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Onlook sits between Figma and Framer

Onlook is a visual editor that runs on your actual React codebase. You drag elements, change spacing, resize, swap components, and the edit lands in the code. Right-click anything on the canvas, and it opens the exact place that renders it.

Why we built a 190-point SEO checklist you run in order

A free 190-point SEO checklist built as an order to run, not a pile of tasks. It ends with a Risk Register on the tactics to skip.

We run client SEO audits through a Claude Code plugin now

Most SEO audit tools hand you a wall of findings and no way to check if any of it is true. A score, 200 issues sorted by a severity rating nobody explains, and a PDF the client will not open.

Google will let readers pin your site in Top Stories

Google shipped a way for readers to mark your site as a preferred source.

PostHog Endpoints: Turn Your Analytics Queries Into a Real API
Saw a Google Business Profile update this week worth flagging
Server Side Tracking: Enhance Data & Privacy

Unlock the future of digital marketing with server-side tracking. Learn how this method enhances data privacy, accuracy, and website performance.

Google Is Simplifying Enhanced Conversions. Here's What's Changing.
ROAS Looks Good. Your Margins Tell a Different Story.
9 Essential Agency Browser Extension Tools for 2026 Success

Discover the top 9 agency browser extension tools for 2026 to boost productivity, streamline workflows, and enhance collaboration. Stay ahead with expert picks.

We Made Getting Client Access Way Easier
Integrating Marketing Data to PostHog (And Why You Probably Need Help)
12 Must-Try White Label Tools for Agencies

Discover 12 must try white label tools for agencies in 2026 to boost efficiency, scale services, and deliver standout branded solutions your clients will love.

Google Shopping’s getting a big transformation

Google Shopping getting an AI makeover - better personalization, AI briefs, and dynamic filters. Sounds cool, but it’s still "experimental". As a user, you get tailored suggestions and deals, but it's not perfect. Ping me if you need more info how to set up your shopping campaigns.

Meta Ads Gets Integration with Google Analytics 4
BigQuery Now Integrates with Facebook Ads

Facebook is rolling out something really cool: the BigQuery Data Transfer Service now supports Facebook Ads

Better LinkedIn Ads with ABM

Don't launch your LinkedIn ads until you read this

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AI Marketing Strategy for 2026, from Google

I read Google's super-empowered consumer report, so you don't have to

Google will charge you for calls you don't answer

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Google Published the AI Search Playbook. Most of It Says "Don't"
What breaks when you run a client account on AI alone for 30 days
Google killed FAQ rich results. The panic is bigger than the change.

Google announced this week that FAQ rich results are gone.

Google's killing Dynamic Search Ads. Here's what agencies need to do before September
Meta Finally Admitted Its Click Numbers Were Wrong
When First Position is Bad for Business
Why Did My Google Search Traffic Drop?

If your organic traffic from Google suddenly takes a hit, it’s natural to panic. But before jumping to conclusions or overhauling your entire site, take a minute. Not every drop is a crisis - and some aren’t your fault.

Why Your Growth Strategy is Failing
The 5 Most Annoying Website Usability Issues in 2024

Most websites have usability issues like broken links and layout shifts that disrupt smooth browsing. Fixes like server-side rendering and better keyboard controls help. But what about simple things like clear navigation or accessible forms? Are we focusing enough on the basics?

The Usual Suspects Behind Sinking Conversions and Revenue
Google Consent Mode v2 might break your Ads
Google ads are getting more expensive

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What's shifting in analytics, CRM, and AI search

GTM hides half the menu and Google tags become containers
What actually gets agencies found in 2026
What Google's new AI Search actually means for SEO and PPC
What Changed When GTM Containers Became Google Tags
Looker Studio Is Now Data Studio (Again)
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B2B Lead Generation for Marketing Agencies Guide 2026
The Essential Guide to Reduce Scheduling Back and Forth 2026
Project Management for Agencies
Organize Agency Workflow by Client: The Definitive 2026 Guide
Streamline Agency Onboarding Process: The 2026 Success Guide
9 Essential Embedded Booking Tools for Client Portals in 2026
How to Show Google Ads Performance to Clients: Guide 2026
Branded Knowledge Base for Agency Clients: The 2026 Guide
Client Satisfaction Surveys for Agencies: The 2026 Expert Guide
Centralized Document Sharing for Agencies: The 2026 Guide
Shared Workspace for Agency Clients: The 2026 Success Guide
Top 7 Marketing Report Templates for Agencies in 2026
9 Essential Agency Proposal Templates That Close Deals in 2026
How to Present Marketing Reports to Clients: Expert Guide 2026
Guide to White Label Services for Digital Agencies in 2026
Simplify Google Ads Client Reporting: The Essential 2026 Guide
Streamline Client Meeting Scheduling: The Expert Guide 2026
9 Essential Client Access Sharing Tools for Agencies in 2026
9 Essential CRO Audit Checklist for Agencies in 2026
Automate Client Data Imports Guide: Streamline Your Workflow 2026
Automate Client Account Setup: The Essential Guide 2026
Why Client Onboarding Takes a Week When It Should Take 30min
How to Actually Track Client Deliverables Without Losing Your Mind
How to Stop Losing Clients You Could Have Saved
Project Management for Marketing Agencies Guide 2026
How to Ask Clients for Feedback: Guide for Success 2026
White Label Google Ads Versus In-House Solutions
The Expert Guide to Advertising Monitoring
Essential Guide to Starting a Marketing Agency in 2026
Server-Side Tracking: Enhance Your Data Accuracy and Website Performance
Understanding the Impact of Customer Churn on Key Performance Indicators
Understanding the Importance of Domain Rating for Clients
Winning the SERP Game: Key Factors that Impact SERP Features
Winning the Optimization Race: The Importance of SERP Features for Agencies

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