Warning: Google Review Scam Alert for Small Business Owners At Wild Iris Marketing, we’ve recently seen a troubling new scam targeting small businesses through their Google Reviews—and we want to make sure you’re informed and protected. Here’s how the scam works: A scammer posts one fake, negative Google review about your business. This review might[…]
Marketing Through Economic Uncertainty – Why It Matters More Than Ever When the economy shows signs of slowing or uncertain, many businesses instinctively look for ways to tighten their belts—and marketing budgets are often one of the first things to get cut. But the truth is, during times of economic instability, marketing is not a[…]
If Only You Knew the Power of the Dark Pattern: The Dark Side of Deceptive Design User interface (UI) design is the primary driver of the way we interact with websites and other technology, sometimes in ways we don’t even realize. While design can and should make life easier, it can be created in a[…]
A Step-by-Step Guide to Turning Your Visitors into Life-Long Customers: Conversion Optimization & the Customer Journey The goal of a website is to convert visitors into customers, whether they are purchasing a product, subscribing to communications, or using the site itself as a product. But it isn’t enough to just have a great product. Creating[…]
That’s the Way a Cookie-Cutter Website Crumbles In today’s internet-driven business world, your website is often the first interaction a potential client or customer has with you. For businesses in specialized industries like restaurants, medical offices and real estate agencies, this first impression can make or break your ability to succeed in getting customers. When[…]
The Confidence Man: Protecting Your Business from Marketing Tricks When working toward client acquisition, many marketing agencies make extravagant promises about how they can help your business. And while a large number of companies are honest about their capabilities and limitations, some take advantage of the uninformed enthusiasm of business owners who think marketing has[…]
How to Navigate the FTC’s New Rules on Online Reviews Online reviews have long been a cornerstone of digital marketing success. They boost your credibility, influence buying decisions, and create trust with potential customers. They are an important aspect of the E-E-A-T (Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, and Trustworthiness) ranking factors search engines look for in a[…]
SEO professionals know the drill: sifting through endless rows of keyword data, trying to find that golden nugget hidden in a sea of mediocrity. It’s tedious, time-consuming, and frankly, it’s not why you got into this business. Enter the Wild Iris SEO Tool—a new tool designed to assist and speed your keyword analysis process visually.[…]
Why Hiring a Local Web Developer Who Knows Your Community Beats Using a Website Farm In today’s society, when people Google just about everything, having a website is essential for any business. But it’s not just about having any website—it’s about having the right website. A site that connects with your audience, reflects your brand,[…]
Tuesday Tip: Local Search… Are You Near Me? For this week’s Tuesday Tip, we are focusing on local businesses! Standing out in a crowded online marketplace can be tough, especially if potential customers aren’t sure you serve their area. Here are some simple ways to boost your local SEO and get found by those searching[…]
