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Tips for Young Creatives
27February, 2021New and don't know where to start? Are you a creative who’s looking for a career doing what you love, but aren’t sure exactly how to get there? I’m Kurtis, Pier5’s Junior Designer and Social Media Strategist, and I’m going to share some of my own...
COVID-19 Stimulus Package Information
09April, 2020Small Businesses are one of the hardest hit by the COVID-19 Pandemic Since Pier5's creation in 2016 we have been dedicated to the health and survival of our business community. The C.A.R.E.S. Act is the government's emergency stimulus program to help our...
Small Business IT Suites
Our team has tried many solutions for organizing and collaborating on projects. G Suite or Microsoft Office 365, find out which system we recommend!
Communicating for Design
The primary job of a web designer is to supply you with the theme, background, or atmosphere you want for your website. But without being able to share your dream, we have nowhere to start.
Why do websites cost so much?
Why is it so expensive to design, develop, host, and maintain a small business website? When should you use SquareSpace or Wix instead of a design agency?
Photography for Websites
Taking photos for a website need a slightly different approach than a typical photoshoot. Learn how to take better photos for a client’s website.
Feedback: The Fast-track to the Website You Want
When working with a web designer, giving feedback is crucial to receiving a …
Small Business Data: Why is it important?
Data analytics is a major piece to the success of a small business. Data gives you the power to improve. Learn what data you should be collecting!
Take Time to Think
Don’t get stuck in the vicious reactive cycle that threatens to overtake us all….
Three Reasons to Hire a Copywriter
Copywriters can craft the right words with the right tone, thereby attracting the right clients to your business…