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Building Level 11: My Vision for Inclusive Tech Training
“Maigen, you have the awesome turned up to 11.” When my friend Thomas said those words to me years ago, he wasn’t just giving me a compliment – he was unknowingly naming a vision that would become my life’s work. Because here’s what I believe: Everyone has the potential to turn their awesome up to…
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Forrester report on digital accessibility: “The Billion-Customer Opportunity”
Let’s talk about something that gets me absolutely fired up: the massive business opportunity that most companies are completely missing. I’m talking about digital accessibility, and the numbers I’m about to share will blow your mind. The Market You’re Not Seeing (But Should Be) Here’s a reality check: 1.3 billion people worldwide live with disabilities.…
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Why We Need to Fix How We Talk About Accessibility Audits (And What to Do Instead)
Clients are tired of getting massive accessibility audit reports that leave them feeling overwhelmed and unsure where to start. I read this blog post by Karl Groves (the Web Accessibility Viking) and, rather than depressing me, it thrilled me. Let’s talk about why I agree that this approach isn’t working and, more importantly, what we…
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The Ultimate Guide to Keyboard Accessibility Design
Picture this: You’ve just finished crafting a beautiful website. The animations are smooth, the color palette is perfect, and every hover state is a tiny work of art. Then someone tries to use it with just a keyboard, and suddenly your masterpiece becomes an invisible maze. This guide will help you ensure your designs work…
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Why Your Website Needs to Be Keyboard-Accessible: A Guide for Business Owners
When was the last time you tried using your website without a mouse? For millions of potential customers, keyboard navigation isn’t a choice – it’s their only option. Here’s why this matters for your business. Your Current Customers Need It Your website visitors are more diverse than you might think: Every customer who can’t use…
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What is Accessible Website Design and Why Is It Important for Small Business Owners to Make Their Website Accessible?
Look, I know you’re no stranger to a never-ending to-do list as a small business owner, but sometimes when you are managing everything, you lose track of the finer details of web design and user experience. Next thing you know, you’re too overwhelmed to ask for advice. Don’t worry, that’s what this article and my…