Don’t Find Your Voice. Refine It. Your Brand Should Not Be a Costume
Last night was Hallowe’en. Kids and adults alike dressed up, affected new mannerisms and appearances, and enjoyed the evening. And, at the end of the…
Making Your Clicks Count
Here's a mantra of mine that I want to share: Don't count your clicks; make your clicks count. It's nothing new. I've been saying it for a while. But…
Promising Marrakesh Ratification Limited by Delays by Those who could help most
Canada recently signed off on a landmark treaty that could have far-reaching impact on ending the "book famine" for those requiring accessible…
The Weight of the Word is On Your Shoulders
How important are words? Well, maybe Elvis sang it best when he warbled “It’s only words and words are all I have to steal your heart away.” Whether…
Interpreting Your Accessibility Scan
We all want validation. Whether it’s a numeric grade, a hearty thumbs-up, or a big green checkmark. This is especially important when you’ve got a…
How Your English Teachers Negatively Impacted Your Web Experience Today
There’s writing. And then there’s writing for the web. While the foundations of each share identical roots, it’s in the application where they differ…
Puffery -- The 'Magic' Dragging Down Your Content Effectiveness
Puffery may be behind your magic slogan, but tricking your audience is a recipe for failure. And while being a fan of yourself may be great, too…
Disagreements Can Be Disagreeable, But Your So-Called Enemy May Be Your Biggest Business Ally
Deterring abuse is good. Deterring disagreement is not. And the key for businesses is learning to understand that the latter does not equal the former…
New Year, New Beginnings Built on a Customer-First Legacy
As we prepare to enter 2018, we at Digital Echidna are excited about what the future holds. This year is going to see a significant new beginning for…