Growing Bristol Businesses
Bristol is the largest economy in the South West, offering many opportunities for small businesses to thrive.
You name it, Bristol has it. Think bars, live-music venues, artisan bakeries, restaurants, lively cafes, and much more.
However, many business owners in Bristol are only scratching the surface of their potential. With a clear digital marketing strategy, these businesses could dominate their space and fulfil their potential.
We began helping small business owners in Bristol by creating affordable, high-converting websites at a fraction of our competitors' rates.
Read below to see how we helped local Bristol businesses gain the awareness they deserve.
Common Problems for Small Businesses in Bristol
Gone are the days when a local business in Bristol could thrive on word of mouth alone. Today, a company needs a digital marketing strategy to stand out from the crowd.
If you aren't online, you're missing out on business. And if you are online, posting pictures outside of your store or using an outdated website won't cut it.
Most small businesses in Bristol face similar challenges:
- No website traffic
- Poor web design
- Zero website visibility
- No Google Business Profile
- No experience in digital marketing
- No social media accounts
If this sounds familiar, recognise that marketing involves strategy, knowledge, and skills, and many business owners are in the same position as you.
At CreateTheWeb, we find that many small businesses fail to capitalise on their digital marketing efforts. And this could be your ticket to a HUGE advantage over your competitors.
Adaptability is key in marketing. It's time you adapted your strategy to dominate.
How We Started in Bristol
Our founders, Otis and Luke, launched CreateTheWeb after running successful YouTube channels and discovering a passion for marketing.
After researching and practising tirelessly, they decided to combine their knowledge and help small businesses discover the power of digital marketing.
CreateTheWeb was born.
Once marketing success was established for small businesses in Bath, Otis took to Bristol to share the knowledge and help local companies in one of his favourite cities.
Otis lives in Bristol and has dedicated many hours to pushing the boundaries of digital marketing for small businesses.
Simple, clear digital marketing techniques pay off every time. And the secrets at CreateTheWeb are accessible to all entrepreneurs in Bristol.
Over a decade down the line, despite helping companies across the UK, we never forget our Bristol marketing roots.
Bristol Businesses. Big Results.
Here are some Bristol businesses we've helped push the boundaries of their marketing potential:
Boatswain Joinery
Industry: Joinery
The Big Problem: Wanted to start PPC, but didn't know how.
Boatswain Joinery owner Ben left his 9-5 to start a small joinery business outside of Bristol.
He invested in a new website, but it received little traffic. He was aware that PPC could bring in immediate leads for his business. However, he didn't know where to start.
Ben came to us with a small budget of just £300. After targeting his audience through long-tail local keywords, the results were insane.
Ben has up to 10 new jobs a month, a low cost per conversion rate on his PPC campaign, and rapid business growth.
Here is what he said:
"I had exceptional service from Otis and the team. They listened to my requirements and delivered an amazing website that exceeded my expectations. I couldn't have chosen a better company to bring my vision to life. Without a doubt, I'll be returning to them for future projects."
Little Helium Heads
Industry: Bespoke balloons
The Big Problem: Bad website and zero online presence
Little Helium Heads is a bespoke balloon company in Bristol. Before working with us, they mainly relied on Facebook for client communications and conversions.
While this initially worked, it was time-consuming, so we created a catalogue-style system on their website, allowing them to display products clearly.
The website continues to support its growth, creating another marketing channel alongside its existing Facebook page.
Here is what they said:
"Wow, super impressed with the service Otis and Luke have provided my business. They are amazing at what they do, and I would never go elsewhere for my marketing and advertising needs, you are in safe hands with them, and they go above and beyond for you. Thanks again, gentlemen."
Yachting Pages
Industry: Yacht advertising
The Big Problem: A lifeless email list
Yachting Pages ran its marketing and advertising channels for 17 years, but hit a wall. The campaign needed a refresh.
While there was some success, they wanted to improve their results and create an effective email campaign without stress.
We developed a hyper-segmented email list to achieve a high response and conversion rate.
The results? We generated thousands of quality leads with a strategic email campaign.
Here is what they said:
"Just wanted to thank you for the amazing response we have received from the recent email marketing campaigns. Before choosing to work with CreateTheWeb, we ran our own marketing campaigns for over a decade. The results and quality leads we have had from the first two email campaigns have surpassed any of our previous results by far. We have already converted one sale (which more than covered the cost of the campaign) and now have more sales in the pipeline as a direct result of your campaigns. The results you have achieved, in the middle of the global Covid pandemic, are amazing."
Gym Flooring Bristol
Industry: Gym flooring
The Big Issue: Zero web traffic
Gym Flooring Bristol approached us with a major problem: a hacked website and no traffic.
After a deeper look, we found the site was outdated and linked to malicious sites, which impacted its SEO.
We knew a full rebuild was necessary. Our designers and developers recognised the potential of Gym Flooring Bristol's products and aimed to create a website that reflected their value.
After implementing a flawless design and conversion secrets, the website's traffic skyrocketed.
And the results speak for themselves: Gym Flooring Bristol's new website achieved a 44.24% lower bounce rate and a 79% increase in time spent on site.
Here is what they said:
"Otis and Luke are amazing at what they do. They recently built our website for us, and we couldn't be happier with the professionalism and quality that the lads at CreateTheWeb provide. We are so happy with the finished product. I would say I'm fussy, which at times made life difficult for them; however, they stuck with it and gave us a website to be proud of."
Our Strategy for Businesses in Bristol
We aim to take your marketing to the next level. Our focus on simple, affordable, and most importantly, proven marketing tactics, from SEO and PPC to social media, achieves real results.
Here are a few examples of how we helped local Bristol businesses:
Local SEO in Bristol
A key channel of success for small businesses is local SEO. What is local SEO? It's when a business targets keywords specific to its location.
For example, "vegan cafe in Bristol" is far more specific, and you're more likely to show up for a local keyword than a broad one.
We also optimise your website and gain relevant backlinks to kickstart your growth.
Website Design
Many small businesses have slow, poorly designed websites that lose customers.
At CreateTheWeb, we use smart web design to boost your SEO rankings and convert visitors into customers.
No matter your budget, it's easy to get started and create an online sales machine your customers can rely on.
Smart Content
Your content will address local queries and concerns, with relevant blogs and helpful FAQs. Many marketing agencies and AI tools copy content from other companies.
Our high-quality content is well-researched, helpful, and original to resonate with your audience and establish authority.
Smart Social Media
Our founders are social media gurus. When the team handles your social media, we revolutionise your content across all relevant platforms.
Too often, small businesses in Bristol post uninspiring ideas that get ignored. We create posts to engage your audience and build a community, so your brand awareness skyrockets.
Why You Need Digital Marketing
Digital marketing helps your business reach more customers and gain an advantage over your competitors in Bristol, with stronger brand awareness and a boost in sales across the board.
According to Demandsage:
- Around 58% of small businesses rely on digital marketing to connect with their customers
- For every £1 spent on digital marketing, businesses typically see around £5 in return
Are you going to let your competitors in Bristol get ahead? Of course not. Now, more than ever, digital marketing will help your small business stand out from the rest and gain customers.
Supporting Bristol's Businesses
As a Bristol-based digital marketing agency, we're proud to contribute to the local economy's growth.
Many Bristol businesses we've helped were digital strangers, but we helped them thrive with simple, clear digital marketing techniques at affordable rates.
Over a decade on, we proudly collaborate with many small businesses in Bristol. And we continue to push the boundaries, helping them achieve sustainable marketing growth.
Start Your Growth with Digital Marketing
Are you a business in Bristol looking to grow with digital marketing? It doesn't need to break the bank. It doesn't need to be intimidating.
Get a free quote and start scaling your business with data-driven digital marketing strategies.
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