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#01
Web Design 6 min read April 10, 2025

5 Reasons Your Website Is Losing You Customers Right Now

Most business owners don't realise their website is actively turning customers away. Here's how to spot the warning signs — and what to do before you lose another lead.

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SolidState Team
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SEO
March 28, 2025 · 5 min read

How Google Ranks Local Businesses in 2025

The local search landscape has changed. Here's exactly what Google looks at when deciding who shows up first for Sunshine Coast searches.

Local SEO Read
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Business
March 15, 2025 · 7 min read

The Real Cost of a Cheap Website

That $300 website template might cost you thousands in lost business. We break down what you actually pay when you go cheap.

Pricing Read
Tradie construction worker on job site needing a professional website
Trades

97%

search online

March 5, 2025 · 4 min read

Why Every Tradie Needs a Website in 2025

Word of mouth is still important — but 97% of customers search online first. Here's why not having a website is costing tradies real money.

Tradies Read
Website analytics and conversion metrics on laptop screen
Web Design Feb 20, 2025 · 8 min read

What Makes a Website Actually Convert Visitors to Customers?

Traffic means nothing without conversions. We break down the exact elements — layout, copy, CTAs, trust signals — that separate websites that generate leads from ones that just look nice.

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SolidState Team
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Performance
Feb 8, 2025 · 5 min read

Website Speed: Why It Matters More Than You Think

A 1-second delay in load time can drop conversions by 7%. Here's how to check your site's speed and what to fix first.

Core Web Vitals Read
Sunshine Coast beach Queensland Australia local business guide
Local SEO
Jan 25, 2025 · 6 min read

The Sunshine Coast Business Guide to Getting Found Online

Local businesses have a massive advantage in Google search — if they know how to use it. Here's your practical guide to dominating local results.

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Person working on laptop at desk considering DIY website vs hiring a professional
Web Design
Jan 12, 2025 · 5 min read

Should You DIY Your Website or Hire a Pro?

Wix and Squarespace make it tempting to go it alone. But there are hidden costs to DIY that most business owners never see coming.

Platforms Read
Customer using mobile phone to find local business on Google Maps
Free Tool
Dec 30, 2024 · 4 min read

The #1 Free Tool Every Local Business Is Ignoring

Google Business Profile is completely free and can dramatically improve your local visibility. Here's how to set it up properly in under an hour.

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