David Martin Design

08/22/2026

Learn about Indiana limestone, its legacy, and the Institute supporting education, design, and sustainability.

08/13/2026

Why do programmers love eating skewers?
Because they always prefer kebab-case! 🍢

(Honestly, I was today years old when I learned the actual technical term for how I’ve been naming files for years...)

What’s your default file-naming style?
kebab-case | snake_case | camelCase | CHAOS_FINAL_v2_DEFINITIVE.docx 👇

08/10/2026

If your web developer retired tomorrow, could you still get into your own website?

A lot of small businesses build up followers, reviews, and years of customer history on tools they do not actually control. My latest post is a plain-language look at what your business truly owns, what you are only renting, and what to keep accessible so one change does not take everything with it. It ends with a simple audit you can run on your own accounts this week.

Own the foundation. Rent the reach.

Read it here: https://davidmartindesign.com/resources/digital-ownership-for-small-businesses/

07/14/2026

👋 Hey Bloomington business owners! Is your digital storefront welcoming to *everyone*?

With the recent April 2026 DOJ Title II rule extensions making headlines, web accessibility is more important than ever. While these rules often start at the government level, they set the standard for how we should all be serving our local community online. 🤝

Thinking about using one of those "1-click" accessibility widgets to quickly fix your site?
🛑 Stop right there!

In our latest blog post, we dive into what accessibility really means for your business, including:
🏛️ What the April 2026 DOJ rule extensions mean for the digital landscape.
🚫 Why we are officially debunking those 1-click accessibility overlay widgets (spoiler: they don't protect you and can actually make things worse!).
✅ 6 easy, DIY website checks you can do *right now* to see how your site measures up.

You put so much heart into your B-town business so let’s make sure your website reflects that same welcoming spirit! 💻✨

Ready to get started? Click the link below to read the full guide and make your website better for everyone. 👇
🔗 Read the article here: https://davidmartindesign.com/web-design/web-accessibility-guide/

What does web accessibility actually mean for your business? Discover why widgets fail, the real legal rules, and 6 free checks you can run today.

06/17/2026

Search is changing, and AI is becoming part of how people find, compare, and choose local businesses.

But small businesses don’t need to panic. The fundamentals still matter:

A clear website.
Helpful content.
Accurate business information.
Strong reviews.
Local trust.
A digital presence that clearly explains who you are and how you help.

The difference now is that your online presence needs to be easy for both people and AI tools to understand.

I wrote a new guide about what AI search means for small businesses, nonprofits, and local organizations, and how to start preparing without getting overwhelmed.

Read the full post here:

AI search visibility matters for every small business. Here's what's changing, what still works, and practical steps to stay visible in AI Search.

05/23/2026

Time for this week’s Feature FDavid Martin Design!

David Martin Design provides creative media, design, and visual storytelling services that help organizations and businesses communicate clearly through strong branding, digital content, and thoughtful design.

Member Since: 2021
Make sure to check them out!
davidmartindesign.com

05/12/2026

Quick question: when did you last log into your Google Business Profile?

For a lot of local businesses, the honest answer is "a while ago" and that's completely understandable. It's one of those things that's easy to set up and forget.

But your profile is often the first thing a potential customer sees before they ever visit your website. Hours, photos, reviews, the little details... they all matter more than most people realize.

I put together a practical guide covering everything from claiming and verifying your profile to what ongoing maintenance actually looks like in practice.

No jargon. Just what to do and why it matters.

👉 https://davidmartindesign.com/local-business/google-business-profile-guide/