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Sharp insights, no-BS advice, and fresh takes on digital marketing, automation, CRM magic, and growing your business without losing your soul (or your Sunday).

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3 Mar 2026 4 min

SEO in 2026: What's Actually Changed and What Still Works

Every year, the SEO industry declares that "SEO is dead" or "everything has changed." And every year, the fundamentals stay broadly the same while the tactic...

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3 Mar 2026 3 min

NotLuck AI Workshops: What You'll Learn and Why It Matters

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3 Mar 2026 4 min

How to Choose the Right CRM for Your Business (Decision Framework)

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3 Mar 2026 4 min

Stop Overthinking Your Content. Just Bloody Post Something.

3 Mar 2026 4 min

Website Speed and Core Web Vitals: Why Your Slow Site Is Killing Your Rankings

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3 Mar 2026 4 min

Cowork by Claude: The AI Desktop Tool That's Changing How We Work

I've been using a lot of AI tools over the past year. Most of them are good. Some are brilliant. But Cowork, the desktop tool from Anthropic (the team behind...

2 Mar 2026 4 min

What Is Claude AI? (And Why We're Using It to Build Better Systems)

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24 Feb 2026 3 min

How We Use AI to Run a Leaner Agency (And How You Can Too)

The Ultimate Business Productivity Playlist: 7 Powerful Songs That Boost Focus and Confidence
Behind The Scenes 23 Feb 2026 5 min

The Ultimate Business Productivity Playlist: 7 Powerful Songs That Boost Focus and Confidence

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10 Feb 2026 4 min

The CRM Setup Mistakes I See Every Single Week

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3 Feb 2026 4 min

Why Your Business Needs a Landing Page (Not Just a Website)

Your website is great for people who are browsing. But when you're running ads, promoting a specific offer, or trying to capture leads for a particular servi...

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30 Jan 2026 4 min

Workflow Automation for Beginners: A No-Jargon Guide

20 Jan 2026 4 min

How to Get More Google Reviews (Without Being Annoying About It)

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6 Jan 2026 4 min

AI in 2026: What Small Businesses Actually Need to Know

A Confession: I'm Inherently Lazy (And That's Why I Automate)
5 Jan 2026 4 min

A Confession: I'm Inherently Lazy (And That's Why I Automate)

Behind the Build: What It's Really Like Creating Websites
2 Jan 2026 4 min

Behind the Build: What It's Really Like Creating Websites

A behind-the-scenes look at what actually goes into building a business website - the good, the challenging, and the satisfying.

Meet NotLuck: Who We Are, What We Do, and Why We Exist
30 Dec 2025 4 min

Meet NotLuck: Who We Are, What We Do, and Why We Exist

Do Things That Don't Scale (Then Automate Later)
27 Dec 2025 4 min

Do Things That Don't Scale (Then Automate Later)

Why You Should Set Up ChatGPT Projects (Not Just Chat)
24 Dec 2025 4 min

Why You Should Set Up ChatGPT Projects (Not Just Chat)

Living SOPs: Standard Operating Procedures That Evolve
21 Dec 2025 4 min

Living SOPs: Standard Operating Procedures That Evolve

Don't Know Where to Start with AI? Ask This One Question
18 Dec 2025 4 min

Don't Know Where to Start with AI? Ask This One Question

AI feels overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. Start with one simple question that will point you in the right direction.

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16 Dec 2025 4 min

What I Learned Running a Business in 2025 (The Honest Version)

How to Speed Up Your Website in 2 Steps
15 Dec 2025 4 min

How to Speed Up Your Website in 2 Steps

Landing Page vs Homepage: Know the Difference
12 Dec 2025 4 min

Landing Page vs Homepage: Know the Difference

Client Success Story: From Chaos to Clarity
9 Dec 2025 4 min

Client Success Story: From Chaos to Clarity

Businesses with CRMs Grow 29% Faster: Here's Why
6 Dec 2025 4 min

Businesses with CRMs Grow 29% Faster: Here's Why

The statistics are clear: CRM users grow faster. But what's actually driving that growth? We break down the research.

Why Blogging Always Falls to the Bottom of Your To-Do List (And How to Fix It)
3 Dec 2025 4 min

Why Blogging Always Falls to the Bottom of Your To-Do List (And How to Fix It)

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2 Dec 2025 4 min

The Best CRM for Trades and Service Businesses in the UK

Content Creation Tips for Time-Strapped Business Owners
30 Nov 2025 5 min

Content Creation Tips for Time-Strapped Business Owners

Email Marketing Metrics That Actually Matter
27 Nov 2025 5 min

Email Marketing Metrics That Actually Matter

The Role of AI in Modern Business
25 Nov 2025 3 min

The Role of AI in Modern Business

AI isn't coming, it's here. Train it like a puppy: guide it well and it works for you, ignore it and you'll get left behind. Stop fearing AI—start making it your business ally.

Newsletter Best Practices That Keep Subscribers Engaged
24 Nov 2025 4 min

Newsletter Best Practices That Keep Subscribers Engaged

Evergreen Email Sequences: Set Up Once, Convert Forever
21 Nov 2025 5 min

Evergreen Email Sequences: Set Up Once, Convert Forever

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18 Nov 2025 3 min

How to Write a Follow-Up Email That Actually Gets Replies

3 Website Mistakes That Hurt Your Brand
18 Nov 2025 4 min

3 Website Mistakes That Hurt Your Brand

Social Media Kickstart Guide: From Zero to Hero
12 Nov 2025 4 min

Social Media Kickstart Guide: From Zero to Hero

Starting from scratch on social media? This practical guide takes you from complete beginner to confidently posting in no time.

How to Build a CRM You Actually Understand (and Stop Paying for Systems You Don’t Use)
Business Efficiency 10 Nov 2025 6 min

How to Build a CRM You Actually Understand (and Stop Paying for Systems You Don’t Use)

Facebook Marketing Strategies for Care Businesses
9 Nov 2025 4 min

Facebook Marketing Strategies for Care Businesses

Instagram Growth Hacks That Actually Work in 2026
6 Nov 2025 3 min

Instagram Growth Hacks That Actually Work in 2026

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4 Nov 2025 3 min

CRM vs Spreadsheet: Why You Need to Ditch the Google Sheets

Hate Following Up Manually? Here's Your Fix
3 Nov 2025 3 min

Hate Following Up Manually? Here's Your Fix

If chasing leads feels like a full-time job, you're doing it wrong. Discover how to automate your follow-ups without losing the personal touch.

Zapier vs Native Integrations: What's Best for Your Business?
31 Oct 2025 3 min

Zapier vs Native Integrations: What's Best for Your Business?

The Wizard of Oz Business Trick To Help You Sleep
Behind The Scenes 31 Oct 2025 7 min

The Wizard of Oz Business Trick To Help You Sleep

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28 Oct 2025 4 min

I Hate Networking Events. Here's What I Do Instead.

What's Automation & Why Does It Matter?
28 Oct 2025 3 min

What's Automation & Why Does It Matter?

The ROI of Implementing a CRM: Real Business Case Studies
25 Oct 2025 3 min

The ROI of Implementing a CRM: Real Business Case Studies

Wondering if a CRM is worth the investment? We break down real numbers and stories from businesses that made the switch.

How to Choose a CRM for Your Small Business (Without Losing Your Mind)
22 Oct 2025 8 min

How to Choose a CRM for Your Small Business (Without Losing Your Mind)

What's your Wizard of Oz?
22 Oct 2025 3 min

What's your Wizard of Oz?

5 Signs Your Business Needs a CRM System Now
19 Oct 2025 3 min

5 Signs Your Business Needs a CRM System Now

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13 Oct 2025 4 min

AI Chatbots for Business: Are They Worth It in 2025?

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5 Oct 2025 4 min

Why Your Expensive Website Isn't Getting You Leads

You spent a decent chunk of money on your website. It looks brilliant. Your designer did a proper job. You launched it, posted about it, and then waited for ...

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21 Sept 2025 4 min

How Much Does a Website Actually Cost in 2025? (Honest Answer)

8 Sept 2025 3 min

Automated Appointment Booking: Stop Playing Email Tennis

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25 Aug 2025 4 min

Done Beats Perfect. Every Single Time.

11 Aug 2025 4 min

How to Build a Sales Pipeline That Actually Works

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28 Jul 2025 4 min

Local SEO for Nottingham Businesses: A Practical Guide

If you run a business in Nottingham and you're not showing up when people search for what you do, you're invisible to the people most likely to buy from you.

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14 Jul 2025 4 min

The LinkedIn Police Can Do One

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30 Jun 2025 4 min

What Is AI Automation and How Can Small Businesses Use It?

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16 Jun 2025 4 min

5 Website Mistakes That Are Costing You Leads (and How to Fix Them)

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2 Jun 2025 4 min

I Replaced 6 Tools With One CRM. Here's What Happened.

19 May 2025 4 min

How to Automate Your Lead Follow-Up (Without Sounding Like a Robot)

Automation has a bad reputation. And honestly, a lot of it is deserved.

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4 May 2025 4 min

GoHighLevel Review 2025: The All-in-One CRM for Small Businesses

17 Apr 2025 4 min

Stop Blaming the Algorithm. Your Follow-Up Is Just Shit.

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1 Apr 2025 4 min

What Is a CRM and Why Does Your Business Actually Need One?

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10 Mar 2025 1 min

Why Most Small Businesses Don't Need a Website Redesign

Getting Started with AI: It's Not Too Late (And You Don't Need to Be an Expert)
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Getting Started with AI: It's Not Too Late (And You Don't Need to Be an Expert)

A practical guide to embracing AI tools in your work. Forget the scepticism and the fear of being 'too late'. Here's why now is the perfect time to start using AI as your everyday assistant.

The Social Media Guide That Won’t Make You Want to Poke Your Eyes Out
Educational Content 17 Oct 2025 5 min

The Social Media Guide That Won’t Make You Want to Poke Your Eyes Out

Oliver’s Big Win at the 2025 Apprenticeship Awards
Behind The Scenes 3 Oct 2025 6 min

Oliver’s Big Win at the 2025 Apprenticeship Awards

The Story of NotLuck; From Takeaway Pioneers to Game-Changing Strategy
Behind The Scenes 20 Aug 2025 6 min

The Story of NotLuck; From Takeaway Pioneers to Game-Changing Strategy

Why Your Business Needs to Work With AI (Instead of Pretending It Doesn’t Exist)
Business Efficiency 18 Aug 2025 5 min

Why Your Business Needs to Work With AI (Instead of Pretending It Doesn’t Exist)

Don’t Be That Customer: Mistakes That Sabotage B2B Projects
Business Efficiency 21 Jul 2025 7 min

Don’t Be That Customer: Mistakes That Sabotage B2B Projects

Learn how to avoid the B2B client behaviours that stall projects, cause stress, and kill momentum. From ghosting to scope creep, we’re calling it out - with tips to improve communication, automate better, and grow stronger partnerships.

The Goldmine You’re Ignoring - How to Reactivate Old Leads and Boost Sales Fast
Business Efficiency 9 Jul 2025 5 min

The Goldmine You’re Ignoring - How to Reactivate Old Leads and Boost Sales Fast

7 Ways to Network Without the Cringe at Local Business Events Near You
Behind The Scenes 18 Jun 2025 9 min

7 Ways to Network Without the Cringe at Local Business Events Near You

How Much Friction Is On Your Homepage?
Business Efficiency 14 May 2025 3 min

How Much Friction Is On Your Homepage?

Optimise Your LinkedIn Profile: The No-Cringe Guide to Looking Pro Online
Business Efficiency 28 Apr 2025 7 min

Optimise Your LinkedIn Profile: The No-Cringe Guide to Looking Pro Online

The Ultimate Guide to Starting a Blog for Your Business: Why and How
Educational Content 31 Mar 2025 6 min

The Ultimate Guide to Starting a Blog for Your Business: Why and How

Thinking of starting a blog for your business? It’s a powerful way to boost visibility, build credibility, and connect with your audience. From improving Google rankings to sharing expertise, we’ll help you get started.

SEO Doesn’t Have to Suck: Easy Ways to Make Google Love You Part 2
Business Efficiency 17 Feb 2025 6 min

SEO Doesn’t Have to Suck: Easy Ways to Make Google Love You Part 2

KPIs Demystified: The No-BS Guide to Metrics That Matter
Business Efficiency 3 Feb 2025 5 min

KPIs Demystified: The No-BS Guide to Metrics That Matter

SEO Doesn’t Have to Suck: Easy Ways to Make Google Love You Part 1
Business Efficiency 20 Jan 2025 6 min

SEO Doesn’t Have to Suck: Easy Ways to Make Google Love You Part 1

Why Should You Have a Great CRM
Business Efficiency 16 Dec 2024 4 min

Why Should You Have a Great CRM

How a Business Blog Can Skyrocket Your Visibility and Sales
Business Efficiency 2 Dec 2024 6 min

How a Business Blog Can Skyrocket Your Visibility and Sales

Have you wondered if having a business blog is worth the effort? It's more than just a trend—it’s a powerful tool for growth. From boosting your SEO to establishing yourself as an industry authority, the benefits are too significant to ignore.

Don’t Let Weak Passwords Sink Your Business: 5 Password Security Tips You Need Right Now
Business Efficiency 18 Nov 2024 4 min

Don’t Let Weak Passwords Sink Your Business: 5 Password Security Tips You Need Right Now

The Ultimate Guide to Achieving Life-Work Balance: Strategies for Wellbeing at Work
Behind The Scenes 6 Jan 2024 5 min

The Ultimate Guide to Achieving Life-Work Balance: Strategies for Wellbeing at Work

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