Thursday, June 19, 2025

Your Website Is Never “One and Done”


Having a professional-looking website is essential—but keeping it updated is just as important. An outdated site can make your business seem inactive or behind the times, even if you're thriving.

Regular updates help your website:
  • Stay secure and function properly
  • Reflect your latest products, services, or hours
  • Improve SEO so customers can actually find you
  • Keep content fresh and engaging for repeat visitors
Think of your website as a living part of your business—it should grow and evolve with you. Need help keeping it current? A web designer can take that off your plate.

Ryan Stone 
p: 707-480-0959
e: rstone@upwardtrend.org

Terry Minion
p: 707-434-9967
e: tminion@upwardtrend.org

Sunday, June 15, 2025

Happy Father's Day


Happy Father's Day

Ryan Stone 
p: 707-480-0959
e: rstone@upwardtrend.org

Terry Minion
p: 707-434-9967
e: tminion@upwardtrend.org

Friday, June 13, 2025

Why great thinkers ask divergent questions | Natalie Nixon


Asking the wrong questions can hold you back. ‪Natalie Nixon‬ explains how to ask divergent questions to become a great thinker.

Ryan Stone 
p: 707-480-0959
e: rstone@upwardtrend.org

Terry Minion
p: 707-434-9967
e: tminion@upwardtrend.org

Tuesday, June 10, 2025

Focus on What You Do Best—Let Us Handle the Tech


You’re great at what you do. Whether you're a service provider, artist, or entrepreneur, your time is best spent growing your business—not wrestling with plug-ins or broken layouts.

Hiring a web pro means:
  • Less stress and wasted time
  • A site tailored to your specific goals
  • Someone who understands design, UX, and conversions
Let us handle the pixels—so you can focus on your passion.

Ryan Stone 
p: 707-480-0959
e: rstone@upwardtrend.org

Terry Minion
p: 707-434-9967
e: tminion@upwardtrend.org

Saturday, June 7, 2025

DIY Isn’t Always Cheaper in the Long Run


It’s tempting to build your own website using a drag-and-drop builder—but DIY sites often lack the performance, security, and SEO needed to compete online.

Professionally built websites:
  • Rank better in search engines
  • Are built for speed and scalability
  • Come with ongoing support and fewer headaches
Cutting corners today could cost you leads tomorrow. Invest smart, grow faster.

Ryan Stone 
p: 707-480-0959
e: rstone@upwardtrend.org

Terry Minion
p: 707-434-9967
e: tminion@upwardtrend.org

Wednesday, June 4, 2025

The Art of Doing Anything Exceptionally Well ( even if you are not pro )


Want to master anything in life?
In this video, we break down The Art of Doing Anything Exceptionally Well — from mastering your craft to understanding the power of repetition, focus, and patience. Learn the real process behind becoming elite at any skill, with a powerful story of Hokusai, the Japanese artist who created his masterpiece at 73.

Ryan Stone 
p: 707-480-0959
e: rstone@upwardtrend.org

Terry Minion
p: 707-434-9967
e: tminion@upwardtrend.org

Sunday, June 1, 2025

Your Website = Your First Impression


When someone Googles your business, your website is often the first thing they see. If it’s outdated, slow, or confusing, you could lose potential customers in seconds.

A professional web designer ensures your site:
  • Looks polished and reflects your brand
  • Works flawlessly on phones, tablets, and desktops
  • Loads fast and is easy to navigate
First impressions matter. Make yours count.

Ryan Stone 
p: 707-480-0959
e: rstone@upwardtrend.org

Terry Minion
p: 707-434-9967
e: tminion@upwardtrend.org