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Automation

How AI Is Changing Google Sheets Automation for Small Businesses

Discover how AI and Gemini are transforming Google Sheets automation in 2026. Predictive analytics, natural-language formulas, and smarter workflows.

7 min read
Web Apps

No-Code Platforms vs Custom Development: What Startups Should Choose in 2026

An honest comparison of no-code platforms vs custom development for startups. When Bubble and Webflow work, and when custom code is worth the investment.

8 min read
Automation

How to Connect Google Sheets to Your Business Tools

Stop copying data between tools. Learn how Google Sheets integrations with Stripe, Shopify, CRMs, and email can automate your business workflows.

7 min read
Automation

How to Automate Expense Approvals in Google Sheets

A step-by-step guide to building an automated expense approval workflow in Google Sheets using Apps Script — complete with email notifications, approval buttons, and monthly report generation.

7 min read
Websites

Website Speed Matters: How Performance Affects Your Bottom Line

Every 100ms of load time costs conversions. Learn why website speed matters for business and why architecture beats band-aid optimization fixes.

8 min read
Websites

Next.js vs WordPress: Which One Is Right for Your Business?

An honest comparison of Next.js and WordPress for business websites in 2026. When WordPress is the better choice, when Next.js wins, and how to decide based on your team and goals.

6 min read
Automation

Google Sheets for Project Management: Can It Replace Monday.com?

For teams under 15, an automated Google Sheet handles project tracking, deadline alerts, and dashboards — without $10/user/month. Here's when it works.

7 min read
Automation

Why Every Small Business Needs Automated Google Sheets

Discover how Google Sheets automation with Apps Script can eliminate manual data entry, streamline approvals, and generate reports automatically — saving your team hours every week.

6 min read
Websites

How to Choose the Right Web Developer for Your Startup

Practical guide for non-technical founders: agencies vs freelancers vs studios, portfolio red flags, evaluating quotes, and communication expectations.

9 min read
Automation

5 Google Sheets Automations Every HR Team Needs

Five practical Google Sheets automations for HR teams — from leave tracking and onboarding checklists to payroll calculators, recruitment pipelines, and performance review systems.

6 min read
Web Apps

SaaS MVP in 2 Weeks: What You Actually Need to Launch

A practical breakdown of the minimum features you need to launch a SaaS MVP — authentication, billing, a core dashboard — and how to skip the months of boilerplate.

5 min read
Automation

Building a CRM in Google Sheets: Complete Guide

A practical guide to building a fully functional CRM in Google Sheets — with contact management, pipeline stages, automated follow-up reminders, and a reporting dashboard.

8 min read
Automation

Google Sheets vs Dedicated Software: When a Spreadsheet Is Enough

An honest comparison of Google Sheets versus dedicated CRM, project management, and HR tools. When spreadsheets make sense, when they do not, and the automated middle ground.

5 min read
Websites

What Makes a Good Landing Page? 7 Elements That Convert

The seven essential elements every high-converting landing page needs — from clear headlines and single CTAs to social proof, speed, and mobile design. Practical advice with real examples.

5 min read
Websites

The Real Cost of a Custom Website in 2026

A transparent breakdown of website costs in 2026 — from landing pages to full web apps. What to expect, what drives the price up, and how to save.

6 min read
Web Apps

How to Choose Between Custom Software and Off-the-Shelf Tools

A practical decision framework for choosing between custom-built software and off-the-shelf SaaS tools. When to buy, when to build, and how to evaluate total cost of ownership.

6 min read