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Notes on growth

Practical guides on websites, ads, design and video — written for business owners, not designers.

Calculator on printed budget charts beside a laptop, estimating how much a website costs
Website8 min read

How Much Does a Website Cost in 2026? US, UK and Australia

What a business website costs in 2026 in the US, UK and Australia, from DIY builders to freelancers and agencies, plus the yearly running costs.

Analytics dashboard with bar charts and conversion metrics on a laptop screen
Ads7 min read

What Is ROAS, and What Is a Good ROAS for Your Business?

ROAS explained in plain English, with the formula, how to find your break-even ROAS from your margin, and why a "good" ROAS is different for every business.

Sorry we're closed sign hanging on a shop door, like a website that turns customers away
Website7 min read

5 Signs Your Website Is Quietly Losing You Customers

Traffic but no enquiries? These five warning signs show where your website loses customers, how to check each one for free, and what to fix first.

Orange megaphone on an orange wall, a symbol of choosing an advertising channel
Ads8 min read

Google Ads vs Meta Ads: Where Should a Local Business Start?

Google Ads or Meta Ads first? Compare intent, targeting, cost and creative needs, and use a simple framework to decide where a local business should spend.

Hand-drawn website wireframe sketch on paper, planning a landing page or company profile layout
Website8 min read

Landing Page vs Company Profile: Which Does Your Business Need?

Landing page or company profile website? Compare purpose, cost, SEO and ads performance, and learn which one fits your business goal right now.