A childhood story about asking for a hamburger that wasn’t on the menu became a reminder of how much we limit ourselves by deciding in advance what’s possible here in the North Country.

A quiet act of kindness becomes the starting point for a reflection on why the warmth of this community doesn’t always translate to online spaces.

On pressure, performance, and why so many North Country business owners feel like they’re failing quietly.

In this reflection on running a business in the North Country, I explore what happened when I stopped forcing certainty, started listening more closely to myself, and learned the quiet power of saying no.

What happens when you ask yourself the questions you usually avoid—and answer them out loud, without editing, without hiding, and without knowing where the truth will land?

In 2026, small-town businesses earn trust and customers not by being louder online, but by being clearer, more consistent, and unmistakably human.

A hike, a conversation, and two strangers’ stories came together this week to remind me how deeply our presence can shape the world around us.

One bad review or a misleading comment can ripple through the internet and affect how people see you. But don’t worry - managing your reputation online isn’t as scary or complicated as it sounds.

This is the storm we don’t see coming—our businesses becoming invisible not from lack of heart, but from lack of presence where customers are now looking.

Sometimes the smallest moments, the ones we’re most tempted to ignore, are the ones quietly trying to guide us back to ourselves.

Let’s dive into some practical, down-to-earth online reputation strategies that can help you build trust, attract customers, and grow your business.

Let’s dive into the world of reputation management cost analysis and unravel the mystery behind those price tags.

You’ve seen it—the business owner who makes every post about themselves. When the spotlight turns inward, the customers quietly disappear.

Building a strong online reputation is no longer optional. It’s essential. Whether you’re running a cozy local café, a solo consulting gig, or a community-focused nonprofit, how people see you online can make or break your success. But don’t worry - managing your online presence doesn’t have to feel like a full-time job or a mystery wrapped in an enigma. I’m here to walk you through some effective online reputation strategies that are practical, doable, and yes, even enjoyabl

In the quiet of northern New Hampshire, one mother fights through another day of waiting, stretching, and feeding her family one more meal.

I didn’t expect a rainy night at the Littleton Community Center—or a tiny turtle—to change the way I think about stillness, belonging, and what it means to be enough.

Discover how Clear View Advantage blends SEO and reputation strategy to help your business show up, stand out, and earn trust online.

When the recording vanished and the nation shouted “No Kings,” I was reminded how little we can control — and how much we still can choose.

This isn’t a story about success. It’s about the mornings when you wake up tired, when gratitude feels like work — and the small, steady reminders that the world still runs on kindness if you know where to look.

What do you do when someone demands that you remove online content—or threatens legal action to make you comply? For small businesses and nonprofits, these requests can feel overwhelming. But not all takedown notices are real. In this guide, Amanda McKeen breaks down how online content removals work, how to spot a scam, and what you can do to protect your online reputation with clarity and confidence.

When someone hurts us—especially online—our first instinct is often to strike back. But retaliation rarely gives us the control or closure we’re hoping for.

In the wide golden plain, a Rhinoceros chased applause and a Fox built in silence—but only one discovered the secret hidden beyond praise.

If your business isn’t showing up on Google, this guide breaks down why—and what to do about it.

From my perch above Main Street, I see it all—postal workers, candy-toting tourists, and dogs dragging their humans around. Mommy says she’s building her legacy, but between us, I think the real legacy is mine.