https://www.north8designs.com/blog daily 0.75 2026-03-30 https://www.north8designs.com/blog/the-human-element-of-brand-identity monthly 0.5 2026-03-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/a9a01843-03b8-4c68-9f69-1b70a5a88b08/phix-nguyen-o4ZkDPTTg10-unsplash.jpg BLOG - The Human Element of Brand Identity Design - Make it stand out Image by Phix Nguyen https://www.north8designs.com/blog/new-year-same-approach monthly 0.5 2026-02-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/1770130321088-OMXOANZREHVFX9GKH1F6/unsplash-image-gWZfmnDoL_E.jpg BLOG - Moving Forward Authentically as a Creative Business Owner - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.north8designs.com/blog/you-get-what-you-pay-for monthly 0.5 2025-11-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/1acbea01-1279-4397-80c2-d77c3f6c9599/BLOG+POST.png BLOG - You Get What You Pay For: The Hidden Price of Cutting Corners - Pause and consider the following: Taking a thoughtful, long-term approach to buying decisions isn’t just smart — it’s essential. Investing wisely today can save you from hidden expenses, wasted time, and missed opportunities tomorrow. https://www.north8designs.com/blog/6-reasons-influencers-and-substack-writers-still-need-a-website monthly 0.5 2025-11-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/86c5a913-9cae-476f-b2d3-bb460a8a2230/Refine+Fall+mockup.png BLOG - 6 Reasons Influencers and Substack Writers Still Need a Website - Make it stand out ShopMy Embed on a Squarespace Website https://www.north8designs.com/blog/what-i-notice-as-a-web-designer-5-brand-identity-mistakes-to-avoid monthly 0.5 2025-10-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/f5cebc93-ef6b-492f-9bff-3b8815358a9f/N8+Brand+Identity+Blog+Post++%28US+Letter%29.jpg BLOG - What I Notice as a Web Designer: 5 Brand Identity Mistakes to Avoid - What is Brand Identity? Brand identity is the visual and emotional expression of a brand — it’s how a business presents itself to the world and how it’s perceived by its audience. This is the combination of a logo, color palette, typography, imagery, and messaging that together create a cohesive and memorable presence. https://www.north8designs.com/blog/what-i-notice-as-a-web-designer-10-website-mistakes-to-avoid monthly 0.5 2025-10-14 https://www.north8designs.com/blog/championing-women-in-business monthly 0.5 2025-10-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/880e942a-cd6a-4804-b3b5-5be0e7d776d5/quote+for+blog.webp BLOG - Championing Women in Business - A cause close to my heart. Today, I’m sharing how my journey as a female founder, after leaving corporate America and spending time as a stay-at-home mom, has come full circle and now touches every part of my life. https://www.north8designs.com/blog/how-shopping-local-strengthens-communities-and-small-brands monthly 0.5 2025-10-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/4b3f98d1-d581-447f-8535-c8f4cc8d4a8c/Le+Bon+Faves+I+Own.jpg BLOG - How Shopping Local Strengthens Communities and Small Brands - Founder-Driven Brands A storyboard of some of my personal summer favorites from founder-driven brands or local boutiques including: Le Bon Shoppe (tank from Muz & Rose), Jamie Haller & Clare V. (bag from Rebecca & Co. in Winston-Salem). https://www.north8designs.com/blog/designing-a-slower-summer-finding-rhythm-in-the-reset monthly 0.5 2025-07-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/1751992791582-D4GFAOYNIKETDAPIJCVX/summer+mountain BLOG - Designing a Slower Summer: Finding Rhythm in the Reset - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.north8designs.com/blog/pinterest-obsessed monthly 0.5 2025-07-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/1751289136070-4H8O9M0JOBAOGYKSB7XK/unsplash-image-lJvSUz7RuIc.jpg BLOG - Pinterest Marketing Tips for Creatives: Boost Your Business with Visual Search - Pinterest handles over 5 billion searches per month or approximately 167 searches per day. {Approximate statistics courtesy of ChatGPT.} https://www.north8designs.com/blog/how-to-stand-out-amp-find-your-brand-identity monthly 0.5 2025-07-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/73452c44-a784-42b2-a7cb-f7b3ed474120/Be+Curious+Brand+Identity+Discovery.jpg BLOG - How to Stand Out & Define Your Brand Identity - Be Curious Start by getting curious—explore what matters most to you and choose the right partners to help uncover and define your brand values and identity. The key to standing out in a crowded market isn’t about being the loudest—it’s about discovering and expressing your authentic voice. When your brand identity is built on real values and meaningful connections, that’s where the magic happens. The reality is there are lots of small businesses coming and going these days. What helps you stand out isn’t chasing trends—it’s building genuine relationships with the right clients who align with your offer and how you do business. If you're constantly throwing spaghetti at the wall to see what sticks, you’re not building a brand—you’re building burnout. https://www.north8designs.com/blog/minimalism-isnt-a-trendits-a-way-of-life-and-web-design monthly 0.5 2025-07-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/12e18819-ad26-425b-a73d-ca350ae530c7/elk+loading+image.jpg BLOG - Minimalism Isn’t a Trend—It’s a Way of Life and Web Design - Custom Loading Experience A bold intro to a simplified online space showcasing the work of Elk Interiors. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/10ce08a6-048a-4415-a782-d1724233624b/Elk+Updated+Full+Screen.png BLOG - Minimalism Isn’t a Trend—It’s a Way of Life and Web Design - Make it stand out Full Screen View of Homepage for Elk Interiors https://www.north8designs.com/blog/new-client-care-service monthly 0.5 2025-07-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/1704575001272-D7K9BIRUEFABXE4N39NC/3.jpg BLOG - New Client Care Service for Squarespace Websites - Make it stand out The Name Slate Homepage https://www.north8designs.com/blog/benefits-of-using-the-squarespace-blog-to-showcase-your-portfolio monthly 0.5 2025-07-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/fbaa9934-9c37-499a-8acb-68296c465d03/MLA+Residential+Portfolio.jpg BLOG - Benefits of Using the Squarespace Blog to Display Your Creative Portfolio - Make it stand out MLA Design Group Residential Portfolio https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/ab78f24d-0124-47cd-b0c6-c4619f42e092/MLA+Homepage.png BLOG - Benefits of Using the Squarespace Blog to Display Your Creative Portfolio - Make it stand out MLA Design Group Homepage https://www.north8designs.com/blog/the-art-of-streamlined-blogging-on-squarespace monthly 0.5 2025-04-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/1743882018730-9QHJBBF8FWAD04FNOF3L/AH+Currently+Loving.jpg BLOG - Clean Lines, Clear Content: The Art of Streamlined Blogging on Squarespace - Amy Havins “Currently Loving” Page This is one of my favorite pages on this site. It stays fresh and up-to-date, and I love how Amy shares quick, bite-sized favorites that link straight to the product. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/07e52ef3-3a7d-4046-af49-7d15c7f690e0/AH_homepage+image.jpg BLOG - Clean Lines, Clear Content: The Art of Streamlined Blogging on Squarespace - Make it stand out Homepage Snapshot of amyhavins.com https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/6645d440-31d4-435d-9f75-1358e30bfbba/BEAUTYscreencapture-amyhavins-beauty-2024-02-23-08_10_00.png BLOG - Clean Lines, Clear Content: The Art of Streamlined Blogging on Squarespace - Beauty Blog Page Here is a peek at how the Beauty page is organized. It follows a similar layout to the homepage, with recent beauty favorites shoppable right at the top. Below that, you’ll find the "Recent Beauty Posts" section, stacked neatly for easy browsing. Clicking the “Load More” link will open more beauty blog posts to explore. I absolutely love how neat and organized everything is and how each blog category follows the same layout. This consistency makes it super easy for users to instantly recognize the type of content they’re looking for. Whether they want to find something specific quickly or just spend time browsing and reading, the layout makes it simple and enjoyable. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/efcd1c84-9d20-4284-8cf3-57602d777127/The+Edit.png BLOG - Clean Lines, Clear Content: The Art of Streamlined Blogging on Squarespace - Make it stand out The Edit https://www.north8designs.com/blog/from-wordpress-to-squarespace monthly 0.5 2025-04-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/664e37d3-ee01-46a5-bbc1-248c1e2f8efd/BeforeAfter+MLA-4.jpg BLOG - Is it time to switch from WordPress to Squarespace? - Make it stand out MLA Design Group Homepage on Worpress (before) vs. Squarespace (after redesign) https://www.north8designs.com/blog/feminine-branding-amp-website-design monthly 0.5 2025-04-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/62e1ee3a-ad24-485e-ab4e-195509fad29a/AH_mockup.jpg BLOG - Feminine Branding & Website Design - Make it stand out Amy Havins mobile view loading image and homepage https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/1730210957908-6Q8KSQP3J98BCQPR4GM8/WC+mock+up+homepage-shopify.png BLOG - Feminine Branding & Website Design - Make it stand out Winston’s Collection homepage https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/1730211050769-M7CBUP42E4X48JBJJNV5/Sparkle+Reveal.png BLOG - Feminine Branding & Website Design - Make it stand out Sparkle Salon & Boutique homepage https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/fff6c259-2186-43e5-a455-b2e650669e1f/sparkle+before+and+after.png BLOG - Feminine Branding & Website Design - Before: Dark and Heavy After: Feminine and Airy https://www.north8designs.com/blog/women-supporting-women-but-do-they monthly 0.5 2025-03-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/1742213940353-M74R1J6LZV99V6MMLN9N/unsplash-image-V0vccmEP02g.jpg BLOG - Women Supporting Women, but do they? - Do we like the term “Lady Boss?” I’m not sure… Either way, let’s think of ways we can lift each other up and show support. Read on for my thoughts on the topic. https://www.north8designs.com/blog/trying-to-figure-it-out monthly 0.5 2025-03-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/f0c75ced-66a0-4076-a229-da2ea73f0d96/Working+File+Creative%27s+Canva+Social+Media+Templates.jpg BLOG - Trying to Figure it Out - Imposter syndrome A psychological experience where someone feels like an intellectual fraud. https://www.north8designs.com/blog/the-danger-of-relying-on-social-media-exclusively monthly 0.5 2025-02-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/1682362818532-OSOLKX5I66JP6I0L9KVG/unsplash-image--dcznEJPmsk.jpg BLOG - The Danger of Relying on Social Media Exclusively as your “Storefront” to your Business. - When you have a website for your business, you own your online property or “storefront” vs. renting space on social media. Think of it like you would investing in a home vs. paying someone else's mortgage as a renter. https://www.north8designs.com/blog/the-future-you-want monthly 0.5 2025-02-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/1733153444485-NIUXESJVVTCZV3ZBOHF4/unsplash-image-sxb8StmTfaw.jpg BLOG - The future you want. - For every $1 you spend with a small business, approximately .68 comes back to the community. For every $1 you spend with a big box store, about .05 comes back to your community. Source unknown and figures are approximate. https://www.north8designs.com/blog/why-you-should-consider-a-website-refresh monthly 0.5 2025-02-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/1733150328473-16CNH2GEZ6ZU25N06MAM/unsplash-image-ukzHlkoz1IE.jpg BLOG - Reasons to Consider a Website Refresh - Are you overdue for a refresh? If you are an established business with a DIY site, I would venture to guess you answered yes. Take this as your sign to move the needle and commit in 2025. Read on for 4 reasons why! https://www.north8designs.com/blog/a-moment-of-gratitude-and-thankfulness monthly 0.5 2025-02-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/1732108911575-PPALGW5G466QUN4Q9UW6/unsplash-image-S66_Cr_sf-Y.jpg BLOG - A Moment of Gratitude and Thankfulness - Life is all about choices. Today, I am extremely grateful that I found my way back to a career that aligns with who I am and includes that (very important to me) flexibility. https://www.north8designs.com/blog/when-you-should-think-small monthly 0.5 2025-02-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/1731417358199-VQLK62ENYJGK8W6LK384/unsplash-image-jLB_0YS5WBc.jpg BLOG - “Think Small” & Support Small Business - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.north8designs.com/blog/keep-if-fresh-amp-updated monthly 0.5 2025-02-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/a6e29a59-cb7a-40db-8665-9ce8e86166a6/new+blog.png BLOG - Keep Your Website Fresh & Updated - Here is a recent upgrade to my website at North 8 Designs. As my blog was growing in number of article entries, I designed a new layout that I planned to bring live down the road. This fall, in between projects, I spent time bringing this to life. Click the image to see the end result. https://www.north8designs.com/blog/design-decisions monthly 0.5 2025-02-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/c5fceafe-11af-42da-b2bd-33b45990e6e3/Sparkle+Reveal.png BLOG - Making Design Decisions Based on Business Needs - Case Study: Sparkle Salon & Boutique Redesign Project Owner, Amanda Beard, came to me looking for a re-brand and complete redesign of her website. The original website was designed in Square/Weebly as Square is her primary payment processor for both her salon and boutique. We weighed the options and she chose to stick with what she knows. Read on to learn more about why. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/8569e1c5-ce9a-409f-8085-5d49e0dafd4e/sparkle+before+and+after.png BLOG - Making Design Decisions Based on Business Needs - Make it stand out We created an intro section so site visitors could “meet” the small business owner they are shopping with as well as have the opportunity to learn more about Amanda. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/65c0cb62-d98b-46c0-8b79-11c77fc6f214/sparkle+hair.png BLOG - Making Design Decisions Based on Business Needs - Make it stand out An improved layout giving shoppers the ability to shop by brand and category in addition to all the products offered at Sparkle Salon & Boutique! Image links to page for a full view or click here to see it live. https://www.north8designs.com/blog/small-business-love monthly 0.5 2025-02-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/1727128343823-KMYF6ETF0UW8D2GC3U7C/unsplash-image-qvWnGmoTbik.jpg BLOG - Small Business Love - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.north8designs.com/blog/do-i-need-a-fully-custom-website monthly 0.5 2025-02-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/1724700754956-6KMW4PE2ABOXBZAOBEIE/unsplash-image-KE0nC8-58MQ.jpg BLOG - Do I need a fully custom website? - Do more. With less. Do not shy away from investing in your online image because you are overwhelmed and think you need a fully custom website to even start. There are options available at every price point. https://www.north8designs.com/blog/some-recent-rumblings-in-the-world-of-privacy-policies-and-how-it-could-affect-you-as-a-small-business-owner monthly 0.5 2025-02-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/8c0aaa97-098c-4e31-8084-9d2831c5cbed/Copy+of+Mastering+Data+Minimization.jpg BLOG - Some recent rumblings in the world of privacy policies and how it could affect you as a small business owner. - Make it stand out Image credit: Termageddon https://www.north8designs.com/blog/a-new-shopping-platform-i-am-loving monthly 0.5 2025-02-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/2507a198-cfa8-48fd-afdc-e5b3c927e960/Home_Hub.png BLOG - A new shopping platform I am loving—shopmy - shopmy interface example Pictured here is a mobile preview of the shop my interface. {Image credit: shopmy website} Stay tuned for a future blog post that will include a more in-depth look at how shopmy can be integrated with Squarespace. For now you will find some sneak peeks below. https://www.north8designs.com/blog/my-tips-for-the-website-diy-enthusiast monthly 0.5 2025-02-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/1721050439892-IVYKSO64O2DRBFLMKXEZ/image-asset.jpeg BLOG - Tips for the Business Owner Creating a DIY Website - Keep your design simple! Okay, okay—maybe not as simple as what you see here but you get the picture. Doing too much creates a confusing user experience and clutters the site unnecessarily. Read on below for what to avoid and how I would recommend approaching your website design. Definitely keep in mind you will need to have the time and energy to figure out how to design and build with a bit of a learning curve but it can be done. https://www.north8designs.com/blog/embracing-the-summer-slowdown monthly 0.5 2025-02-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/9694af1d-92de-40fa-a19e-f35d63412688/IMG_2336.JPEG BLOG - Embracing the Summer Slowdown - Midwest Sunset Photo credit: my oldest from the friendly skies over Illinois. He won rock/paper/scissors for the window seat. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/47d13e95-c945-46de-a60a-17dc94785b52/IMG_2333.JPEG BLOG - Embracing the Summer Slowdown - Sweet home Chicago….truly one of the most magical cities full of life and great food! Photo credit: again the winner of rock/paper/scissors who won the window seat and happens to be most at home when he is back in the Midwest—although he (like me) does not love the gray winter skies so we time visits accordingly. https://www.north8designs.com/blog/hiring-a-professional-website-designer monthly 0.5 2025-02-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/1717167797369-ONSXX2UH3CP3C7UOJ3MC/image-asset.jpeg BLOG - The Value of a Professional Brand & Website Designer - Let’s kick off summer! Jump into the deep end with me and let’s solve some internal problems related to your business and attract more opportunities for you to grow. https://www.north8designs.com/blog/a-case-study-selecting-a-brand-photographer monthly 0.5 2025-02-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/b56d8968-01db-47bb-875c-b1ba40e09502/ps_edit-2450.jpg BLOG - A Case Study: Selecting a Brand Photographer - Photo Credit: Amber Renea Branding This image was taken at SECCA-Southeastern Center for Contemporary Art in Winston-Salem. Amber chose the location based on the branding for North 8 Designs and connection to the artistry of web and brand design. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/a9cff865-b401-431b-8f7b-442f42b26f1e/CT5A8718.jpg BLOG - A Case Study: Selecting a Brand Photographer - Learn from my mistakes and listen to your brand photographer! I went rogue on one outfit choice pictured here and let’s just say this sweater did not make the cut for my website. I used these images on other places like LinkedIn so they were still nice to have. Key takeaway—if you work with Amber follow her suggestions. She knows brand photography and what will photograph best! https://www.north8designs.com/blog/google-analytics-vs-google-search-console monthly 0.5 2025-02-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/1715864414612-QNVVS8NEK5G765KWZ1WF/image-asset.jpeg BLOG - Google Analytics - Google Analytics: Understanding website performance and user behavior. https://www.north8designs.com/blog/5-reasons-to-invest-in-professional-website-images monthly 0.5 2025-02-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/1715085851636-ZZM2PBU86ILJD3A6O2H8/image-asset.jpeg BLOG - 5 Reasons to Invest in Professional Website Images - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.north8designs.com/blog/google-search-what monthly 0.5 2025-02-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/1713463676289-TY73Y6G948IYMZOSHS0P/image-asset.jpeg BLOG - Google Search What? - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.north8designs.com/blog/wait-i-need-a-privacy-policy monthly 0.5 2025-02-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/1713271890619-QF40W19OYGT408F2R1RP/image-asset.jpeg BLOG - Wait, I need a Privacy Policy? - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/c66f9eb3-2578-4d8b-9dfc-320764449b57/contact.png BLOG - Wait, I need a Privacy Policy? - A standard contact form could look similar to this → Information like name and email are considered PII and disclosing what you do with this information is legally required. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/1713274879490-KH9TH9VLF7IOYZDSSUOF/image-asset.jpeg BLOG - Wait, I need a Privacy Policy? - Where do I get a privacy policy? I tell clients from the very beginning they must source and provide their own privacy policy. Every industry has different requirements and regulations. It is up to you as the business owner to source the appropriate policy for your business. https://www.north8designs.com/blog/the-squiggle monthly 0.5 2025-02-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/1711545038121-9W3JYO2DLX8THCRHZXH7/image-asset.jpeg BLOG - The Squiggle - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.north8designs.com/blog/new-website-now-what monthly 0.5 2025-02-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/1710772002376-MKKVILFH9LMKAFI4HM0L/image-asset.jpeg BLOG - New Website, Now What? - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6445528dc3785f4a33b753f1/11fa14f8-5ac5-43fc-9390-72aa85ef8574/2-add+testimonial+content.png BLOG - New Website, Now What? - Here is an example from a client website guide. This is customized to the client’s exact website. Does it take more time to create vs. just sending links to Squarespace help articles? Yes, of course! However, it is important to me to meet clients where they are and provide education along the way. Seeing how to make updates on your actual website can help bridge the gap for someone new to website edits. 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