Notes from
the studio.
Practical writing on web design, AI workflows, and what we've learned shipping projects for businesses across Indiana. No fluff, no SEO bait — just things we'd tell a friend.
The Google Business Profile checklist that gets Indiana businesses into the map pack
A complete, no-fluff Google Business Profile setup checklist for Indiana small businesses — categories, services, photos, reviews, and the mistakes that keep you out of the map pack.
Do you need a website if your business already has a Facebook page?
An honest look at when a Facebook page is enough for an Indiana small business, when it quietly costs you customers, and what a real website does that Facebook can't.
How much should an Indiana business pay for a marketing website in 2026?
A clear breakdown of what marketing websites cost in 2026 — price drivers, when to DIY, when to hire, how to evaluate proposals from Indianapolis-area agencies.
AI for small business: 5 workflows worth automating right now
Five concrete AI workflows we've shipped for small businesses in Indiana — what they do, what they cost, what they save, and which to start with.
How to hire a web designer in Indiana (without getting burned)
What to ask before you hire a web designer in Indianapolis, Carmel, or Fishers — and the red flags that cost Indiana businesses thousands every year.