Bear Media Journal

The Bear Media Journal

Real projects, AI experiments, website builds, photography, video production and honest lessons from building Bear Media.

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Marketing

Featured

My Process: From Idea to Content

A simple look at how rough ideas become content through capture, review, editing and publishing without waiting for perfection.

7 July 20263 min read

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Client Work: What It Actually Looks Like

A behind-the-scenes look at the reviewing, editing, refining and consistency that sits behind regular client content.

7 Jul 20262 min read

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Behind the Scenes

Gear Setup: Keep It Simple

Good content does not need loads of kit. It needs a simple setup that gets used properly and consistently.

7 Jul 20262 min read

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Business

Why I Do This

Bear Media exists to take the pressure of content off busy businesses so they can keep showing up online.

7 Jul 20262 min read

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Bear Media AI and website workflow session

How I'm Building Websites with Codex

I've been building websites for over 20 years. Codex hasn't replaced that experience. It has made the whole process faster, sharper and more flexible.

6 Jul 20265 min read

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Codex vs Claude Code: What I'm Using Right Now

I use both Codex and Claude Code in my workflow. They're powerful tools, but they are not the same. Here's how I'm using them when building websites.

6 Jul 20266 min read

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Website Design

Building Better Websites with AI Without Making Them Look Generic

AI can help build websites quickly, but fast is not enough. The challenge is making the end result feel personal, polished and right for the business.

6 Jul 20265 min read

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Client reaction during a Bear Media content session

Business

Why Every Small Business Still Needs a Website

Social media is useful, but it should not be the only place your business exists online. A proper website still gives you control, trust and long-term visibility.

6 Jul 20264 min read

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