Paul Maplesden
Paul is a highly experienced professional writer who creates extensively researched, expert, and in-depth guides across business, finance, and technology.
Paul loves the challenge of taking complex subjects and breaking them down so they are easily understood. He specializes in creating content spanning a variety of formats, including website copy, blogs, knowledge bases, white papers, support guides, tutorials, and in-depth articles.
Boasting over 20 years of business experience working across large corporations, Paul also started his own business in 2006. This gives him a unique, first-hand understanding of the challenges businesses and entrepreneurs face.
At present, Paul serves as lead content strategist at GEODIS, where he is responsible for leading the growth marketing content strategy for GEODIS America. This includes the creation of marketing materials, white papers, articles, and in-depth content in addition to end-to-end project management for marketing programs.
Prior to his role at GEODIS, he served in a variety of roles at AXA UK, including as IT service communications manager, and latterly as content communications manager, where he led organizational culture and change programs.
Paul’s party trick is that he can quote 'The Princess Bride' in its entirety and believes the secret to good writing is a steady supply of Earl Grey tea.
Latest articles by Paul Maplesden

Six of the best Usenet newsgroup readers
By Paul Maplesden last updated
In-depth When it comes to Usenet newsgroup readers, there are a wide range to choose from. We outlined our top six and explained why they're best

How to get free Usenet access
By Paul Maplesden last updated
Tutorials We outline how to access Usenet for free in our step-by-step guide, covering the options open to you and paid alternatives

What is AMP?
By Paul Maplesden published
In-depth If you're new to website building, you might be wondering: what is AMP? Read our explainer to find out

The foundations of creating a small business website
By Paul Maplesden published
In-depth Discover the importance of business, audience, and search intent for creating a small business website, and the ideal website builders

Understand your customers to build the perfect small business website
By Paul Maplesden published
Opinion Building your small business website around customer needs is a great way to create trust, drive sales, and stay ahead of competitors

Tips for building your first business website
By Paul Maplesden published
In-depth Building your first business website? We outline nine steps you should follow

The top tools for building a small business website
By Paul Maplesden published
Opinion Learn about the most popular tools for building a small business website, including strengths, drawbacks, pricing, and reviews

How to host a website
By Paul Maplesden published
In-depth We outline how to host a website, including via a web host, a website builder, and by hosting the site yourself

Why managed hosting is better for businesses
By Paul Maplesden published
Opinion When it comes to web hosting, managed hosting is better for businesses, especially small businesses. We outline why

What is Google Groups?
By Paul Maplesden published
Tutorials We explore Google Groups, looking into its applications for individuals and businesses, and its connections to Usenet
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