Getting Started with a Website Story
In today's digital age, having a website is an essential aspect of any business or personal brand. It is the gateway to your online presence, where potential customers, clients, and followers can hear your unique story, learn more about you and what you have to offer.
However, designing a website can be an overwhelming task, especially if you are not familiar with the technical aspects of web design. Here are some things to think about when getting ready to design your website:
Define your goals:
Before you start designing your website, it's essential to define your goals. What do you want to achieve with your website? Do you want to sell products or services, build a community, or share your knowledge and expertise? Knowing your goals will help you create a website that is tailored to your needs.
Know your audience:
Understanding your target audience is crucial when designing your website. Who are you designing your website for? What are their needs, wants, and preferences? Knowing your audience will help you create a website that is both visually appealing and easy to navigate.
Choose the right platform:
There are many website platforms to choose from and each platform has its strengths and weaknesses, depending on your website goals! In my opinion there is a strong winner that can be used for a variety of website needs - keep reading to find out!
Plan your content:
Your website's content is what will keep visitors engaged and coming back for more. Plan out your content ahead of time, including the pages, sections, and topics you want to cover. Consider creating a content calendar to help you stay organized and on track.
Focus on user experience:
User experience (UX) is all about making your website easy to use and navigate. Consider the user's journey when designing your website, and ensure that every element is easy to find, understand, and interact with.
Consider branding:
Your website should reflect your brand identity, including your logo, colors, and tone of voice. Make sure that your website is consistent with
If all of this is overwhelming I understand - designing a website is not for everyone!
My favorite website is Squarespace and I’ve built many websites for a variety of businesses on this user-friendly and versatile platform, as well as empowered many teachers and small business owners to build their own sites with my unique and personalized website design planning templates, tutorials and offerings.
Learn more here or book a free chat!
And while you’re at it, you might like to download: Getting Started with Telling Your Story and Building a Website - a worksheet that provides the space for you to organize your thoughts on the above questions and prepare to build your dream website!
