Join a Passionate Team of Web Designers 23 Aug 2021 7:00 AM (3 years ago)
We are actively looking to add to our Minneapolis web design team, and are pleased to welcome our most recent additions – Nik and Eleanor! With flexibility to work remotely or from Plaudit’s St Paul office, joining our hybrid-remote work environment is just one of the many perks that excited Eleanor to join from Wisconsin and Nick to join from Minnesota.
Now Is the Time to Boost Your Internet Marketing Efforts 5 Oct 2020 11:00 AM (4 years ago)
In-person networking events have been rescheduled. Trade shows have been canceled. Many businesses (possibly even your own) have had to shut their brick-and-mortar doors for a time. And customers are continuing to focus their shopping online, instead of in-store.
5 Tips for Generating Great Content 16 Aug 2020 6:00 AM (4 years ago)
Consistently developing high-quality content is one of the biggest challenges businesses face today. These five tips can help any organization improve search ranking with a thriving content practice.
Our Plan to Stay Open During COVID-19 4 May 2020 10:00 AM (4 years ago)
We hope you and your family are well and staying safe during these difficult times. Our team is working offsite and we are scheduling virtual rather than in-person meetings to ensure your safety as well as the safety of our whole team.
How to Select Great Photos for Your Website 23 May 2019 9:10 AM (5 years ago)
If a picture is worth a thousand words, what does the photography on your website say about you? Learn what to look for and what to avoid when selecting photography for your organization's website.
E-A-T: The Next Big Ranking Factor 2 May 2019 10:00 AM (5 years ago)
Google's latest search algorithm revolves around “E-A-T.” Businesses that neglect this critical SEO component are likely to drop in search rankings. We’ll outline what E-A-T is, and why you need it.
AMA | Minnesota: An Indispensable Resource for Marketers 25 Feb 2019 10:00 AM (6 years ago)
Minneapolis has an amazing and vibrant community of marketers, and the Minnesota chapter of the American Marketing Association is one of the best local resources available.
2018: A Year In Review 4 Jan 2019 9:00 AM (6 years ago)
From coffee consumption to projects and web designs, we compiled and analyzed data from the last year to see what goes into making great websites and digital marketing for our clients.
Web Design Trends for 2019 26 Nov 2018 10:00 AM (6 years ago)
As we head into 2019, we take a look at six of the biggest recent trends in website design, and investigate how we can expect to see these web design trends take shape over the next year.
Plaudit Design at MIMA Summit and Advanced Manufacturing Expo 8 Nov 2018 10:00 PM (6 years ago)
As winter descends upon us, let's take a look back at some of the most recent fall events we were a part of: The 2018 annual MIMA Summit, and the 2018 Advanced Design and Manufacturing Expo.
Plaudit Exhibiting at the 2018 Advanced Design & Manufacturing Expo! 24 Oct 2018 9:00 PM (6 years ago)
Once again, Plaudit Design is joining thousands of professionals and organizations in the manufacturing industry at the largest design and manufacturing event in the Midwest.
Plaudit Joins Property Management Leaders at MHA Fall Product Show 9 Oct 2018 10:00 PM (6 years ago)
As a supporter and member of the Minnesota Multi-Housing Association, Plaudit Design set up shop at the St. Paul Rivercenter for a day to connect with our clients and...
Increase Conversions With a Secondary Action 5 Oct 2018 10:00 AM (6 years ago)
Conversion optimization is about capturing more leads and customers by removing barriers in the user experience. Improve the performance of your website with this technique.
Plaudit Design’s Development Team Continues to Expand 13 Sep 2018 10:00 PM (6 years ago)
As we continue to expand our services and capabilities, Plaudit Design is excited to welcome the third Plaudit team member in just three months.
Page Speed – The Secret Weapon for SEO and Conversion 4 Sep 2018 10:00 AM (6 years ago)
Page speed optimization has become more important than ever before. Find out how organizations are ranking better and getting more leads by taking a close look at website performance.
Google Analytics Data Retention: Where did my data go?! 15 Aug 2018 10:00 AM (6 years ago)
On May 25th, Google Analytics data retention settings went into effect and companies are losing data. Find out how the data retention settings will impact your data, and what you can do about it.
Why Your Website Needs an SSL Certificate TODAY 6 Aug 2018 7:00 AM (6 years ago)
Websites that don't support HTTPS are poised to lose search ranking and scare away valuable traffic. Find out why SSL is important for every website, and what you can do about it.
Introducing “Responsive Search Ads” from Google 20 Jul 2018 10:00 AM (6 years ago)
Google recently announced a multitude of new internet marketing tools and features across the Google Ads ecosystem. Today we’ll be taking a look at one of the new ad types with tons of potential: responsive search ads.
Businesses Without Mobile Support Are Losing Money 4 Jul 2018 10:00 AM (6 years ago)
If your organization doesn't yet support mobile users, or your mobile website doesn't meet the standards of your desktop site, you may be losing more leads and revenue than you might think.
It’s Time for the 2018 MNSearch Summit! 20 Jun 2018 10:00 PM (6 years ago)
It’s that time of the year where digital marketing professionals from across the Midwest gather in our backyard to hear insights from some of the most influential...
Plaudit Design Welcomes New Team Members 12 Jun 2018 10:00 PM (6 years ago)
Hot on the heels of our recent recognition as one of Minnesota’s “100 Best Companies to Work For,” we are pleased to welcome two new people to the Plaudit team.
Plaudit Recognized in 2018's 100 Best Companies to Work For 8 Apr 2018 10:00 PM (6 years ago)
We are honored to announce that Plaudit Design was recently selected as one of Minnesota’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” by Minnesota Business Magazine!
Designing Solutions: Websites with a Purpose 18 Mar 2018 10:00 AM (7 years ago)
In this article, we take a look at the true role of a web designer and review some of the key components of a successful and effective website design.
Looking Back on 2017 4 Feb 2018 10:00 PM (7 years ago)
With the first month of 2018 behind us and big plans ahead, we think it’s important to celebrate achievements in 2017. We’d like to thank all of our clients, our partners, and the entire Plaudit team for helping us make 2017 one of the best years ever!
Common Web Design Myths 15 Jan 2018 10:00 PM (7 years ago)
There are many opinions on what makes a website successful, and with all of those opinions come a lot of misconceptions about best practices and usability.
Join Us at the 2017 Advanced Design & Manufacturing Expo! 1 Nov 2017 9:00 PM (7 years ago)
Plaudit Design will join over 5,500 industry professionals and 600 organizations at the largest design and manufacturing event in the Midwest.
Bring The Web to Life With Natural Animations 1 Nov 2017 5:00 AM (7 years ago)
Well crafted animations create memorable experiences that strengthen brands and engage users.
Google Takes Next Step Towards Securing the Web 7 Sep 2017 2:00 AM (7 years ago)
If your website includes a search field, or a contact form, Google may label your website “Not secure” starting in October.
Website Navigation Patterns 18 Jul 2017 2:00 AM (7 years ago)
As web designers must envision not only the appearance, but the entire user experience of a website at various screen sizes. In this article we outline common challenges and solutions.
Named One of The Best Places To Work 27 Jun 2017 12:00 PM (7 years ago)
We are proud to be named one of the Best Places to Work in the Twin Cities by the Minneapolis St. Paul Business Journal.
YouTube's VR180 23 Jun 2017 6:00 AM (7 years ago)
Google recently released a new technology dubbed VR180. This new tech will bring engagement in videos to a new level by allowing users to view videos in 3D and move their viewing area 180 degrees.
Google Marketing Next Event 8 Jun 2017 4:00 AM (7 years ago)
During the opening keynote for this year’s Google Marketing Next event, six speakers unveiled powerful new tools that will help digital marketers deliver more value. Let’s take a quick look at some of these announcements.
Work Hard Play Hard 25 Jul 2016 4:00 AM (8 years ago)
The folks here at Plaudit know how to enjoy summer! We all participate in different and unique activities, but one thing we all have in common, is our passion for working hard to create beautiful websites. Here are just a few of the cool projects we've been working on lately.
The Evolution of Rich Snippets 12 Jul 2016 4:00 AM (8 years ago)
Google announced at their annual developer conference a new element you will start to see on search result pages that businesses can take advantage of to stand out from the crowd.
What You Need to Know About SERPs 7 Apr 2016 4:00 AM (8 years ago)
Look deeper into Internet marketing to leverage opportunities from search engines that go beyond page one results.
MN AMA Website 12 Feb 2015 4:00 AM (10 years ago)
We launched a new website for the local chapter of American Marketing Association. It features responsive design, an up-to-date event list, blog, and overall improved user experience.
MHS Licensing's New Website 5 Feb 2015 2:00 AM (10 years ago)
Art licensing and consulting agency, MHS Licensing, has launched a new website featuring advanced art searching, cart management system, and improved user interface.
Analytics and Insight 21 Oct 2014 9:00 PM (10 years ago)
In this presentation we discuss eight techniques within Google Analytics to help improve website performance. Presentation and content from early 2014.
Get Started With Acxiom to Improve Your SEO 12 Oct 2014 9:00 PM (10 years ago)
A step-by-step guide to claiming a business on Acxiom, one of the most important local citation aggregators.
Your Website May Display SSL Warnings in Chrome and IE 1 Oct 2014 10:00 PM (10 years ago)
Does your site use secure connections? If it does, some of your customers may start seeing error messages.
An Event Apart: Chicago 2014 29 Aug 2014 2:00 AM (10 years ago)
Tegan attended a conference in Chicago put on by some of the best minds in the web design community. Read about these two days of inspiration and learning.
Tuning Out The Static 21 Apr 2014 9:00 PM (10 years ago)
In our first presentation at the 2014 TechPulse event we highlighted some of the most valuable and essential web practices to help your company strategically succeed in Internet marketing.
Join Us At Marketing Exchange 3 Apr 2014 2:00 AM (11 years ago)
We are the Platinum sponsor of the MN AMA's annual Marketing Exchange conference, and will be talking at one of the sessions.
Restaurant Menus in Google Search Results 5 Mar 2014 2:00 PM (11 years ago)
Google has added a new feature to show menus in search results. Learn how to take advantage of this for your restaurant.
Taking a Shot at Better Bulleted Lists 8 Jan 2014 9:00 PM (11 years ago)
Here’s a relatively simple solution to custom styling those pesky bulleted lists.
Computer Access Creates Opportunities 5 May 2013 11:00 AM (11 years ago)
Plaudit Design would never have existed if it was not for access to computers early in life.
Real Results Through Iterative Web Design 28 Apr 2013 9:00 PM (11 years ago)
In this presentation we introduce the concept of iterative web design and internet marketing.
Entering the Web Design Industry? 13 Feb 2013 9:00 PM (12 years ago)
AII gave us the opportunity to present to their students about entering the web industry.
An Interview with Julie Vollenweider 11 Feb 2013 6:51 AM (12 years ago)
I had the exciting opportunity to interview Julie Vollenweider, President of Brain Traffic, about Content Strategy. The Internet consistently grows and evolves, and the next iteration of the web looks to be focused on content.
Riding the Cascade to Simpler Font Styling 29 Jan 2013 9:00 PM (12 years ago)
Setting typography on websites can be really difficult depending on the site's design. Let's make it easier on ourselves.