What is a marketing agency and how can it help your business?
Have you ever wondered, “what is a marketing agency?” Does the term “marketing agency” conjure up images of large London-based creative agencies you occasionally hear on the news? Well, we at Growth by Design are a full-service (and award-winning) marketing agency. However, we are not London-based, we don’t charge those eye-watering amounts of money, […]
ChatGPT vs Google: what the future of search means for your business
Why SME owners cannot afford to ignore this change In this blog, we compare ChatGPT vs Google and explore the implications of the rise of AI-driven search for businesses of all sizes. Make no mistake: the changes taking place are significant, and understanding them is essential if you want to stay visible to your […]
Why video content matters in marketing
There’s no doubt that video content has become one of the most powerful tools in modern marketing. It’s engaging, easy to digest, and highly shareable. More importantly, search engines like Google increasingly prioritise video when ranking content. In other words, video isn’t just an optional extra in your marketing strategy; it matters if you want […]
Protecting your online assets with secure website hosting
Cybersecurity issues have hit in the headlines several times during 2025. From HMRC detecting unauthorised access to customers online accounts to the high-profile cyberattacks on Marks & Spencer and the Co-op, it’s clear that no organisation, large or small, is immune to digital threats. If such well-resourced companies and government departments can be affected, imagine […]
Crafting an effective email marketing strategy for your business
Email remains one of the most reliable, cost-effective and measurable ways to connect with your audience. It’s direct, personal and universal. However, sending emails without a clear email marketing strategy is guesswork, like navigating without a map; progress is possible, but direction is uncertain. However, with the right email marketing strategy, you can […]
Enable communication with your prospects through alliances and introducers
Why partnerships/alliances and introducers matter for growth For small and medium-sized businesses, growth often feels like a balancing act. You might have invested in a new website, built a social media presence, or even launched advertising campaigns, but results still plateau. It is easy to assume the solution lies in spending more money on […]
The benefits of partnering with a professional WordPress web design agency
We all interact with websites every day – searching for information, comparing services, or making purchases. For businesses, a website isn’t simply a pretty online brochure; it’s often the lifeblood of your business and its growth (or at least it ought to be!). Your website should not only look professional but also function properly, […]
Google AI Mode arrives in the UK, heralding a new era for SEO
This blog explores how Google AI Mode is changing SEO, and it includes several technical terms and concepts related to AI search, website optimisation, and Google’s evolving algorithms. If you are not familiar with terms like multi-modal, schema markup, or query fan-out, don’t worry, we have created a jargon-free explanation of each at the […]
Understanding what is strategic marketing: a guide to long-term business growth
Understanding what is strategic marketing: a guide to long-term business growth. Why do so many businesses, and in particular SMEs, struggle with consistent growth? Often, it is not a lack of ambition or effort, but the absence of a clear, long-term marketing strategy. Short-term fixes and reactive campaigns may produce temporary growth spikes, but they […]
Instagram content goes public in Google search results: how a social media marketing agency UK can support
From 10th July 2025, Instagram will automatically allow public photos and videos from professional accounts to appear in search engine results, including Google and Microsoft Bing, unless you opt out. Even if your target audience is not heavily on Instagram, this shift means more content will surface in organic search results. For SMEs, […]