Emily Journey 
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
6 Min ReadYour website is breaking down. Customer complaints are pouring in about the poor user experience. You’re at risk of losing your data and information. And you find yourself desperately forking over big bucks to get an expert set of eyes on your site. Has this ever happened to you? Thankfully, it doesn’t have to — … Read more
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
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
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
5 Min ReadI like to think of myself as pretty intuitive. For example, I can predict which self-checkout lane will malfunction before I even load my groceries. Retail-based clairvoyance is not a skill I wanted, but it comes in handy. I can also walk into a restaurant and know—just by the vibe—that we’re about to have terrible … Read more
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
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
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
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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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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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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