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Cheap websites often cost more in the long run. Learn how poor web design hurts traffic, SEO, and sales—and how to avoid it.

Learn why custom websites outperform templates and how True Digital Marketing builds sites that drive traffic, rankings, and real leads.

Is your site costing you leads or traffic? Learn how to spot the signs it’s time for a website redesign from Houston’s leading web design team.

Search engines no longer reward keyword dumping or long-winded fluff. In 2025, content that ranks is content that works. It’s fast, easy to read, focused on user intent, and structured in a way Google understands. If your blogs and service pages aren’t doing that, you’re not going to stay competitive. Here’s what actually works in 2025, and how we approach it for our clients at True Digital Marketing. 

At True Digital Marketing, giving back isn’t just something we do—it’s part of who we are. Through our community impact program, True Digital Cares, our team donates time and expertise to help students, entrepreneurs, and nonprofits gain real-world marketing knowledge they can use to grow and thrive. One of our recent initiatives took us to Prairie View A&M University , where our team was invited to lead a Corporate Learning Lab focused on mastering digital marketing strategies. Hosted by the university’s Department for Careers and Professional Development (DCAPD), the session brought together students from across disciplines who were eager to understand what digital marketing looks like in practice.

A DIY site can hurt your growth. Here’s why a professionally designed website is one of the smartest early investments for any new business.

For Houston businesses, ranking on Google Maps is no longer optional — it’s essential. The Google Maps 3-Pack (the top three listings under the map) drives most of the calls, website visits, and directions requests when customers search “near me.” If you’re a Houston attorney, a home service provider, a medical practice, or a local restaurant, showing up in that 3-Pack means more business. The challenge is that competition is fierce. Every business in Houston wants visibility, but not all are optimizing for it. That’s where SEO marketing in Houston comes in. By focusing on local SEO tactics, you can push your Google Business Profile higher in search results, earn more clicks, and generate consistent leads. Here are seven proven steps to improve your Google Maps SEO in Houston.

Let’s be honest, Houston is a jungle. When you’re a small business, from a family-owned restaurant to a new law firm, you’re up against some seriously tough competition. And these days, if you’re not showing up online, you might as well not exist. Your website isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s usually the first impression you make. It’s where a potential customer decides, "Do I trust this company, or should I just go to the next guy?" So, what’s the first thing most business owners ask us? "How much does a new website cost here in Houston?" The tricky part is, there's no single answer. The price really depends on what you need. How many bells and whistles, how complicated the site is, and how much custom work you're looking for. This guide will help you get a handle on the typical price tags, what actually drives those costs, and why it's a good idea to work with someone right here in our city.