Episode 001: 001 Why Every Small Business & Organization Needs a Website
Date: November 30, 2025
A website remains one of the most important tools a small business can have.
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Zehr.net Podcast explores practical topics in website design, online communication, technology, and small business strategy. Drawing on real-world experience building and hosting websites, each episode looks at common questions businesses face when creating or improving their online presence.
Episode 002: 002 What Makes a Good Website?
Date: December 1, 2025
A strong website does not need to be complicated or expensive.
Episode 003: 003 How to Keep a Website Updated
Date: December 2, 2025
The important question is how to keep that website current.
Episode 004: 004 The Connected Website Plan - What It Is & Why It Works
Date: December 3, 2025
What makes a good website.
Episode 005: 005 How AI Helps Small Businesses Compete
Date: December 4, 2025
Artificial Intelligence is changing the way businesses work.
Episode 006: 006 Why Website Hosting Matters More Than People Think
Date: December 5, 2025
Website hosting is one of the most important parts of any website.
Episode 007: 007 Testing Your Website on Different Screen Sizes
Date: December 6, 2025
Some visitors use large desktop monitors, others use laptops, tablets, or mobile phones.
Episode 008: 008 The Top 10 Small Business Website Mistakes — And How to Fix Them
Date: December 7, 2025
Most small business websites run into a few common problems over time.
Episode 009: 009 How to Tell When It’s Time to Redesign Your Website
Date: December 8, 2025
The key is to recognize the signs that a redesign or refresh could improve the experience for visitors.
Episode 010: 010 Email, Domains & DNS — What Business Owners Should Know
Date: December 10, 2025
DNS directs internet traffic to the correct services.
Episode 011: 011 Hidden Value of Good Website Photos
Date: December 11, 2025
Photos are part of the message.
Episode 012: 012 How to Get More From Your Website Without Spending More
Date: December 12, 2025
Some of the best website improvements cost little or nothing at all.
Episode 013: 013 What Makes a Homepage Effective
Date: December 13, 2025
The best homepages are often simplistic
Episode 014: 014 Do Podcasts Help Websites
Date: December 14, 2025
They give visitors another way to learn about your business.
Episode 015: 015 Staff Portal Can Transform Your Small Business
Date: December 15, 2025
Consolidate & focus staff resources.
Episode 016: 016 Understanding Website Analytics Without Getting Overwhelmed
Date: December 16, 2025
One of the biggest points of confusion is the difference between hits and visits.
Episode 017: 017 How AI Can Support Staff Training
Date: December 17, 2025
AI can be surprisingly helpful.
Episode 018: 018 Front Page Rotating Photos - Pros & Cons
Date: December 18, 2025
Websites have become more focused on speed, clarity, and mobile usability.
Episode 019: 019 The Case for a Clean, Simple Website
Date: December 19, 2025
When the opposite approach works better.
Episode 020: 020 What Makes a Good Services Page
Date: December 20, 2025
Getting this page right can make a real difference.
Episode 021: 021 When Does It Make Sense to Add a Second Website?
Date: December 21, 2025
The answer depends on the business.
Episode 022: 022 Should You Add an Online Store?
Date: December 22, 2025
It works best when it aligns with your products, your workflow, and your goals.
Episode 023: 023 Online Store Options - Choosing the Right Approach
Date: December 23, 2025
Not Every Business Needs the Same Type of Store.
Episode 024: 024 What Is PCI Compliance - and Why You Don’t Want to Deal With It
Date: December 24, 2025
The PCI Security Standards Council created a set of rules that businesses must follow.
Episode 025: 025 How Many Products Do You Need Before an Online Store Makes Sense?
Date: December 25, 2025
What matters most is not the size of the catalog.
Episode 026: 026 Website Is not Bringing in Calls Anymore
Date: December 26, 2025
Most visitors are no longer using desktops.
Episode 027: 027 How Often Should a Website Be Reviewed?
Date: December 27, 2025
A website can slowly fall behind without the owner realizing it.
Episode 028: 028 What a Website Audit Actually Looks Like
Date: December 28, 2025
A good audit focuses on practical, real-world usability.
Episode 029: 029 We Are Not Looking for More Clients Right Now - Why a Strong Website Still Matters
Date: December 29, 2025
A Website Is More Than a Lead Generator.
Episode 030: 030 Why You Might Still Want Professional Website Support - Even If You Know How to Build Websites
Date: January 2, 2026
Is managing my website the best use of my time.
Episode 031: 031 When Your Website Becomes a Business Tool
Date: January 6, 2026
When business owners start looking for software to solve the problem.
Episode 032: 032 Business Email Options - Pros & Cons
Date: January 12, 2026
The best choice is not always the biggest platform.
Episode 033: 033 Understanding Email Message Sources - Who Really Sent That Email?
Date: January 20, 2026
The visible sender name can say almost anything.
Episode 034: 034 The Importance of Monitoring Your Domain Name
Date: January 21, 2026
Your domain name is the key to your entire online presence.
Brad Zehr | Zehr.net | brad@zehr.net
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