Online Didn’t Kill the High Street, Don’t Talk Pish
Every time the high street comes up, somebody says the same thing: “Aye, but online businesses killed it.” Naw. They […]
Rants
Online Business
Small Business
Who Counts as ‘Local’ When We Say “Shop Local”?
“Shop local” is one of those phrases that feels unquestionably positive. It appears on posters, council campaigns, and social media
Small Business
Is Online Really Killing the High Street?
No matter where you go in the country, you will hear the same concern: online shopping is killing the high
Local Area
Inverclyde’s Crisis Wasn’t Sudden — It Was Obvious Long Before the 1990s
Recent coverage highlighting Inverclyde’s struggles with depopulation, worsening health outcomes, and a fragile economic base has sparked renewed concern. But
Small Business
WooCommerce vs Shopify: Why WooCommerce Is the Better Long-Term Choice
Choosing an e-commerce platform is one of the most important decisions a business owner can make, and Shopify and WooCommerce
Mental Health Awareness, Small Business
The Unique Frustrations of Marketing a Holistic Shop When You’re Autistic
Running an online holistic shop sounds dreamy, right? Sharing lovely teas and wellness goodies with the world — all while
Wierdest Live Chat
Weirdest Live Chat Moments: Volume 11 – The Porcupine Inquiry
In this volume of Weirdest Live Chat Moments, we delve into an odd but hilarious exchange with a visitor determined to find something—anything—porcupine-related in a holistic shop. Spoiler: we don’t stock porcupine essence.
Social Media
The Unsolicited LinkedIn DM Chronicles: A Tale of Repetitive Offers
Ah, LinkedIn – that magical realm where networking opportunities flourish, and my inbox fills daily with a delightful array of
Small Business
Running an Online Business in Tewkesbury: Because Apparently, We’re the Problem
Let’s talk about the joys (read: absolute pain) of trying to run an online business in Tewkesbury — a place
Small Business
The Struggle of Making a Sale: The Mystery of “Why Don’t They Buy?”
Ah, the beautiful world of e-commerce. A place where dreams of sales and customer satisfaction collide head-on with the cold,