re like most of us, you likely used the city you live in to pair with the person you were trying to find. Our Google search queries are often influenced by... Read More »

June 10, 2019 09:00

Meet the Thrivers: Corbin Hubbard

Name/title: Corbin Hubbard / Media Specialist Home office: Arlington, Texas Family and pets: My wife Erika and our dog River Joe Start date at Thrive: July 2018 How did you get started with video production? I fell in love with video production in middle school making short videos with a friend. After that, things escalated... Read More »

June 7, 2019 09:46

The best places to work remotely from in Houston

If you work for a Houston SEO company with a global reach, you’re probably pretty familiar with working remotely. These days, a variety of salaried employees and freelancers alike choose coffee houses and coworking spaces for getting things done. Houston in particular possesses a bevy of great spots for working remotely. Here are just a... Read More »

June 5, 2019 10:23

Why giving back to our community is such a high priority for Thrive

My life almost changed drastically a decade ago. My wife and I thought we were going to be missionaries. We went through a two-year training program and went to Germany to visit where we’d live. We were serious about it, but it just didn’t happen. The doors were eventually closed, and we knew we were... Read More »

June 3, 2019 10:21

5 ways to use social media to build customer relationships

Many consumers today don’t even leave their homes to make everyday purchases. That’s made it even more challenging for businesses to build customer relationships. You no longer get that face-to-face interaction that can be so important in developing trust and brand loyalty. So, where do businesses turn now to build customer relationships? Well, most everyone... Read More »

May 31, 2019 16:07

Happy Web Designer Day! Now, meet Thrive’s top-notch creative team

At Thrive Internet Marketing Agency, we pride ourselves on our collaboration and creativity. No group within Thrive does both better than our Creative Team. You can see some of their creativity through their web design for these happy Thrive clients or through their logo design here. Thrive’s Creative Team is top-notch. Creative Team lead Ted... Read More »

May 30, 2019 09:00

7 simple steps for creating an effective social media strategy

The social media landscape is always changing, but we simplified the process of creating your social media strategy down to seven simple tips — or steps — to be on your way to a successful social campaign! Building a strong social media strategy is imperative for any business today. If you’re not considering it, you’re... Read More »

May 28, 2019 10:40

Meet the Thrivers: Caroline Zeichner

Name: Caroline Zeichner Role at Thrive: SEO Manager Location: Shreveport, Louisiana [originally from Baltimore, MD] Family (can skip if you want): I have been married to my husband, Daniel, for a little over 2 years now! Pets (can skip if you want): My adorable dog Joey and my three cats: Begonia, Nola, and Baby. When... Read More »

May 24, 2019 09:10

Expert advice on how to divide your 2019 digital marketing budget each...

One of the best ways to grow your business is by investing in a digital marketing budget. Really, it’s become a necessity in today’s digital age no matter if you’re selling products or services. As more and more consumers move to online purchases and your customers turn away from traditional shopping, your business has to... Read More »

May 22, 2019 09:44

5 traits of a trustworthy SEO company

Since SEO really started to kick off off in 2006, the number of companies out there has grown exponentially. Also around that time, SEO became mainstream, and every business was told that it’s now a necessity. But unfortunately, there are many SEO companies out there that have no respect for the profession. Their goal is... Read More »

May 20, 2019 13:09

How to stand out in NYC with great PPC services

Tap Into the Power of PPC Marketing in a large market like New York City If you would like to grow your small business faster than you once thought possible, this PPC guide lists five easy tips you can use to help utilize pay-per-click marketing in a way that gets the results you want. Our... Read More »

May 16, 2019 09:01

5 easy ways to make your website more accessible

Stop for a moment and think about yesterday. Picture how much you used your computer to navigate your day. Did you order something you needed online? Did you apply for a job? Did you schedule a doctor’s appointment? Let’s face it, we all rely more and more on websites today than we have at any... Read More »

May 14, 2019 09:53

5 reasons to hire a social media marketing agency

Venturing into the vast land of social media can be daunting for any business and leave you feeling overwhelmed with more questions than answers. What is a Facebook algorithm? There’s a character limit on Twitter posts? Can I post more than pictures on Instagram? What in the world is Snapchat? And those are just surface... Read More »

May 9, 2019 12:51

Optimization strategies for the WordPress Plugin Directory

So, you came looking for optimization strategies for your WordPress plugin listing? You have come to the right place! In this article, we outline advice for WordPress developers on how to properly optimize their WordPress plugin to influence rankings within the WordPress Plugin Directory. How to optimize your WordPress plugin Start with keyword research Keyword research... Read More »

May 7, 2019 09:36

8 Reasons to sell on Walmart Marketplace

If you’ve tried selling products on your own website, you probably know just how limiting it can be. Attracting a sustainable volume of traffic can be labor intensive. You can be sure that there’s a large portion of the market that doesn’t even know about your website and probably never will. One of the best... Read More »

May 5, 2019 08:49

How to stand out with great PPC in a crowded metro like Chicago

If you run a small or midsize company in a major city, you probably have numerous nearby competitors. After all, the Census Bureau reports that Chicago is home to nearly 300,000 businesses! This can make it difficult to stand out in search results, even when you buy pay-per-click ads. Both local firms and nationwide chains... Read More »

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