Discover why I prioritise local partnerships, providing web design and development around Cheshire.
One of the best things about being a developer is that the job is truly global. As long as I’ve got my laptop and a decent coffee, I can push code to a client on the other side of the world just as easily as I can to someone down the street. It’s a huge playground, and I love the flexibility that comes with it.
But even with the world at my fingertips, I always find myself drawn back to working with local businesses. Whether I’m focusing on Web Design in Kelsall or Cheshire Web Development, it’s about more than just the code for me. I genuinely enjoy seeing businesses in my own community grow and prosper. There’s a different kind of pride that comes from seeing a local shop or service succeed when you’re out and about in your own neighborhood.
I’m also really flexible with how I work. Whether you want to grab a coffee and chat in person, jump on an online meeting platform like Google Meet or Zoom, or simply keep things moving over email or WhatsApp, I’m game. Whatever channel you prefer, as long as I can understand what you need, we’ll work together successfully.
That said, I’ve been lucky enough to help people all over the UK, and distance is never a barrier to getting a great result. Take Julia Hart Skincare in Kent, for example.
We handled that entire project through WhatsApp and emails. No need for online meetings or heafty travel expenses, just some more detailed introductory emails and updates over chat. We were able to understand what was needed and roll out a fresh new design that we were both buzzing about. It just goes to show that you can have that "local" level of care and communication even when you're hundreds of miles apart.
If a Shopify redesign is something your looking for, get in touch through email at hello@padsgn.co.uk or message on WhatsApp, 07425 062 896.
One of my favourite examples of local growth is The Kilometre Club right here in Chester. They started out during lockdown as just a small group of people wanting to get moving and improve their mental and physical health. Fast forward to now, and they’ve grown into a 200-member club that’s collaborated with massive names like New Balance and Run North West.
I’ll be the first to admit that my input is only a tiny slice of their journey, but being able to play even a small part in that transition from a local meet-up to a major community player has been brilliant.
My approach for this website project has been over several different forms, from catch-ups over a coffee to quick updates over WhatsApp. Flexibility has been the key and happy to be still working on the project 5 years on.
At the end of the day, whether I'm working with someone in my village or a business at the other end of the country, the goal is always the same: building something that actually works for the people behind the brand.
Go well!
