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)

How to Increase Blog Traffic — 10 Simple Steps
In this article, we share 10 simple ways you can increase traffic to your blog posts — fast!
March 2, 2021

Chromebook Review — Should I Buy a Chromebook?
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.
March 1, 2021

Shopify vs WordPress (2021) — 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.
February 11, 2021

What is Inbound Marketing? (2021) — Definition, Tips and Cheatsheet
What is inbound marketing? In this post we provide an inbound marketing definition, a guide to using the technique, and some top tips for your campaign.
February 10, 2021

How to Create a Newsletter — 10 Simple Steps (2021)
How to create a newsletter — a simple checklist you can follow to create beautiful HTML e-newsletters and effective email marketing campaigns.
February 10, 2021

How to Speed Up a Squarespace Site (2021) — 8 Simple Steps
How to speed up a Squarespace site — eight vital tips on how to make your Squarespace website load faster and perform better in search results.
February 10, 2021

10 Key Apps For Startups (2021)
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.
February 10, 2021

Local SEO Checklist (2021) — 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.
February 10, 2021

Shopify Fees (2021) — A Guide to Shopify Pricing: Which Shopify Plan is Best?
Shopify fees: which plan is right for your business? In this article we look at each Shopify pricing plan and help you work out which one to go for.
February 9, 2021
Advice on running a successful online business
Tips and tricks from Style Factory

10 Key Apps For Startups (2021)
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.
February 10, 2021

Automate Your Business — Key Tips for Saving Time Whilst Increasing Revenue
Automate your business — tips on how to make running your organisation easier, by using a variety of free or paid-for apps to automate a wide range of tasks.
January 28, 2021

Digital Declutter — 15 Ways to Become More Productive and Less Distracted in 2021
Declutter your digital life in 2021 — 15 top tips to reduce distraction and improve productivity.
January 22, 2021

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.
January 21, 2021

Split Testing — A Way to Improve Open Rates and Conversions
A simple guide to split testing and how it can improve the effectiveness of your digital marketing campaigns.
October 21, 2020
SEO
Featured

How to Increase Blog Traffic — 10 Simple Steps
In this article, we share 10 simple ways you can increase traffic to your blog posts — fast!
March 2, 2021

What is Inbound Marketing? (2021) — Definition, Tips and Cheatsheet
What is inbound marketing? In this post we provide an inbound marketing definition, a guide to using the technique, and some top tips for your campaign.
February 10, 2021

How to Speed Up a Squarespace Site (2021) — 8 Simple Steps
How to speed up a Squarespace site — eight vital tips on how to make your Squarespace website load faster and perform better in search results.
February 10, 2021

Local SEO Checklist (2021) — 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.
February 10, 2021

Moz vs Semrush (2021) — Which is Better?
In-depth comparison of Moz vs Semrush — two of the most popular and powerful SEO tools currently available. Which one is best for your business?
January 29, 2021

Semrush Pricing (2021) — Which Plan is Right for You?
In this post, we take a detailed look at SEMrush pricing — and help you work out which of its plans makes the most sense for your business.
January 29, 2021

10 Free SEO Resources (2021) — SEO Tools That Improve Your Site’s Ranking
In this post we share 10 free resources and tools that will help improve your understanding of SEO and increase the visibility of your site in search engines.
January 22, 2021

Squarespace SEO (2021) — Checklist and Tips
Squarespace SEO Checklist — 17 easy-to-follow steps you can take to make sure your Squarespace site ranks highly in search results.
January 20, 2021

Six Simple Ways to Make your Site More Visible in Google Search Results
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.
January 13, 2021
Productivity
Tips on how to improve productivity, and reviews of popular productivity apps.

Chromebook Review — Should I Buy a Chromebook?
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.
March 1, 2021

10 Key Apps For Startups (2021)
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.
February 10, 2021

Microsoft 365 vs Google Workspace (2021) — 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.
December 21, 2020

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.
June 16, 2020

Nimble CRM Review — Pros and Cons, Pricing and 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?
June 16, 2020

Capsule CRM Review – Detailed Review of a CRM System for Small Businesses
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.
June 16, 2020
Email marketing
Email marketing tips, plus reviews of popular e-mail marketing apps

How to Create a Newsletter — 10 Simple Steps (2021)
How to create a newsletter — a simple checklist you can follow to create beautiful HTML e-newsletters and effective email marketing campaigns.
February 10, 2021

Aweber vs Getresponse (2021) — A Detailed Comparison
In our Aweber vs Getresponse comparison, we put two leading email marketing tools head to head.
February 6, 2021

Getresponse vs Mailchimp (2021) — 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.
February 2, 2021

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.
January 21, 2021

Getresponse Review (2021) — 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.
January 14, 2021

Split Testing — A Way to Improve Open Rates and Conversions
A simple guide to split testing and how it can improve the effectiveness of your digital marketing campaigns.
October 21, 2020

Campaign Monitor Review — Is it Right for Your Business?
In this Campaign Monitor review, we look this well-known e-marketing tool, highlight its pros and cons, and try to help you decide if it’s a good solution for your company’s e-marketing requirements.
June 15, 2020

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 1, 2020

Mad Mimi Review — Pricing, Templates, Features, 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 1, 2020
E-Commerce and website design
E-commerce advice and reviews

10 Key Apps For Startups (2021)
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.
February 10, 2021

Shopify Review (2021) — The Key Pros and Cons
Detailed Shopify review which explores all its pros and cons in depth. Is it right for your business?
February 8, 2021

Shopify vs Squarespace (2021) — Which is Best?
Shopify vs Squarespace: which one is best for building your website or online store? In this comparison review we take a look at all the pros and cons of each.
January 20, 2021

BigCommerce vs Shopify (2021) — Which is Best?
BigCommerce vs Shopify: which is best? In our comparison review we take an in-depth look at both these leading e-commerce platforms and help you decide which one works for your business.
January 18, 2021

BigCommerce Reviews (2021) — All the Pros and Cons
An in-depth Bigcommerce review which outlines all its key pros and cons. Is this online store builder right for your business?
January 11, 2021

Squarespace Review (2021) — The Key Pros and Cons
In this in-depth Squarespace review, we look at all the pros and cons of one of the most popular website building solutions available.
January 3, 2021