I love this article by Elegant Themes – https://www.elegantthemes.com/blog/wordpress/reasons-free-websites-are-bad?utm_source=Elegant+Themes&utm_campaign=8df0e35e42-Divi_Monthly&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_c886a2fc0a-8df0e35e42-50578317   Of course there are MANY free themes out there and if you need to save money and have the time, go ahead and give it a try.  But their Reason Number 2 is what I try to explain to my...

Many of us are currently stuck working from home due to government and other stay-at-home requirements / recommendations. . .  Now is a great time to get that online store up and running. 1. Obtain a web host – SiteGround, our favorite WordPress web host is currently offering NEW customers 3 months of web hosting for .99 per month!  They are still reasonable pricing upon renewal! 2. Select a WordPress theme.  There are so many out there...

I have met some potential clients that feel they don’t really need a website.  Many of them are happy with just social media.  I disagree.  Thank you to this Professional Web Developer in Ireland for his excellent explanation. Give this article a read and let me know – Do you think you need a website? https://www.dannylewin.com/blog/do-you-still-need-a-website/  

Collective IT Solutions has worked with numerous WordPress website Hosts, for quite a few years even.  We admit, there are many good hosts out there and you may select yours for various reasons.  But if you are new to WordPress, looking to save some money or just want a good WordPress Host that takes care of a lot for you; we strongly recommend www.siteground.com. They are inexpensive and offer a lot of features for you that other hosts do not...

Here is a good article that explains some of the benefits of utilizing Social Media to Advertise / Grow your business.  It seems like an overwhelming prospect to many, but it doesn’t need to be.  Free Advertising with a potential large reach to new customers – sign me up! If you’re really overwhelmed by using Social Media, you can hire a company such as Collective IT Solutions, Inc. to assist you.  You can even decide on your...

When working with WordPress Website clients, I always try to include a Maintenance package in our signed contract. Many of the clients are all for it and see how it can help. Some clients don’t see any need for it. And sometimes, clients feel they can do it themselves (which is a great option in my opinion if they are willing to take the time and gain the knowledge to do so!). Here is a decent article by EfficientWP explaining these 3...