Website Maintenance Services: What They Include, How They Work, and Why They Matter

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5 Min ReadYour website didn’t stop needing attention the day it launched. Website maintenance is the ongoing work that keeps your site secure, functional, and aligned with your business goals—long after the initial build is complete. It’s what prevents small issues from becoming expensive problems, and what ensures your website continues to support your organization instead of … Read more

Website Maintenance Services Columbus, OH

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5 Min ReadWebsite maintenance services in Columbus, Ohio help established businesses and nonprofits keep their websites secure, up to date, and running smoothly—without the frustration of chasing down an unresponsive developer. At Emily Journey & Associates, we work with established Columbus-area businesses and nonprofits that want reliable, ongoing website support and direct access to an experienced website … Read more

Why Paying For Website Management Services Can Actually Save You Money

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7 Min ReadIf there’s one thing I’ve learned in more than a decade of providing website management services for small businesses, it’s this: cheap is expensive. Over the years, I’ve spoken to numerous business owners who thought they were saving money by avoiding professional website management services. Some hired a full-time employee. Others handed the responsibility off … Read more

How to Change Your Website Management Agency

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7 Min ReadIf you’re thinking about switching website management agencies, this guide will walk you through the process safely and confidently. Quick Summary: What You Need to Do First A Friendly Note Before We Start Would you believe me if I told you that one of my favorite conversations is about…getting fired? It’s true! Whenever a business … Read more

WordPress Maintenance Packages: Hourly vs Monthly Support

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6 Min ReadThere are two types of WordPress maintenance packages: hourly and monthly. Both offer similar benefits, but they differ in important ways. When choosing between a monthly or hourly WordPress maintenance package, you want to consider more than just the cost. Monthly plans usually cost less per month, but can require a subscription term of a … Read more

Avoid These 7 Things When Choosing a Website Maintenance Plan

5 Min ReadLet me tell you a story. Actually—dozens of them. A marketing manager launches a brand-new website. It looks great. Everyone’s proud. A few weeks later, she emails her developer to request a simple update. Silence. An online store owner hires a company to manage his website. Everything seems fine at first. But when a plugin … Read more

How to Make Sense of Website Management Prices in 2026

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7 Min ReadBusiness owners want straight answers about website management prices.  What they usually get is a mess. Google “cost of web management” and you’ll see numbers that range from “cheaper than Netflix” to “more than a car payment.” So which is it? The truth: there’s no magic number. The price only makes sense when you understand … Read more

Website Care Plans for WordPress

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10 Min ReadEmily Journey & Associates offers monthly website care plans for established businesses and nonprofits. As our client, you get direct, dedicated access to your website manager which allows us to understand your website in-depth. We get to know your goals and challenges. We prove our value and, over time, become your trusted website advisors.
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In-Person Social Media Training Courses

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11 Min ReadIn person social media training equips you with the knowledge and skills required to manage your organization’s social profiles with confidence. Our team of Social Media business experts is ready to help you master this sometimes complicated platform. Need some help with learning Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn for business? That’s exactly what the team at Emily Journey & Associates does.
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E-commerce Website Maintenance: What to Expect and Why It Matters

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5 Min ReadYour e-commerce website is live! The settings are dialed in, the products are loaded, and you’ve triple-checked that the “Buy Now” button actually works. So…why does it still feel like you’re missing something? Because here’s what many business owners don’t realize: the launch isn’t the finish line — it’s the starting line. That’s where e-commerce … Read more

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