Here’s this week’s GTStudios roundup — 12 items across Web & Design, Small Business Tech, AI for Business, Marketing & SEO.
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The TLDR
- Web & Design: #234 – K. Adam White on Migrating to Blocks With Artisanal Care and Enterprise Efficiency
- Small Business Tech: 7 Essential Productivity Tools for Startups
- AI for Business: OpenAI reportedly ditches model over safety concerns
- Marketing & SEO: 4 reasons your brand guidelines must become a brand system
Web & Design
#234 – K. Adam White on Migrating to Blocks With Artisanal Care and Enterprise Efficiency
Today I'm talking with K. Adam White from Human Made about large-scale content migrations to WordPress’ block editor, especially for enterprise clients. We discuss the use of patterns and bespoke tooling to transfer… WP Tavern
Small Business Tech
7 Essential Productivity Tools for Startups
Discover the top 7 essential productivity tools for startups that can streamline your workflow, enhance collaboration, and boost efficiency. Unlock your startup's potential with these must-have resources! Small Business Trends
Mailchimp Launches New Tools to Boost Ecommerce Efficiency and ROI
Discover how Mailchimp's latest tools are set to enhance ecommerce efficiency and maximize ROI. Explore innovative features designed to streamline marketing efforts and boost sales for online businesses. Small Business Trends
AI for Business
OpenAI reportedly ditches model over safety concerns
A top executive at the AI lab told the Wall Street Journal that the model in question had displayed a poor aptitude for following orders. TechCrunch AI
Reco raises $55M as AI agent security startups crowd the market
The round builds on a $30 million fundraise in February, taking the company's total funding to $140 million. TechCrunch AI

Marketing & SEO
4 reasons your brand guidelines must become a brand system
Brand guidelines can tell people what’s allowed. A brand system helps them understand why it works — and when to adapt it. MarTech
Shoppers will spend more and buy less this holiday season
Holiday sales could grow even as consumers trade down, stretch purchases across the season, and use discounts to stock up on essentials. MarTech
From the blog this week
Framer vs Wix for Small Business Websites: Which Wins?
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How to Use Text Message Marketing to Bring Repeat Customers Back
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How to Use a QR Code to Collect Customer Emails In-Store
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Wix vs Squarespace vs Webflow: Which Should You Choose?
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Should You Keep Your Domain Separate From Your Website Builder?
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