Design Wizards Blog

Discover how Design Wizards offers comprehensive solutions for both digital and print media. Stay informed with crucial updates in design and technology, ensuring you're well-equipped to meet your publishing needs in both online and traditional formats.

Man and woman in hard hats build
By April Marckini September 10, 2025
WAIT! Before you put on that tool belt and start building your own website...let's talk first.
September 5, 2025
SEO never sleeps—and now there’s GEO. Want to keep up?
A puzzled wizard looks at a computer screen displaying business graphs and charts.
By April Marckini August 22, 2025
Event Counts, Bounce Rates, & New Sessions...Oh My!
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August 20, 2025
Smart agencies outsource web design to boost speed, quality, and profit—without extra overhead. Learn how to do it right.
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By April Marckini August 14, 2025
Just like you lock your doors, your website should be locked to prevent harmful actions!
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July 31, 2025
Offer custom websites and e-commerce solutions to your clients—without building them yourself. Discover how small social media and influencer marketing agencies partner with Design Wizards to grow their services and revenue effortlessly.
graphic depicting mobile responsiveness
By April Marckini July 23, 2025
Ensure seamless user experiences with Design Wizards—mobile responsive design that boosts accessibility, SEO, engagement, and future-proof performance.
Woman staring at her computer screen, trying to figure out how to implement SEO strategies
By April Marckini July 2, 2025
One of the most effective ways to increase visibility is through Search Engine Optimization (SEO), a strategy that helps websites rank higher in search engine results pages (SERPs).
Cute wizard enjoying his social media timeline on a yellow couch
By April Marckini June 17, 2025
Seamlessly connecting your site with platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and others can enhance user experience, boost brand visibility, and drive significant traffic. Check out the tips below, and contact us to get started with a wide ranging digital presence!
graphic of a spider crawling the web
By April Marckini June 5, 2025
What exactly does "SEO-friendly web design" mean, and how can you incorporate it into your website? Let’s break it down.
A man is standing in front of a table with a group of people sitting around it.
June 2, 2025
When you’re running a small marketing or branding agency- every client, every deliverable, and every decision matters.
A layout of a website showing the desktop and mobile view
By April Marckini May 21, 2025
As a web designer and SEO specialist who works with small business owners every day, I can tell you: making a functional website is easy. Making an effective website — one that looks great, drives traffic, and converts visitors into customers — is where the real challenge lies.
A person is using a computer with a screen that says digital marketing
May 14, 2025
Empower your social media agency with Design Wizards—capture traffic, convert visitors, and boost ROI using expert web design and SEO tailored for results.
a fun website graphic that shows a website being built using construction imagery
By April Marckini May 7, 2025
In today’s digital-first world, your website isn’t just a static collection of pages; it’s the hardest-working “employee” your business has. Let’s dive into why your website deserves this title and how you can optimize its performance to get the most out of this indispensable asset.
Man at a desk in an office, hands on head, looking stressed at a laptop.
April 30, 2025
Outsource your website to Design Wizards—get high-quality, responsive, SEO-optimized sites without the hassle. Faster delivery, lower costs, peace of mind.
By April Marckini April 22, 2025
To help you assess whether your website is working for you or against you, we've created a simple quiz. Answer these questions honestly to get a clearer picture of how your website is performing. At the end, we’ll discuss how to improve your site based on your results.
Design Wizard showing how much more branding agencies can relax by outsourcing web design
April 15, 2025
Branding agencies create bold, beautiful brands—but without a strong website, the message can get lost. Discover why partnering with Design Wizards gives agencies the edge: expert web design, seamless collaboration, and a digital presence that truly delivers. Unlock your agency’s full potential with a trusted design partner.
a person is sitting at a desk using a computer and a calculator .
By Bob Vander Vorst January 11, 2024
Simplify publishing finances with Design Wizards’ Billing Manager—streamlined contract entry, automated billing, and robust reports for accuracy and efficiency.
Reports: Maximizing Efficiency and Revenue
By Bob Vander Vorst December 20, 2023
Unlocking the Power of Reports in Print Production 
A woman wearing headphones is typing on a computer keyboard.
By Bob Vander Vorst December 13, 2023
Streamline print ad sales with Design Wizards' Contract Entry Service—cut errors, save time, and boost client satisfaction with expert data handling.
illustration of what a print ad might look like in a phonebook
By Bob Vander Vorst December 6, 2023
In the fast-paced world of advertising, staying ahead of the curve is essential. Phonebook publishers, in particular, are constantly seeking innovative ways to streamline their processes, reduce costs, and embrace environmentally friendly practices.
a stack of papers with binder clips on them
By Bob Vander Vorst November 22, 2023
In a world where time is of the essence, the manual back-and-forth of traditional paper proofs can be a significant bottleneck. Design Wizards understands the need for speed and efficiency, and that's precisely why our Electronic Proofing system is a game-changer.
A white and blue poster with the words `` your ultimate connection to everything '' on it.
By Bob Vander Vorst October 25, 2023
Boost visibility & trust with Design Wizards' online directories—streamlined, user-friendly, and built for local targeting & advertiser success.
inside magazine with article and ads
By Bob Vander Vorst October 6, 2023
Print marketing still works. Discover how blending print with digital boosts brand trust, visibility, and engagement with Design Wizards.
magazine layout, brochure layout, website design, mobile website design
By Bob Vander Vorst September 27, 2023
In a world where advertising has evolved at a breakneck pace, businesses are often faced with a critical choice: do they invest in traditional print advertising or embrace the digital frontier? But what if there was a way to have it all—an all-in-one solution that harnesses the power of both print and digital?
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By Bob Vander Vorst September 13, 2023
Cut costs and increase efficiency by outsourcing your print production to Design Wizards.
Black hat SEO vs White hat SEO learn SEO best practices
By Bob Vander Vorst May 29, 2019
A summary of black hat and white hat SEO techniques and how they can be manipulated to gain unfair website exposure.
Search Engine Optimization tactics best practices for good SEO
By Bob Vander Vorst May 22, 2019
What is SEO? Here's a beginners guide to the basics you should know about SEO and what it can do for your business.
Digital devices sitting on surface
By Bob Vander Vorst January 28, 2019
If you're seeking an SEO services firm, Design Wizards is your company for SEO. We have a team of professionals waiting to assist you, and we're based out of the Midwest.
Inside magazine layout with advertisements
By Bob Vander Vorst January 23, 2019
If you're looking to have a coupon book or magazine created or outsourced, give us a shout to handle everything for you. Focus on sales!
Bismarck Capital Building
By Bob Vander Vorst December 10, 2018
If you're considering web design in Bismarck, then you have to consider Design Wizards to handle the success of our business.
pile of magazines
By Bob Vander Vorst November 28, 2018
In a world of unknowns in business, outsourcing your magazine layout design to professionals and focusing on selling is a viable option.
variety of magazines at stand
By Bob Vander Vorst October 29, 2018
We explain our printing pagination services and what it means to your business.
Man scrolling through website on phone
By Bob Vander Vorst October 16, 2018
We explain simply why we're a solid choice for your web design.
man using laptop to browse website
By Bob Vander Vorst September 26, 2018
Be careful with companies that offer SEO services, especially at the wholesale level. A lot of companies are overseas with black hat tactics that will get your website in trouble.
Magazine layout design
By Bob Vander Vorst September 25, 2018
If you're seeking to outsource your magazine layout design, then you have to consider a USA based team like the Design Wizards. We handle over 225 publications each year, and we're affordable!
group of young people using laptop to search the web
By Bob Vander Vorst September 25, 2018
Outsourcing your web development means you're focusing on sales and growth of your business, not worrying about updates and design.
team of web developers with their hands in a circle
By Bob Vander Vorst September 20, 2018
I give 6 simple reasons why you should be choosing USA based web design solutions for your web development outsourcing needs.
top 5 reasons to choose design wizards for print production
By Bob Vander Vorst September 5, 2018
If you're seeking a print production company for your publication, you need to check out Design Wizards! For over 20 years, we've been producing everything from directories to magazines.