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- Sep 24, 2020
The Top 5 SEO Myths
Digital marketing is an extremely affordable and effective way of engaging potential customers and when done properly by an SEO expert, it can: Increase your conversion rates Help you reach a wider audience Lower your overall marketing. . .
- Sep 10, 2020
Top Traits of a Good Website
If you are on the fence about investing in website design for your company, here are some of the reasons why you cannot succeed without a website: Modern customers expect it Your business will gain credibility It makes your company. . .
- Aug 26, 2020
The Most Common Mistakes of DIY Web Design
If you are on the fence about investing in website design for your company, here are some of the reasons why you cannot succeed without a website: Modern customers expect it Your business will gain credibility It makes your company. . .
- Aug 14, 2020
How an SEO Expert Can Boost Your Small Business' Growth
Digital marketing is an extremely affordable and effective way of engaging potential customers and when done properly by an SEO expert, it can help: Increase your conversion rates You reach a wider audience Lower your overall marketing. . .
- Jul 30, 2020
Why Your Business Needs a (Good) Website
Digital marketing is an extremely affordable and effective way of engaging potential customers and when done properly by an SEO expert, it can help: Increase your conversion rates You reach a wider audience Lower your overall marketing. . .
- Jul 16, 2020
Google's Bert Update is Live, Are You Ready for It?
Digital marketing is an extremely affordable and effective way of engaging potential customers and when done properly by an SEO expert, it can help: Increase your conversion rates You reach a wider audience Lower your overall marketing. . .
- Jun 26, 2020
The 7 Components of User Experience
Digital marketing is an extremely affordable and effective way of engaging potential customers and when done properly by an SEO expert, it can help: Increase your conversion rates You reach a wider audience Lower your overall marketing. . .
- Jun 17, 2020
Do You Qualify for the $40,000 CEBA Small Business Loan?
It was recently announced by the federal government that they would take immediate action to support Canadians and businesses through these challenging times. The new application window begins on Friday, June 19, 2020. This allows for businesses. . .
- Jun 09, 2020
New Page Experience Algorithm for Google On Its Way
Digital marketing is an extremely affordable and effective way of engaging potential customers and when done properly by an SEO expert, it can help: Increase your conversion rates You reach a wider audience Lower your overall marketing. . .
- May 29, 2020
3 Tips for Remaining Creative While Executing an SEO-Driven Content Strategy
Digital marketing is an extremely affordable and effective way of engaging potential customers and when done properly by an SEO expert, it can help: Increase your conversion rates You reach a wider audience Lower your overall marketing. . .
- May 15, 2020
How to Boost Your SEO by Writing Proper Meta Descriptions
Digital marketing is an extremely affordable and effective way of engaging potential customers and when done properly by an SEO expert, it can help: Increase your conversion rates You reach a wider audience Lower your overall marketing. . .
- Feb 29, 2020
4 Ways an SEO Expert Can Help Your Small Business Grow
Digital marketing is an extremely affordable and effective way of engaging potential customers and when done properly by an SEO expert, it can help: Increase your conversion rates You reach a wider audience Lower your overall marketing. . .
- Feb 15, 2020
4 Major Mistakes of DIY Website Design
If you are on the fence about investing in website design for your company, here are some of the reasons why you cannot succeed without a website: Modern customers expect it Your business will gain credibility It makes your company. . .
- Jan 15, 2020
5 Benefits of Opting For Digital Marketing Over Traditional Marketing Methods
Investing in professional SEO and digital marketing services can have many benefits for your company, including: It’s cost-effective You receive better ROI for your investment You’ll be able to build a strong and trustworthy image of. . .
- Jan 10, 2020
5 Key Questions to Ask Your Web Designer Before Hiring Them
If you are on the fence about hiring a professional website designer, you must remember that such a professional can help you build a website that will allow you to: Represent your brand adequately Build trust with your target. . .
- Nov 21, 2019
4 Reasons Why Your Website Needs to Be Mobile Friendly
Recent studies by Google have shown that any size business - whether you’re a small start up or a huge enterprise - needs a mobile friendly website if you want to gain a competitive edge in your industry. These marketing statistics make it. . .
- Nov 06, 2019
An Open Letter to My Competitors
Dear Competitors, Although this applies to many, there are two of you in particular I am addressing. Read this carefully. I know you’re watching us. I know you’re talking about us. I know that you’ve had people apply to. . .
- Oct 14, 2019
3 Digital Marketing Strategies That Will Boost The Success of Your Company
Digital marketing is extremely effective in engaging potential clients and, when done correctly, it can have numerous benefits for your business and will help you: Improve your conversion rates Tailor your marketing message to individual. . .
- Sep 20, 2019
6 Reasons Your Business Can't Grow Without a Website
In fact, investing in professional web design services is key for: Brand visibility Expanding your reach and attracting more customers Communicating with your customers Building your credibility and reputation But why do I need. . .
- Sep 13, 2019
3 Reasons to Invest in Professional Digital Marketing Services
In fact, such tactics have proven to be the most effective and cost-efficient way to reach potential customers. More cost-effective than traditional marketing activities, such as billboards and TV ads. Enables you to reach a larger, global. . .
- Aug 19, 2019
4 Reasons Why Your Website is More Important Than Your Business Card
Whether you do this through a professionally designed website, or social media, marketing your business is critical for: Informing your customers about who you are, what you do, and why you’re unique Engaging your customer and keeping. . .
- Aug 05, 2019
6 Simple Ways to Make Sure Your Website Stands Out From the Crowd
With over a billion websites online today, high-quality web design is critical to help yours stand out. Here are some other tips on how to ensure your website is successful at promoting your business and enticing customers. Given that there are. . .
- Jul 25, 2019
5 Reasons No One is Visiting Your Website
Improve Your Website Traffic With Our Professional Website Design & SEO Services At StyleLabs, we understand just how important a professionally designed website is for the success of your business. We offer a wide range of services, including. . .
- Jul 04, 2019
5 Reasons Why Responsive Web Design is So Important
Some of these tools include: Search engine optimization (SEO) Responsive web development User-friendly navigation Quality web content Working with a professional web designer who understands how to incorporate all of the. . .
- Jun 26, 2019
6 Surefire Signs You Need a Total Website Redesign
Factors such as usability, unique content, functionality, and experiences - or lack thereof - can seriously affect your company’s bottom line. There are real consequences of neglecting your website design, including: It damages your. . .
- Jun 20, 2019
StyleLabs Web Design: How the Process Works
Unfortunately, it's very easy for your website to become out of date and stale very quickly, whether it’s due to constantly changing web design, SEO tactics, marketing trends or poor, unengaging content. But whatever the cause, this will. . .
- Jun 05, 2019
6 Tips For Building a Great Website
Websites Work! No matter what your business or profession, a professionally designed website can help you generate business, promote goodwill among customers, and deliver strong marketing messages. Creative and Professional Web Design in. . .
- May 27, 2019
3 Reasons to Hire a Professional Web Writer
Boost Your Online Presence With StyleLab’s Web Design & Content Writing Services in Calgary Content creation, specifically writing blogs, silos, and slugs are extremely important to rank well on Google and establish a strong case of reliability. . .
- May 27, 2019
Top 7 SEO Facts All Business Owners Should Be Aware Of
Why You Should Invest in SEO Services These two elements are absolutely critical to improving your website’s drive traffic and ranking in search engines such as Google or Yahoo. Professional SEO services will ensure that your website is. . .
- May 23, 2019
Are You Interested in Becoming a Calgary Web Designer?
ROLES OF THE WEBSITE DESIGNER You may be thinking: 'Yes, that sounds like me, but what exactly do web designers do all day? ’. More than making great imagery, form and colour, web designers strategically create and build fully-functional. . .
- May 10, 2019
3 Benefits of Investing in Professional Web Development Services
In fact, web development is key for: Generating more business Having your voice heard Brand visibility Reaching all your business goals Remember: Humans love convenience and there is nothing more convenient than accessing a whole. . .
- May 08, 2019
Ignite Summit 2019 Experience
As entrepreneurs, sometimes we get so fixated on our businesses, that we lose sight of what REALLY matters: Family Relationships Contribution It’s interesting. We choose to work for ourselves because we want freedom. . .
- Apr 29, 2019
4 Ways an SEO Company Can Help Your Company Stand Out From the Crowd
Digital marketing is an extremely effective way of engaging potential clients, and when done properly by an SEO expert, it can also: Improve your conversion rates Help you reach a wider audience Allow you to customize your marketing. . .
- Apr 25, 2019
8 Benefits of Having Professional Calgary Website Design
In today’s digital age, having a company website is no longer an option, but a necessity. Here are 8 benefits of investing in the services of a Calgary website design company. Today, the internet has become a leading resource for people to. . .
- Mar 29, 2019
4 Ways SEO Can Help Your Business Become More Successful
Ready to Start Using SEO for your Business? Do you still feel like SEO is a mind-boggling marketing algorithm? That’s okay! At Stylelabs, we offer comprehensive website design services, from SEO to blog writing, that will help turn your website. . .
- Mar 16, 2019
4 Ways SEM Can Help Your Business Grow
Developing an SEO friendly website will: Get you more organic traffic Make your website more user-friendly Give your brand credibility Help you understand what your customers want How Search Engine Optimization & Search Engine. . .
- Mar 01, 2019
Unplugged and Curing Digital Hangover
In February, I decided to take a month off Facebook. As many of you know, I use this channel quite frequently and in the process, I started feeling like I was getting “addicted” to being plugged in. My goal was to see how much impact. . .
- Feb 25, 2019
What You Need To Know About 2019 Web Design Trends
Web design trends in 2019 will continue to be about delivering an optimal user experience: prioritizing speed and mobile design; eye-catching simple designs with asymmetrical layouts; immersive video backgrounds, and more. Speed It takes about. . .
- Feb 13, 2019
SEO and Marketing Terms Small Business Owners Need To Know
At StyleLabs, we believe in empowering customers and small businesses with the knowledge that they need to succeed. When you’re trying to find the right marketing company for your needs, it’s essential that you understand what is being. . .
- Jan 24, 2019
Complement Your Online Marketing And SEO Efforts With Social Media - Our Top Tips
When correctly, posting to social media can build brand awareness and complement your SEO and online marketing efforts. Here are some of our top tips for posting on Facebook and Instagram. Instagram Post consistently. Stick to consistency. . .
- Jan 10, 2019
What Is Influencer Marketing?
What Is Influencer Marketing? Influencer mentions are somewhere between a subtle recommendation/review and an official endorsement. Influencer marketing is not an advertisement, and usually can appear in people’s feeds organically, while still. . .
- Nov 13, 2018
Email Marketing Part 2: Five Things You Can Do With Email Marketing
While search is still the most commonly-used way to get information on the internet, email can also be a valuable way to provide information to potential customers. It’s an effective way to connect with customers directly and personally, and can. . .
- Jul 15, 2018
What Is The Page Speed Update? An Overview
First of all, here is the timeline: News broke in early 2018 that Google was going to be using mobile page speed as a ranking. In a Q&A session, a Google spokesperson, noted that this would only affect a small number of websites. In early. . .
- Jun 15, 2018
What Platform Should My Company Be On? Part 2
With that in mind, we’ve put together a stats-based overview of four key social media platforms, to help you decide which would best complement your business's marketing efforts. Twitter 42% of Canadian adults have a Twitter account, and. . .
- May 14, 2018
What Social Media Platforms Should My Business Be On?
With that in mind, we’ve put together a stats-based overview of four key social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and Pinterest. Facebook Facebook is an undisputed social media giant. According to the Ryerson study, 84% of. . .
- Apr 16, 2018
How Our Roots In Market Research Benefit Our Marketing Clients
Why Understanding Your Customers Is More Important Than Ever The ability to understand what customers want is more essential than ever in the era of search. Studies, such as Google's "Meeting Customers' Expectations In A Personalized. . .
- Mar 19, 2018
What You Need To Know About Video Content in 2018
Why Use Video? 1. It’s Effortless - Forbes notes that videos are easy to absorb and share, and can capture the interest of ‘even the most dismissive’ of buyers. 2. It’s Memorable - Video can grab browsers’ interest as they can scroll. . .
- Mar 05, 2018
Optimizing Your Content For Voice Search
Does Voice Search Matter? When it comes to voice-activated speakers, 72% of people with home speakers state using theirs is part of their daily routine. Some even see the device more as a friend or assistant than a search engine. Mobile voice. . .
- Feb 26, 2018
Gain Customer Feedback And Trust With Well-Managed Reviews
The Importance Of Reviews If you think this isn’t something you need to worry about, think again. Your online presence matters. Results compiled by Invesp are surprising: 90 percent of consumers read online reviews before visiting a. . .
- Feb 13, 2018
The Benefits Of Email Marketing
Why You Need To Do Email Marketing Email marketing is a powerful tool that has four main purposes: 1. Social Proof And Brand Loyalty Thanks to Canada’s anti-spam laws, the people on your email list want to be there! That’s great news. . .
- Jan 29, 2018
Can Schema Markup Help You Get Clicks?
These are all examples of attention-grabbing rich results, and they’re just one of the reasons why schema. org markup’s profile has risen in SEO and marketing industry news over the last few months. What Is Schema. org Markup? Schema. . .
- Jan 06, 2018
Developments In The Tech Industry and Predictions For 2018
Trend #1: The Use of Artifical Intelligence Over the past few years, Artificial Intelligence and concepts related to it, such as machine learning; natural language processing; deep learning; and its relation to the Internet of Things (IoT) have. . .
- Dec 22, 2017
How to Develop Effective Link Building Strategies
Investing in SEO services can provide your business: Brand visibility Credibility Increased traffic Unmatched insight into your target market A high ROI Affordable Calgary SEO Services That Will Build Your Business The. . .
- Dec 20, 2017
How to Make The Most Of Your Online Advertising Budget
Affordable SEO services at our Calgary Digital Marketing Company Hiring the right SEO company can lower your overall marketing costs dramatically, improve your rankings and increase your leads and customers. At Stylelabs, we have a dedicated and. . .
- Dec 12, 2017
3 Digital Marketing Trends to Look Forward to in 2018
While digital marketing is very effective in engaging potential clients, it also has a host of other benefits for your business. For example, it can: improve your conversion rates. allow you to reach larger audiences. help you tailor your. . .
- Dec 06, 2017
5 Tips For Writing Great Meta-descriptions
In addition, investing in SEO services can have many benefits for you company as it will increase: Your website’s visibility User traffic Your conversion rate Your ROI Digital Marketing and SEO Services in Calgary It is every. . .
- Nov 29, 2017
4 Tips For Creating a Successful Google AdWords Campaign
Digital marketing effective in engaging clients, it also has many other benefits for your business, and also: improves your conversion rates. allows you to reach larger audiences. helps you tailor your marketing message to individual’s. . .
- Nov 09, 2017
How To Reach Your Target Audience Using Social Media
Reaching Your Target Audience Using Google AdWords or Social Media Most businesses nowadays are aware of the increased reach that social media provides, and the opportunities that it offers in terms of interacting with customers, promoting brand. . .
- Jul 31, 2017
4 Reasons Why You Should Hire a Professional Web Designer
This includes: Regularly updating your content Using the latest search engine optimization techniques Ensuring you have a killer website design to stand out in the market Make your Brand Stand Out! It may seem simple enough to. . .
- Jul 10, 2017
Creating a Strong Web Presence for Your Small Business
Why Your Online Presence Matters Investing in a good digital marketing strategy, including search engine optimization and building a strong social media presence will: Lead to better conversion rates Bring in more customers Build brand. . .
- Jan 24, 2017
7 Years Today :)
7 years ago TODAY, Salina was pregnant with this punk, and we took every single penny we had, everything we had earned through EStyle from 2005-2010, and we decided to reinvest in a vision. Samurai. Samurai wasn't just a technology, it. . .
- Oct 15, 2016
Entrepreneurial Fire
When I was a kid, my Dad used to tell me often, that he didn't see the fire in my eyes. That I didn't have that fear in the pit of my stomach. Yesterday, I got to thinking. . . Know why we run faster when we are chased? It's because. . .
- Aug 28, 2016
Respect Everyone, Work Super Hard, Love Your Family
Recently, I was at a client event where a colleague of ours introduced us to her new boyfriend, Richard. He was about my age, very well put together, a great conversationalist and funny as hell. Somebody asked him what he did for a living. . . .
- Jun 27, 2016
Entrepreneurship is NOT Glamourous
There is a stigma attached to "management" and "leadership" of ruling by fear, aggressiveness, assertiveness, that I believe is clearly misconstrued. Often I get accused of being short, harsh and abrupt. I know many of my clients, colleague, and. . .
- Apr 21, 2016
Our Roots - The TBE Venture
7 years ago today I started this new venture. We called it "Tech - by eStyle" We launched this in response to the '09 downturn, and over the next six months, it did well enough to flatten the short term drop to eStyle's sales AND. . .
- Apr 06, 2016
Miryah Scott Discusses Digital Marketing at the Samurai Speaker Series
I’d like to tell you a little bit about the history of our company. From 2005 to 2009, our focus was strictly on market research with a speciality in User Experience. Our job was to ensure that the ads, website and billboards that a. . .
- Apr 06, 2016
Leadership Update - Miryah Jade Scott, Vice President, Client Services
Miryah Scott, named Vice President - Client Services at Calgary Based Marketing Agency StyleLabs Inc. Press Release (04/07/2016) Calgary, AB - Almin Kassamali, Founder and President of StyleLabs Inc. ("StyleLabs"). announced today that Miryah. . .
- Mar 15, 2016
CELEBRATING ENTREPRENEURSHIP! - Batman Vs Superman Morning Movie Contest
In our world, every entrepreneur is a SUPERHERO and we’d like to celebrate your conquests! On April 3, we’ll be treating up to 400 lucky entrepreneurs to the Batman vs. Superman movie. Oh, and Popcorn’s on us! All you have to do is sign. . .
- Dec 18, 2015
Congratulations to All of Our Star Wars Contest Winners!
Our Star Wars Contest has officially ended. Thank you all so much for entering and congratulations to all of our winners! We are so excited to see you tomorrow evening for Star Wars: The Force Awakens! We hope that everyone enjoys the film. We. . .
- Nov 10, 2015
Remembrance Day. How Blessed We Really Are
When I was 18, I met the love of my life. A girl who I would eventually marry and have three incredible children with. At 18 I had aspirations of building an empire, driving a fancy car and going on lavish holidays. At 18, I was invincible. I was. . .
- Sep 18, 2015
SEO Is BULL$H*T
SEO is defined in Wikipedia as: . . . the process of improving the visibility of a website or a webpage in search engines via the "natural: or un-paid search results. An entire industry has been built around this concept. Organizations charge. . .
- Sep 18, 2015
Case Study: Heather Robertson - The Original Five
The face of Samurai, Heather Robertson is invading newsstands this month! Heather will be featured in Oxygen Magazine! I met Heather a year ago through Paul Anthony "She's phenomenal" Anthony had said. "I expect BIG things from Heather in. . .
- Sep 18, 2015
Whats Your Marketing and SEO Plan?
1. Define your marketing goals With clearly defined goals, you have something to aim for and a way to measure your progress. Throughout the year we can easily analyze the numbers and see whether your on track. If we don't pay attention. . .
- Sep 18, 2015
Robin Sharma: Exceptional User Experience
I'm a big fan of Robin Sharma. In the last 10 years he's climbed the "leadership guru" ladder and positioned himself as very new age/old wisdom. Like most of his peers, Robin doesn't really tell us anything we don't already know. . .
- Sep 18, 2015
Canada Talent Search: Our Champions
It all started with a pitch. . . One of my clients wanted us to prove to them that our contesting technology worked. They didn’t believe that with an incredible website, social media and passion a community could be built and grown in a short. . .
- Sep 18, 2015
The Power of Twitter, Blogs, and Respecting Your Customers
Last night, I was reading a book on my iPad (very cool by the way). The premise behind the chapter I was reading, was to emphasize the importance of listening to your customers. The author provided the example of Boloco, a Boston-based burrito. . .
- Sep 18, 2015
Welcome To Our Blog
2 years after I finished school, I remember sitting in my office at my 9-5 job thinking to myself, do I want to work for the man or do I want to be the man? ? The next day, I resigned and became an entrepreneur. The reason you're on this site,. . .
- Sep 18, 2015
Its Not Luck - Its Good Marketing
Have you ever noticed how when you ask people how they landed a big client, they’ll often say it was just luck that they were in the right place, at the right time? That right place is called marketing. Wow, What Perfect Timing… It’s. . .
- Sep 12, 2015
Don't Raise Your Voice, Improve Your Arguement
What is anger? What is yelling? It is an expression of frustration resulting from a lack of control over a situation. Like everything else, leadership is a process involving growth and evolution. Correct and continue. Here is my. . .
- May 22, 2015
Second Life
Last year, StyleLabs started exploring virtual environments (specifically second life(“SL”)) in an effort to build an international panel for eStyle. As part of our due diligence/exploratory exercise, two of our researchers (myself included). . .
- May 22, 2015
Woodruff Communications
In the last ten years, blogs have changed the dynamics of publishing and journalism. We had the opportunity to consult for WS for a Blog they were building for Safeway called Table Talk. Our role was to offer digital expertise and feedback at. . .
- Oct 10, 2011
The Amazing Steve Jobs: Farewell To The World
Apple. com is my default landing page when I open my web browser. Why? Because what Apple has done with technology and marketing, inspires me daily, about the possibilities of innovation and entrepreneurship. What popped up today was expected,. . .
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