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QR Codes Could Get the Chance They Deserve Thanks to iOS 11

By Small Biz Geek on August 8, 2017 · Filed Under: Design, Software, Web Development Updated: September 19, 2017

QR Codes

QR codes are great in theory. They’re a novel means for accessing information via smartphone, but the adoption rate among consumers is fairly low. That could change…

Dodge WordPress Website Disasters: Use a Localhost for Development

By Small Biz Geek on February 9, 2016 · Filed Under: Software, Video, Web Development, WordPress Updated: July 30, 2018

WordPress Disaster

Are you a smart webmaster? Avoid web development hell by testing, building and improving your WordPress site in a localhost offline server…

Social Networking On Your Day Off

By Small Biz Geek on August 25, 2015 · Filed Under: Marketing, Social Updated: October 22, 2016

Social Networking On Your Day Off

Do you participate in social networking? Not Twitter or Facebook, but real social clubs and groups for indulging your hobbies, interests…

Is Offline Marketing Still Relevant in a Digital World?

By Small Biz Geek on October 10, 2014 · Filed Under: Internet, Marketing Updated: October 22, 2016

Offline Digital Marketing

While more of us continue to spend time on mobile devices or desktop computers, is it still worthwhile for businesses to invest in offline media?

Fast Food Restaurant Owner? Market Your Menu with QR Codes

By Small Biz Geek on March 12, 2013 · Filed Under: Internet, Marketing, Web Development Updated: May 13, 2016

Restaurant Owner? Market Your Menu with QR Code Flyers

If you run a fast food outlet, cafe or eatery, are you driving traffic to your website or other web properties using QR codes?

DIY Laminated Printed QR Code

By Small Biz Geek on September 25, 2012 · Filed Under: Design, Marketing Updated: September 11, 2015

DIY Printed QR Code Marketing Materials

Here is a low cost method for experimenting with printed weather proof QR codes to promote a local product or service on a website…

How to Set Up QR Code Tracking

By Small Biz Geek on September 18, 2012 · Filed Under: Internet, Marketing, Web Development Updated: March 23, 2015

Set up QR Codes Tracking

Are you using QR codes on leaflets, flyers, business cards and other materials? Discover how to track the number of scans/visits on your QR code URL…

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Hello, my name is Darren, a 34-year-old business enthusiast eager to learn and do good work.

I’m a website builder for hire working with small to medium businesses.

I network in Derby, Ilkeston and Nottingham in the East Midlands, England.

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Recommended Books

Don't Make Me think - Steve Krug

“Don’t Make Me Think: Revisited” – Steve Krug (Book Review)

A person of average technical ability must be able to navigate your website easily. This is required reading for anyone wanting to create a better experience for their visitors…

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