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Come and Knock On Our Door

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Three's Company -  3 Custom Google Sites Launched This Week We've been working on these Google Sites websites for a while.  Finally received the green light to launch them.  The first two (Sarkis and Diplomat) are redesigns for existing html sites.  They are sister sites, so we linked them together using similar navigation systems and layout grids.  For the ATP site, we worked with their design team to put together visually distinct home page which links to a contact page and a Google Sites micro blog. Sarkis Caterers   Diplomat Banquet Center and Hotel   ATP Marketing Patrick LaJuett manages a website design agency : + LaJuett.com , where he supports clients as a Web technology consultant and search marketing strategy adviser.

Happy Thanksgiving!

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The LaJuett team would like to wish you a Happy Thanksgiving and would like to take this opportunity to extend our gratitude to our clients whom we value greatly. We hope you have a wonderful holiday weekend! Patrick LaJuett manages a website design agency : + LaJuett.com , where he supports clients as a Web technology consultant and search marketing strategy adviser.

New Logo Designed for XLuster

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 Here's a simple logo we designed for a customer in Western NY... Colors: #B8D758 (green), #DCDCDE (light grey), #000000 (black) Font used: Montserrat Patrick LaJuett manages a website design agency : + LaJuett.com , where he supports clients as a Web technology consultant and search marketing strategy adviser.

Creating a Custom Website in Google Sites

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 Here is an example of how Google Sites can be used to create a custom and compelling website. http://www.5ddental.com With a bit of design ingenuity, Google Sites can be used to create great looking Websites.  Start with one of the base templates, and modify the background images, color scheme, and page layouts. Patrick LaJuett manages a website design agency : + LaJuett.com , where he supports clients as a Web technology consultant and search marketing strategy adviser.

WordPress 4.0 Website Migration for ALT

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Redesigned website using latest version of WP Advanced Language Translation The Brief Showcase language translation services Make website easier to maintain Make website mobile responsive for phones and tablets The Method Design: Update WP theme with custom graphics and CSS tweaks Platform: WordPress 4 with plugins (W3 Total Cache, Gravity Forms and Revolution Slider) Social Media: Add links to Twitter, Google+, Facebook and LinkedIn The Result Marketing vehicle will reach potential business clients worldwide CMS framework will facilitate website updates Design adapts to user device for best presentation (desktop, phone, or tablet) Patrick LaJuett manages a website design agency : + LaJuett.com , where he supports clients as a Web technology consultant and search marketing strategy adviser.

New TimelySites Website built using Google Sites

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New TimelySites for Enhanced Communications Solutions Fast loading, search engine friendly, and integrated with Google Apps for Work   Patrick LaJuett manages a website design agency : + LaJuett.com , where he supports clients as a Web technology consultant and search marketing strategy adviser.

Forthcoming Alliance with Timely Sites

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Dear clients: I am pleased to announce a forthcoming alliance with Timely Sites . It is scheduled to take place officially on Sept 1, 2014. On that date our combined agency will begin conducting business as Timely Sites. Our company began offering web design services in 2001. Its success over the past 13 years has stemmed from the referrals of our clients. As a result of those efforts, we have experienced steady growth. We believe that our new larger organization will allow us to provide a wider array of services and top-notch support. There are several things we want to point out that will not change: You will continue to work directly with me. Our fee structure will not change. The services we have provided you in the past will continue to be offered by the combined firm. I will continue to operate from my current office. All the contact information will remain the same. If you have any questions about this exciting news and what it will mean for you, please contact

New Custom Google Sites Designed for Local Clients

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Two if by Google Sites We have many more Google Sites in the design pipeline, but here our the latest.  Freshly developed and launched for locally based clients. Projection Video Professionals Integrated Power Systems International, Inc. Patrick LaJuett manages a website design agency : + LaJuett.com , where he supports clients as a Web technology consultant and search marketing strategy adviser.

Professional Google Sites design for local law firm

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Recently launched a new Google Sites website for a locally based law firm.  I took the html website originally designed 5 years ago and moved it into the Google Sites platform. Professional Google Sites design features: jQuery image slider ( how-to ) Mobile optimized Mapped domain Custom photography with bluish duotone effect Integrated Google Map Links to social networks Drop-down menu system Embedded JotForm Organic SEO - Visit the Osborn Reed & Burke LLP new Google Sites website - Patrick LaJuett manages a website design agency : + LaJuett.com , where he supports clients as a Web technology consultant and search marketing strategy adviser.

jQuery Slider in Google Sites

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How to embed an image slider in Google Sites I found a simple little jQuery image slider that can be easily embedded into Google Sites.  It is fast loading and adapts well when rendering on mobile devices.  Here are the steps I use: Get Unslider: The jQuery slider that just slides. No fancy effects or unnecessary markup, and it’s less than 3kb. Developer page:  http://unslider.com Download files here: unslider-Google-Sites.zip Upload .JS and .HTML files to a new folder in Google Drive Create your banner IMAGES and upload them to the same Drive folder Tip - use a sequential naming convention... 01.JPG, 02.JPG, 03.JPG Modify the inline CSS contained in file unslider.html Modify the transition speed and image timing in file unslider.min.js Share the Google Drive folder and all of contents Copy the URL from share link Insert an iFrame gadget in Google Sites Configure the iFrame gadget settings Paste URL: https://googledrive.com/host/ 0BwbEKZDYh_HCbGw3SXBmS1dfeXc /

Google My Business Locations

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Google My Business Locations Changes to Google's bulk business location management tool     Google has launched a new local business management tool called "Google My Business Locations".  At first glance, this appears to be the long awaited replacement for "Google Places for Business".  In fact the old link  https://www.google.com/local/business/ redirects to a 500 error page. Here is a quick overview of the new interface. Google My Business Locations Landing Page Note the message "We’re adding new features to Google My Business Locations, so please keep an eye out for improvements. Learn more about upcoming changes .     Managing Multiple Local Business Locations For us SEO's, this tool is a great way to quickly diagnose local listing issues for multiple clients. On the screen below, we see that we have a few unverified business, as well as a data conflict and opening hours issue.     Resolving Data Conflict

Business Card Design for Sticky Leads

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Even in the era of social, business cards are a staple of a professional's marketing toolkit Business card design services by Patrick LaJuett Here's a business card we designed with digital printing in mind.  The cost per card is more with digital printing, but file prep and turnaround time is much quicker. The option to print in smaller quantities (100) is also available, which means less business cards sitting around in boxes. Here's a screen capture of the Online printing application

HTML5 + CSS3 DNN website

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Website Resign: Diamond Pro - DNN7 Diamond Pro The Brief Update website with responsive design Update Online branding The Method Design: Updated skin with custom graphics and CSS tweaks Platform: DNN7 with plugins (Revolution Slider) Hosting: ASP.NET 4.0 (Cloud) Social: Add links to Google+, Facebook and YouTube The Result RWD auto adapts to user device for best presentation (desktop or mobile) Improved page speed load and overall site performance Visit the Diamond Pro Website Patrick LaJuett manages a website design agency : + LaJuett.com , where he supports clients as a Web technology consultant and search marketing strategy adviser.

Responsive WordPress Design

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Site Launch: Costich Engineering - WordPress Costich Engineering The Brief Showcase engineering, land surveying & landscape architecture projects Reach new customers via organic search Update Online branding The Method Design: Modified theme with custom graphics and CSS tweaks Platform: WordPress with plugins (W3 Total Cache, WordPress SEO, Smush.it, Revolution Slider) SEO: Author unique page titles/descriptions, XML sitemap, Webmaster Tools and Analytics Social: Add links to Twitter, Google+, Facebook and LinkedIn The Result Marketing vehicle will reach potential engineering clients in Western NY Content management system will facilitate posting of new project details Design auto adapts to user device for best presentation (phone, tablet or desktop) Visit the Costich Website Patrick LaJuett manages a website design agency : + LaJuett.com , where he supports clients as a Web technology consultant and search marketing strategy advi

DNN Website Developed for Royal EAP

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We recently launched a new DNN portal site for Royal EAP.  The site skin is mobile responsive, which means it auto adapts to the user's mobile device for best presentation. Here are some highlights: CMS: DNN 6 Framework: .NET Database: SQL Server Hosting: Cloud Skin: Responsive Web Design (RWD) Scripts: jQuery slider Editor: WYSIWYG Modules: Document Library FAQs Mashups: JotForm Google Maps Engine DNN CMS continues to improve as a Microsoft .NET alternative to the WordPress PHP framework. Patrick LaJuett manages a website design agency : + LaJuett.com , where he supports clients as a Web technology consultant and search marketing strategy adviser.

Social Media: Spring Launch for Monroe Framing

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We are helping Monroe Framing with a "social media spring".  We'll be integrating social links and sharing tools directly into their website.  We will also establish a consistent brand identity across their social networking sites (Facebook, G+, and Pinterest). Most clients understand that social media can help their business, but they just don't have time. LaJuett offers a solution that encompasses strategy, content creation, monitoring, and social media administration. Visit client website:  http://monroeframing.com Patrick LaJuett manages a website design agency : + LaJuett.com , where he supports clients as a Web technology consultant and search marketing strategy adviser.

WordPress Store Developed for Scipio Coffee

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http://scipiofarms.com We recently launched an updated website for a client in NJ.  The client's old Flash driven site was not only invisible to search engines, but it was very difficult to update.  Here are the new site specs: Website Profile Client: Scipio Farms Developer: Patrick LaJuett Project Details Framework:  WordPress version 3.9 Theme:  Mystile mobile Plugins:  WooCommerce 2, WordPress SEO, Huge IT slider Host:  1 and 1 Patrick LaJuett manages a website design agency : + LaJuett.com , where he supports clients as a Web technology consultant and search marketing strategy adviser.

New Google Sites for Local Roofing Co.

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Create a unique Google Sites website by customizing a base theme We recently completed a Google Sites website for a local roofing contractor.  The site features a unique look and feel, developed by using the base theme "Ski". Google Sites base themes allows you to start with an existing theme and make the following customizations: Site width Color scheme Font family Background images Element sizing Page grid Navigation Visit the website:  http://gregtheroofer.com Patrick LaJuett manages a website design agency : + LaJuett.com , where he supports clients as a Web technology consultant and search marketing strategy adviser.

Covering all the bases

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 We now offer full service vinyl banner design services Here's a vinyl banner I designed to hang at a local baseball facility.  These are full-color heavy duty banners designed to be hung indoors and outdoors. A couple more examples of banners with custom graphic designs: Patrick LaJuett manages a website design agency : + LaJuett.com , where he supports clients as a Web technology consultant and search marketing strategy adviser.

What's On the Menu? Google Knows

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Restaurant Menus Appearing in Google Search Google search now shows menus for restaurants directly in search results pages. Some listings also include tabs for different parts of the menu and pricing.  Menus current appear in the US only. Google Announcement on G+: https://plus.google.com/+google/posts/6oM6nXzfhJS The menus do not appear for all restaurants. Initial tests show that the menu information does appear on the related restaurant's website (in either HTML or PDF format). Side by side view of Google menu results, and PDF version on restaurant website Patrick LaJuett manages a website design agency : + LaJuett.com , where he supports clients as a Web technology consultant and search marketing strategy adviser.