Ricky Browne

Advice

Useful website advice.
No theatre.

Plain-English guidance for small businesses and sole traders making decisions about websites, domains, costs and developers.

01

Should I Hire Someone to Build My Website or Do It Myself?

A practical guide for small business owners weighing up a DIY website against hiring an experienced web designer.

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02

How Much Does It Cost to Hire Someone to Build a Website?

A straightforward guide to small business website costs in Australia, from DIY builders to freelancers and agencies.

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03

What Questions Should I Ask Before Hiring a Web Developer?

The essential questions small business owners should ask before choosing a web designer or developer.

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04

Best Website Builders for Small Business Owners

A practical comparison of Wix, Squarespace, WordPress, Shopify and professionally managed websites.

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05

What Makes a Good Website Designer?

What small businesses should look for in a website designer, beyond attractive layouts and technical tools.

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06

What Makes a Website Fast and Mobile-Friendly?

How thoughtful design, lean technology and good content make small business websites faster and easier to use on mobile.

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07

Can I Get a Website Built for Under $1,000?

What Australian small businesses can realistically expect from a professional website costing less than $1,000.

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08

What to Include in a Website Project Brief

A clear, practical checklist for writing a useful small business website brief without unnecessary jargon.

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09

Simple Website or Complex Website: What Do You Actually Need?

How to choose the smallest, simplest website that still does the job properly for your business.

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10

Choosing and Buying a Domain Name for Your Business

Advice for Australian businesses choosing, registering, protecting and managing a domain name.

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