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Websites I LOVE Series: Goood Friends

May 27, 2025

When I stumbled across a counter-service restaurant called Goood Friends in downtown Columbus, I knew I’d found the latest website for my “Websites I LOVE” series.

Taking Chalk Art to a Whole New Level

May 23, 2025

Maybe you’ve seen some pretty cool chalk art in your day… but I been you haven’t see it in 3D. Meet Jan Riggins, 3D chalk artist!

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The Secret to Avoid Becoming Too Busy

May 20, 2025

Are you busier than you would like? Here are three things you can do to make sure you have enough time for you.

5 Ways to Take Advantage of Springtime as an Entrepreneur

May 13, 2025

If you’re an entrepreneur (or even if you’re not!) here are five ideas for taking full advantage of all the charm and beauty springtime has to offer.

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5 List Ideas You’ll Love

May 5, 2025

Are you a list maker like I am? Whether your style is analog or the notes app on your phone, here are five list ideas you’ll want to start today.

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Why Skipping a Blog is a BIG Mistake

May 1, 2025

Many of my clients are reluctant to start a blog along with their new website. Here are the 5 reasons that always change their minds 😉

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Did You Know You Can Recycle THIS?

April 18, 2025

In honor of Earth Day, here is a list of common household items most people don’t realize they can keep out of landfills and recycle instead!

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I Surrender!

April 14, 2025

When the road signs of life are telling you it’s time to slow down, stop, or turn around, you’d do well to listen.

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Change is Hard… And Awesome

April 1, 2025

Yes change is hard. But after talking with a person who made the BIGGEST change a person can make, I decided we all can handle it. Even you.

5 Things I Did to Improve My Contact Page

March 25, 2025

A recent revamp of my contact page made for more and better quality leads. Do these five things on your contact page, and you can have it too.

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Another Reminder of The Power of Accountability

March 17, 2025

A weekly accountability call with a friend has given my passion project exactly the jumpstart it needed. And you can do it too.

A Perfect Example of a “Niche” Business

March 11, 2025

This sports bar I visited in Phoenix, AZ might just be the perfect example of creating a business for a *niche* audience.

Websites I LOVE Series: Outcast Landing

March 3, 2025

This fishing and cottages website has lots of cool features. Let’s find out what they are and how you can make them your own!

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Why You Can & Should Raise Your Prices

February 24, 2025

A recent conversation with a friend who felt afraid to raise their prices might yield some wisdom and insights for you!

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Something’s Missing… Inspiration?

February 17, 2025

Sharing the stage with two other songwriters was a helpful reminder of something all of us need to be reminded of from time to time.

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Is this note for you?

February 10, 2025

A note from a stranger could be for me, for you, for any one of us.

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15 Signs You’re in the Right Place

February 3, 2025

If you’re in the right place in life, these statements might feel true for you.

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5 Giveaways You Made Your Website Yourself

January 27, 2025

If you made your website yourself, here are the five things to avoid if you want it to look like it was made by a pro!

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Magic Happens. Don’t Miss It.

January 20, 2025

When magic happens in the world, are you being present enough to witness it, or are you letting it pass you by?

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The Sometimes Uncomfortable Nature of Creating

January 13, 2025

Looking into one take on songwriting shows us that the creating process isn’t always easy or even comfortable, but the end result? Pure bliss.

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Web Design Trends Coming in 2025

January 7, 2025

It’s that time again! Let’s take a look at what web design trends we can expect to see more of in 2025.

(Yet Another) Reminder of the Power of Momentum

January 2, 2025

Taking a week off is a wonderful thing to do – just remember what happens afterward 😉 Hint: an object at rest wants to stay at rest.

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We’re All Influencers (All the Time)

December 17, 2024

Each time you choose to do something good, to be kind, to do the right thing, to make the world a better place in a tiny or huge way – it’s not just you that you’re making that choice for.

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5 Thoughtful Holiday Gift Ideas that Won’t Break the Bank

December 9, 2024

What makes a great gift is not how much it cost but how *thoughtful* it is. Here are five ways you can make your recipients feel loved and seen without spending a ton in the process.

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Say Hello to the New Ellanyze Website! (Plus 5 Takeaways for Your Site)

December 2, 2024

My website was 6+ years old and I knew it was time for a change. Say hello to my new website PLUS enjoy five of my favorite parts that you can implement on your own site.

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5 Songs for Thanksgiving

November 19, 2024

Here are five songs that are perfect for listening to and/or sharing with your loved ones on Thanksgiving! Think gratitude 😉

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Zoom Meeting Etiquette: 5 Tips to Rock It

November 12, 2024

Picture-perfect backdrops and lighting aside, here are five tips for making your Zooms as smooth and comfortable as possible for both you and other attendee(s).

Take a “Selfish” Day

November 5, 2024

Why is the word “selfish” in quotation marks? You’re going to have to read this blog to find out.

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Just Imagine!

October 29, 2024

What can you do to allow your prospects to imagine themselves in a new place – the place they’ll be after they take advantage of your services?

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Equipment Doesn’t Matter – Here’s Why

October 22, 2024

What can Charlie Parker, one of the forefathers of the jazz art form, teach us about the importance (or lake thereof) of equipment? Everything.

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