2021 Edition: Web Professionals Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals

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This week is Thanksgiving in the United States. Given the continuing COVID pandemic, many families and friends may not be gathering together for the holiday as they have in pre-pandemic years.

I’m hoping next year, our tradition of gathering together with friends and family will return.

One tradition that coincides with the U.S. Thanksgiving holiday is back and seems to be earlier than ever: Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping deals and discounts.

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October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Do Your Part, Be CyberSmart

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When it comes to keeping sensitive and personal data safe, it’s up to everyone to do their part to protect it.

Together.

Do Your Part, #BeCyberSmart” is this year’s theme for Cybersecurity Awareness Month, which focuses on raising awareness about the importance of cybersecurity across the United States.

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Why a Google Review Isn’t Displaying

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I was confused.

After successfully completing a web project for a new client, I asked if my client would submit a Google review for my work.

The design changes, updates, and security changes I made on their existing WordPress site were extensive and my client was very pleased with the completed work.

My client was happy to write the review, replying back to me to let me know they had submitted it.

But for some reason, the review didn’t display in my Google My Business listing.

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