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Getting started & pricing

What does a digital marketing agency do for small businesses?

Ten Ninety Media helps small businesses get found and turn visitors into leads. We do this through web design, SEO, paid advertising, and AI-driven strategy. We work with clients across the country, many without an in-house marketing team, and act as that team. We handle strategy and execution under one roof, backed by 25+ years of experience and more than 900 websites delivered.

How do I get started with Ten Ninety Media?

Book a free consultation. We'll talk through your goals, review your current website and marketing, and identify the biggest opportunities. You'll leave with clear recommendations and a straightforward estimate, with no obligation and no pressure.
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Do you work with businesses outside Pennsylvania?

Yes. We're based in Lafayette Hill, PA, and work with clients across the country. Most projects run smoothly over email, phone, and video calls.

What should I include in my message?

A little about your business, what you'd like to improve, and any timeline or budget you have in mind. If you're not sure yet, that's fine. We'll help you figure it out.

Do I have to use all of your services?

Not at all. Many clients start with one service, like a new website or SEO, and add more as they grow. We recommend only what fits your goals.

Websites

How much does a small business website cost?

Our website pricing is based on size: up to 3 pages is $850, 4 to 6 pages is $1,200, and 7 to 10 pages is $2,500. Larger sites, ecommerce, booking features, and integrations are quoted individually. We provide a fixed estimate after a short discovery call.
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Do I need a new website, or can my current one be improved?

Not always. If your site is built on a solid platform like WordPress, we can often improve speed, design, messaging, and SEO without a full rebuild. A rebuild makes sense when the site is outdated, hard to update, slow on mobile, or not generating leads. We'll give you an honest assessment either way.
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Will I be able to update the site myself?

Yes. We build on platforms like WordPress with easy editing tools, and we show you how to update text, images, and pages. If you'd rather not, we can handle updates for you.

Do you handle hosting and maintenance?

Yes. We offer hosting, updates, backups, security monitoring, and ongoing support, so your site stays fast, safe, and current after launch.

Do you write the content?

We can. We write clear, search-friendly copy for your pages, or we polish what you already have. Content is often what makes the biggest difference in results.

How long does a website take?

It depends on the size of the site and how quickly content comes together. We map out a clear timeline during planning so you know exactly what to expect from kickoff to launch.

SEO & Google Ads

How long does it take for SEO to work?

Most businesses see meaningful SEO progress in 3 to 6 months. Competitive industries or brand-new websites can take longer. Early wins usually come from fixing technical issues and optimizing existing pages. Content and authority building compound over time. We report on rankings, traffic, and leads so you can see the progress.
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Should I invest in SEO or Google Ads?

Google Ads bring leads quickly but stop the moment you stop paying. SEO takes longer but builds traffic that keeps coming at no cost per click. Most small businesses do best running ads for immediate leads while SEO builds long-term visibility. We look at your budget, competition, and goals before recommending a mix.
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What about AI search like ChatGPT?

Getting recommended by AI tools like ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews is its own specialty, built on the same foundation as SEO. We cover it in depth on our AI Search Optimization page.
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What does Google Ads management include?

Keyword research, campaign setup, ad copy, landing page recommendations, conversion tracking, and ongoing budget and bid management, with regular reports on what your spend is producing.

Do you help with Google Business Profile?

Yes. Your Google Business Profile is one of the most important local ranking factors. We optimize it, keep your information consistent across the web, and help you build a steady flow of reviews.

How will I know it is working?

We report on the numbers that matter: rankings, traffic, calls, form submissions, and leads. You will always know what we are working on and what it is producing.

AI Search Optimization

How do I get my business to show up in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews?

AI tools recommend businesses they can clearly understand and trust. Getting there takes four things: structured data (schema markup), content that directly answers customer questions, consistent business information across the web, and authoritative mentions. This work is called AI visibility, AEO, or GEO. It builds on traditional SEO, and we optimize for both at the same time.
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What is AI search optimization?

It is the work of improving your AI visibility: making your business easy for AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, and Google AI Overviews to understand, trust, and recommend. You may also hear it called AEO (answer engine optimization) or GEO (generative engine optimization).

Can you guarantee ChatGPT will recommend my business?

No one can guarantee what an AI tool will say. What we can do is make your business as clear, consistent, and trustworthy as possible to AI, which significantly improves your chances of being mentioned and described accurately.

Do I still need regular SEO?

Yes. AI tools often draw on the same signals search engines use. The best results come from doing both together, which is how we approach it.

How is this different from SEO?

Traditional SEO focuses on ranking in a list of links. AI optimization focuses on being the answer AI gives. They share the same foundation, so strong SEO helps, but AI tools also look closely at structured data, clear answers, and consistent information across the web.

How do you measure results?

We regularly check how AI tools describe and recommend your business for key questions, alongside traditional metrics like traffic, calls, and leads, and report on changes over time.

How long does it take?

Foundational fixes like schema and profile cleanup can be done quickly. Building answer content and trusted mentions grows over months, and AI tools update on their own schedules.

Lead gen & email

Should I use Google Ads or Meta Ads?

It depends on how your customers buy. Google Ads reach people actively searching for a service, which is great for urgent needs. Meta Ads reach people by interest and location, which is great for awareness and offers. Many businesses use both. We recommend a mix based on your goals and budget.

Why is email still worth it?

Email reaches people who already know you, costs very little per message, and consistently delivers some of the best return of any marketing channel. It is one of the most reliable ways to turn past customers and leads into new business.

Which email platforms do you work with?

We work with the leading email platforms and can recommend the right one for your size and budget, or work inside the one you already use.

How much should I spend on ads?

It depends on your industry, competition, and goals. We help you set a realistic starting budget, track results closely, and adjust spend toward what is producing leads.

Do you write the emails and ads?

Yes. We handle strategy, copy, design, setup, and reporting, so you can focus on running your business.

How will I know what is working?

We set up conversion tracking from the start and report on leads, cost per lead, and results by channel in plain English.

AI for Business

How can AI actually help my small business?

The most practical uses save time on repetitive work. Examples include answering common customer inquiries, following up with leads, drafting content and proposals, organizing data, and connecting the tools you already use. We start by mapping your current processes. Then we recommend AI tools and automations that fit how your business runs, not generic software you'll never use.
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Is my business data safe?

We recommend tools with strong privacy controls, set up the right business settings, and keep sensitive information out of places it doesn't belong. We'll walk you through how your data is handled before anything goes live.

Which AI tools do you work with?

We work with leading tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Copilot, plus automation platforms like Zapier and Make, and connect them to the CRM, email, and website tools you already use.

Do I need to be technical to use AI?

No. We handle the setup and connections, then train you and your team on the parts you'll use day to day, in plain English.

How much does AI consulting cost?

It depends on the scope. Many businesses start with a focused project, like an assistant or a few key automations, then expand. You get a clear, fixed estimate after we map your needs.

Will AI replace my team?

The goal is to take repetitive work off your team's plate so they can focus on customers and the work that needs a human touch.

LMS & courses

Which LMS is right for my business?

It depends on how you sell and deliver training, how many learners you have, and the features you need. We work across platforms like TalentLMS, LearnDash, Thinkific, Moodle, Docebo, and more, and recommend the one that fits.

Can students pay and enroll online?

Yes. We set up checkout, coupons, and automatic enrollment so new students get access the moment they pay.

Can the LMS connect to my website and CRM?

Yes. We connect your LMS to your website, CRM, email platform, and other tools so enrollments, contacts, and follow-ups flow automatically.

Can you migrate my existing courses?

Yes. We move courses, users, enrollments, and completion records from your current platform and test everything before you switch over.

Do you build the course content too?

We build and organize your courses inside the platform, including modules, quizzes, and certificates. If you need help shaping the content itself, we can help with that as well.

Will you train my team?

Yes. We walk your team through managing courses, users, and reports, and stay available for support after launch.

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Our work

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How we help small businesses get found, earn trust, and grow.

25+Years of experience
900+Websites built
350+Campaigns managed
500+Integrations built

“He takes the time to understand what we do, explores how AI can sharpen our marketing strategy, and brings back practical ideas we can put to work right away.”

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