Have you heard of the Gutenberg Page Editor for WordPress? By 2019, the default page editor you’ve come to know (and have finally come to understand) is getting a major overhaul. Although this will be a big change when you’re creating new pages and posts, it won’t...
Websites are essential for professional service firms because they act as a central hub for building credibility, showcasing expertise, and engaging with clients. For many potential clients, a website serves as their first impression of your firm, and a professional,...
In today’s marketplace, the consumer is more in charge of the online search process than ever before. Because of this, a fabulous website is an absolute must. But when it comes to designing your website, it's not all about looks. It's also about whom it will attract....
What Is a Website Plugin? If you’re not immersed in the world of website development, you may not know what a website plugin is. That’s okay! Maybe you’ve heard your IT person talk about them, but you don’t really understand what a website plugin is and how it works?...
Content is about the music, not the words. That’s why it is too important to be written by lawyers and other professionals. It’s not that you don’t know your stuff; rather, it’s that you know it too well. As a result, few attorneys understand how to explain something...
PSM President and Founder, Terrie S. Wheeler is proud to introduce a new service called CLE Connect™ | Ethical Marketing CLEs On-Demand. In mid-August, Terrie S. Wheeler launched a new service for Minnesota lawyers called CLE Connect. The online educational platform...
So, you’ve heard the term “SSL certificate” floating about the internet, from your IT team, or from your web developer. You know it has something to do with web security. But really though…what the heck is it? Well, SSL stands for Secure Sockets Layer. According to...
Developers build websites using intricate code structures called frameworks. I know what you’re thinking…green code cascading down your screen Matrix-style. Unfortunately, it’s not that cool. A framework is just a bunch of code that looks something like this: Once a...
Effective Communication means saying the right thing at the right time. It is difficult for growing firms and solo practitioners to keep up with their marketing and communications plans. An effective and concise marketing strategy can do wonders for them. Through this...
It is a trend to invest in SEO today. Search Engine Optimization deserves to be called a necessity in this digital age. According to an interesting statistic, 91 percent of searchers do not go beyond the first page of any search engine. So, if your business isn't...
Not many professional and financial firm websites feature them, which is both surprising and astounding. Why? Because on sites with easily-found, searchable and readable case studies, typically they are the third-most read items after a practitioner’s bio and blog....
If websites were first dates, many of you would be in trouble. Between grungy appearances, poor planning skills, and shallow talking points, many websites share the undesirable traits of first-date horror stories. Is it possible your website fits that description?...
In February of 2015, I was surfing the web (as all millennials do) and came across the City of New Brighton’s website. As a New Brighton native, I was surprised to find my hometown’s website in such disarray. The overall design was antiquated, the site was not...
As more and more lawyers are jumping into the Web-based digital video movement, being the star of ones’ own video shoot can spark fear into the hearts of even the most fearless lawyers. Consider the statistics: One of the top four online marketing strategies for 2016...
By Michelle R. Wheeler | With 2016 on the horizon, the nature of marketing for small businesses is at a precipice. Organizations are no longer paying upwards of $50,000 for a simple website. Engaging with customers and clients no longer gravitates around print...
In today’s digitally savvy marketplace, your website plays a more important role than ever in conveying the right first impression for your practice. According to a recent survey results, over 80 percent of people who are considering purchasing legal services go to a...