The Blue Gorilla Blog

INSIGHTS FOR
SMALL BUSINESS
OWNERS

Practical guides on web design, WordPress, SEO, and AI — written by someone who actually builds and maintains websites for a living.

AI Search for Small Businesses
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AI + SEO

Is Your Website Ready for AI Search? What Every Small Business Owner Needs to Know

ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI Overviews are changing how customers find local businesses. Here is exactly what your website needs to stay visible.

March 2025  ·  6 min read Read →
WordPress vs Squarespace vs Wix
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Web Design

WordPress vs. Squarespace vs. Wix: The Honest Comparison for Small Businesses

An unbiased breakdown of the three most popular website platforms — what each one actually costs, who it is right for, and what agencies won't tell you.

February 2025  ·  8 min read Read →
7 Website Mistakes
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Web Design

7 Website Mistakes That Are Costing Your Small Business Customers Right Now

The most common and expensive website mistakes small business owners make — and how to fix most of them without burning everything down and starting over.

January 2025  ·  7 min read Read →
Local SEO 2025
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SEO

Local SEO in 2025: What Actually Works for Small Businesses

A practical guide to local SEO that cuts through the noise — the specific tactics that actually move the needle for small businesses this year.

February 2025  ·  9 min read Read →
WordPress Security
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WordPress

WordPress Security: 8 Things You Must Do Right Now to Protect Your Site

Most WordPress sites are one missed update away from getting hacked. Here is exactly what to do — and the warning signs your site may already be compromised.

January 2025  ·  6 min read Read →
When to Redesign Your Website
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Web Design

When to Redesign Your Website: 6 Signs It's Time for a Change

How to tell if your website is actively hurting your business — and whether you need a full redesign or just targeted improvements to start converting.

March 2025  ·  7 min read Read →