Style Factory Blog — Latest Posts
Below you’ll find links to the latest blog posts from Style Factory. All deal with key issues relating to starting or growing a business – from choosing the right e-commerce platform to optimising your site correctly for search.
Latest posts
Our latest posts (use arrows on right to scroll through older articles)
Shopify Free Trial — All You Need to Know
Key FAQs about the Shopify free trial, plus resources to help you make the most of it.
June 9, 2022
Shopify vs WordPress — Which is Best?
Shopify vs Wordpress — which is best? In this comparison review we go through the pros and cons of each platform to help you decide which one is the most suitable for your business.
June 9, 2022
Ecwid vs Shopify — Comparison, Key Pros and Cons
In our Ecwid vs Shopify comparison, we go through the pros and cons of two well-known online store builders. Which one is for you?
June 9, 2022
Wix Review — All The Pros and Cons
In our Wix review, we explore all the pros and cons of this leading website builder. Find out how Wix performs when it comes to usability, SEO, ecommerce, email marketing and more.
June 9, 2022
BigCommerce Reviews (2022) — Key Pros and Cons of a Leading Store Builder
An in-depth Bigcommerce review which outlines all its key pros and cons. Is this online store builder right for your business?
June 9, 2022
BigCommerce vs Shopify — Which is the Best Online Store Builder?
BigCommerce vs Shopify: which is best? In our comparison review we take an in-depth look at both these leading ecommerce platforms and help you decide which one works for your business.
June 9, 2022
Squarespace vs WordPress — Which is the Best Fit for Your Web Design Project?
In this comparison we explore all the pros and cons of using two of the most popular website builders currently available.
June 9, 2022
Wix vs Squarespace — Which is the Best Website Builder?
In-depth Wix vs Squarespace comparison that outlines all the key differences between two of the best-known website builders available. Which is best for your business?
June 9, 2022
How to Make Your Site More Visible on Google
In this blog post, we share six simple ways that you can improve your site’s search engine optimisation and achieve better rankings in Google.
June 8, 2022
Advice on running a successful online business
Tips and tricks from Style Factory
10 Key Apps For Startups
10 key apps for startups — if you’re starting an online business, here are 10 apps you’re going to need to make a success of it.
June 8, 2022
What is Inbound Marketing?
What is inbound marketing? Find out in our in-depth guide to this important technique for growing a business.
June 7, 2022
Autoresponders: What They Are and How To Use Them
Autoresponders — a simple explanation of what they are and how to send them in a way that saves time and generates income.
May 24, 2022
Checklist for Starting a Business — The 14 Key Steps
A guide to the key things you need to do when setting up a business.
May 18, 2022
Visme vs Canva — Which is Best?
Visme vs Canva — which of these popular graphic design tools is right for your business? Find out in our in-depth comparison.
May 5, 2022
Cyber Security Tips — How to Protect Your Business Online
In this post, we share some key cyber security tips that can significantly reduce the risk of your business being compromised online.
May 5, 2022
SEO
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How to Make Your Site More Visible on Google
In this blog post, we share six simple ways that you can improve your site’s search engine optimisation and achieve better rankings in Google.
June 8, 2022
BigCommerce SEO — 10 Essential Tips
BigCommerce SEO — an in-depth guide to making a BigCommerce store rank highly in search results.
June 8, 2022
How to Speed Up a Squarespace Site — The Essential Checklist
How to speed up a Squarespace site — 9 vital tips on how to make your Squarespace website load faster and perform better in search results.
June 7, 2022
Squarespace SEO — The Definitive Guide and Checklist
Squarespace SEO Checklist — 17 easy-to-follow steps you can take to make sure your Squarespace site ranks highly in search results.
June 7, 2022
What is Inbound Marketing?
What is inbound marketing? Find out in our in-depth guide to this important technique for growing a business.
June 7, 2022
How to Increase Blog Traffic — in 10 Simple Steps
In this article, we share 10 simple ways you can increase traffic to your blog posts — and fast!
June 6, 2022
How to Recover from the May 2022 Core Update
An in-depth look at what a Google broad core update is, why it might have negatively affected your rankings, and what you can do to recover.
May 25, 2022
Local SEO Checklist — 10 Key Tips on How to Rank Locally
Local SEO checklist — 10 simple tips that can transform your site’s performance in local search results.
May 24, 2022
Video: Ahrefs Keyword Research
In this video we show you how to perform simple keyword research with Ahrefs.
May 18, 2022
Productivity
Tips on how to improve productivity, and reviews of popular productivity apps.
10 Key Apps For Startups
10 key apps for startups — if you’re starting an online business, here are 10 apps you’re going to need to make a success of it.
June 8, 2022
Microsoft 365 vs Google Workspace (formerly G Suite) — Which is Best?
In this Microsoft 365 vs Google Workspace comparison, we explore two leading suites of cloud productivity apps, discuss the pros and cons in depth, and help you work out which one is best for your business.
May 26, 2022
Chromebook Review — The Key Pros and Cons in 2022
Should you buy a Chromebook? In this Chromebook review, we take a look at the pros and cons of using a computer that runs Chrome OS.
May 12, 2022
Capsule vs Nimble — Which is the Best CRM?
Capsule vs Nimble – which of these CRM tools is best for a small business? Our comparison review goes through the pros and cons of each product.
January 25, 2022
Nimble CRM Review (2022) — Pros and Cons, Pricing, Features
In this Nimble CRM review, we look at a product which focuses, more than most CRM systems, on social relationships. Is it a good fit for your business?
January 25, 2022
Capsule CRM Review — Is it Right for Your Business?
Capsule CRM review which explores the features of one of the cheapest web-based CRM products on the market. Find out the pros and cons of Capsule.
January 24, 2022
Email marketing
Email marketing tips, plus reviews of popular e-mail marketing apps
How to Create a Newsletter (and a Powerful Email Marketing Campaign)
How to create a newsletter — a simple checklist you can follow to create beautiful HTML e-newsletters and effective email marketing campaigns.
June 8, 2022
Mad Mimi Review — The Key Pros and Cons
In our Mad Mimi review, we take a look at all the pros and cons of one the cheapest email marketing tools available.
June 7, 2022
Mad Mimi vs Mailchimp — A Comparison Review
Mad Mimi vs Mailchimp — which is the best email marketing platform for your business? Find out in this in-depth comparison review.
June 7, 2022
Campaign Monitor Review — Is it Right for Your Business?
In this Campaign Monitor review, we look this well-known email marketing tool, highlight its pros and cons, and try to help you decide if it’s the right fit for your business.
June 7, 2022
AWeber vs GetResponse — A Detailed Comparison
In our AWeber vs Getresponse comparison, we put two leading email marketing tools head to head.
May 26, 2022
Autoresponders: What They Are and How To Use Them
Autoresponders — a simple explanation of what they are and how to send them in a way that saves time and generates income.
May 24, 2022
GetResponse vs Mailchimp — Which is Best?
GetResponse vs Mailchimp: an in-depth comparison. We look at why (and when) you should use one of these two e-marketing tools over the other.
May 24, 2022
GetResponse Review — All the Pros and Cons
In this Getresponse review, we provide an in-depth look at an email marketing platform that offers some quite unusual features.
May 23, 2022
Split Testing — How to Improve Email Newsletter Open Rates
A simple guide to split testing and how it can improve the effectiveness of your digital marketing campaigns.
April 28, 2022
E-Commerce and website design
E-commerce advice and reviews
Ecwid vs Shopify — Comparison, Key Pros and Cons
In our Ecwid vs Shopify comparison, we go through the pros and cons of two well-known online store builders. Which one is for you?
June 9, 2022
BigCommerce Reviews (2022) — Key Pros and Cons of a Leading Store Builder
An in-depth Bigcommerce review which outlines all its key pros and cons. Is this online store builder right for your business?
June 9, 2022
BigCommerce vs Shopify — Which is the Best Online Store Builder?
BigCommerce vs Shopify: which is best? In our comparison review we take an in-depth look at both these leading ecommerce platforms and help you decide which one works for your business.
June 9, 2022
10 Key Apps For Startups
10 key apps for startups — if you’re starting an online business, here are 10 apps you’re going to need to make a success of it.
June 8, 2022
BigCommerce SEO — 10 Essential Tips
BigCommerce SEO — an in-depth guide to making a BigCommerce store rank highly in search results.
June 8, 2022
How to Buy a Shopify Store using Exchange Marketplace — Step-by-Step Guide
How to buy a Shopify store using Shopify Exchange: some top tips for a successful purchase.
June 6, 2022
