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Hot Takes
The Blog
Welcome to Hot Takes, the blog where we share sharp, straight-talking insights on all things digital. Whether it's quick tips, industry updates or lessons we've learned the hard way, it's all here to help small and independent businesses make smarter moves online.


8 Questions to Ask Your Web Designer Before You Hire Them (A UK Guide)
Choosing a web designer is a big decision and if you’ve never built a website before, it’s easy to feel like you’re relying on blind trust. The reality is not all web design services are created equal. Asking the right questions upfront can save you time, money, and a lot of frustration later down the line. Whether you're a small business owner, startup, or rebranding an existing site, here are 8 essential questions that I would be asking a web designer before signing on the

Quin @ hotmintdigital
3 days ago


What Website Builder Should I Use?
If you’ve ever Googled “best website builder platform” or “best website builder for small business”, you’ll know the internet has… opinions. And rightly so, they all have their own strengths. I've spent the last 6 months testing out some of the biggies so here's my honest first impressions and opinions.

Quin @ hotmintdigital
Mar 3


How to Look After Your Google Business Profile: Google Business Profile Optimisation
If you run a local business, your Google Business Profile (formerly known as a Google My Business profile) is one of the most powerful free marketing tools available to you. Having a profile set-up means that when someone searches for your business name, or the services you offer, your profile can appear in Google Search and Google Maps. It shows your key business information, reviews, opening hours, photos, services, FAQs and more. But here’s the thing… Simply setting up you

Quin @ hotmintdigital
Feb 23


If I were launching a local business in Manchester, this is what I’d sort online before opening the doors
Recently, I spotted a new café opening in the Stockport area. New signage, a cosy interior and a great location. Naturally, I did what most people do these days and Googled it. And… I hit a wall...

Quin @ hotmintdigital
Dec 22, 2025


Dopamine Design: Why Your Website Deserves More Colour, More Play, and More Personality
At Hot Mint Digital, we’re on a small-but-cheerful mission to prove something important: Your can have a playful and colourful website design that's un-boring and still usable!

Quin @ hotmintdigital
Dec 3, 2025
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