Holiday Deals Made Easy: Simple Ways to Boost Sales With Automatic Discounts & Coupons

The holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year—both for life and for business. Between family plans, school events, and a to-do list that grows by the minute, it can feel impossible to give your website or shop the attention it needs.

But here’s the good news: you can still bring in sales without being glued to your computer. With a few smart tools, you can set up automatic discounts, coupon codes, and holiday specials that run on their own while you enjoy the season.

This guide shares easy ideas and tools for offering holiday promotions on your website, whether you use Wix, Squarespace, or Shopify. Let’s help you boost sales now and set yourself up for success in the new year.

1. OFFER AUTOMATIC HOLIDAY DISCOUNTS

Automated discounts are deals that turn on and off by themselves. You choose the dates, the percent off, and the products, and your website does the rest.

Why it helps:

You don’t have to babysit your website. The discount will always appear at the right time—even if you’re busy with holiday events.

How to set it up:

Wix: Use Automatic Discounts in your Wix Dashboard → Marketing → Discounts → Automatic Discounts. You can choose a percentage off, a fixed amount, or even “Buy One, Get One” options. You can set start and end dates so the sale runs on autopilot.

Squarespace: Use Automatic Discounts under Commerce → Discounts. You can apply them to specific products or entire categories.

Shopify: Use Automatic Discounts under Discounts → Automatic. Shopify lets you schedule them and control conditions like minimum purchase amounts.

2. CREATE SIMPLE COUPON CODES

Coupon codes are an easy way to reward your audience and encourage them to shop. You can put a code in your newsletter, social media post, or even on a sign at your next market event.

Why it helps:

Your audience feels like they’re getting a special deal, and it gives them a clear reason to buy now instead of waiting.

How to set it up:

All three platforms—Wix, Squarespace, and Shopify—let you create unique coupon codes that give either a percentage off, a dollar amount off, or free shipping. You can also limit codes to a specific item/service or category and set them to expire on a future date.

3. HIGHLIGHT A “HOLIDAY SPECIAL” PRODUCT OR SERVICE

If creating multiple discounts feels overwhelming, consider offering just one seasonal special. This could be a bundle, a limited-time product, or a gift-friendly version of something you already offer.

Example ideas:

• A “Holiday Bundle” of your most popular items

• A discounted service available only in December

• Gift card bonuses (like “Spend $50, get a $10 gift card”)

• A starter package for first-time clients

Where to set it up:

On Wix, you can create a new product or service and add a sale price. Squarespace and Shopify offer the same option—just add a “Compare At” price to show a discount visually.

4. ADD A HOLIDAY POP-UP OR RIBBON ANNOUNCEMENT

Sometimes people won’t know about your sale unless it’s clearly announced on your site. Adding a small pop-up or banner helps bring attention to your holiday offer without changing your whole website.

Wix Tools for This:

• Wix Pop-Ups (in the Marketing & SEO tab)

• Site Ribbon for a clean banner at the top of your site

Other Platforms:

• Squarespace: Announcement bars and pop-ups

• Shopify: Announcement bars via Shopify Themes or apps in the Shopify App Store

  
  

5. SCHEDULE YOUR DISCOUNTS NOW (BEFORE THINGS GET BUSY)

The best way to reduce stress is to set everything up before the calendar chaos hits. Most website platforms let you schedule:

• When your discount begins

• When it ends

• How long the coupon code works

• What products or services it applies to

This means you can plan your discounts during one calm afternoon and let your site do the work all month long.

6. REFRESH YOUR WEBSITE FOR HOLIDAY TRAFFIC

While you’re already in your dashboard, check a few quick things to make sure your site is ready for more visitors:

• Make sure your product descriptions are clear

• Add holiday keywords like “gifts,” “holiday sale,” or “limited-time offer”

• Update photos that feel outdated

• Double-check your mobile site

Even small changes help your website feel more ready for the season.

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Offering holiday promotions doesn’t have to be stressful or complicated. With automated tools, coupon codes, and clear deals, your website can bring in more sales while you focus on the things that matter—your family, your rest, and your peace of mind.

Set your discounts now, enjoy the season, and step into the new year feeling ready.

Blog SEO: Why It’s About More Than Just the Post

You’ve finally sat down to write your next blog post. You’ve got a catchy title, and you’ve even added a few great photos. But here’s the thing: SEO doesn’t stop when you hit publish.

When it comes to blog SEO, the words on the page are only part of the equation. To really make your blog work for your business, you have to think about how each post connects to your entire website and how each post shows up in searches. Let’s talk about why blogging matters for SEO and how thinking beyond the post itself can help your website perform better, get found faster, and keep visitors coming back.

Why Blogging Matters for SEO

A blog isn’t just a place to share ideas or updates. It’s a powerful SEO tool that tells Google your website is alive and well. Every new post you publish is a signal that your business is active, relevant, and adding value.

Here’s why that matters:

• Fresh content: Google favors websites that are consistently updated. A blog keeps your site active without constantly rewriting your main pages.

• New keywords: Your blog can target specific topics or questions your audience is searching for, even ones that wouldn’t make sense on your homepage or services page.

• Site structure: Every time you link between blog posts or connect a post to your services, you strengthen your site’s overall SEO foundation. Think of each blog post as a new webpage on your site that can be found by search engines.

Thinking Beyond the Post

Writing a strong blog post is step one. But if you want it to actually do something for your business, you’ll need to think beyond just the content.

Here’s what that looks like:

• Internal Links: Connect your blog post to your other pages like your services, about, or contact page, and link to other related posts. It helps readers explore more of your site and helps search engines understand what’s important.

• Related Posts: Connect each your new blog posts to other blog posts that have related content. This keeps the reader on your site longer and engaging with your content.

• Meta Titles & Descriptions: Think of these as your post’s elevator pitch. They’re what people see in Google search results and can make the difference between someone scrolling past or clicking through.

• Alt Text on Images: It’s a small detail that makes a big difference. Alt text helps with accessibility and tells Google what your images are about.

• Categories & Tags: Organizing your posts helps visitors find what they’re looking for and gives your website a clean, professional structure.

• Consistency: Posting regularly, even once a month (like we do!), helps build authority and keeps your audience and Google engaged.

How a Blog Helps Your Website

When you approach your blog strategically, it becomes a powerful engine for your business, not just a marketing chore.

Here’s what a well-optimized blog can do for your website:

• Build trust and authority. Consistent, valuable content shows both readers and search engines that you know your stuff.

• Increase engagement. Visitors who spend more time reading your blog send positive signals to Google.

• Create shareable content. Blog posts are perfect for sharing in newsletters, social media posts, or even as educational resources for clients.

• Bring in new visitors. Every post is another door to your website, one more opportunity for someone to discover your brand.

Every blog post you write is more than just a story, tip, or update. It’s another chance to strengthen your website and connect with your audience. So next time you hit publish, don’t stop there. Think about how that post ties into your larger website, your goals, and your long-term SEO strategy.

How to Make Your Website Do More Work (So You Don’t Have To)

Running a small business can feel like you’re trying to spin ten plates while balancing on one foot. You’re answering emails, booking appointments, sending invoices, and oh yeah—doing the actual work people are paying you for. It’s a lot. But here’s the thing: your website can take a big chunk of that load off your shoulders, if you set it up right.

Your website isn’t just a digital business card. With the right tools, it can be your personal assistant—handling scheduling, selling products, keeping track of contacts, sending reminders, and more—all while you’re busy doing, well, literally anything else.

And honestly? This is our jam. At Link & Layer, we love organization—give us a messy system and we’ll happily roll up our sleeves. We geek out over finding ways to simplify your business while still keeping everything branded, polished, and professional. Because when your business looks legit to a new customer and runs more smoothly behind the scenes, everybody wins.

Tools That Earn Their Keep

Let’s talk about a few features that can quietly do the heavy lifting for you:

• Scheduling tools – Instead of the back-and-forth of “Does Tuesday at 2 work?” your clients can just book themselves. It’s like having an assistant who never gets tired of checking your calendar.

• Event listings – Whether you’re hosting a workshop, an open house, or a wine tasting (lucky you), you can share all the details and let people RSVP or buy tickets right from your site.

• Online stores – Why limit sales to business hours? With a store built into your site, orders can roll in while you’re sleeping.

• Blogs & newsletters – Share updates, tips, or news once and let your site deliver it for you. Extra bonus: Google likes fresh content, so it helps people actually find you online.

• Forms & contact management – Instead of scribbling client details on sticky notes (that somehow disappear every time you need them), let your site collect and organize info for you.

• Automations – Little things like sending reminders or thank-you emails don’t need to live on your to-do list. Your website can handle them automatically—like magic, but nerdier.

Not only do these tools save you time, they also make your business look sharp and professional. And your customers will thank you, because they get an easy, seamless experience instead of a confusing one.

Why We Use Wix (Without Sounding Like a Commercial)

There are a lot of website platforms out there, and they all have their pros and cons. But we love Wix because so many of these features are already built in. No juggling a dozen logins. No paying for six different apps that may or may not talk to each other. It’s all in one place, which keeps life simpler—and who doesn’t need that?

Let Your Website Work Overtime

The best websites don’t just sit there looking pretty—they actually do work for you. And the more your site handles in the background, the more time you get back to focus on running (and enjoying) your business.

If the thought of setting all this up feels like one more spinning plate you don’t want to deal with, that’s where we come in. We can help you add these tools to your website—and even run them for you—so your site does the heavy lifting while you take a breath.