Posts by Cougar Digital
Should You DIY Your Business’s Graphic Design?
There’s no shortage of drag-and-drop design tools out there. Canva, Adobe Express, even PowerPoint in a pinch. And hey, for a quick social post or a team birthday card? Go for it. But not every design task should be tackled solo—especially when your brand and first impressions are on the line. Let’s break down when…
Read MoreHow to Set a Marketing Budget That Works for Your Business
Let’s be honest—most business owners don’t relish the idea of spending their hard-earned dollars. It’s a lot more fun to focus on earning more business than to sit down and plan how to spend your money. So when it comes to spending money on marketing, a lot of businesses just wing it. The problem? Winging…
Read MoreAuthenticity Is Your Superpower: How to Stay Real in a World of AI
AI has quickly gone from an obscure concept to something that’s reshaping the way businesses operate. It’s a game changer for companies looking to streamline their operations and get more done with fewer resources. But here’s the thing: While AI can be incredibly useful, it’s no substitute for what really matters in marketing—authenticity. It’s tempting…
Read More5 Digital Marketing Myths That Could Be Hurting Your Business
Digital marketing is one of the most powerful tools for growing your business—but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. Many business owners hesitate to invest fully in digital strategies because of assumptions, myths, or past experiences that create confusion or mistrust. Let’s break down five of the most common misconceptions about digital marketing, so…
Read MoreNew Year, New Strategy: How to Plan for Success in 2025
As we wrap up the year, it’s time for every savvy business owner to ask: What’s next? If you know anything about business and marketing, you know that a lot changes from year to year, and you can’t maintain the status quo and expect to keep growing. So let’s take a proactive approach and plan…
Read More5 Signs It’s Time to Redesign Your Website
Your website is the foundation of your online presence—often, it’s the first thing prospective customers see when looking for your products and services. But just like your business grows, technology and design trends evolve. That sleek site you launched a few years back? It might be quietly collecting dust. If you’re not sure whether it’s…
Read MoreSEO vs. Paid Ads: Breaking Down Digital Marketing for Small Business Owners
Let’s be real—digital marketing can feel like a cross-country road trip with no map. You hear marketing jargon like “SEO” and “PPC” and “click-through rate” thrown around like confetti, but what does it all mean at the end of the day? And, more importantly, how do you know where to put your hard-earned marketing dollars?…
Read MoreA Tale of Two Businesses & The Impact of Online User Experience
Imagine this scenario: It’s a Saturday evening, and you discover a colony of ants has invaded your kitchen. With two young kids and a house party planned for the next day, you urgently need to find a pest control company. You turn to Google, hoping for a quick fix. This is where our story begins—a…
Read MoreVideo Advertising in the Age of Streaming
Gone are the days when advertising on television was the only way to reach a large audience through video. No longer do businesses need to spend tens of thousands of dollars per month on expensive TV contracts and specific time slots. The internet has revolutionized how we consume media, and video advertising has followed suit.…
Read MoreTips & Tricks to Make Blogging Easier and More Effective for Your Business
If you clicked on this article, odds are that you understand the value blogging can have for your business. But let’s face it: coming up with engaging content on a regular basis can be overwhelming. The struggle to find fresh ideas is real. In this article, we’ll explore some tools to help you brainstorm blog…
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