The Creative Corral
Your go-to resource for building a strategic, effective Squarespace website for your small business.
Here you’ll find practical website guidance, clear explanations, and tools designed to help you create a site that actually works — whether you’re DIYing with templates or ready for a custom build. Expect honest advice, real-world examples, and support from someone who understands both the technical side and the realities of running a small business.
How to Build a Website From Scratch
Most business owners don’t struggle because they can’t build a website. They struggle because no one ever explains the process in a clear, logical way. So they open Squarespace (or whatever platform they chose), stare at a blank screen, feel overwhelmed… and close it again. Let’s change that.
How to Write Website Copy That Converts (Even If You’re Not a Writer)
When it comes to building a successful website, design is only half the battle. The words on your site—the copy—play a crucial role in turning visitors into customers. But if you're not a writer, crafting compelling website copy can feel overwhelming. Where do you start? What should you say? And how do you make sure your message resonates with your audience?
What Is SEO, Why It Matters, and How to Check Your Website’s SEO Health
If you've ever heard the word "SEO" tossed around but weren’t totally sure what it meant—or what it has to do with your small business—you're not alone. SEO can feel like a techy buzzword that’s only for big brands or digital marketers. But the truth is: SEO (Search Engine Optimization) is one of the most powerful tools you have to get your business found online—and it’s not nearly as complicated as it sounds.
So You Need a Website… But You’re Not Sure Where to Start
If you're a small business owner, you've probably heard that you need a website—maybe more times than you'd like. But no one really explains what kind of website, how to build it, or where to even begin.
Why Renaming Your Images for Your Website Is a Game Changer for SEO…And How to Do It Right
When building or updating your website, one of the simplest but most overlooked ways to boost your site’s search engine ranking is right in your photo files — the image filenames.