Since founding CharlesWorks in June 1998, I’ve always believed in the importance of our clients. A sign in our office perfectly encapsulates this philosophy: “Our web clients are the most important people who contact us. They are not dependent on us. We are dependent on them…” This article explores how this philosophy shapes our approach and commitment to our clients.
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The Web Development Maze: Family or Friends vs Professionals
This article explores the decision-making process when it comes to website design and development – hiring a professional web developer or relying on a tech-savvy family member or friend. It discusses the pros and cons of each option, considering factors like technical proficiency, project timeline, work quality, relationship dynamics, and future support. The piece emphasizes the importance of careful consideration in choosing the right path for web development.
Take a Look at your Website
A website is used for communicating information to a large number of viewers. It is important that everything functions properly - buttons, links, etc. As long as it works, that’s all that matters, right? Well, what about how it looks? Most of us have heard the old...
Writing for the Web: Same or Different?
Is writing for the Web any different than writing for print? Isn't good writing good writing no matter what or whom you're writing for? Yes. And yes. Let's take the second question first. Good writing is good writing. No matter what you're writing -- a newspaper...
Do You Know Who You Are? Identity is important to businesses large and small
"Do you know who you are?"- it seems an absurd question, but many companies, especially small ones, suffer from a lack of self awareness. Sure, they know plenty about themselves, but they can't see the forest through the trees. Small business owners are often hindered...
The Jack of all Trades
Drip, drip, drip. The early morning rain was usually very calming, but this morning the sound was coming from inside my bedroom. For the last three days the water had been leaking through the ceiling and the continuous dripping was starting to drive me insane. I tried...