The JDS Resource Library
Website Tips, Tools & Ideas
Whether you're managing your own content, planning a website update, or just curious about what makes a strategic site work – this is your place to learn.
The JDS Resources library is filled with curated blog posts and guides to help small business owners feel more confident about their website and digital presence. From content tips to productivity tools to platform comparisons, it's all here (without the tech jargon).
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Making the Switch from Etsy to Shopify
I’ve wanted to write this post for a while but felt it might be controversial. Let me start by saying that Etsy is an excellent platform for people to discover small businesses. When I started ...
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Website Policies Made Simple (Updated 2025)
Let’s start with a quick disclaimer: I’m not a legal expert – just a designer who cares deeply about helping small businesses protect their work online. What you’ll find here is based on research and ...
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Five Productive Tasks to Tackle During a Slow Season in Business
We’ve all been there – navigating a slow season in business and wondering what it means. In my early years, those quieter months felt like a red flag. But over time, I realized they’re not ...
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Email Marketing Platforms Compared: MailerLite vs. Mailchimp vs. Flodesk (Updated 2025)
If you’re a creative entrepreneur or a boutique studio owner, you’ve probably heard that email marketing is a smart way to stay connected with your clients. But figuring out which platform to use? That’s where ...
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Why You Should Use Shopify for Your E-commerce Website
One of the first questions I get during a discovery call with a potential client is what platform they should use for their new (or current) online boutique or e-commerce. Our go-to recommendation for most ...
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5 Things Every Website Needs (And Why They Matter)
When you're building or refreshing your website, it’s easy to get pulled into the details – design tweaks, new fonts, or what tool everyone else is using. It’s the behind-the-scenes essentials that help your site ...
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Quarterly Website Audit Checklist
When I first started working on the redesign for the JDS website, I realized that a lot of the service offerings and information on our website were a bit outdated. Even though I tell clients ...
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Create a Link in Bio Page Using Linkpop
One of the many things that I love about Shopify is how they are always coming out with new features that are helpful for any small business owner. Recently Shopify launched Linkpop.com for an easy ...
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Should You Add a Blog to Your Service-Based Website?
If you've ever redesigned your website (or considered it), this question probably came up: "Do I really need a blog?" For years, the default advice was yes. Every business should blog. More content equals more ...
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5 Simple Ways to Repurpose Blog Content (Without Creating More Work)
One of the hardest things as a small business owner (besides taxes!) is creating content that offers real value across multiple platforms. And let's be honest – creating content always takes time. Between running your ...
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How to Add a New Blog Post in Shopify
For every website -- whether it's a service based business or an online shop, I always recommend including a blog within the website to help with search engine optimization. Now I know -- who has ...
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How to Add New Users in WordPress
Adding new users on WordPress is a really easy way to grant people on your team access to your website while limiting their access. For example, let’s say you have a VA that helps you ...
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