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How to automate customer service for a small business
Automate customer service in a week: FAQ chatbot, canned replies, auto-routing and order status. Costs from $0 to $150 a month, plus what not to automate.
Cold email subject lines that get replies, and why emails land in spam
Good cold email subject lines are short, specific and honest. 24 examples by situation, what to avoid, why emails land in spam and how to test.
Google Business Profile optimization checklist
Google Business Profile optimization checklist: categories, services, hours, photos, reviews, posts, NAP consistency and what gets profiles suspended.
How much does a landing page cost?
What a landing page costs: builders from about $29 a month, freelancers and agencies per page, plus what is included, A/B testing and ongoing costs.
How much does local SEO cost?
Local SEO costs about $100–$500 a month for a very small business and $500–$3,000 for agency retainers in 2026. What's included, DIY, and red flags.
How much does a Shopify website cost?
Shopify costs €24–€32 a month for the plan, plus payment fees and a build of $0 DIY to $3,000–$15,000+ from an agency. Fees, apps and builds broken down.
How much does a small business website cost in 2026?
A small business website costs $0–$800 DIY, $2,000–$7,600 from a freelancer and $5,000–$15,000 from an agency in 2026. Here is what drives the price.
How to verify an Alibaba supplier before you pay
To verify an Alibaba supplier, check its licence in China's registry, confirm factory or trader, see live video, test a sample and pay safely.
How to choose a China sourcing agent
How to choose a China sourcing agent: how agents charge, seven things to check, red flags, questions to ask, and a low-risk way to test one before a big order.
How to find suppliers in China
How to find and verify suppliers in China: where to look, factory or trading company, licence checks, quotes, samples, payment terms and red flags.
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