website security internet security cyber security

Website security is always a top concern when building or maintaining a website. But most people don’t fully understand what they’re securing, or what they’re protecting themselves from. I’d like to share some basic information and preventative measures for website security.

A few months ago, one of my client’s websites was HACKED.  I feel this is not an issue most web developers like to talk about as they feel it indicates we did something wrong.  I pride myself on being transparent in my business, and would like to share my experience with how we handled this issue and what we can learn going forward.

Sometimes Security BEST Practices are not enough

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personal branded websites

Personal branded websites can be great for individuals in certain industries!  It is yourself as a website; showcasing you, your accomplishments and whatever you intend it to do!  Why stress to create a brand name when you are the brand itself?

Who should have a Personal Branded Website?

Personal branded websites can be used by individuals in a wide range of industries.

Some of the most fitting would be:

  • Artists
  • Actors
  • Authors
  • Doctors (Dentists, etc.)
  • Designers
  • Bloggers
  • Photographers
  • Health Care Practitioners
  • Nutritionists
  • Individuals with multiple avenues of business
  • Job Seekers (see below)

Personal branded websites are great spaces to display your portfolio, work, information and interests.

And, if you are have a multifaceted business, it’s also a great landing page for visitors to see all your work collectively, before branching off and exploring each section in depth. Read more

This past weekend I developed a WordPress website for a Photographer friend.  She is like a cousin to me, as in long, long, long-time family friends.  And she is a truly talented photographer.  Working with her on developing her new website made me realize how many businesses and organizations take professional photography for granted.  When really they should be using photography as a tool to build their brand’s image.

I built her website using WordPress with the exact same platform and available tools as I can use and have used to build others.   What makes her project so different however is how the quality and professionalism of the images truly makes the website look like a million dollars.

Here are my Simple Tips for Better Business Branding with Images: Read more