For many, the idea of working with their ‘other half’ is out of the question, but for a Mansfield couple teamwork is making the dream work.

Paul Gillon, (34), and his partner, Carla Musgrove, (28), put their success down to a great working relationship and a shared passion for web design.

Having built Websites4startups since November — a comprehensive web design agency providing mobile-responsive, bespoke websites — Paul and Carla now boast a diverse portfolio, having worked with customers ranging from carpet cleaners to magicians and professional golfers.

They have built website for local businesses including Jimmy Beans indoor play centre at Sutton, Mansfield Worktops, ShavenLook at Pleasley, Unit 1 fitness and martial arts, and magician Craig James.

Paul originally saw a gap in the market for a web design business that offered start-up companies more than just a page on the web and knew that was something both he and his partner would be able to make a success.

Paul said: “I already had my own business — G8microsites.co.uk — creating websites for small businesses, but wanted to work with Carla bringing our skills together to benefit the both of us. That’s when Websites4startsups was created.”

Websites4startups.co.uk has helped get many businesses in the local area and beyond the support they needed to build an online presence.

“I love the variety that comes with the job,” Paul said. “No two days are the same and I get as excited by each individual project as the client that comes through the door.”

Paul has an extensive background in web design, from enrolling as a student at the Simon Coulson Internet Business School in 2008, attending web masterclasses in London and hours of self-teaching.

“I got into web design because I needed a website building for a company I worked for selling mobility scooters, accessories and parts — and couldn’t find the service I was looking for at the right price.

“There were plenty of companies looking to sell me what I needed, but none that could offer a tailor-made, modern and personal service from logo to launch, at an affordable price and without compromising on quality.

“Carla’s background was originally in the hospitality industry, as her family own and run a local pub.

“She is now taking on web clients of her own. She has gone from just using a computer for leisure to being able to produce quality graphic design, content, SEO and more.”

Paul said they also offered help with marketing, photography, social media and more.

“Every website we build is fully-responsive — meaning it will work on a mobile, tablet or computer — something other companies may charge for.

“We want to (help businesses) make the transition between having no website and having an online presence as seamless and simple as possible.

“Sometimes we use skilled local freelancers to complete the work. We have built a great team of professionals along the way, from SEO specialists and photographers to content writers.”

Paul said they were keen to help local businesses build a successful online presence and they were keen to help local businesses.

“If you’re going to invest in your business, then you should put money into your website. We can help you move to the top of the search engine rankings, and can guarantee that you’ll make your money back and more besides,” he said.

Go to www.websites4startups.co.uk for more information.