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5 Ways to Improve your SEO Ranking

You may have heard the term SEO a lot when looking at the web design industry, but what actually is…

Web Design • 5 min read 5 minute read
Custom vs Template: A Debate

So, it is time for you to invest in a new website, but now you are faced with the tricky…

Web Design • 4 min read 4 minute read
Web accessibility: why every website needs it

When creating a website, one of the most important things you can do is make it accessible. What we mean…

Digital Marketing • 4 min read 4 minute read
Why should you invest in Social Media Management? 

Social media has become one of the most important tools in a digital marketing strategy and is probably the most…

Web Design • 4 min read 4 minute read
7 key features of an about page 

An about page is an integral part of your website. It’s the place that people will go to find out…

Misc • 4 min read 4 minute read
5 Tips to Improve Your Copywriting

Copywriting is one of the most important (and understated) aspects of a good marketing strategy, and a good website. In…

Misc • 5 min read 5 minute read
UI Web Design Trends for 2023

The world of design is everchanging. Every year, we see new trends entering the UI (User Interface) design space, and…

Digital Marketing • 4 min read 4 minute read
How to use social media to make your brand stand out

Social media has become a blessing for small businesses. It allows brands who might not have the biggest budget to…

Digital Marketing • 3 min read 3 minute read
Best Practices to Ensure a Successful Blogging Section

Getting good at copywriting can be really beneficial to people in the content marketing game, in fact it can be…

Misc • 3 min read 3 minute read
Why Colours are Important for your Brand

Colours enrich our lives every day, so-much-so, that we almost don’t even realise they’re there. We do realise them, however,…

Web Design • 3 min read 3 minute read
5 Key Elements of Effective Web Design

When it comes to getting the most out of your brand’s digital presence, knowing how to utilise the power of…

Digital Marketing • 3 min read 3 minute read
How To Utilise LinkedIn As A Brand

In 2022, LinkedIn is emerging as one of the leading corporate-based social media websites available to working professionals within the…

Web Design • 4 min read 4 minute read
5 Signs You Need to Update Your Website Design

In the incredibly fast paced and ever-changing world of digital marketing, staying on top of your game means taking an…

Digital Marketing • 3 min read 3 minute read
Key Aspects of Effective Marketing Campaigns

Marketing campaigns can be a lot more complex than you might first realise, plenty of behind the scenes work from…

Web Design • 3 min read 3 minute read
The Importance of Website Accessibility

With so many internet users from varying demographics traversing the digital landscape in 2022, making your brand as palatable as…

Digital Marketing • 3 min read 3 minute read
The Benefits of Video Marketing

In 2022, viral videos dominate social media across all subgenres – from entertainment to advertisement, and everything in between.   It’s…

Web Design • 3 min read 3 minute read
Why You Need a Portfolio on Your Website

No matter how many marketing channels you use and whatever content you choose to post, your website is the hub…

Digital Marketing • 3 min read 3 minute read
The Benefits of Digital Transformation in Modern Marketing

Digital transformation is the process of integration of digital technology to your business, changing the way you market, operate and…

Digital Marketing • 3 min read 3 minute read
A Beginners Guide to Inbound Marketing

No one likes being bossed around and coaxed into a purchase, it never feels like the right decision if a…

Web Design • 3 min read 3 minute read
Testimonials on the Homepage, Yay or Nay?

Testimonials and reviews from previous clients or buyers can be a key turning point in a potential customer’s decision to…

Web Design • 3 min read 3 minute read
Websites For Local Businesses – A How To Guide

With the digital age in full swing, your local business may not be thriving quite as much as it used…

Web Design • 3 min read 3 minute read
An Insight Into Videos In Website Design

The world is an amazing and technologically advanced place. With every passing day, there are new breakthroughs in the digital…

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Why Branding Is So Important In Business

We’re going to be honest with you, it’s pretty difficult in the current climate to not have any form of…

Digital Marketing • 3 min read 3 minute read
Using AI to Optimise Your Marketing

Technical evolution over the last decade or so has allowed for an infinite amount of directional possibilities in terms of…

Web Design • 3 min read 3 minute read
Getting the Most Out of Your Blog Functionality

At Sleeky, we offer a few different bundles of functionality and integrations, the most common within our clients being a…

Digital Marketing • 4 min read 4 minute read
Why You Should Consider Marketing on TikTok

By now we should all know what TikTok is. Named as one of the fastest growing social media platforms of…

Web Design • 3 min read 3 minute read
User Experience Over Functionality?

Features and functionality don’t win over customers – a solid user experience (UX) does. If a user can easily navigate…

Digital Marketing • 4 min read 4 minute read
Should You Use Twitter for your Business

You may already be using Twitter to keep up with real-time information, trending news and to share ideas. So you…

Digital Marketing • 6 min read 6 minute read
Make your LinkedIn Business Page Stand Out

Is your brand making the most out of LinkedIn? Although far removed from other social media networks such as Instagram…

Digital Marketing • 6 min read 6 minute read
10 Ways You Can Increase Your Facebook Engagement in 2022

In our experience, Facebook can be one of the hardest social media platforms to gain attention and engagement from. However,…

Ecommerce • 5 min read 5 minute read
6 Elements You Must Have for Your Landing Page

Surprisingly, landing pages are one of the most important elements to increase conversions and create that important first impression of…

Digital Marketing • 5 min read 5 minute read
PPC – Is it still worth it?

Seeing results from your PPC advertising isn’t always easy. Your campaign needs to be effective, powerful and viable at targeting…

Digital Marketing • 2 min read 2 minute read
Start-Up Business and Entrepreneurs – How We Can Help

Having a unique business idea you want to pursue is all well and good, making it come to life and…

Web Design • 3 min read 3 minute read
Making Your Website Stand Out From the Crowd

As of January 2022, there are 1.92 billion active websites on the internet, making it all the more important for…

Misc • 3 min read 3 minute read
Where to Start With Selling Online

Moving your sales strategy online can be a daunting task for the inexperienced, especially if you have no prior online…

Web Design • 3 min read 3 minute read
Why You Shouldn’t Build Your Own Website

As you may know already, we are a web design agency specialising in everything digital. But why pay someone else…

Web Design • 3 min read 3 minute read
A Brand New Look for HLF Group

Our friends over at HLF group came to us for a swanky new website with heaps of functionality and of…

Ecommerce • 2 min read 2 minute read
E-Commerce, Remote Working and Online Growth

Over the last two years, the way we work has undergone drastic, potentially irreversible, change. As much as we will…

Web Design • 3 min read 3 minute read
Hosting – What it is and Why its Important

Here at Sleeky, we offer hosting and support to all our clients! But what exactly is hosting, why is it…

Misc • 4 min read 4 minute read
We Can Help Build Your Brand

Here at Sleeky, we want to help build your brand to the highest quality and leave a lasting impression for…

Digital Marketing • 5 min read 5 minute read
Tips for Growing Your Instagram

With more than 1.3 billion users, it is safe to say that Instagram is a popular social media app. And…

Digital Marketing • 4 min read 4 minute read
What is Ad Tracking and Why Should You Use It?

Ad tracking is an excellent way to find out how your users are interacting with your campaigns, and in particular…

Digital Marketing • 3 min read 3 minute read
Modern Digital Marketing Approaches Worth Considering

Gone are the days of ‘chat with a customer advisor’ and in comes chat-bots and AI along with many new…

Web Design • 2 min read 2 minute read
Sleeky Speciality: Flexible Layout System

Here at Sleeky, we continue to be hugely impressed by the Flexible Layout System for building websites. Now as one…

Digital Marketing • 2 min read 2 minute read
How SEO Works

It’s easy for a website to get lost out there in the vast plains of the internet, Search Engine Optimisation…

Digital Marketing • 2 min read 2 minute read
The Importance of Regular Client Communication

Communication is a key aspect of our daily lives, this is no different when it comes to business and undertaking…

Web Design • 3 min read 3 minute read
The Importance of HQ Imagery on your Website

The aesthetic appeal of a company’s website is often deeply underestimated by business professionals and owners alike. From the font…

Web Design • 3 min read 3 minute read
Predictive Search Function – What is it and Why Does it Win You Clients

We have all been in that position. Open up Google, only to not know the name of the product or…

Digital Marketing • 2 min read 2 minute read
Using Social Media to your Advantage

We can assume you know of most of the social media platforms by now, but are you using them effectively…

Digital Marketing • 3 min read 3 minute read
Your Website is an Extension of Your Brand

In the age of modern digital marketing, your website is your brand’s digital home. There is an endless amount of…

Ecommerce • 3 min read 3 minute read
Customer Review – Love or Hate, they are all Important

Customers are everything to the success of a product. It’s obvious that if you have no customers, you’ll have a…

Digital Marketing • 4 min read 4 minute read
Your Video Marketing is Important

Are videos on your website worth it? We think so. When done well, videos can be a powerful and effective…

Digital Marketing • 3 min read 3 minute read
All You Need To Know About Banned Hashtags

When your business has an Instagram account, hashtags become an important part of your strategy. But did you know that…

Digital Marketing • 3 min read 3 minute read
Music and How it Affects Your Branding

It is exceedingly rare you will find someone who doesn’t enjoy listening to music. Having been present within society for…

Misc • 3 min read 3 minute read
Three Showstopping Website Features

Grabbing the attention of your potential client base through online branding is a vital part of marketing in the digital…

Web Design • 3 min read 3 minute read
Why You Should Consider Illustrations For Your Website

Within an endless sea of website designs, the phrase “A picture is worth a thousand words” conveys just how important…

Digital Marketing • 5 min read 5 minute read
New Year New Me – Contemporary ideas for your digital presence

Building a strong digital presence is more than just existing online. You may exist, but you also need to boost…

Misc • 4 min read 4 minute read
How To Boost Your Sales With Digital Marketing

In this competitive market and the prominence of online shopping, understanding how to boost online sales has become increasingly important.…

Branding • 3 min read 3 minute read
Sell a Lifestyle Through Your Branding

We all want to connect and create the perfect experience for our consumers. But how do we do this? Well,…

Misc • 3 min read 3 minute read
Millennials are Having Fun on TikTok

We’ve all been there. Mocked it, claimed we were never going to download that app, then all of a sudden,…

Digital Marketing • 4 min read 4 minute read
Last Minute Ideas For Festive Promotions

Suddenly we are in December (where have these last few months gone). But, have you suddenly discovered you have no…

Misc • 3 min read 3 minute read
Importance of Domain Authority

So. What is Domain Authority? And should we really be striving to improve it? Here, we’ll take you through the…

Misc • 3 min read 3 minute read
Catch Up with the Sleeky Team

Although 2021 has been another challenging year, this hasn’t stopped our team from doing what they do best. From trialling…

Digital Marketing • 3 min read 3 minute read
Digital Marketing Trends to Consider for 2022

Can you believe it’s almost 2022? Nope, we can’t either. But, the beginning of another year means that you need…

Web Design • 2 min read 2 minute read
CTAs: Where, When and How to Use Them Successfully

If you’ve ever done research on what a successful website should include, the chances are you’ve come across Calls to…

Web Design • 2 min read 2 minute read
Our Predictions of 2022 Web Design Trends

With 2022 creeping up on us, whether they are fun and lively or more chilled out, it is important to…

Branding • 3 min read 3 minute read
Colour Psychology and how can it help your website

The colours you choose for your website have the power to convey much more than just your aesthetic. Colours can…

Branding • 2 min read 2 minute read
How to Elevate Your Business with Brand Guidelines

Want to stay organised? Consider putting together some brand guidelines. These will help your audience and those you work with…

Misc • 2 min read 2 minute read
Why You Should Opt for Professional Copywriting

If you’re finding it difficult to keep up with creating fresh and engaging copy for your website, why not look…

Branding • 2 min read 2 minute read
5 Rules of Logo Design

When it comes to your brand, designing an effective logo that is both engaging and memorable can be tricky but…

Web Design • 4 min read 4 minute read
Why You Should Future-Proof Your Site Today

With new algorithms appearing almost by the second and online strategies being developed to adapt to these, digital marketing is…

Digital Marketing • 3 min read 3 minute read
Top 5 Tips for Your Digital Presence – Food and Drink Industry

If you own a restaurant or café, you might already have a digital presence, or you could be thinking about…

Misc • 3 min read 3 minute read
Digital Marketing Glossary – Everything You Need to Know

When it comes to digital marketing, trying to remember all the terms can seem like a daunting task, especially if…

Misc • 2 min read 2 minute read
How to Engage in Competitor Analysis for Your Website

In an increasingly competitive world, it’s important to take steps to ensure your brand will stand out from others. One…

Digital Marketing • 3 min read 3 minute read
Trends to Consider for Your Last-Minute Festive Marketing Strategy 2021

As the months quickly disappear and we edge closer to Christmas, when it comes to planning your festive marketing strategy,…

Digital Marketing • 3 min read 3 minute read
Why You Should Be Using LinkedIn to Pitch and Advertise Services

If you’re a B2B brand who’s currently using Instagram, Facebook or any other platform then that’s great, but have you…

Misc • 3 min read 3 minute read
Three Tips for Building Your Online Business Strategy

When building a brand online, rather than diving straight into it, you’ll need to do some in-depth research. This might…

Misc • 3 min read 3 minute read
How to Create a Successful Lead Generation Strategy

Thinking about effective methods to keep your customers engaged is incredibly important when it comes to the success of your…

Misc • 2 min read 2 minute read
How Did the Facebook Blackout Affect Businesses?

On Monday evening, the popular social media platforms, Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp suddenly became unavailable to users across the world,…

Misc • 4 min read 4 minute read
How to Create a Client Profile for Your Target Audience

“Client profiles”, “customer profiles”, “buying personas”… are terms that are thrown around pretty often and more or less boil down…

Misc • 2 min read 2 minute read
How to Secure Your Website: The Importance of SSL Certification

Securing your website is absolutely essential. Put it this way, you wouldn’t walk away from your home and leave the…

Misc • 3 min read 3 minute read
Update The Look of Your Website With These 3 Easy Tips

The digital world is one that moves at the speed of knots. Before you know it, what was cool and…

Web Design • 2 min read 2 minute read
Sleeky Insights: The Process Behind Your New Custom Website

All websites built by our talented team are completely bespoke and built to our client’s unique specifications. Our in-house experts…

Misc • 2 min read 2 minute read
The Importance of Onsite Search Engine Optimisation: Three Quick Tips

By failing to optimise your website correctly, you’re missing out on the full potential of Search Engine Optimisation and what…

Web Design • 2 min read 2 minute read
One-Page Sites: The Pros and Cons

Over recent years, an increasing number of individuals and businesses have been opting for one-page sites, also known as “parallax…

Branding • 3 min read 3 minute read
Tips for Creating a Well-Defined Brand Online

When you start a business, building a brand across your website and social platforms is essential in developing the right…

Digital Marketing • 2 min read 2 minute read
Steps to Consider when Planning Your Website

Planning out your website can seem daunting at first so it’s important that you take a step back and evaluate…

Digital Marketing • 3 min read 3 minute read
Instagram’s Professional Dashboard & Why You Ought to Explore It

Instagram’s professional dashboard debuted this year and is conceived of as a hub of tools to help users streamline administrative…

Web Design • 2 min read 2 minute read
How to Make Your Website as User Friendly as Possible

When it comes to running a business, it’s important to tell customers what you’re about and how you can help…

Web Design • 3 min read 3 minute read
The Lowdown On Mobile First and Why It’s an Increasingly Important Strategy in Web Design

“Mobile first” is a design concept that can revolutionise the way that your customers experience your website across a variety…

Misc • 2 min read 2 minute read
One Image is Worth a Thousand Words

Why good imagery is vital & how we do it. When running your own business, it’s important to include excellent…

Misc • 3 min read 3 minute read
How to Ensure That Your Digital Marketing Internship Application Stands Out

Digital marketing is currently one of the most prolific industries, with a lot of jobs available at every turn. However,…

Digital Marketing • 2 min read 2 minute read
Why You Should be Planning Your Social Media Content in Advance

It’s no ad-hoc job It’s no secret that great social media content is vital in this day and age to…

Misc • 3 min read 3 minute read
Round Up of 2021 So Far

2021 has been a year like no other for many reasons. We are incredibly proud of all that has already…

Ecommerce • 3 min read 3 minute read
The Rise Of Shoppable Socials: Why You Should Sell Via Facebook

Yes, that’s right. You blinked and, well, suddenly social media became social commerce.  In 2021, some of the most prolific platforms…

Misc • 2 min read 2 minute read
The Crucial Importance of Responsive Web Design

With today’s internet users switching constantly between desktops, laptops, tablets, smartphones and even their TV’s throughout their day, it’s imperative…

Digital Marketing • 3 min read 3 minute read
Tips For Online Success: The Toon Edition

Looking to get your local business rising to the top when it comes to search engine results on prolific sites…

Web Design • 2 min read 2 minute read
Web Design: Custom vs Template Websites

When deciding which type of website you should go for, it is important to understand and evaluate all the options…

Misc • 2 min read 2 minute read
Sleeky Insights: An Intern’s Experience

Sleeky nurturing young talent. Hannah joined the Sleeky team earlier this year through The Kickstart Scheme, a government-funded initiative that…

Misc • 2 min read 2 minute read
Sleeky Insights: A Day In The Life Of Our Graphic Designer

Meet Molly, the creative and visual force behind Sleeky’s web design projects. In this chapter of Sleeky Insights, we take…

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