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Happy Friday!

Squarespace Updates:

I got to attend a Live Squarespace Circle call this week all about the state of the industry report they just published. It was a great call and I am encouraged to continue to build my website design business.

In Other News In Case You Missed It:

LLC New Federal Registry requirement as of Jan 1, 2024. I love the Creative Law Shop for contracts and keeping me abreast of new regulations. Here's their blog with a link to an detailed e-book. Creative Law Shop Blog: How to Prepare Your Business for 2024​

New Google and Yahoo new anti-spam requirements. I think I have completed this as I've seen a few "pass" marks but am still waiting on one record to authenticate. So I'm including these two tutorials to following along with when starting the process. Updating records is definitely out of my comfort zone so passing along two options for your viewing pleasure:

Option 1: Rache at Squarestylist has the ability to make the most complex code and processes seem doable in the most calm way. Here's her blog/video: How to Test if your Emails are Authenticated ​

Option 2: A jolly mentor of mine, Katelyn is able to lighten your heart, but beware there might be an occasional swear word or two (especially on this topic I imagine). Here's her blog/video: WTF: Corporate Transparency Act + Google & Yahoo’s anti-spam changes​

Some of the Support Articles I read:

Google: Before You Set Up SPF, Define your SPF Record​

Squarespace: Adding custom DNS records to your Squarespace-managed domain​

Dubsado: Connect your email account with SMTP​

ConvertKit: Google and Yahoo 2024 email changes: How to make sure your messages land in Gmail and Yahoo inboxes, Verify your domain to optimize your deliverability​

Other: ConvertKit SPF and DKIM Configuration: Step by Step, What You Need to Know About Gmail and Yahoo’s Big Changes for Newsletters​

If this is all Greek to you and you don't want to try this on your own, I don't blame you. Please seek a professional to assist you. Here's a fellow VIPer (I don't know her personally but she might be able to help: Your Tech BFF and Memebervault's recommendation: Airial Wigfall Dandridge​

What I'm Working On This Week:

1. Completed 2.5 VIP Days this week. While my two daughters were in intense rehearsals for play. With less than a week of rehearsals they have 4 performances. They hit the stage today for 3 performances and tomorrow finish up with a matinee and cast party.

2. Creating new resources on Dubsado.

3. Fingers crossed passed all the new Google requirements (and hoping for less spam—and not to be classified as one😅)

4. Updating my Feb VIP Day availability. I've got 2 days toward the end of the month! Grab one now so you have time to complete all your pre-work!!

What are you working on this week? Hit reply and let me know!

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Cheers,

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Brenda Thorpe​
Founder + Designer
Sisu Site Shop
​sisusiteshop.com​
brenda@sisusiteshop.com

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