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E-Commerce Made Easy
Do you have a product or service you would like to sell on your website? Making it easy for your customers to buy from you is a mantra most online retailers know well. Just as important for many small business owners is finding an e-commerce solution that is easy to set up and to run.…
How To Add A New Page To Your Website
Need a new page added to your website? No problem! Brandicoot clients that have access to their website dashboard can easily add new pages to their website. In true Brandicoot form we have created a simple step by step guide to help get you creating new website pages.
How To Edit Your Website Menu
Brandicoot clients that have access to their WordPress Dashboard have the ability to add new pages to their websites. This step by step guide has been created to show you how to add these newly created pages to your website menu.
WordPress Visual Editor Features
Brandicoot clients that have access to their website dashboard and are creating or editing posts or pages on their website will have noticed that there are two editing modes available for use, the Visual Editor and the Text Editor. In this guide we are focusing on the Visual Editor. This is the default editing mode for your…
BREAKING NEWS! Brandicoot becomes a Google Partner!
Brandicoot is very proud to announce that we are now Google Certified AdWords Partners. To make this news even sweeter Brandicoot are not only the first Google Partner in the South West but also the only Google Partner in Western Australia outside of the Perth metropolitan area! This means that at Brandicoot you’re going to get…
Don’t Be Fooled by Domain Registration Scams
The folks at Brandicoot have received a few phone calls and emails from concerned clients recently regarding domain registration scams, and then we received one ourselves! We thought it’s about time we should share this with as many people as possible, so take 5 and have a quick read so you aren’t the next victim…
How to Create Custom Forms
Brandicoot are masters of building custom forms for their clients, from simple contact forms, questionnaires, and online registration and booking forms that quickly and easily integrate with a variety of third party services such as PayPal. Brandicoot clients that have access to their website dashboard also have the ability to create simple and effective forms…
Live & Launching
We are a busy bunch over here at Brandicoot, and we are so proud to feature our latest website launches below.
Bunbury Museum launches online campaign
Brandicoot are very proud to have been an integral part in bringing the Bunbury Museum & Heritage Centre into the digital landscape. We look forward to watching the Bunbury Museum & Heritage Centre become a valuable resource and voice for the Bunbury community.
The Top Three Reasons You Need Business Cards
Despite living in the digital age when it seems that everyone has a digital device in their hands or plastered to the side of their head, the traditional business card is anything but old-fashioned. 1. Create Solid First Impressions Picture this, you’ve just met a prospective client and they are very interested in your service…
What Are Google AdWords and Why Do I Need Them?
Brandicoot loves making life easier for our clients, so for your benefit we have put together a few insights into Google AdWords and a general overview of how an AdWords campaign can benefit your business. In a nutshell, AdWords are paid placements within a google search query. They are a fantastic lead generation tool and a…
Live and Launching
We are a busy bunch over here at Brandicoot, and we are so proud to feature our latest website launches below.
Brandicoot Celebrates Third Anniversary!
On a chilly winters night in Bunbury, Brandicoot flung open it’s doors for a very special celebration. The occasion… Brandicoot’s Third Anniversary!
It’s time to get Blogging!
Use Latest News posts to promote your business. Is your business running a promotion? Just received a warehouse full of new stock? Invested in the latest technology? Celebrating a milestone? These are just a few great reasons to utilise the Latest News section on your website to Blog! Blogging can help market your business as well…
Essential WordPress Editing Tips
So Brandicoot have built you an awesome website, hooray! For those of you that are able to create your own content, you’ve probably used the WordPress editor a fair amount already but chances are you haven’t realised its full potential. Try the tips below to speed up your workflow, eliminate website styling issues, and give…
SouthWest Job Search Launches
The team at Brandicoot is proud to announce the launching of its latest project: SouthWest Job Search SouthWest Job Search is a free online job site designed to assist job seekers find employment in the South West of Western Australia. Its goal is to match job seekers in the south west with job vacancies and traineeships…
Are people looking for my business on their phone?
There has been a massive growth in the smart phone industry. The Australian Communications and Media Authority believe there are more than 8.5 million adult users in Australia. This influx of smart phone users has seen a dramatic boost in the amount of people surfing the web from their mobile. Is your website mobile friendly? …
How to Deal With Junk Email and Spam
Every single one of us has been exposed to unsolicited emails and spam. It can be quite frustrating to sift through dozens or even hundreds of emails to get to the ones that are important to us. A great deal of your time can be wasted dealing with junk mail and productivity takes a nose…
Need Support With Your Website?
If there is one thing that the team at Brandicoot truly prides itself on, it is their service. We have spoken to many people and businesses that have come to us after having little or no support from their previous web developer once their website is up and running. We understand how frustrating that can…
Deal of the Month!
Wanting to increase your online presence but are not quite sure how? Would you like more traffic coming through to your website? Would you like to create a greater recognition for your brand? The team at Brandicoot have put together a solution that can be tailored for your business, that will target potential…
Brandicoot Turns 2!!
The 1st of July 2013 marked the 2nd anniversary of Brandicoot. From its humble beginnings as 2 one man bands joining forces (Andrew from Minefield Digital Media and Chris from iWorld Creative), it has grown into one of the leading design houses in the South-West. Some of our early clients will remember coming to the granny-flat based…
WordPress Tip – What is a Widget?
I am asked this question quite often, and it is usually combined (or replaced) with the words doohickey, whatsamebob, or gadget thingy. Let me lay your confusion to rest and simplify the term as much as possible. Widgets are small, customisable modules that can be easily placed in your sidebar by dragging-and-dropping them in the order…
Top 5 Ways to Promote Your Website
Everyone comes to find what they need on the internet these days. “I am going to Google that” is the first response most people take when they want to find out more information on a product, service or topic. Most businesses have got themselves a website, but are they promoting it properly? What are you…
Deal of the Month!
We just want to say thanks! Brandicoot recently turned two and we couldn’t have done it without the support of our amazing clients! We love it when our clients tell their friends about us and we want to show our appreciation! This month for each referral that results in a new client, we will…
Google Adwords – Case Study
When it comes to promoting your business, there are an abundance of options available to chose from. Television, radio, newspaper, flyers, websites, social media, the list goes on… But how do you know if your advertising dollar is a dollar well spent? There is one method of promotion that is completely trackable, customisable and targeted…
WordPress Tip of the Month – SEO
Search Engine Optimisation, also known as SEO, is a term that is thrown around a lot by web development and marketing companies. Without fully understanding what SEO is, you can easily be bamboozled by the technical jargon that spews forth from the mouth of these “specialists” and suddenly find yourself committed to some very expensive services.…
Deal of the Month!
No doubt you have already invested a great deal of time and money in the branding of your business. Your company image would have been carefully designed to portray your business in a professional manner, communicating a message that attracts your target audience, creating customer confidence and differentiating your business from your competitors. But how…
Streamlining the Brandicoot Way
The team at Brandicoot are always looking for ways to make life easier for our clients. By offering websites with no upfront cost and a small monthly recurring fee structure, it takes the pressure off small businesses looking at creating a web presence. We have now managed to simplify this even more, by automating the…
Brandicoot welcome Tina Matthews.
Brandicoot welcomes Tina Matthews, the newest member and an integral part of the Brandicoot team. As our Office Manager she’s the go to person for account enquiries and the friendly face that welcomes you at reception. After 20 years of experience working in office management with pc’s we have converted her to worshipping Apple Mac’s…
Introducing Brandicoot’s Lead Generator System
Ranking in Google searches is becoming more difficult with the changes that Google regularly make to the search algorithm. There is, however, one way to guarantee a first page appearance in search results and that is with one of Brandicoot’s new Lead Generator online campaigns. The Lead Generating ads are pay-per-click, meaning that your ads…
Deal of the Month!
Imagine an extra 300 – 1200 pre-qualified leads visiting your website and what that could mean to your revenue. If you know about our Lead Generator, then you know how valuable it is as a tool for your business. If you have not heard about it, then you better take a look right here!! From…
Future Proofing your Business Online
The team at Brandicoot is fully aware that speed, reliability and security are the three primary concerns for everyone using the internet. We are consistently monitoring and reviewing our systems to make sure you are getting the best service delivery possible. To give you some idea of what this entails, take a look at some…
New team member!
Brandicoot welcomes Carissa Howard as the newest member of the team. Her background began with a degree in multimedia but has worked in a variety of creative roles from copywriting through to graphic design, web development and photography. So if you are unsure how to structure your website, have writers block and need some website…
WordPress Tip – Adding Video to your Website
It is said that a picture is worth a thousand words, so can you imagine how many a video is worth? There are so many uses for a video on your website, such as product demonstrations, how-to videos, event footage and news stories. As a Brandicoot subscriber, we give you one of the simplest and…
Deal of the Month!
Because we know that there are many ways to promote your business and get the attention of potential clients, this month Brandicoot are offering something a little different… 600 DL Marketing Flyers 170 GSM. Full Colour Double Sided Includes Artwork Only $399 inc GST -> Save $217.50 This offer is available up to and including…
Reviewing Your Advertising Budget?
That time of year is quickly approaching for a lot of us… the budget review. Are you going to make any changes this year? I hope so!! Not making changes could cost you dearly, in both cash-flow and clientele. The playing field is changing consistently, and modifying your advertising strategies around it is essential if…
Is Your Brand Failing?
There are a number of mistakes that businesses make when it comes to dealing with their branding, and the effect it can have to revenue can be significant. The lack of strategy and inconsistency are the 2 major causes for brand failure. The poor use of branding will make your company look unprofessional and…
Tip of the Week – Quality Support Features
Have you ever tried to make changes to your website and found yourself in the fetal position, on the floor, bathed in tears with clumps of your hair extruding between clenched fists? Breathe a sigh of relief, pick yourself up off the ground and brush your hands clean for the final time! The boys at…
Deal of the Month!
Brandicoot is once again offering an amazing opportunity to promote your business! 97% of search engine traffic goes to websites that appear on the first page of results! Ranking in Google searches is becoming more difficult with the changes that Google regularly make to the search algorithm. There is, however, one way to guarantee a…
Office Opening a Great Success!
A big thanks to all that came along to the Brandicoot Office Opening Party of the 1st Feb, it was a great turnout. A special thanks to Katie Jabs for the fantastic home made finger food! It was absolutely delicious and unfortunately there were no leftovers for us after the event. We would also…
Search Engine Marketing – Part 3
In this step of the series there is going to be a pop quizz, but don’t worry, there are no wrong answers. What it will do, however, is make you think long and hard about where you are spending your advertising dollar. There is a lot of wasted money spent in advertising areas that, if…
WordPress Tip of the Week – Is your website up to date?
Web browsers (such as internet explorer, firefox and chrome) and search engines (e.g. Google, Yahoo, Bing) are constantly trying to improve speed and functionality. Every time a new update comes through, you will notice that they are fixing bugs and adding new bells and whistles. Is your website taking advantage of these or is it…
Brandicoot Official Office Opening Party!
The Brandicoot team moved into new offices just before the Christmas break, then had some time off. Now that they are back, they would love to have you come and see their new digs! What better way is there to check out their new premises than over some great food and a few drinks? So….…
Improve your search engine results – part 2
There are a number of ways that you can personally improve your search engine results. Last month I showed you how simple it is to setup and reap the benefit of using Google Places (click here to review Part 1). This month, I am going to impart some knowledge that has helped website owners boost…
WordPress tip of the week – Imbed a Youtube Video
If there is one thing every website owner wants to do it is to grab the attention of a visitor. There are numerous ways to do this, with one of the most simple and effective ways is to add video content. If your website was developed by the Brandicoot team, then we have made this…
Deal of the Month
During the Month of February, Brandicoot are offering a special deal on business cards! If you order 500 business cards for one of your staff, you can get 500 business cards for a second staff member FOR FREE!!! Business Cards we provide have the following properties: Heavy Stock (350 GSM) Matt cello glaze finish Double…
Brandicoot has moved!
Yes, you heard right. The team at Brandicoot have moved from their office in the burbs into the heart of Bunbury. You will now find us just a couple of doors down from the post office. You can’t miss our new signage! Located on the second story of the heritage listed Remax Lighthouse building (on…
Improve your search engine results – Part 1
Google Places Have you ever searched for something on the internet and seen a map appear with red markers flagged for local businesses that offer goods and/or services related to your search? Well then my friend, you have had a taste of Google Places. Imagine how much this could assist you if it was your…
WordPress Tip of the Week – Creating Custom Forms
Over the years, Brandicoot has built many custom forms for their clients, from simple contact forms to online registration and booking forms that link to online payment gateways such as PayPal. Brandicoot clients that have access to their website dashboard also have the ability to create forms of their own. It is for their benefit…
Stop Paying for Snake Oil
Last month we ran an article entitled “Beware of the SEO Sharks”. We likened the SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) industry to the used car industry of the 1970s. However, I can’t help feeling that this is an unfair comparison – unfair to the used car industry, that is. At least when you purchased a used…
WordPress Tip of the Week – Next Gen Gallery
Here is a quick tutorial on how to use the Next Gen Gallery Plugin to add a gallery of images into a post or page on your website. Before we can upload images to our gallery, we have to create one first . To add a new gallery go to “Gallery” > “Add Gallery…
New Credit Card Facility Available!
Brandicoot are not only growing in manpower and productivity, we are also improving our client services. We are proud to announce the addition of our new credit card payment gateway, simplifying transactions and minimising the invoice paper trail. This streamline system has a number of advantages for our clients such as: automatic payment of invoices,…
How To…. Setup Facebook for your Business
I have seen quite a few businesses set up on facebook incorrectly. People are registering their business as facebook users rather than as a business page. Not only does it have a negative effect by limiting the way you can promote the page, it is also against the Terms and Conditions of Facebook and they…
Deal of the Month
Brandicoot are offering an amazing opportunity to promote your business! We can create Facebook and Twitter accounts for your business and have them professionally branded. The benefits of this are: Social Media is an extremely affordable way to promote your business Increases traffic to your business Helps build strong connections to your clients / audience…
Beware of SEO Sharks
With so many businesses desperate to be found by their customers on the Internet, an industry has developed surrounding something called SEO or Search Engine Optimisation. Unfortunately, it’s an industry that’s rapidly becoming akin to the used car sales industry of the 1970s. You should beware of SEO companies that attempt to blind you with…
7 Deadly Website Sins
In the world wide web, sinners are indeed not winners. Each one of the following website sins are responsible for the loss of a staggering amount of business. The good news is that each of these sins can be rectified, bringing your website into the light. So take heed fellow site owner as I walk…
Why is Social Media important for my Business?
There is quite the misconception that social media is just another phase, or gimmick. It is not just children playing around on the internet. Social media is the fastest growing medium for business promotion. By establishing a good social media foundation, businesses are able to increase the visibility of their products and services with minimal…
Tip of the Week – The Kitchen Sink
When adding a new Page or Post, wouldn’t it be nice to be able to control the look and feel without having to have a degree in HTML coding. Well guess what?! You can!! There is a handy little button on the toolbar that allows you to do just that. It is called the kitchen…