Style Factory Blog — Latest Posts
Below you’ll find links to the latest blog posts from Style Factory. All deal with key issues relating to starting or growing a business – from choosing the right e-commerce platform to optimising your site correctly for search.
Latest posts
Our latest posts (use arrows on right to scroll through older articles)
SE Ranking vs Moz — Which SEO Tool is Better?
In this SE Ranking vs Moz shootout, we compare and contrast two popular SEO tools, and help you work out which one is better for your project.
December 10, 2024
Five Key Reasons to Make YouTube a Big Part of Your SEO Strategy
In this post we share five key reasons why you should consider making YouTube a key part of your SEO strategy.
December 8, 2024
Moz Review — All the Key Pros and Cons
In this Moz review, we explore the pros and cons of an industry standard — but competitively priced — SEO tool. Does it truly provide value for money?
November 26, 2024
SEO PowerSuite Review — Understanding the Key Pros and Cons
In this SEO PowerSuite review, we highlight all the key pros and cons of an affordable SEO tool that works in an unusual way.
November 22, 2024
SEO PowerSuite vs Semrush — Which SEO Tool is Right for You?
In this SEO PowerSuite vs Semrush comparsion, we pit a locally-installed SEO solution against a cloud-based one, and find out which one wins.
November 21, 2024
Overcoming Google’s Helpful Content Update: Is Branded Search the Answer?
In this post, we discuss how a solution to the problems caused by Google’s controversial Helpful Content Update may lie with branded search.
November 19, 2024
Moz vs Ahrefs — Which is Better?
In this Moz vs Ahrefs comparison, we spell out all the relative pros and cons of these two leading SEO tools.
November 9, 2024
Ahrefs Review — All the Key Pros and Cons
In-depth Ahrefs review that outlines all its key pros and cons. Should you use it for your SEO project, or consider an alternative?
November 8, 2024
Squarespace Free Trial — Everything You Need to Know
Key FAQs about the Squarespace free trial, plus resources to help you make the most of it.
November 8, 2024
Advice on running a successful online business
Tips and tricks from Style Factory
Zero Click Content — What Is It? And Why Does It Matter?
In this post we discuss what zero click content is, how to produce it and how a marketing campaign focused on creating it can help your business.
October 24, 2024
10 Key Apps For Startups (2024)
10 key apps for startups — if you’re starting an online business, here are 10 apps you’re going to need to make a success of it.
October 16, 2024
Ecommerce Business Ideas — 10 Key Ways to Start an Online Business
In this post, we share key ideas for starting an ecommerce business. From dropshipping to app development, we’ve got you covered.
September 2, 2024
Building a Squarespace Website — Launch Checklist and QC Tasks
In this Squarespace launch checklist, we walk you through the steps we take to ensure a smooth site build and robust quality control.
August 25, 2024
How to Create a Newsletter in 7 Easy Steps (2024)
How to create a newsletter — a simple checklist you can follow to create beautiful HTML e-newsletters and effective email marketing campaigns.
August 7, 2024
How to Make an Online Store — The 5 Key Steps
How to make an online store — and generate sales with it. A step-by-step guide to getting started with ecommerce.
August 3, 2024
SEO
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SE Ranking vs Moz — Which SEO Tool is Better?
In this SE Ranking vs Moz shootout, we compare and contrast two popular SEO tools, and help you work out which one is better for your project.
December 10, 2024
Five Key Reasons to Make YouTube a Big Part of Your SEO Strategy
In this post we share five key reasons why you should consider making YouTube a key part of your SEO strategy.
December 8, 2024
Moz Review — All the Key Pros and Cons
In this Moz review, we explore the pros and cons of an industry standard — but competitively priced — SEO tool. Does it truly provide value for money?
November 26, 2024
SEO PowerSuite Review — Understanding the Key Pros and Cons
In this SEO PowerSuite review, we highlight all the key pros and cons of an affordable SEO tool that works in an unusual way.
November 22, 2024
SEO PowerSuite vs Semrush — Which SEO Tool is Right for You?
In this SEO PowerSuite vs Semrush comparsion, we pit a locally-installed SEO solution against a cloud-based one, and find out which one wins.
November 21, 2024
Overcoming Google’s Helpful Content Update: Is Branded Search the Answer?
In this post, we discuss how a solution to the problems caused by Google’s controversial Helpful Content Update may lie with branded search.
November 19, 2024
Moz vs Ahrefs — Which is Better?
In this Moz vs Ahrefs comparison, we spell out all the relative pros and cons of these two leading SEO tools.
November 9, 2024
Ahrefs Review — All the Key Pros and Cons
In-depth Ahrefs review that outlines all its key pros and cons. Should you use it for your SEO project, or consider an alternative?
November 8, 2024
Ahrefs vs Moz vs Semrush — Which is the Best SEO Tool?
We compare Ahrefs vs Moz vs Semrush and help you decide which of these leading SEO tools is right for you.
November 8, 2024
Productivity
Tips on how to improve productivity, and reviews of popular productivity apps.
10 Key Apps For Startups (2024)
10 key apps for startups — if you’re starting an online business, here are 10 apps you’re going to need to make a success of it.
October 16, 2024
Microsoft 365 vs Google Workspace — Which is Better?
In this Microsoft 365 vs Google Workspace comparison, we explore two leading suites of cloud productivity apps, discuss the pros and cons in depth, and help you work out which one is best for your business.
June 12, 2024
How to Automate Your Business — 8 Key Tips
Automate your business — tips on how to make running your organisation easier, by using a variety of free or paid-for apps to automate a wide range of tasks.
May 8, 2024
Microsoft 365 Review — All the Key Pros and Cons
In this Microsoft 365 review, we go through the key pros and cons of one of the world’s most popular productivity suites.
May 7, 2024
Capsule vs Nimble — Which is the Better CRM?
Capsule vs Nimble – which of these CRM tools is best for a small business? Our comparison review goes through the pros and cons of each product.
May 2, 2024
Nimble CRM Review — Pros and Cons, Pricing, Features
In this Nimble CRM review, we look at a product which focuses, more than most CRM systems, on social relationships. Is it a good fit for your business?
May 2, 2024
Capsule CRM Review — Is it Right for Your Business?
Capsule CRM review which explores the features of one of the cheapest web-based CRM products on the market. Find out the pros and cons of Capsule.
May 1, 2024
Digital Declutter — 15 Ways to Become More Productive and Less Distracted in 2024
Declutter your digital life in 2023 — 15 top tips to reduce distraction and improve productivity.
January 19, 2024
Adventures in Chrome OS Flex — Turning an Old iMac into a Chromebook
An overview of the steps involved with installing Chrome OS Flex on an Apple iMac, and the pros and cons of doing so.
November 13, 2023
Email marketing
Email marketing tips, plus reviews of popular e-mail marketing apps
How to Create a Newsletter in 7 Easy Steps (2024)
How to create a newsletter — a simple checklist you can follow to create beautiful HTML e-newsletters and effective email marketing campaigns.
August 7, 2024
How to Automate Your Business — 8 Key Tips
Automate your business — tips on how to make running your organisation easier, by using a variety of free or paid-for apps to automate a wide range of tasks.
May 8, 2024
What is Split Testing?
A simple guide to split testing and how it can improve the effectiveness of your digital marketing campaigns.
January 24, 2024
How to Grow an Email List in 2024 — 10 Essential Tips
In this guide, we share 10 key tips on how to grow an email mailing list effectively and discuss how to keep your subscribers engaged.
January 23, 2024
Autoresponders — What They Are and How To Use Them (2024)
Autoresponders — a simple explanation of what they are and how to send them in a way that saves time and generates income.
January 17, 2024
E-Commerce and website design
E-commerce advice and reviews
Squarespace Free Trial — Everything You Need to Know
Key FAQs about the Squarespace free trial, plus resources to help you make the most of it.
November 8, 2024
Squarespace vs WordPress — Which is Better for Your Web Design Project?
In this comparison we explore all the pros and cons of using two of the most popular website builders currently available.
November 8, 2024
Wix vs Squarespace — Which is Better?
In-depth Wix vs Squarespace comparison that outlines all the key differences between two of the best-known website builders available. Which platform is better for your business?
November 8, 2024
Big Cartel vs Shopify — Which is Better for Your Online Store?
An in-depth comparison of Big Cartel and Shopify. Which one is best for your project?
November 8, 2024
Shopify vs Amazon — Which is Better for Ecommerce in 2024?
In-depth comparison of Shopify vs Amazon. Which platform will get the most attention for your online store?
November 8, 2024
Ecwid vs Shopify — Comparison, Key Pros and Cons
In our Ecwid vs Shopify comparison, we go through the pros and cons of two well-known online store builders. Which one is for you?
November 7, 2024