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Cheeky Monkey Media is a web development agency located in sunny British Columbia, Canada. For more than a decade, our sassy group of website developers, marketers, and designers have been helping organizations solve their online and digital challenges.
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8h ago
Businesses today are always engaged in fierce competition for customers. The result is a never-ending stream of ads pushed on consumers. Research shows that consumers see anywhere from 4,000 to 10,000 ads in one day.
The sheer number of ads underscores the importance of having a strong brand presence. A company’s brand serves as its identity. It embodies the values, vision, and promises of the company.
It’s not easy to create and maintain a compelling brand image though. A company needs more than a catchy commercial or a great logo. It also needs a deep insight into consumer behavior and a goo ..read more
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3d ago
Mobile responsiveness is an essential characteristic for modern websites, as it guarantees content accessibility across various devices, from desktops to smartphones. In an era where mobile device usage often surpasses desktops, websites lacking mobile responsiveness face significant challenges in audience engagement. This attribute is crucial not just for user experience but also impacts the website’s reach and effectiveness significantly.
Search engines, with Google at the forefront, favor mobile-friendly websites in their ranking algorithms. Consequently, mobile responsiveness becomes a vit ..read more
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3d ago
Google’s latest update sheds light on the importance of a company’s “open” business hours. The company’s newest algorithm is a boon for local search visibility. The concept of “openness” has emerged as a key factor in business rankings.
Understanding the “Openness” Concept
Google updates in SEO refer to a company’s availability as “openness.” This is a business’ perceived “available” or “operating hours.” It’s what Google considers when consumers search for a specific business.
The “openness” concept is a strong factor in local rankings. Google’s recent update saw the company adjusting its loc ..read more
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3d ago
The SEO landscape is evolving, thanks to Search Generative Experience. The AI-powered SGE is set to give information within search results. This could push traditional websites to the side.
SEO experts have nothing to fear though. It’s easy to navigate this new search environment. SGE is one of Google’s most exciting SEO updates. It gives consumers direct answers instead of pushing them to different websites.
SGE is causing many businesses to worry. It’s because there’s a chance website traffic could drop. There will also be less engagement between a company and potential customers. After all ..read more
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3d ago
Google is expanding its support for organized data. The latest Google updates offer more innovative ways to present products.
Google rolled out an enhanced structured data support on February 20, 2024. It enabled online sellers a more detailed way of showcasing their products. Merchants can now highlight variations of the item. They can underscore color, size, and pattern within the search results.
What’s the Latest?
Google has integrated Schema.org‘s “ProductGroup” plan. They use it alongside its current structured data for products.
The enhancement empowers e-commerce platforms in the way th ..read more
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6d ago
Companies must stay ahead of the curve. It’s the only way to survive and thrive in today’s competitive business landscape. One way to do this is to make good use of digital marketing.
Digital marketing is a kind of marketing that uses electronic devices. This brand of marketing has many forms. Social media posts and online videos are two examples.
The digital marketing arena is always changing. This gives companies and marketing specialists more opportunities to boost their brand. It also means companies will face new marketing challenges.
Digital marketing is taking technology and innovation ..read more
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3w ago
Regular maintenance is an essential aspect of ensuring the longevity and optimal functioning of various systems, be it machinery, infrastructure, vehicles, or even personal health. Adhering to a maintenance schedule is key to maintaining efficiency, safety, and reliability. By proactively managing wear and tear, a structured maintenance routine helps avert minor issues from developing into major breakdowns, which can lead to expensive repairs, operational downtime, and sometimes irreversible damage.
Setting up a regular maintenance routine serves several critical functions. It helps prolong th ..read more
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3w ago
Growing up in Canada during the early 2000s, it’s safe to say that MediaSmarts has always been a part of my life. I can remember learning about internet safety in elementary school, and our class got to go to the computer lab to play the different games they had on their website. Having the opportunity to work with them on their website refresh was very exciting for me. As well as being one of the first projects I worked on at Cheeky Monkey Media, it included a complete upgrade from Drupal 7 to Drupal 9.
What is MediaSmarts?
MediaSmarts, is an organization that provides resources and education ..read more
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3w ago
LinkedIn has reached a significant milestone. The social media platform holds the distinction of now having a billion users. The achievement came as LinkedIn rolled out an AI-enhanced Premium update. The enhanced features provide personalized career guidance.
LinkedIn has unveiled a Premium update. It’s AI-driven and designed to help professionals make sense of the job landscape. The service can give bespoke career advice. It identifies hidden opportunities and simplifies the job hunt.
Tailored Guidance for the Changing Workplace
The upgraded Premium experience aims to address the evolving dem ..read more
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3w ago
Google is rolling out a new AI feature in Maps. It’s still in the experimental stage. The feature aims to help users discover local businesses. It leverages AI to tailor the search to an individual’s specific requirements.
Enhanced by AI
Googles new AI feature uses advanced language models to analyze Maps’ database. This covers over 250 million establishments. This includes photos, ratings, and customer reviews.
Users need to start a search query to start the feature. Google Maps will give personalized recommendations for businesses near the user. It will also recommend events, activities, and ..read more