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field notes — taken to the nines

The Nines.

Take it to the nines. Plain-spoken posts on what’s actually working in marketing — and what isn’t. Written by senior practitioners. Drawn from live client engagements. Nothing wallpapered, nothing half-finished.

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NEWS4 min

The Future is Here.

We rebuilt the agency around agents doing the heavy lifting and senior people on the hook for the outcome. Here's what already changed — and where you can log in and see it.

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NEWS2 min

Blake Coward joins The Nine as Director of New Business.

The Nine adds a Director of New Business — Blake Coward brings the experience of building and running his own agency, and a track record of pushing new AI technologies into how client work actually gets done.

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NEWS3 min

The Nine acquires SmartSource Solutions.

The Nine has acquired SmartSource Solutions — a credit union technology firm with 20+ years as a CUSO and nearly 300 credit unions served. Same team, same products, now backed by an AI-native agency.

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SEO19 min

Which AI SEO Tools Should You Use?

Should you use AI SEO tools just because they make your processes faster? Find out which tools actually move the needle and which ones you can skip.

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DESIGN15 min

Which AI Web Design Tools Should You Try?

Which AI tools for web design should you try and which ones should you skip? Our detailed guide offers expert insights.

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PLAYBOOK5 min

The Nine Effect: a playbook for marketing that actually pays off.

Most marketing budgets get spent before anyone can tell you what worked. That's the problem the Nine Effect was built to solve.

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SEO6 min· draft

Why most “SEO audits” don’t change anything.

PDFs full of red checkmarks aren’t strategy. Here’s what actually moves rankings — and what to ask before you sign anything.

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PAID4 min· draft

The case for killing your worst campaign today.

Half of every paid budget we audit is funding campaigns nobody’s defended in months. Here’s how to tell which ones to cut.

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STRATEGY7 min· draft

What credit unions get wrong about digital growth.

Member-experience awards don’t show up in your funnel. The fix isn’t a bigger budget — it’s a different system.

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AI9 min

How Are AI Tools for Content Writing Transforming SEO

AI tools for content writing are reshaping SEO, but only when used right. Discover the real benefits, the serious risks, and what Google actually rewards.

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DEV15 min

How AI Tools for Web Development Affect the Web Development Process

AI tools for web development assist developers with coding, testing, and design, but skilled developers remain essential to every high-performing website.

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STRATEGY11 min

How to Start a Brand from Scratch in 2026

Learn how to start a brand in 2026 by following the framework that works across various industries.

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DESIGN12 min

Website Design for Landscaping Companies

Website design for landscaping companies is more than just a homepage. Learn what your site needs to rank, convert visitors, and bring in jobs year-round.

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DESIGN16 min

Website Design for Lawn Care Companies

Website design for tree service companies that converts visitors into calls. Learn which pages, trust signals, and design choices drive real leads.

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DESIGN12 min

Website Design for Pressure Washing Companies

Learn how professional website design for pressure washing companies helps turn visitors into real leads with the right pages and conversion-focused features.

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DESIGN13 min

Website Design for Tree Service Companies

Website design for lawn care companies that converts visitors into leads. Learn what pages, features, and SEO foundations your lawn care website needs to generate calls.

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SEO6 min

Best Ways to Optimize Content for SEO (That Google Loves)

Learn the best way to optimize content for SEO to ensure your content reads well, ranks better, and converts perfectly.

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DESIGN9 min

Website Design for Demolition Companies

Learn the ins and outs of website design for demolition companies. Understand what it takes for a demolition website to become your #1 sales asset.

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DESIGN8 min

Website Design for Land Clearing Companies

Learn what effective website design for land clearing companies requires, from homepage structure and service pages to local SEO, and lead-generating forms.

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DESIGN10 min

Website Design for SaaS Companies

Learn what website design for SaaS companies must entail. Understand essential pages, site architecture, industry-specific design, and visual identity best practices.

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DESIGN11 min

Website Design for Utility Contractor Companies

Website design for utility contractor companies should do more than exist. Learn what separates sites that book jobs from ones that don't.

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DEV13 min

Website Development for Security Companies

Discover how website development for security companies boosts credibility, rankings, and lead generation with the right structure, service pages, and strategy.

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ECOM10 min

Best ERPs for Shopify: Top 8 Picks for 2026

Looking for the best ERPs for Shopify? We break down 8 top platforms, covering inventory, fulfillment, accounting, and how to pick the right ERP for your store.

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DESIGN16 min

Website Design for Asphalt Companies

From page architecture to case studies, this guide explains how website design for asphalt companies can drive stronger leads and long-term advantage.

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DESIGN16 min

Website Design for Concrete Companies

Expert guide to website design for concrete companies. Learn essential pages, design principles, and technical strategies that convert visitors into customers.

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DESIGN15 min

Website Design for Excavation Companies

Discover essential website design tips for excavation companies. Learn how to showcase your services, build trust with clients, and generate more leads through effective web design.

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DESIGN15 min

Website Design for Paving Companies

A practical guide to website design for paving companies, covering service pages, project galleries, local SEO, and lead generation strategy.

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DESIGN16 min

Website Design for Electrical Companies

Find out how to approach website design for electrical companies and learn how structure, performance, and content drive trust, leads, and long-term growth.

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DESIGN14 min

Website Design for HVAC Companies

Website design for HVAC companies should focus on leads, not looks. Learn how to structure your site, build trust, and keep your schedule full year-round.

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DESIGN19 min

Website Design for Manufacturing Companies

Find out why website design for manufacturing companies should not be an afterthought and what makes it essential for growing your business.