Transmissions by Almostronaut Marleen
New AI disclosures for website owners
We have some new AI regulations coming into place this summer! As of July 1, 2026, the Connecticut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA) acknowledges AI disclosure requirements within website policies. If...
Networking for Introverts
Networking is so important for small businesses (see also: Networking for Small Business Owners, Without the Ick Factor) so I thought I'd share some more thoughts. I know you think...
AI and the Creative Process
On Wednesday, I attended the Pacific Northwest Creatives Summit in Victoria, as a panelist on a discussion titled "AI for Creatives: Smart Use, Real Risks, and What’s Next". Here's how...
Happy 10-Year Work Anniversary!
This month marks ten years of working with Ian from EstateMaster Antiques! Ten years sounds so long, and it feels like we've been working together forever and also not at...
When is my website due for a redesign or rebuild?
Some people say that websites should be rebuilt every 3-5 years. I disagree! Older websites can be fine (especially if they were "built to last" and can be kept in...
What are you doing to get new clients?
When people ask how I get new clients, the honest answer is: I do mainly what suits me. I’m a people person, so good old-fashioned networking and referral relationships work...
On Niching Down (And Why We Didn’t) (…or Didn’t We?)
As we’re stepping into a new year, I’ve been doing a bit of looking back. 2025 was a year where our own brand quietly but firmly solidified. We overhauled the...
Pantone’s Color of the Year 2026: Cloud Dancer
Pantone has released its Color of the Year 2026. It’s a dove grey called Cloud Dancer. For background: Pantone’s Color of the Year is a trend forecast, part cultural snapshot,...
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